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Eufaula Towne Center will soon have new store Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 10:39AMStore officials announced Tuesday morning that the new store would open in the old Walmart building on South Eufaula Avenue by early October, if not sooner.
Greater Newark Workforce Funders Collaborative Joins the National Fund for Workforce Solutions Network to Benefit Low ... Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:04AMNEWARK, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The National Fund for Workforce Solutions (NFWS) today announced that it has selected the Greater Newark Workforce Funders Collaborative to join its network of 31 collaboratives designed to provide innovative job training and career advancement for workers nationwide while helping businesses grow. The National Fund for Workforce Solutions’ grant of $450,000 over ...
Walmart Saves Families Time and Money this Back-to-School Season Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:00AMWith moms on a tight budget this back-to-school season, Walmart Â announced today it will offer low prices all season long on a broadened assortment of back-to-school and back-to-college essentials including everyday supplies, sporty backpacks and the latest electronics.
Walmart public hearings underway Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:46AMThree days of public hearings into the R16.5-billion takeover of Massmart by United States giant Walmart got underway at Parliament on Tuesday.
Walmart to Break Ground for New Supercenter in Denton, MD Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:00AMWalmart will break ground on a new Supercenter in Denton, Maryland, the week of September 19. The Supercenter will offer shopping convenience to customers looking for broad product selections, including fresh quality food and everyday general needs, at value pricing.
GM, UAW hope to go Sonic Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:57PMDETROIT -- The only subcompact car being built on U.S. soil will soon roll out of an assembly plant in suburban Detroit that is as unusual as the car itself.
$165k to be shared by local agencies Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 6:09AMThe North Platte Telegraph Mid-Plains United Way board of trustees has announced it will provide $165,000 to local agencies, thanks to the generous support of businesses and residents.
Man accused of threatening cousin with machete Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:17PMThe following are excerpts from reports for Cleveland Police Department:
Production to cease at Roberts Dairy in Iowa City Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:24PMThe Roberts Dairy processing plant in Iowa City will end production this weekend after 77 years. The dairy at 1109 North Dodge will become a distribution facility for dairy products from Prairie Farms Dairy Inc., according to a statement released by Carlinville, Ill.-based Prairie Farms Friday. The plant is operated by Prairie Farms in a [...]
June retail sales up slightly as consumers purchase cars Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:52AMIn an ironic twist, falling gas prices held back retail sales from any stronger gains last month.
Rael Officially Police Chief Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 2:51AMAppointment Final After Evaluation
Business briefs: July 15 Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 11:00PMThe Knoxville Area Urban League Workforce Development and Job Readiness Program recently received a $25,000 grant from the Walmart Foundation.
Fearless entrepreneur tackles all challenges Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 8:08PMThe night of the storm, Stephanie Kennedy had a lot on her mind.[...]
Consumer goods CEO off to Massmart Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 9:13AMConsumer Goods Council SA chief executive Mncane Mthunzi has resigned to join Massmart, the council board said on Thursday. “It is with mixed feelings to notify you that our CEO, Mncane Mthunzi, will be leaving the employment of the CGCSA at the end of August 2011,” the council said in a statement.
High gas prices and timid hiring are keeping the economic recovery in check Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 8:09AMWASHINGTON - A mixed slate of reports Thursday showed the economy is being held back by high gas prices and sluggish hiring.
Packing away hunger Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:41PMSALISBURY — When the school year ends, so do free meals for the millions of children in low-income households who depend on them most. This summer, in addition to serving breakfast and lunch to summer camp participants, the YMCA is providin ...
Foreclosures fall again; Enterprise goes green; Commercial real estate treads water Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:55PMForeclosures decline in St. Louis • Foreclosures continued their slower pace in June, with the number of homes set for auction or repossessed in the St. Louis area down 22 percent from the same month last year, according to figures out today.
Foreclosures fall again; Enterprise gets greener Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 9:55PMForeclosures continued their slower pace in June, with the number of homes set for auction or repossessed in the St. Louis area down 22 percent from the same month last year, according to figures out today.
