Apple cuts iTunes pricing, eases copy protection Jan 7, 2009
Song download pricing will be 69 cents, 99 cents and $1. 29 starting in April. (MSNBC -- Business)
Netflix Imitators Are Everywhere Jan 7, 2009
While Netflix and Wal-Mart are currently battling for customers in the mainstream DVD business, and Blockbuster is planning to offer a similar rent-by-mail service, dozens of upstart companies are handling media that Netflix doesn't touch: books, games and that old e-commerce standby, pornography. Google's video-game rental directory lists nearly a dozen competitors to GameFly. (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
After sales, will shoppers pay full price again? Jan 7, 2009
Fourth-quarter profits are likely to decline more than 19 percent, said Ken Perkins, president of research company RetailMetrics LLC. Excluding Wal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the few bright spots, he said the drop is expected to reach almost 28 percent. Perkins predicts that profits will keep falling into the first quarter, projecting an 11 percent drop; excluding Wal-Mart, that figure is likely to fall more than 17 percent. (AZCentral -- News)
Taking a Stand: Invasion USA Jan 7, 2009
American companies, from agribusinesses to Wal-Mart, have proliferated markets with so many Made in China labels that our nation has one big tag dangling from the toe of Florida Sold to China. And do the Chinese mind their material and monetary dominance over America. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
This family really sticks together Jan 7, 2009
- Jan. 19-20: 10 a.m. to noon and 1 to 5 p.m., Wal-Mart, Mobile Bus, 2300 Douglas Highway. Call Melanie Weatherstone at 686-4060 for an appointment. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
HUFFING: WAL-MART Jan 7, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Blotter. Tuesday, January 06, 2009. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
CPI holiday sales fall Jan 7, 2009
St. Louis-based CPI Corp. (NYSE: CPY) is a portrait studio operator offering photography services in approximately 3,100 locations in the United States, Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico, principally in Sears and Wal-Mart stores. Reader Comments. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Generic drug prices falling in US Jan 7, 2009
Meanwhile, in May 2006 discounter Kmart started the trend with 90-day supplies of popular drugs for $15, followed by $4-per-month programs from Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Target Corp. The idea was to pass on their savings from buying in large volume as a strategy to draw more shoppers into their stores ... 6 percent over the prior year, according to IMS. The $70 billion total does not include sales at Wal-Mart, which does not disclose such data. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Drug price controls may shorten lives: report Jan 7, 2009
Reuters A customer shops for over-the-counter medicine at a Wal-Mart Supercenter in Rogers, Arkansas June 5. CHICAGO (Reuters) Imposing European-style price controls on prescription drugs in the United States would result in modest cost savings that would be more than offset by shortened life spans as the pace of drug innovation slows, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Local Retailers Report 'Steady' Holiday Sales Jan 7, 2009
While national reports cited that holiday sales fell anywhere from 2 to 4 percent compared to a year ago, Wal-Mart bucked the trend this holiday season, being one of the few major retail outlets to report an increase. At Washington's Wal-Mart store, manager Blaise Warhurst noticed an increase in shoppers, including more first-time customers ... "There definitely seemed to be more customers coming to Wal-Mart because of the economy in the last six months," Warhurst said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
• 'Eat local' movement takes root Jan 7, 2009
And how about denizens of the decidely un-hippie halls of Wal-Mart ... Wal-Mart, the nation's largest grocer has pledged to source 400 million worth of fruits and vegetables from in-state farmers this year. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Microsoft layoff rumors swirl Jan 7, 2009
the only problem is people buys PCs from best buy and wal mart. there good PCs but the thing is there only made to barly do anything. (GameSpot)
ITunes embraces 3-tier pricing, will remove anti-copy software Jan 7, 2009
The iPod digital music player also boosted the profile of iTunes, which surpassed Wal-Mart, Target and other traditional music sellers by last year, according to research firm NPD Group. But the growth of digital downloads has slowed from the frenzied pace of its early years, and the music industry has begun to explore fresh approaches to spur online buying. (Los Angeles Times)
Out with the old, in with the new: New chairman wastes no time reorganizing Jan 7, 2009
An estimated $45,000 to $50,000 donated by Wal-Mart paid for brick pavers around the wall. Still to be installed are a granite facing for the wall inscribed with patriotic sayings, a brick walkway in front of and around the wall and a bronze plaque. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Shopping Cart: New food products in stores, restaurants and online Jan 7, 2009
