Today is Administrative Professionals Day. The holiday was formerly known as “National Secretary’s Day” and was first celebrated in 1952. Many area businesses have specials this week for the holiday, including flower arrangements at Wolf Floral and Hy-Vee in Washington.

Director of Main Street Washington, Sarah Sadrakula tells KCII News that some models show up to 68% of money spent at independently owned businesses recirculates locally. The money spent locally goes back into the community in the form of wages for employees, property taxes, and donations owners make to area organizations throughout the year.