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Despite the cold rain, shoppers in Parkville bundled up with jackets and umbrellas to support local businesses during Small Business Saturday, proving that a little weather can't dampen community spirit.

"Main Street is hopping despite the weather," said Farmhouse Collection Business Operator Lauren Addison.

The wet conditions didn't deter customers from packing the streets and filling local shops throughout the day.

"It makes me want to cry to see people come out despite the weather," Addison said. "We want everyone to be safe, so make safe choices, but to know that people are still coming despite the rain. We know it's cold, we know it's miserable, but it really means the world and our hearts are just so full today."

Cars lined the streets as shoppe

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