Business & Tech
Small Business Saturday Stays Quiet in Hickory Flat
One small business was barren on the night when business was supposed to be jumping.
It was quiet Saturday night at , even though the big screens were showing the rival games that were going down.
Only a few people who were playing in a poker tournament—a Saturday night regular game—stayed at the restaurant.
Other local businesses offered specials to bring shoppers out on Small Business Saturday.
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was part of an American Express promotion that would give those who registered a $25 credit. They also offered discounts on Vera Bradley and Christmas ornaments.
offered patrons 10 percent off their purchase when they brought in a receipt from another Hickory Flat small business.
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What wasn't quiet was the larger stores. Around 8 p.m. on Saturday night the parking lot of Home Depot was still full.
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