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Local Small Businesses See Boost from Community Support Initiatives

By William Cortez, Community Writer
April 15, 2026 at 01:53pm. Views: 73

Small businesses in Moreno Valley are seeing increased support thanks to community-driven initiatives encouraging residents to shop locally.

Programs promoting small business engagement have helped drive foot traffic and raise awareness about locally owned establishments.

Business owners say the support has made a noticeable difference, particularly as they continue to recover from economic challenges in recent years.

 

City leaders continue to promote “shop local” campaigns to strengthen Moreno Valley’s economic resilience.

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