NEW YORK (AP) — After a wearying nearly two years of the pandemic, independent retailers are cautiously hoping their holiday seasons will be bright, despite the challenges this year ranging from supply chain snags to shortages of hot holiday items.
Many businesses ordered decorations, toys, stocking stuffers and other items well in advance this year and have turned to smaller vendors to fill in any gaps in their inventory. They've reached out directly to customers on social media.
Apple closes several stores due to COVID-19 outbreaks, encourages online shopping - The Verge
Over the last couple of weeks, several Apple Stores around the US have closed due to rising COVID-19 infections among staff members, and a report by Bloomberg lists seven locations in the US and Canada that have shut down operations within the last day or so.
9to5Mac points out one other item people should be aware of, which is that Apple has begun promoting two-hour deliveries in "most metro areas" for free .
Do Americans now prefer strip center shopping? – RetailWire
Open-air shopping centers — also known as strip malls and strip centers — are leading retail's real estate recovery and building on momentum seen before the pandemic.
Landlords filled 17 million square feet of open-air shopping centers during the third quarter, according to CBRE data reported by The Wall Street Journal . The influx marks a 49 percent hike from 2019 and a 10-year high for net absorption.
Several Ocala residents share thoughts on city's shopping, dining needs - Ocala-News.com
Several Ocala residents wrote in and shared their thoughts on bringing more shopping and dining options, including a Costco, to the city:
“I understand that the people of Ocala don't want more growth in their town, but for this town to thrive and not become a ghost town, growth is an essential part of Ocala to move forward. I travel to other cities for shopping and dining because Ocala lacks in these areas.
Former Ozarks principal, teacher becomes online shopping influencer
At the time, she was a principal at Truman Elementary School in Springfield. Travis served as principal there for nine years. She retired in July 2021.
Her second career started in 2018 when she stumbled upon an amazing deal online on Facebook. She started following the group because she's a woman who can't resist a bargain, says her fiancé John Caster.
Financial expert gives tips on saving money shopping online | News | wkow.com
If you're looking to shop online, experts have some tips to make sure you get the best bang for your buck.
Mapleton kids enjoy holiday shopping - The County
The Mapleton Daze Committee held their first holiday shopping event for young kids on Saturday, Dec. 11.
Young people brought their parents, grandparents and family members to the Mapleton Lions Hall, where the Mapleton Daze "elves" helped them purchase inexpensive but fun presents for their family members.
South Portland shopping plaza sells for $20M | Mainebiz.biz
Mallside Plaza, a South Portland shopping center near the Maine Mall and home to national retail tenants such as the DSW shoe chain, has sold for $20 million to Wood Hill Realty Associates LLC.
The plaza, at 198 Maine Mall Road, encompasses 118,422 square feet on 2.9 acres of land. Space is 96.5% occupied, according to Malone Commercial Brokers, which represented owner NECG Mallside BH LLC.
How you can get last-minute shopping done without going into stores
Many people may not feel comfortable going into stores, but there are contactless options if you still have some shopping to do.
Metro Detroit malls have options for contactless shopping. Consumers can order items online and pick them up curbside.
Target, Walmart and Meijer also have options for you to pick up gifts or have them delivered. There are also apps like Instacart, Uber and Shipt to have items delivered to your house.
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