Adj.
A popular, well known person in a local community. These rock-stars are the 'It' people
around town, everyone knows their face and their business. Most are noticed for their style, outgoing personalities and ability to outshine anyone in a crowd.
Adj.-phrase
Used to describe someone who is 'local famous.' They get this stature by doing something, someone(s) or by their antics when out in public.
Adj.
Popular
around town for something they do that's entirely
superficial, like the way they dress, walk, talk or present themselves.
Everyone knows that guy, he's a local
celebrity.
She was never popular in high school, but once she grew into her assets, she became a local
celebrity. Ever guy wants her and every girl wants to be her.