Retail and Shopping
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Walmart's hot sellers? Hand mixers and kitchen tools. In an era of high prices, basic is king
Aug 17, 2023 1:00 am - NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart racked up another strong quarterly sales gain as its low prices continue to attract budget conscious consumers looking for deals in a tough econo...
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Studio GWA announces the restoration of the Old Courthouse in WoodstockAug 15, 2023 11:00 pm - Studio GWA, an architecture & design firm, announces the restoration of the Old McHenry County Courthouse in Woodstock, Illinois. The historic landmark courthouse, sheri...
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Retail sales rose solidly last month in a sign that consumers are still spending freely
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Amazon is rolling out a generative AI feature that summarizes product reviews
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Shop local with St. Charles Fairy Walk Aug. 18Aug 10, 2023 11:00 pm - Downtown businesses in St. Charles and The Modern Domestic Woman, a women's support community, are collaborating on a fun initiative involving fairy houses. Starting on...
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Target recalls 2.2 million candles over burn and laceration risks
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Radio Flyer to open first retail store at Woodfield Mall in NovemberAug 10, 2023 1:00 am - The 106-year-old Chicago-based Radio Flyer company will open its first retail store this November at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg. The store will be on the lower level o...
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Huntley Area Chamber introduces a flavorful hit: 'Mobile Monday' event seriesAug 09, 2023 11:00 pm - The Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce has been thrilled with the success of its newest event, "Mobile Monday." Since its launch in May of this year, "Mobile Monday" has b...
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New Bibibop Asian Grill part of 'reemergence' of old Arlington Heights shopping centerAug 08, 2023 5:00 am - Bibibop Asian Grill will move into a newly constructed retail building on Palatine Road in Arlington Heights, in what is the latest sign of revitalization of the Southpo...
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St. Charles Business Alliance's 'Be You' rock hunt is back for the third yearAug 06, 2023 11:00 pm - The St. Charles Business Alliance's "Be You" Rock Hunt is returning for the third year. Starting at 9 a.m. Friday, Aug. 11, participants will have the opportunity to wi...