Warmer Valentine’s Day Boosts Small Business Sales

Valentine’s Day boosts sales for local businesses, minimum wage debate looms

Valentine’s Day may be over, but businesses across Green Country are still counting their profits after a busy weekend.

Warmer Valentine’s Day boosts small business sales

The average person in the U.S. is expected to spend a record $200 on Valentine’s Day this year, the highest in 25 years.

Valentine’s Day spending expected to hit record $29B

HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Lovebirds across the Rio Grande Valley are making their final preparations for Valentine’s Day as consumer spending on the holiday is expected to reach an all‑time high. The National Retail Foundation estimates shoppers will spend a record $29 billion this year on Valentine’s Day gifts and celebrations. On average, consumers plan [...]