Businesses reflect on closures and participation in National Shutdown protests

Several local business owners who closed their doors to participate in Jan. 30th’s national shutdown are sharing their experiences and reactions from the community following their decision to join the protest movement.

Including Lupita Zepeda, owner of Yolia Botanica, who described the experience as transformative and healing. She closed her shop to participate in downtown protests advocating for justice and change.

“I don’t think I’ve ever felt that much hope, faith, power, and magic at the same time,” Zepeda said…

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