National reports have recently emphasized a decrease in Girl Scout cookie pre- sales across the country.

"We have experienced a 15% increase in pre- sales this year," reports Sharon Hewitt, director of product sales for Girl Scouts of South Carolina - Mountains to Midlands.

The Mountains to Midlands council began its direct sale cookie program Friday, February 20.

Girl Scouts will be holding booth sales at partnering local retailers throughout the council through March 16.

To find the date, time and location of local a Girl Scout cookie booth sale, visit www.gssc-mm.org.