Alabama Retail

From everyday emergency supplies to portable generators, Alabama’s Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday encourages preparation and supports retailers across the state. The tax free weekend runs Feb. 20–22, 2026, with expanded exemption caps now in effect. #ShopAlabama

Alabama Retail PAC is proud to endorse these candidates seeking statewide office. They understand that when retail succeeds, communities across Alabama thrive. Remember to make the retail vote count on May 19, 2026. #AlabamaRetailPAC #2026Elections #alpolitics #shopalabama

Every purchase made in Alabama supports jobs, families, and communities right here at home. This Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, keep your dollars where they make the biggest impact. #shopalabama

Retailers are always looking for ways to better serve their customers. @Target, an ARA member, has introduced an accessible self-checkout at its Huntsville store. This advancement highlights how retailers are working to make shopping easier and more welcoming for everyone.

We're proud to endorse Dustin Beaty for House District 13. Dustin's experience as a retail business owner makes him a strong advocate for Alabama's retailers and the communities they serve. We're excited to support his vision for Walker County.

Contact Alabama reps and senators about issues affecting your retail business with the ARA Legislative Roster. Find their phone numbers and committee assignments at alretail.org/4kH1mNB. #LegislativeRoster #AlPolitics

Congratulations to Campbell Hardware and Sporting Goods store for being named Small Business of the Year by the Central Baldwin Chamber of Commerce. Campbell Hardware is family-owned and operated and has served the Robertsdale community since 1946. #MemberMonday #ShopAlabama

Today we honor supermarket employees who come to work every day to ensure shelves are stocked and to help communities survive and thrive. Stop by your local supermarket today to say thank you. #SupermarketEmployeeDay #ShopAlabama

This weekend is the Severe Weather Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday! The annual sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. this Friday, Feb. 21, and runs through midnight on Sunday, Feb. 23. 🔗 alretail.org/40we3BI #BePrepared #TaxFree #ShopAlabama

"Serve with Love” is more than just a slogan for Chappy’s Deli. Co-owner David Barranco’s selfless service and philanthropy earned him the 2024 Humanitarian of the Year award from the AL Restaurant and Hospitality Association. Congrats David! #MemberMonday #ShopAlabama

Your local retailers have you covered for last-minute Valentine gifts! Give something extra sweet with timeless homemade candies. Select just the right card that speaks to their heart. Surprise your love with jewelry they’ll treasure forever. #ValentinesDay #ShopAlabama

This Valentine’s Day, Americans are expected to spend $5.4 billion on an evening out and $2.9 billion on flowers. You can take the pressure off that day by preordering food and florals now. #ValentinesDayMadeEasy #ShopAlabama #DineAlabama

#MemberMonday: For six decades, a Davies has owned & operated Little Hardware. "Everybody does everything” at the third-generation family business in the heart of Mountain Brook, owner Frank Wesley Davies lll says of his cross-trained staff: alretail.org/4gjhbqA. #ShopAla...

Another Alabama Retail member making their dreams come true! This small family enterprise employing about 50 has several locations in the Birmingham area. Learn more about the Leaf & Petal story at alretail.org/3AeMGhJ #SmallBusinessBigDreams #ShopAlabama

In a decade, Matt & Stephanie Mell created 8 restaurant/bar concepts that transport to another place or time. How the New York gal & the New Jersey guy built a hospitality stronghold in Huntsville & Athens is the Feb. Alabama Retailer cover story: bit.ly/4aAysdy

Katherine Williams McRee, co-owner of The Lili Pad and Gigi’s, “has emerged as one of the most significant & highly respected civic leaders in Vestavia Hills,” says OTMJ. Proud of Katherine's leadership to her community as well as her Lili Pad and GiGi’s team! #ShopAlabama

As part of its goal to make communities better for all, @Lowes is accepting nominations for the fourth year of its #LowesHometowns program. Nominate a community project in your hometown through Feb 18 at Lowes.com/Hometowns (📷Friendship Mission, Montgomery)

Love all the first-ever Snow Day portraits from our south Alabama member businesses. ❄️☃️Tuesday’s historic & rare snow event produced beautiful, once-in-a-lifetime images. #SnowDay #WinterWonderland #RareDay #StayWarm #StaySafe #ShopAlabama

As of 5 p.m. today, 39 south Alabama counties are under a state of emergency: bit.ly/3E4mKeW Price gouging is prohibited & transportation restrictions eased for movement of emergency supplies in the covered area. #WinterWeather #Snow #StateOfEmergency #alwx

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