U.S. Corporations Don't Make Jobs Like They Used To Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 4:03PMThis ain't your grandpa's private sector. It ain't your dad's either.
Walmart to Grab The Fruitspot Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 10:45AMSouth African discount store Massmart Holdings Ltd., which is majority owned by U.S. giant retailer Wal-Mart Stores Inc. plans to buy The Fruitspot in order to grow its presence in fresh food offering to consumers.
Angi Harrell has worked at Jax Walmart since beginning Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 10:04AMWhen you are very young, most people have dreams. Some of these dreams may include being a doctor or lawyer or an athlete or musician. Some people may stand out more than others. This is the case with Jacksonville Wal-Mart employee Angi Harrell.
GM and UAW reworking the U.S. subcompact car Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 9:21PMThe plant is far smaller than before, and so is the workers' pay.
Affordable housing a welcome addition Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:00PMAffordable housing is becoming a reality for more people in Highlands County as one rental community has opened its doors and another could have its first tenant in a little over seven weeks.
Pearland Police Activity: July 3 to July 10, 2011 Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 4:17PMJuly 3
Select Walmart Stores Near the New Hampshire Motor Speedway to Host NASCAR Fan Events Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 9:47AMAs New Hampshire prepares for the upcoming Lenox Industrial Tools 301, select Walmart stores near the New Hampshire Motor Speedway will host exclusive NASCAR fan events through its new Race Time program starting July 13.
Just call him Wal-Marty Markowitz Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 12:05AMWalmart is suddenly making sweet music with Brooklyn Beep Marty Markowitz -- once a staunch critic of the megastore's plans to break ground in the borough. The retail giant -- angling to open in a planned East New York development -- has now cozied up to Markowitz by becoming...
Agencies asking City Council for transportation aid Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 6:57PMTransportation for the Boys and Girls Club and adults with disabilities will be on the Conway City Council agenda as it meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. read more
William And Kate Tour Skid Row Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 4:30PMLOS ANGELES -- The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have arrived at the final event of their North American tour. Prince William and his wife Catherine are attending an employment fair in Culver City aimed at finding jobs for veterans.
Business Notebook: Office building taking shape at 52nd and Broadway Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 3:15PMAn AT&T cell phone outlet and a dentist's office will be in a building that is taking shape in front of the Quincy Walmart at 52nd and Broadway.
William and Kate close North American tour, head home Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 2:42PMThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge headed back to the United Kingdom on Sunday after a hectic weekend that included a polo match, a glitzy party in Los Angeles and several charity events.
What She's Reading: Dress for Success' Joi Gordon Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 5:08AMThe nonprofit chief executive is reading a book by Walmart founder Sam Walton, plus a crime thriller.
How Republicans will attack David Weprin Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 5:06AMAlso: Gloria Steinem maintains support of Cy Vance, a dispute over the economic value of film tax credits, John Liu takes credit on pension reform and Marty Markowitz welcomes Walmart.
Federal jobless tax for employers expires Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 9:22AMThe expiration of a 35-year-old "temporary" unemployment tax (about $14 a year per worker) will mean real money for some big companies at a time when President Barack Obama is pushing Congress to raise taxes on businesses by closing some loopholes.
West Broad Street YMCA Joins National Effort to Feed Hungry Children Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 10:27AMThis summer, the West Broad Street YMCA is offering nutritious meals to more than 150 children in Savannah at no cost, thanks to a $5,000 grant from YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) and Walmart.
Rowan County Superior Administrative Court Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 6:40AMSuperioradministrative court docket Abbreviation key: CAAF – Court-appointed attorney fee CSW – Community service work EHA – Electronic house arrest VD – Dismissal without leave by district attorney Dispo ...
DoD launches Military Spouse Employment Partnership Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 5:22AMIn an effort to address military spouses’ employment challenges, the Defense Department June 29 launched a program to expand career opportunities for military spouses worldwide, and to recognize the s
Wadley hangs on as Meadowcraft finds footing Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 3:10AMAfter the plant shut down, four businesses also closed their doors. It was like a “zombie town” before the plant was bought and re-opened.
