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Porterville Main Street photo via Google Street View
Written by Ben Hensley
Last fall, the City of Porterville’s Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with local businesses and organizations, launched the Shop Local Porterville Contest, encouraging residents to shop locally and support local businesses.
Over 50 businesses participated in the contest, which featured prizes distributed to lucky shoppers at local restaurants, jewelers, artisanal shops, and finance and convenience store businesses.
Last October, community members were invited to participate in the contest by picking up a Shop Local Contest Passport at participating locations. Customers were also encouraged to download and print a version by visiting www.shoplocalporterville.com and were tasked with visiting locations and collecting marks or stamps.
Participants could win various prizes upon turning in ten verified marks or stamps. Prizes included gift items from various Porterville stores including China’s Alley, Horowitz Jewelry, Poor Richard’s Pizza & Bar, Stafford’s Chocolates and more.
Some prizes are still being distributed.
“Finding ways to showcase and support local businesses is a top priority for the Porterville Chamber, and the Shop Local Porterville campaign emphasizes local business discovery,” said Kristy Martin, CEO of the Porterville Chamber of Commerce.
Businesses interested in future Shop Local Porterville campaigns can find out more by contacting the city’s Economic Development Division with by email at ecdev@ci.porterville.ca.us or by phone at (559) 782-7460.
More information about the Shop Local Porterville contest can be found at www.shoplocalporterville.com or by following @chooseporterville on Facebook and Instagram.
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