Stop and think about all the small businesses you know and love, now imagine that half are gone.

In Freestone County that would be devastating for the community as it would throughout almost all of Small Town, USA.

Small businesses have been a growing concern during the COVID-19 pandemic, and social giant, Facebook, is working on ways to help.

“Three months from now, 45% of the small businesses we love may not survive.” Facebook’s small business hub states, “Small businesses are not just key employers, they’re part of the fabric of our communities. They’ve been there for us, now is our time to be there for them.” Here you can also view more details related to business.

The social media’s page, about.fb.com/supportsmallbusiness gives a variety of ideas for different small businesses during this difficult time.

Give a read through, and maybe find an idea or tip that can help you or your favorite small business keep their doors open through 2020, the year of the COVID-19 pandemic.