Part of the small town problem, is getting help. The owners run their shops the hours that they are capable of doing, without killing themselves. Marie Clay, Two Rivers Coffee, Riggins Idaho

Ruth, these are great thoughts! Research could make all the difference in helping more businesses to decide on trying something different.

Jennifer, I like the idea of a split shift concept. There are those hours in the afternoon or mid mornings where business is much slower.

I can see how a business owner looks at cost vs. benefit, especially in towns that might not get as much drive through traffic. I would think that most towns along major highways or Interstates have more opportunity to capitalize on later hours.

I’ll take the biscuits and gravy, please. And do sign your name when you comment, please. :) I applaud your efforts to stay responsive to your customers, especially on setting hours.

Ruth Marie, sounds like your community is making a great start, and encouraging local businesses to improve their hours.

David, great example of a new business trying something different!

Jennifer, it’s natural for existing businesses to look at the cost first. New businesses are more likely to take a risk on different, split or longer hours. Thanks for sharing that link, as well.