The Grape Escapes 2: Temecula Wineries and Tasting Rooms: Husband-and-wife travel authors Bob and Cindy Rhodes have just released a 271-page guide to Temecula's wine country. The guidebook, which the Washington state couple put together after visiting 30 local wineries and tasting 250-plus wines, offers detailed information on the region's 40-plus wineries, the wines they produce, their winery shops and restaurants, and insider tips to getting the most from your visit. (North County Times)
Kunda stepping aside after 22 years Jan 7, 2009
American Plastics came to town, and Laser Pros, Wal-Mart, Foster and Smith, the Job Service Center and the golf course. I recorded it all. (Forest Republican, WI)
What's going in by Sport Authority? Jan 7, 2009
HappyinMontrose wrote on Jan 6, 2009 11:27 AM:" Wal-Mart no longer carries embroidery thread or fabric. There's supposed to be a small store somewhere in the second block of North Townsend that sells it but who can find it???Wal-Mart is not the right place to go for anything other than the most basic craft item, i.e. popsicle sticks and glue. " ... TSA wrote on Dec 30, 2008 5:04 PM:" It is not Wal-Mart or Target, it is Sports Authortiy. If you have shopped there outside of the store here in... (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Have they been to Stanton? Jan 7, 2009
If we want to continue to live at this level of material opulence and conspicuous consumption, with our SUVs lined up in Wal-Mart parking lots next to trucks filled with merchandise manufactured in China, the Earth is going to take a hit. Al Gore is right about that, and he's a very valuable figure in the global environmental debate, if he will just agree to play responsibly. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Council OKs beer, wine sales for SM Wal-Mart Jan 7, 2009
Advertisement The Wal-Mart in Santa Maria will soon be allowed to sell beer and wine. Santa Maria's City Council concluded Tuesday night that it is in the public convenience for Wal-Mart, located in the Crossroads Shopping center, to sell beer and wine ... Wal-Mart is the world's largest retailer. (Santa Maria Times)
America 101: Campus serves up course on U.S. culture Jan 7, 2009
Most of the new students arrive in August for fall semester, when Poole's office conducts a weeklong orientation for first-time international students - including a session on Bulldog football culture and shopping trips to Wal-Mart. About 40 new international students begin studies each January, however. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sierra Vista police beat Jan 7, 2009
3:46 p.m. A woman, 18, was cited and released for shoplifting two compact discs and a DVD from Wal-Mart at 657 N. Highway 90. 4:25 p.m. A 17-year-old juvenile was cited and released for shoplifting two compact discs from Wal-Mart ... 4:36 p.m. A customer at Wal-Mart discovered both of the mirrors on his vehicle had been broken. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
AC/DC plugged in to metal culture Jan 7, 2009
The result is that a new generation of fans are wearing the AC/DC shirts from Wal-Mart and flashing the devil horns to such AC/DC classics as "You Shook Me All Night Long," "Back in Black" and "For Those About to Rock (We Salute You)." ... "Black Ice" blew away Guns 'N Roses' more hyped "Chinese Democracy" (261,000 in the first week) partly because Wal-Mart outdid Best Buy (which had the GNR exclusive), and partly because it's a better album that's more true to the original spirit of the band... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Cell phone peeping suspect faces trial Jan 7, 2009
-- A 30-year-old man will stand trial on charges he recorded men on his cell phone while they were using public restrooms at Wal-Mart stores and a college campus. State police say Christopher Marsh, of Blairsville, did that 42 times from September to November at stores in Unity Township, Westmoreland County, and Burrell Township, Indiana County. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
New Walmart market opens in Greenacres this morning at 8 Jan 7, 2009
GREENACRES Wal-Mart Stores Inc. (NYSE: WMT, $56. 02) opens a Neighborhood Market store in Greenacres Wednesday at 8 a.m.. (The Palm Beach Post)
Simmering food trends could boil over this year Jan 7, 2009
The "buy-local" movement went mainstream last year, with Wal-Mart pledging to buy $400 million in fruits and vegetables grown within the same states as its stores ... This trend is going mainstream: Wal-Mart states it will fully switch to certified fisheries by 2011. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Labor: Union Revival Act Jan 7, 2009
Should card check be passed and signed, organized labor, using the new law like a nightstick, would aim directly at the low-price nonunion retailers that save consumers millions like Wal-Mart. Should those companies become unionized, prices would be forced up so management could afford the inevitably expanded payrolls. (Investors Business Daily)
