Courtesy: MGN

Holiday shopping is starting early in Downtown Ringgold, where local businesses are gearing up for this year’s Pink Friday event.

Instead of waiting for the Black Friday rush, the city is turning the spotlight on small businesses—giving shoppers a chance to support local while getting a head start on their holiday lists.

One of the shops preparing for the big day is Southern Charm Clothing , owned by Courtney Cross , who says many people don’t realize just how much Downtown Ringgold has to offer.

“I think a lot of people don’t realize you can get a lot of your Christmas shopping done in downtown Ringgold,” Cross said. “We have so many different shops—from antique stores to general stores to boutiques. We sell men’s and women’s clothing, and I have a children’s sto

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