With Valentine's Day approaching, a chocolate and ice cream shop in Waynesville is showing appreciation for local law enforcement with a sweet giveaway.

Chocolate prices at U.S. retail stores rose 14% between Jan. 1 and the first week of February compared to last year.

With the holiday on Saturday, businesses say demand is surging as customers make last-minute reservations, place flower deliveries and pick up sweet treats for loved ones on Friday.