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We’ve all seen the signs and heard the phrase: Shop Local. But what does it actually mean—and why does it matter here in Cody?

It’s more than a feel-good slogan. Shopping local is about choosing to support the people who make Cody feel like home. It’s about keeping our dollars working right here in our own backyard—helping neighbors, creating jobs, and preserving that one-of-a-kind spirit that makes our town special.

What Happens When You Shop Local?

Let’s say you grab your morning coffee from a local restaurant instead of a national chain. That money doesn’t just vanish into some corporate bank account. It stays in Cody. It helps a local business owner pay their team, order supplies from nearby vendors, or sponsor the high school football team.

That employee you chatted with? They’ll take their paycheck and maybe spend it at a local shop, buy clothes from a family-owned store, or grab lunch at a food truck down the road. That’s the ripple effect in action—and it keeps our whole community thriving.

Shopping local is about choosing to support the people who make Cody feel like home.

The Ripple Effect: Local Business Benefits Everyone

  • Boosts Our Local Economy
    Local businesses are more likely to reinvest their profits here. That means more money circulating through Cody, helping everyone from ranchers to retail shops.
  • Creates Local Jobs
    More business means more hiring. That helps folks stay and work in town—and keeps families from having to move or commute for work.
  • Preserves Cody’s Character
    Our local shops, galleries, and restaurants are what make Cody… well, Cody. They’re part of our charm, our history, and our future.
  • Supports Local Farmers & Makers
    Many Cody businesses source from nearby farms, artists, and producers. That means fresher goods for us—and more support for local creators.
  • Keeps Tax Dollars Here
    More of the sales tax you spend at local businesses goes back into Cody—funding schools, parks, roads, and other things we all use.
  • Encourages Innovation
    Local entrepreneurs often bring fresh ideas and new energy to town. When we support them, we support a more creative and resilient Cody.
  • Builds Stronger Connections
    Shopping local means you actually know the people you’re supporting. It’s more personal, more meaningful, and a great way to stay connected.

It’s About More Than Money

Supporting local is about making intentional choices. It’s about knowing that every dollar you spend can help a neighbor, grow a dream, or fuel something great in our community.

Easy Ways to Shop Local in Cody

  • Check local stores before going online or heading to a big box store.
  • Dine at our locally-owned restaurants—you might discover a new favorite dish.
  • Attend community events and festivals. Many are powered by small businesses!
  • Tell your friends about the places you love.
  • Leave a positive review online—it helps others find local gems.
  • Follow and share local businesses on social media.

Small actions really do add up. When we all commit to shopping local first, we build a stronger, more vibrant Cody—now and for future generations.

Because here in Cody, we don’t just shop local. We live local, love local, and lift each other up—one purchase, one smile, one neighbor at a time.

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