A month-by-month look at the past year (1) Jan 7, 2009
The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission recommended denial of a B-2 highway commercial zoning designation for a 64-acre tract of land adjacent to the Wal-Mart on South Main Street. Kendall County commissioners approved a disaster proclamation banning all outdoor burning and the use of fireworks during the Fourth of July holiday. (Boerne Star, TX)
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. Names Anna Last Editor of 'Everyday Food' Jan 7, 2009
In addition to its media properties, MSLO offers high-quality Martha Stewart products through licensing agreements with carefully selected companies, including the Martha Stewart Collection exclusively at Macy's, Martha Stewart Everyday at Kmart, Martha Stewart Crafts with EK Success at Wal-Mart, Michaels and independent retailers, Martha Stewart for 1-800-Flowers. com and a co-branded food line with Costco. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Guns: More people loading and packing Jan 7, 2009
Colston said people point to stores that once sold guns like Wal-Mart as examples that more stringent gun laws are coming. The reason Wal-Mart stopped selling weapons, he said, is because they made mistakes on the paperwork. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Why Smart Consumers Are Buying American Jan 7, 2009
In the 90s, Wal-Mart boasted, "We buy American, whenever we can" to emphasize that cheap big-box stores weren't hurting the American work force. Ultimately, it was. (Slate)
What were they thinking? Jan 7, 2009
Our City Council approved a new Wal-Mart location in opposition to the Planning Commission decision. Did they take into consideration our worsening economy, a decline in consumer spending, the prediction that our economy will continue the downward spiral for at least another year and the questions raised by the Planning Commission that Wal-Mart would not address ... " But Kohl's is set to move right in and occupy that space. Perhaps there should have been a meeting held to discuss the audacity... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Another vote against the Supercenter Jan 7, 2009
I wanted to write and let you know I am definitely against the Wal-Mart Supercenter being here in Lodi ... Wal-Mart exists because of its business model that has people choosing it over other stores similar to it ... Wal-Mart exists because of its business model that has people choosing it over other stores similar to it. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Regional Roundup Jan 7, 2009
Hood said he is mainly using the site for important or interesting events, like power outages or the Wal-Mart vote at the last council meeting. "I try not to harass people with too much stuff, like what I'm having for lunch," Hood said. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Lodi's top stories in 2008 ranged from a dangerous surge in text messaging to a dancing mascot's questionable gestures Jan 7, 2009
"The more we pay city employees, the more they will have to spend at local businesses." When one city worker was asked what she will do with the money, the 20-year veteran replied: "Simple. I'm going to spend it at the Wal-Mart Supercenter in Stockton.". Junior college plans bite the dust: It appears that our city will not be home to a new community college. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Best Buy to sell used iPhones Jan 7, 2009
Last week, discount giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc. began selling the iPhone the first big retailer other than Best Buy to do so. Wal-Mart s iPhones start at $197 for new models. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Areas first baby in 2009 (772) Jan 7, 2009
25 gift card from Wal-Mart. children s book from Gaylord Obstetrics & Gynecology. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Business Briefs Jan 7, 2009
Wal-Mart and Netflix were accused of conspir ing to create a monopoly for online video rentals in a consumer lawsuit claiming the alleged col lusion drove up prices. The companies entered an agreement in 2005 under which Wal- Mart closed its online rental business and referred customers to Netflix, which would promote Wal-Mart's DVD movie sales, according to a complaint filed in federal court in San Francisco. (New York Post -- Business)
Amber Alexa Valenzuela rings in 2009 Jan 7, 2009
Among those who contributed were Alex Barber Shop, Annais Flowers and Party Supplies, Alpha Portrait Studio, Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital, Aristo Care Home Health Care, Burger King, Bella Mia Ristorante, Croppers Auto Center, Garretts IGA Supermarket, Holiday Inn Express, Fastrip Food Stores, Avatar Homes ico Properties, Santa Cruz County Attorney George Silva, Clerk of the Superior Court Juan Pablo Guzman, JC Penney store, Mariposa Community Health Center, Pat Beck Dodge, State Farm... (Nogales International, AZ)
Three Kings arrive early Jan 7, 2009
Among many others, Pullen credited fireman Juan Ceballos and the Nogales Firefighters Association, the Korean Merchants and Wal-Mart. Ceballos team gathered more than 5,000 toys. (Nogales International, AZ)
