You want to go to a place where everybody knows your name. Locally owned and managed businesses do just that. And, while some hometown businesses may take a few bumps during a tough economy, there is one local store in Columbus that prospers because of their customer service and the customer base they have built over the years.

Mike Perkerson and his wife Carol own Military Hardware. They share the family business with their children. The Perkerson philosophy of customer service follows the Golden Rule. "Treat people the way you would want to be treated," Perkerson says.

For more information, contact the people at Military Hardware at 1002 13th St in Columbus or by phone at (662) 328-8073.