SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — With Christmas just days away, last‑minute shoppers are packing Springfield stores, and local businesses say this year’s economy is playing a major role in how much people are spending.
Businesses across the city report strong sales heading into the holiday weekend, with many noting that shoppers appear more strategic and intentional about their purchases.
Business owners tell OzarksFirst that while foot traffic has fluctuated throughout the season, the final stretch before Christmas has brought a noticeable surge…