ScottTurnmeyer

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Taxes keep going up in small towns…
but it’s not always about spending.
When the tax base stops growing, the burden shifts back onto residents.
It’s math, not politics.

New post:
https://t.co/mdchDDV3dA

#SmallTown #MainStreet #EconomicReality #Tourism

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Events help, but they don’t fix downtown problems by themselves.

Without steady traffic and tourism, one busy weekend isn’t enough.

https://t.co/WaTgg4r5qA

#MainStreet #SmallTown #Tourism

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When businesses leave Main Street, it’s rarely just one store.

Less traffic + higher costs = tough math.

New post:
https://t.co/TmvLE6pLQ3
#MainStreet #SmallBusiness #Tourism

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There’s a side of Shenandoah National Park most people don’t talk about.

Fog on Skyline Drive.
Strange silence in the mountains.
Moments that feel… off.
Not everything has an easy explanation.
https://t.co/eTWD7hZb2N

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Why do some small towns stay busy while others struggle?

Usually not luck.

Marketing, coordination, tourism, and long-term planning make a big difference.

https://t.co/jonRm5n7gG

#SmallTown #Tourism #MainStreet

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What camera should you buy to learn manual mode photography?

I get this question all the time in my classes

Read here:
https://t.co/hRieac3GqZ
#photography #beginnerphotography #sony #canon #nikon #manualmode

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Tourism doesn’t happen by accident.

Towns that attract visitors usually have years of marketing, coordination, and planning behind the scenes.
Without that, even great towns struggle.
https://t.co/Q98PmVB1mT

#Tourism #SmallTown #MainStreet #EconomicDevelopment

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The Exposure Triangle controls every photo you take.

Aperture
Shutter speed
ISO
Once you understand how they work together, photography finally makes sense.
New guide here 👇
https://t.co/4QHY4SdFxf

#photography #exposuretriangle #photographytips

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“People just need to shop local more.”

Supporting local businesses matters, but local spending alone usually isn’t enough to sustain a modern downtown anymore.

New post:
https://t.co/OkojVaDf9g
#MainStreet #SmallTown #Tourism

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Small towns say they want strong businesses, low taxes, and a full downtown
but also say they don’t want tourists, growth, or outside dollars.
Those things don’t always go together.
Read: We Don’t Want Those Tourists Here

https://t.co/edo4WaYIP1
#SmallTown #Tourism #MainStreet

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Expensive cameras don’t make better photos.

Composition, light, and experience matter far more than gear, whether you shoot with a DSLR, mirrorless, or iPhone.

New blog post:
https://t.co/BVtNyntA8v
#photography #camera #photographytips #composition

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Owning a business on Main Street isn’t what most people think.

Thin margins. Rising costs. Fewer locals shopping. Constant decisions about whether to stay open. Read the blog please and share.

https://t.co/0W73MU7tzQ

#MainStreet #SmallBusiness #Economy #Tourism #LocalBusiness

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The Rule of Thirds is one of the simplest ways to improve your photography, whether you use a DSLR, mirrorless, or iPhone.

New blog post:
The Rule of Thirds Explained
https://t.co/cdcYCl3qSg

#photography #ruleofthirds #composition #photographytips

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Small towns can’t rely on local spending alone anymore.

Convenience changed retail.
Tourism is now an economic necessity — not just events, but year-round visitor spending.
What Small Town Conversations Are Missing
https://t.co/AfLHQnALK2

#tourism #smalltown #mainstreet

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Humans have always asked the same question:

Are we alone?

Even with modern science, the universe feels bigger than we understand.

New blog:
https://t.co/TbNSV8ixk2
#space #astronomy #philosophy #curiosity

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Most small business websites are missing key pages that affect SEO, trust, and conversions.

Here are the 5 pages every business website should have.

https://t.co/YlCzsPmOKk

#smallbusiness #seo #webdesign #marketing

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Better photos don’t start with better gear.
They start with better awareness.
I created a free guide:
7 Practical Ways to Instantly Improve Your Photos.

Works with a phone or camera.
Get it here: https://t.co/L7ScNNGef2

#Photography #PhotoTips #LearnPhotography

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@ShopifySupport I need an issue escalated. I have business impact and your internal teams are not responding as I'm being promised.

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Most small businesses don’t have a marketing problem.
They have a systems problem.
I wrote about why structured digital systems matter more than isolated tactics.
If you run a small business, this may resonate. Check out the blog at https://t.co/xlXK3OZsjj
#smallbusinesses

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In Part 2 of my AI series, we break down the only three types of AI that small businesses and everyday people truly need to understand. No jargon, no tech overwhelm
Read it now at: https://t.co/u2iIWS5ui3 #AI