With Christmas fast approaching, now is the time to think about what you're buying and where you're buying it. Online shopping has certainly changed the way we shop, but don't overlook the many locally owned stores right here in Statesboro. You might be surprised at how competitive their prices are! At McKeithen's Hardware, we'll match the regular price of any locally available item that's in stock at a competing retailer. Just ask!

Shopping locally also gives you something you can't get from a picture on a computer screen: the opportunity to see what you're buying, ask questions and get advice before you make a purchase. After all, the most expensive product is the one you buy that doesn't do the job!

And there's another good reason to shop local. Your purchases help support local jobs, schools, community organizations and the businesses that help make Statesboro a great place to live. We're not asking you to give up Amazon or the big-box stores. We're simply asking you to give your local businesses a look before you click that "Buy Now" button. This Christmas, consider keeping a little more of your shopping close to home. 

One last thing — we put our money where our mouth is and buy local whenever we can. That's why we stock items like Nine Line® apparel (Savannah), RecTeq® grills (Augusta) and Bees Knees® honey (Brooklet). These all make great, locally produced Christmas gifts!