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One Direction Store to Open in the Mall of America

Laura Peterson — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:31:09 +0000

One Direction fans will soon have a place to shop for the the British boy band’s Twin Cities tour stop this summer, according to the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Cue the screaming girls (and Taylor Swift.) The Mall of America has unveiled plans to open the pop-up store “1D World,” which will only sell One [...]

Tony Hart and Family Celebrate Small Business Saturday by Making a Custom Plate

Tony Hart — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 23:04:53 +0000

Black Friday has been traditionally when big retailers like Target or Best Buy get attention for insane crowds and amazing sales and often lost in the craziness of all that is the small, local store owned and operated by people right here in the Twin Ports, that's why a new trend is starting to get a lot of attention, Small Business Saturday, a day dedicated to supporting them during the Christmas shopping season, and that's just what my family did.

Local Police Warn Shoppers and Store Employees of Black Friday and Holiday Shopping Dangers

Nick Cooper — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 18:16:45 +0000

As the busiest shopping time of the year approaches criminals are getting ready to take advantage of unwitting shoppers and stores. Learn how to protect yourself, whether you are a business owner, store employee, or shopper. In a warning that applies everywhere, the Superior Police are warning businesses to be on the lookout shoplifters and for [...]

Tips for Surviving Black Friday

Jeanne Ryan — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 20:11:44 +0000

It may seem early to start planning for the biggest shopping Holiday of the year, but for some this is serious business. If you have ever caught a glimpse of the show Extreme Couponing then you know that some folks are addicted to a bargain and saving money. Now throw in holiday shopping, and it [...]

Black Friday Sales–Are You Really Getting a Great Deal?

Laura Peterson — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 15:19:50 +0000

I hate crowds. I'm slightly claustrophobic. But I love to save money. And I love getting gifts for others. So that's why I have transformed from a Black Friday-phobe into a Black Friday shopper. I've only gone a few years now, but it's a nice tradition my friend and I have started. We search out the stuff we want, coordinate a plan, and head out at midnight. But are we really saving money by shopping on Black Friday? Well if you're one of the shoppers who camp out all night before Black Friday in hopes of nabbing a huge deal when the doors swing open, experts say you've been duped!

QVC Host Continues to Plug Product as Co-host Faints Live on the Air [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 19:04:39 +0000

For those of you that are fans of the home shopping channel QVC, you may not be to pleased to know a guest co-host fainted live on the air, as the show host keeps plugging away the product. The person you hear chuckling in the back round is obviously the person filming this off his [...]

The Top 15 Toys for the Upcoming Holiday Season: The New Wii, One Direction Dolls and … Furby Again?

Ben Worcester — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 19:09:42 +0000

We know, we know—it's only September. When it comes to toys, though, it's never too early to start thinking about the holiday season, especially for retailers. It is big business. Huge business. The buying frenzy of the holidays can comprise 40 percent of the total annual profit for a toy store. With this in mind, Toys R Us has released their 2012 Holiday Hot Toy List to get a head start on the hottest items this year.

So what's on it this year?

Shopping Mall Karaoke Finds AMAZING Singer! [VIDEO]

Laura Peterson — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 19:36:17 +0000

A karaoke machine is set up in a mall for shoppers to try it out. This girl steps up to sing her version of Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You” and KILLS it! She is Amazing. Incredible! There are no words! From a little research, I found that she is from the Philippines [...]

Back To School Shopping With A Twist, Cue The Pranks [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 18:28:12 +0000

When I was a kid I was always excited about getting my new school supplies and clothes for the new year, but now as a parent, not so much. Unless, I ran into these guys. They take unsuspecting shoppers and ask them ridiculous questions about obviously made up supplies. The best is the people [...]

An Aisle In The Grocery Store Just For Guys, Isn't That Special

Jeanne Ryan — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 17:54:05 +0000

A Grocery store in New York is taking notice that more and more men are grocery shopping and they are quick to reward them for their efforts. They have set up an entire aisle appealing to all things most guys like, beer, cereal. chips etc. Ahhhh one stop shopping for the dudes. Of course if [...]

Teeny Tiny Shopper Becomes Internet Sensation

Georgia Krell — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 15:32:14 +0000

Overnight this YouTube clip has become a viral sensation, and it’s easy to see why people all over the world are cooing over this hilariously cute kid. From start to finish this little girl (or guy? Who cares?! It’s so cute!) has us doubling up over her very mature shopping skills. ‘Ooh La La’ by The [...]

Many Americans Have Started Christmas Shopping, Have You?

Laura Peterson — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 20:49:29 +0000

Even though Black Friday is still four months away, new research shows a number of shoppers are well into their Christmas shopping. I’ve already started collecting a few gifts for family. Based on the survey: • 13 percent of Americans have already started shopping for the holidays. • 17 percent plan to take advantage of [...]

4 Tips for Successful Mother's Day Shopping

Tony Hart — Wed, 09 May 2012 12:00:09 +0000

The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota sees a lot of scams that are centered around holiday shopping, including Mother's Day. According to the BBB there were 96,000 searches for trustworthy florists on the organizations website.

I certainly wouldn't want you to fall victim to any scam trying to make mom happy on Sunday, so follow these simple tips for a headache free Mother's Day.

Talking With Your Mouthful when Out Shopping [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 19:41:12 +0000

God bless the very patient people in this video who remain helpful while having crackers spit on them while he is talking O.M.G. I would lose it, that is so gross. I am a huge stickler for customer service, and I hate feeling like I am being brushed off at a business. Can you even [...]

Robotic Grocery Store Hits University in Ohio

Laura Peterson — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:47:08 +0000

Imagine a grocery store without checkout lanes, cashiers, or shopping carts. Grocer Kroger already has. Last month, they opened a robotic grocery kiosk in Ada, Ohio. There are a few others set up on college campuses around the country. The idea comes from Shop24, and may be coming to a vacant space near you! According [...]

For The Lazy Gift Wrapper, New 3D Wrapping Paper

Tony Hart — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:49:10 +0000

If you’re like me, you hate wrapping gifts. The cutting of the paper, the tape, the bows, it’s all just to much for me. This new product may save us some time with the whole process by having the bow printed directly on the paper, in 3D! The bow appears to be tied on the [...]

What Did President Barack Obama Buy on His Holiday Shopping Trip? [PHOTOS]

Nick Romano — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:17:20 +0000

Now here’s some fun holiday news. President Barack Obama shops at Best Buy and PetSmart… just like us! And what, pray tell, was our nation’s leader shopping for? Why, Christmas gifts for the family, of course. Along his route, Obama picked up ‘Just Dance 3′ for Nintendo Wii, a ‘Sims’ game and iTunes gift cards [...]

Dancing With An iPod in Public-Christmas Edition [VIDEO]

Laura Peterson — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:31:08 +0000

I love this guy. What a great idea--spread Christmas Cheer by dancing through the mall. I would love to be a bystander to an epic event like this.

I think we should get Tony in a Christmas sweater and have him reenact this video

Funny Fake-List Shopping Prank [VIDEO]

Laura Peterson — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 18:44:38 +0000

I laughed so hard, I had tears. I totally want to do this, but I'd never be able to do it without breaking into hysterics. Or feeling way too guilty.

5 Things You Shouldn't Buy on Black Friday

Shauna Wright — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:16:00 +0000

Savvy buyers know Black Friday can be one of the best days of the year to find terrific bargains, but not all items are such great deals. In order to better your experience on that infamous shopping day, here are some things you may want to avoid purchasing, along with when you may be able to score the best deals on them.