The village of East Palestine is starting a new initiative to bring business back to the area. 

On September 1, The Village of East Palestine Community Improvement Corporation launched the EP VIP Shopper Club, a new program designed to stimulate economic growth and support small businesses in the village. 

The program already has over 500 members and 20 local companies participating. It offers exclusive discounts and special offers to residents and visitors who shop at local businesses. 

The EP VIP Shopper Club is free to join for both shoppers and businesses. Shoppers can receive an electronic membership card that grants them access to discounts at participating businesses. A physical membership card can be picked-up at select vendors in the village. 

The program provides businesses the flexibility to offer various deals, such as percentage-based discounts, dollar-off savings, or exclusive package offers tailored for the program. Participating businesses will display a special window cling and poster, identifying them as official EP VIP Shopper Club partners.  

Shoppers can sign up online here, and can immediately be eligible for discounts. 

For more information on becoming a member or participating as a vendor, please visit the EP VIP Shopper Club page on the Village of East Palestine's website.