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Shop Local, Win Big

How Aiken’s Red Ticket Campaign Boosts Local Business

Article by Jessica Crandall Lawrence

Photography by Rebecca Judy

Originally published in Aiken City Lifestyle

The Aiken Chamber of Commerce is spreading cheer with its annual Red Ticket Campaign, now in its fifth year. From November 1 to December 15, shoppers earn one red ticket for every $25 spent at participating local businesses. Each ticket becomes a chance to win cash prizes totaling $4,500. Drawings will be held live on the Chamber’s Facebook page on November 24 and December 1, 8 and 15.

Since its beginning, more than 280,000 tickets have been distributed, adding up to $7.2 million in local spending. The campaign brings excitement to supporting hometown shops. 

“This is such a fun way to encourage shopping local,” said Sarah Schultz with the Aiken Chamber. “It creates a buzz around town and reminds everyone how connected we are here.”


 

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