I live in a small town... with the closest Walmart 40 miles away.... which is ok with me.... I'm happier shopping local. I don't really miss Walmart at all.... I do pay a little more locally, BUT, I save gas/time/wear and tear on my car/ not to mention frustration at their attitude, and I always find "other things" at walmart that I do not really NEED.... so if I dont see it locally, I most likely dont need it. I shop ebay for alot of bulk items ( razors, lotion. candles) and still come out cheaper! plus it gets delievered to my hosue... no lugging it to the car , then lugging it into the house.
I LOVE MY LOCAL SHOPS!!