Not too late

Precious few days remain for getting ready for Christmas. Gifts, food, decorations and everyday chores are just a few of the tasks ahead. Some people are done and ready for the celebration. For the rest of us, a lot remains to be finished.

It is not too late, however, to gift your local town. Last minute shopping is something that is easy and important. Most local merchants take pride in providing for their local customers.

The local businesses may not have marble floors and fountains, but they do have much of what is wanted and needed for the holidays.

And, shopping your hometown is not a con...