West Michigan business owners hope people shop local for holidays [Video]

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — West Michigan business owners hope people will do their holiday shopping locally on Small Business Saturday.

Grand Rapids business owner Amy Rice said her small business on Wealthy Street, Art to the Table, is the go-to spot for hosting.

“We call it ‘The Products For Entertainment Store.’ So, if you are going to throw a cool party or have just one person over, whatever you want, we have wine, beer and spirits,” said Rice.

For 22 years, she’s been able to provide gourmet food, table settings and drinks, thanks to the support of her community.

Which is why when it comes to Small Business Saturday, she said it’s a reminder of how important it is to shop locally.

“We love that the Small Business Saturday has really just continued to be …