[Jeff Higgins]

This is an area in which I still prefer to support local businesses. Even if I pay a few dollars more, I feel it's important to support the local, grassroots aspect of this industry as much as possible. We are all in this together, and as the local visibility and presence shrinks, I feel as though local community support will as well. I just hate to see gun and ammunition sales go completely on line, or big box, and lose the last little bit of status the local shops cling to as a part of their communities. Besides, with something as personal as a firearm, it's always nice to go and look at a variety of potential candidates, handle them, and discuss them with the proprietor. It's a fun way to spend a few hours, and maybe make a new friend. Or go see an old one.