Retail sales, jobs reports carry stocks higher Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 2:52AMNEW YORK - A rebound in retail sales and strong jobs reports pushed stocks near their highest levels of the year. U.S. retailers had their best June sales results since 1999 as shoppers were lured into stores by warm weather and deep discounts.
Walmart Funds City's Free Summer Meals Food Trucks, Asks Nothing In Return Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 1:14PMThe city may have cut back the number of locations for its free summer food for kids program, but thanks to donation happy Walmart, it's taking the program to the road. That's right, thanks to a quarter-million dollar donation from the big-box retailer this summer, the city's Summer Meals program is adding two refrigerated trucks to the mix, so as to bring food to tykes in Orchard Beach ...
Fitch Affirms Queen Creek, AZ Excise Tax Revs, Upgrades Imp Dist Bonds; Outlook Stable Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 12:22PMAUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--During the course of routine surveillance, Fitch Ratings has taken the following rating action on Queen Creek, Arizona: --$25.3 million excise tax and state shared revenue obligations, series 2007 affirmed at 'A+'; --$50.3 million improvement district no. 1 improvement bonds upgraded to 'A-' from 'BBB+'. In addition, Fitch assigns an implied unlimited tax general ...
Might empty uptown storefronts be occupied soon? Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 8:04AMLocal development officials and business people are holding out hope that some long-empty storefronts in uptown Athens may soon be filled -- including the building that once housed a Woolworth store, but whose boarded-up street-level floor and basement has sat empty for the last 17 years.
The Y Fights Child Hunger with Help from the Walmart Foundation Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 7:16AMYs across the nation to provide 7 million meals to children this summer, as part of funding provided by Walmart's Summer Giving Campaign
With Wal-Mart’s Sex Suit Win, the Joke’s on Women: Susan Antilla Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 11:35PMFor a moment, I wondered if my phone had gone dead.
Rhonda Thurman: Out Of Control White Woman Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 10:56PMI received a phone call from an employee of the Times Free Press a few months back and was advised to tell any writer for the paper I had no comment on anything they asked me. I was told the paper was going to sabotage me and to be very careful. Well, I didn't listen.
Go Home Already: A World Of Possibilities Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 4:56PMIn today's Go Home Already: another sex abuse accusation inside SYEP, Kwame gets blessed by the Lama, is Gowdy one to be trusted?, putting D.C.'s federal till in perspective, the Journal doesn't know where Foggy Bottom is, and much, much more. [ more › ]
Walmart Donates $5 Million to New York City Amid Controversy Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 4:43PMAmid controversy over Walmart’s proposal to set up stores in New York City, Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced Tuesday that he would join forces with the corporation which will donate $5 million to the city's youth.
Police arrest probation violators Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 3:34PMCalls to investigate two separate disturbances on Tuesday resulted in a pair of probation violation arrests.
Roosevelt's Schaumburg campus opens college of pharmacy Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 1:05PMDiane Cluxton is turning to higher education for something it's no longer as known for as it once was - the promise of employment and a good salary upon graduation.
Dayton reportedly backing away from 'tax the rich' plan | The Glean Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 6:37AMMORNING EDITION Dayton reportedly backing away from 'tax the rich' plan By Brian Lambert | Wednesday, July 6, 2011 Gov. Dayton is backing away from his “tax the rich” revenue plan, according to Politico’s James Hohmann: “Health care and education funding have emerged as the two biggest areas of disagreement in the dispute that shut down the state government last week. Already, though, Dayton ...
Reality belies the hype Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 2:22AMDiscussing foreign direct investment in multi-brand retail in these columns, I have made the following points: 1) Big Retail in the West is expensive; they have much higher mark-ups compared with Indian retail. 2) Western Retail is concentrated, offers less consumer choice, and charges higher prices. 3) Big Retail is not good for employment in both manufacturing (due to offshoring of production ...