Yellowhammer Times

Gov. Kay Ivey has proclaimed November 30 as Small Business Saturday in Alabama, aligning the date with the weekend following Thanksgiving, which is traditionally a time for gathering with friends and family.

“The Saturday after Thanksgiving is a time when many of us gather with family and friends, often to enjoy one of Alabama’s great traditions, the Iron Bowl,” Ivey noted. “As you prepare for the holiday season – and perhaps for the big game – I encourage everyone to take a moment to visit local small businesses. It’s a great way to celebrate the season, support your community and make this weekend a win for our great state.”

Rosemary Elebash, State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), expressed gratitude for the governor’s acknowledgment. “On behalf of our small business members, I want to thank Governor Ivey for declaring November 30 as Small Business Saturday in Alabama and recognizing the vital role local businesses play in our state’s economy."

Elebash emphasized the economic importance of supporting local businesses, stating, “Every dollar spent at a local business helps create jobs, boost the economy and build stronger communities. It’s estimated that 67 cents of every dollar spent at a small business stays in the community, generating an additional 50 cents in local business activity as businesses and workers shop locally.”