After Bryan Foods closing, West Point officials opt for fewer eggs in more baskets Jan 6, 2009
Other economic increases made in the past year include the opening of the city s Super Wal-Mart and the opening of a CVB Pharmacy and the announcement of a new Hampton Inn coming to the area. These additions to the city keep Ross hopeful for the future. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
US opens world's largest foreign mission in Iraq Jan 6, 2009
Baghdad - Just inside the gateway of the new United States Embassy in Baghdad, a US Army lieutenant colonel acted as the diplomatic equivalent of a Wal-Mart greeter, welcoming guests Monday afternoon to the dedication ceremony for the largest and most expensive American mission in the world. But even if visitors missed the significance of such a high-ranking doorman, more than 300 feet of red carpet and several hundred Iraqi, American, and other international guests hammered home just... (Christian Science Monitor -- USA)
Locals travel on hurricane relief mission to Gulf Coast Jan 6, 2009
Meyersdale Area Ambulance Association sent an ambulance and four crew members to Louisiana on Aug. 29 as Hurricane Gustav threatened the Gulf Coast. Gustav was downgraded from a Category 3 to a Category 1 hurricane after crews arrived. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
New Method Releases Single "A Safe ... Jan 6, 2009
Old School, the band s second full-length album also will be available at all Wal-Mart stores and at later this month and coincides with the national release of A Safe Distance. This is New Method s second national single from the album, the first being All About the Love. (Suite101.com)
Writer was simply crying wolf Jan 6, 2009
In the same paper, the editorial about the choice of Hilda Solis to be Secretary of Labor and her AFL-CIO backing makes a lot more sense to me than, for instance, if her backing had come from Wal-Mart. I would expect the Secretary of Labor to be a real advocate for the working folks. (Porterville Recorder, CA)
Best Buy offers used iPhones at lower price Jan 6, 2009
The sale of used iPhones comes as Best Buy, the top chain, seeks ways to fend off increased competition from discounters such as Wal-Mart Stores Inc, which began selling the popular phone late last month. Wal-Mart sells a new 8-gigabyte iPhone 3G for $197 and $297 for the 16-gigabyte model. (Scientific American)
More of this story Jan 6, 2009
Riley said she recognized as the 2006 Hamburg School District teacher of the year, 2006 Wal-Mart teacher of the year, Fox News and KTVE 10 educator of the week and was the first runner up for Arkansas teacher of the year. Christie Rice. (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Popular photo frames carry risk of infection Jan 6, 2009
5-inch frame sold by Wal-Mart ... After being contacted by The Chronicle, a Wal-Mart spokeswoman said the company would remove the Mercury frames from its Web site ... In 2007, Sam's Club - owned by Wal-Mart - also sold infected frames over the holidays, according to customers who bought them, as did Best Buy, Target and Costco. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Credit crunch prompts a comeback for layaway Jan 6, 2009
Stewart usually shops at the Wal-Mart store near her home in north Minneapolis, but said she trekked across town to Kmart because Wal-Mart no longer offers the service ... Wal-Mart Stores Inc. discontinued the bulk of its service in 2006 because it was deemed too costly, though it still offers layaway for fine jewelry ... Wal-Mart won't resurrect the service for the holidays, in order to keep prices "as low as they can go," spokeswoman Ashley Hardie said in a prepared statement. (Montana Standard, MT)
What's the Buzz online? Jan 6, 2009
mttrailboss wrote on Jan 4, 2009 1:29 PM:" I hope, there is some post-christmas sales (big-time) in Butte.., (during the week of January 4th through Saturday, January 10th.., (i.e., Wal-Mart, K-Mart, J. C. Penny, Herburger's and other stores..). Or there.., there will be 'no' Christmas sales in Butte, Montana. Let's have a smart/discount sale in January, 2009. A little 'profit' is better than nothing. ". TOP JOBS. (Montana Standard, MT)
Looking back at famous Jan 6, 2009
Everyone knew about their super-secret nuptials ("75 boxes of cream- colored orchids! screamed Us Weekly). But Jayonce, whose 162 million fortune makes them Forbes mag's richest couple of the year, only recently fessed up.Mariah "Call me Mimi" Carey and Nick Cannon were so spontaneous about their April 30 wedding in the Bahamas, Nick's mum never knew about it. Those wild and crazy kids have tattooed each other's names hers across his upper back, his on the small of hers.And who says you can't... (Montana Standard, MT)
Police seek 2 men they say stole purse, used credit cards Jan 6, 2009
QUEENSBURY State Police are looking for two men suspected of stealing a woman's purse and using her credit cards to shop at Wal-Mart. Photos taken by a surveillance camera at the entrance to the store show two men carrying bags, at approximately 4 p.m. The men also used the cards at the other stores in the Mount Royal Plaza, off Route 9 in Queensbury, according to police. (Albany Times Union)
