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Do Unions 'Work' Anymore? Obama Campaign-Walmart 'strikes' and Political Influence

John McKay — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 22:00:31 +0000

Since the election of President Obama, and due to a number of national actions over the last few years, labor unions have been front page news almost daily. The question being asked frequently today is, do they still really deliver the 'goods' for their workers?

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Black Friday Tri-Cities-Good Luck Finding Parking Spot!

John McKay — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 21:45:19 +0000

We found out first-hand, Black Friday is crazy.

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What's the REAL Reason So Many Stores Now Have 'Black Thursday?'

John McKay — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 21:54:23 +0000

We kind of saw it creeping up on us last year, but this year it's in full force.

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Wal-Mart Fires Back At Strike Plans-Labor Union For Alleged Illegal Activities

John McKay — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 21:25:37 +0000

Just ahead of the busiest retail weekend of the year, Wal-Mart has a filed legal complaint against a union.

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Holiday Shopping Now Starts Before Black Friday or Cyber Monday — Dollars and Sense

Mike Adams — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:15:45 +0000

While some fanatical Black Friday and Cyber Monday shoppers are already at the gates waiting to assault the holiday-shopping season with their fearsome craving for stuff, some retail analysts say the gates are actually open now and the race is already in progress.

Thom Blischok, chief retail strategist for Booz and Company says, “Cyber Monday has begun, essentially. No question about it.”

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Wal-Mart Employees To Possibly 'Strike' On Black Friday-Will It Hit Northwest?

John McKay — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 23:51:04 +0000

Wal-Mart employees have organized into a loosely-joined union, and plan to protest around the busiest holiday time of the year.

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Walmart Pushes Black Friday Start Back to 8 p.m. Thanksgiving – Is That Too Early? [POLL]

John McKay — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 01:00:15 +0000

Remember when getting up at 5 or 6am to be in line by 7am Black Friday was considered "crazy?"

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Be a Part of These Upcoming Tri-City Americans Events!

John McKay — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 19:30:00 +0000

Your Tri-City Americans are celebrating their 25th year of hockey in the Mid-Columbia with some exciting events at upcoming games.

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More Black Friday Fallout-Riot In Victoria's Secret In Pittsburgh

John McKay — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 02:00:07 +0000

Apparently, the ladies can throw it down on Black Friday. KDKA tv and radio in Pittsburgh reporting fights broke out in the Victoria's Secret in Monroeville Mall.

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Black Friday Roundup – Survival Guides, Tips, Gift Ideas and More

Townsquare Media — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 02:00:30 +0000

Black Friday is one of the most stressful days of the year, and thanks to even earlier hours leaking into our Thanksgiving time, the stress will last more than a day. In order to make your whole experience a little less crazed, we've brought together the best of everything you need to know. How to make the most of the deals, what to look for, what not to look for — it's all right here.

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Is Black Friday Becoming….Black "Thursday…?"

John McKay — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 02:00:24 +0000

We have seen the evolution of Black Friday over the years...remember when stores opening at 6am the day after Thanksgiving was considered revolutionary? Get ready for more Black Thursday than ever before!

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