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The Freak Show
The Freak Show is a vintage and art market happening at The Union on May 12th 12-5 pm. There will be 15+ vendors selling local art, vintage, jewelry and so… Read More
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The Freak Show
The Freak Show is a vintage and art market happening at The Union March 3rd from 11am-4pm. There will be 10+ vendors selling local art, vintage, jewelry and so much… Read More
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A study says Ohio’s retailers should expect a slight Christmas spending bonus over last year
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Ohio retailers are predicted to see a slight boost in spending over last year’s holiday season.It’s the 11th year in a row that stores… Read More
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Multicultural Genealogical Center Spring Celebration
Join us for an afternoon of both live music and that provided by a D.J. We’ll also have pulled pork, hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, garden salad, desserts, pop,… Read More
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What our shopping choices say about the U.S. economy
By: Alina Selyukh | NPR
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — Shoppers are making fewer purchases and fewer trips to stores. But when they do check out at the register, they often spend more, revealing the impact… Read More
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These are some of the ways inflation is changing Americans’ spending habits
By: Scott Horsley | NPR
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — With inflation near a four-decade high, American shoppers are watching their pennies and adjusting their spending habits – and the businesses that cater to them are… Read More
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Online pricing algorithms are gaming the system, and could mean you pay more
By: Ziad Buchh | NPR
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — If you’ve shopped online recently, you may have had this experience: You find an item, add it to your cart, and then when you get around… Read More
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Artkinglot
Come down to the Artkinglot pop-up event every 1st & 3rd Sunday in the Tavolino/Ciderhouse/Distillery area on the West Side of Athens! Featuring local artists, food vendors, performers and more!… Read More
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PetSmart Designates Shopping Hours for Seniors and Immune-Compromised Customers
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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PHOENIX, Ariz. (WOUB) — PetSmart announced it is designating shopping hours two days a week for seniors and other people at risk for contracting the novel coronavirus. These hours will… Read More
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Kroger Adds Special Shopping Hours for High-Risk Customers in W. Va. and Parts of Ohio
By: WOUB News Team
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ROANOKE, Va. (WOUB) — Kroger stores in most of West Virginia and parts of eastern Ohio will have designated shopping hours for seniors and other customers at high risk of… Read More
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Most Ohio Kroger Stores to Begin Special Shopping Hours for Seniors and Other High-Risk Customers
By: WOUB News Team
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WESTERVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Kroger stores in most of Ohio will dedicate time for seniors and other customers at high risk for contracting the novel coronavirus to shop. This does… Read More
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Walmart Designates Senior Hours, Will Give Bonuses to Hourly Employees
By: WOUB News Team
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BENTONVILLE, Ark. (WOUB) — Walmart has announced several initiatives to serve customers and employees during the COVID-19 outbreak. Senior shopping hours On Tuesdays from March 24 through April 28, Walmart… Read More
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Dollar General Dedicates First Hour of Day to Senior Shoppers, Adjusts Closing Hours
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Dollar General’s national office announced it plans to dedicate the first hour of each day to senior customers, and will adjust store hours, beginning Tuesday. Senior… Read More
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ACEnet 3rd Annual Holiday Open House
Hosted by ACEnet (94 Columbus Road, Athens). This family-friendly event is a great opportunity to enjoy some local food & wine (also non-alcoholic & “mocktail” options), and local holiday shopping,… Read More
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November Morsbag Pod Meetup
What is a Morsbag, you ask? An international movement known as Morsbags has formed ‘pods’ of sewists all over the world who meet up to sociably upcycle fabrics into reusable… Read More
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The Our Lady of Mercy CWC Craft Show
The Our Lady of Mercy CWC Craft Show will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Continuing with past tradition, we will be serving… Read More
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Mother’s Day Flea Market
Mother’s Day Flea Market Friday May 10th through Sunday May 12th Open 10am daily, Rain or Shine FREE ADMISSION Shopping, Food, and Fun Morgan County Fairgrounds 2760 N. Riverside Drive,… Read More
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Alpaca Farm OPEN HOUSE
Join us at Alpacas at Phoenix Hill Farm’s 11th Annual Open House! Meet the alpacas and learn about these amazing animals and their wonderful fiber. Shop in our updated Alpaca… Read More
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Cabin Fever Fest
Join us Saturday, February 17th for Cabin Fever Fest! This inaugural event will feature over 15 musicians/bands performing at three venues in historic, downtown Pomeroy. Enjoy the best in live,… Read More
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Holiday Bazaar & Barn Sale
Join us for our annual Holiday Bazaar, an Athens holiday shopping tradition! This year, we’ll be utilizing our new welcome lobby and community room to bring more vendors than ever… Read More
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Holiday Bazaar & Barn Sale
Join us for our annual Holiday Bazaar, an Athens holiday shopping tradition! This year, we’ll be utilizing our new welcome lobby and community room to bring more vendors than ever… Read More
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New Local Business Hopes to Bring Traffic to Market on State
By: Taylor Nimmo
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Out with the old, In with the new Ten years ago, Brent Hayes and Tom Parfitt bought the University Mall out of bankruptcy and were able to build the business back up… Read More