Your Biggest Mistake in 2008 Jan 6, 2009
Wal-Mart (NYSE: WMT) and McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) were the Dow's only gainers in 2008, and many hope that they'll continue to provide shelter in a recession. But when the economy turns, will they fall just as quickly. (MSNBC -- Business)
Netflix Imitators Are Everywhere Jan 6, 2009
While Netflix and Wal-Mart are currently battling for customers in the mainstream DVD business, and Blockbuster is planning to offer a similar rent-by-mail service, dozens of upstart companies are handling media that Netflix doesn't touch: books, games and that old e-commerce standby, pornography. Google's video-game rental directory lists nearly a dozen competitors to GameFly. (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Burger King's fragrance could start new trend Jan 6, 2009
Besides, Celine Dion and David Beckham sell their cheap smell'um at Wal-Mart so why not the ubiquitous and somewhat pervy Burger King. Besides, "Flame" is a lot easier to say than "Acqua Di Gio Pour Homme," am I right. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
* Analysts predict global corporate profits will drop Jan 6, 2009
BARGAIN-HUNTERS: While most predicted a miserable economic year, some said Wal-Mart would do well as penny-pinching buyers try to save money BLOOMBERG Tuesday, Jan 06, 2009, Page 10 ... Wal-Mart Stores Inc, the largest retailer, may report a 6 percent profit increase this year by offering lower prices to consumers seeking bargains, estimates said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
HUFFING: WAL-MART Jan 6, 2009
The Gillette News-Record: Blotter. Monday, January 05, 2009. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Fourth bank begins foreclosure against Hamilton (4217) Jan 6, 2009
At one time, that property was slated to hold a retail area, including a Wal-Mart. According to court documents, Dacotah Bank has a lien against one of the Tower Ridge properties for a 2006 mortgage. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Generic drug prices falling in US Jan 6, 2009
Meanwhile, in May 2006 discounter Kmart started the trend with 90-day supplies of popular drugs for $15, followed by $4-per-month programs from Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and Target Corp. The idea was to pass on their savings from buying in large volume as a strategy to draw more shoppers into their stores ... 6 percent over the prior year, according to IMS. The $70 billion total does not include sales at Wal-Mart, which does not disclose such data. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Drug price controls may shorten lives: report Jan 6, 2009
Reuters A customer shops for over-the-counter medicine at a Wal-Mart Supercenter in Rogers, Arkansas June 5. CHICAGO (Reuters) Imposing European-style price controls on prescription drugs in the United States would result in modest cost savings that would be more than offset by shortened life spans as the pace of drug innovation slows, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Retailers mark their territory with tussles over market turf Jan 6, 2009
For instance, Wal-Mart typically doesn t allow a Dollar Tree store larger than 10,000 square feet in the same shopping center without its permission, Aeillo said. That always was a point of a contention. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
> American Beverage Corp. offers variety with cocktail mixes, Hawaiian Punch Jan 6, 2009
We sell, annually, about 700 million units (of Hugs), and Wal-Mart buys around 8 million cases a year, Beranek said. The volume s huge, but the revenue from Hugs doesn t challenge Daily s core cocktails. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Man Spots His Stolen Car In Rear View Mirror Jan 6, 2009
The man told Folsom police that he lost sight of the car after crossing the Rainbow Bridge, but then later saw it in a Wal-Mart parking lot on Riley Street. Officers and a plain-clothes detective waited nearby as James William Brannen, 43, got into the car and started to drive away. (KCRA 3, CA)
Georgia Law Chills Latino Home-Buying Market Jan 6, 2009
She also sends her assistants to Wal-Mart to hand out fliers before she hosts open houses. I m practically pushing people into looking at houses now, she said. (Yahoo News -- Latinos & Hispanics)
Sellers strain to hang on Jan 6, 2009
Swap meet regular Haunani Kalauawa of Wai'anae was able to get a wireless headset for her cell phone for $25 less than she would have paid at Wal-Mart, she said. The 34-year-old said she often finds deals at the meet on everything from baby clothes to jewelry. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Read all 'Macworld 2009' posts in The Download Blog Jan 6, 2009
But tax software in a box isn't disappearing from the aisles of Wal-Mart anytime soon. Many users still prefer the seeming security of storing private data on a local hard drive rather than a vendor's servers. (CNET News)
