This week, ladies and gentlemen, is a glorious extravaganza called Shop Across McMinnville Week. For those of you keeping track on your calendars, the week is in its final two days.The week was declared as such by a city proclamation. This proclamation stated the importance of shopping at home because it helps local merchants who, in turn, help the local economy and the wellbeing of Warren County.It's a fitting message and one I have taken to heart.