We’re excited to introduce a new series celebrating locally owned and independent businesses.

There is no question that people often overlook the positive impacts of independent, locally-owned (Indie Local) businesses. The local community that an Indie Local serves may understand these impacts, but those located further away may need to be made aware of these success stories. In future posts, with your help, we will feature a few of the top Indie Locals in the nation. You can nominate your favorite Indie Local by emailing us today

Midtown Named Bookstore of the Year

Midtown Named Bookstore of the Year

By Publishers Weekly: Midtown Scholar Bookstore, a general-interest store that occupies two substantial storefronts across from a historic farmers’ market in Harrisburg, PA, celebrates its 20th anniversary as a bricks-and-mortar location this year. Owners Lawrence and...

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Planting People Growing Justice Press and Bookstore

Planting People Growing Justice Press and Bookstore

By Pam Blue Planting People Growing Justice (PPGJ) Press and Bookstore, a Black woman-owned press and bookstore in St. Paul, MN, creates and publishes diverse children’s books and works seamlessly with its affiliated nonprofit to not only address the literacy gap by...

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Pedaling Peace Coffee Since Day One

Pedaling Peace Coffee Since Day One

From Peace Coffee (MN): Peace Coffee and bikes go way back together. We actually started bike-delivering our coffee before we could afford our own roasting machine, but two roasters and a few delivery vans later, bikes remain central to what we do. We ride to work, we...

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Blue Market AK: An Unpackaged Market

Blue Market AK: An Unpackaged Market

From BuyAlaska: Blue Market AK is a small woman-owned “old-world grocer” with a “zero-waste” model. At least 45% of their vendors are local Alaskans, and they vet all products based on their environmental impacts. This careful selection process provides convenience...

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Partners’ Garden Passive Solar Propagation House

Partners’ Garden Passive Solar Propagation House

From The Keene Sentinel: Jenna and Tyler Rich of Partners’ Gardens LLC first learned about passive solar propagation houses during their time in North Carolina. Jenna and Tyler set out to become less reliant on the use of propane in their greenhouse, as propane is a...

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SBN Massachusetts to Honor Eight Indie Locals

SBN Massachusetts to Honor Eight Indie Locals

For nearly a decade, the Sustainable Business Network of MA (SBN) has honored Indie Local businesses through an annual Sustainable Business Awards Celebration. This year's virtual event on January 26, 2023 at 7 pm ET celebrates eight Indie Locals (including these two...

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