Businesses along U.S. 127 in St. Johns are reporting some of their busiest days of the year as holiday travelers head north for the Fourth of July weekend.
- Businesses along U.S. 127 in St. Johns say Fourth of July weekend is one of their busiest of the year
- Bellingar Specialty Meats owner says the shop is 2-3 times busier than normal, with brats among the most popular items
- Phillips Orchard and Cider Mill says holiday weekends bring an extra boost on top of the usual weekend traffic increase
WATCH: Fourth of July travelers boost U.S. 127 businesses
Fourth of July travelers boost U.S. 127 businesses
The highway saw heavy traffic Thursday as drivers made their way out for the holiday. For shops located just off the route, the surge in passing vehicles has translated directly to increased sales.
At Bellingar Specialty Meats, owner Josiah Heikoop said the holiday rush is significant.
“Right now, we’re at least twice as busy. Maybe three times,” Heikoop said…