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NICEVILLE — Skye-Nohea Mizner was barely 3 when her mother realized something was wrong.During swimming class in a noisy pool, Marie-Fleur Mizner said, her daughter wasn’t responding correctly to the teacher’s instructions. Afterward, she cried and said she didn’t want … (Read More)
The U.S. Department of Commerce previously announced its plans to end its tomato trade agreement with Mexico last May. But, according to a new analysis, this move could lead to a price increase and reduced supply of tomatoes.The trade agreement … (Read More)
The nation’s largest bank was accused of “poor shaming” after a tweet that was meant to be motivational spectacularly backfired Monday.Chase Bank’s social media team sent out a tweet encouraging customers to cut expenses in order to save money, Chicago … (Read More)
SHALIMAR — Eastern Shipbuilding was cleared for a $20 million shot in the arm today from Triumph Gulf Coast, Inc., when the board approved moving the company’s proposal forward to help with improvements needed at its Nelson Street facility for … (Read More)
Dear Dave,I’ve started following your plan, and I’ve got a beginner emergency fund of $1,000 saved. Now that I’m ready to start paying off debt in Baby Step 2, do you recommend paying off credit card balances before or after … (Read More)
Starbucks has installed needle-disposal boxes in its bathrooms in at least 25 U.S. markets over the past few months, reports Business Insider. The international coffee chain has further plans to install the boxes in more franchises across the country this … (Read More)
“Worried, you betcha ya’ …Discouraged, I don’t know;Every time I see a 1040 …Out of my pocket it goes.”“1040 Blues” as performed by Robert Cray Was your recent tax bill dramatically different than what you expected?If so, there are several things … (Read More)
Two more retailers have announced plans to close stores this year.CNN reports Bed Bath & Beyond will shutter 40 locations, while as many as 145 Pier 1 stores could soon go dark, according to TV station WGAL.They join a growing … (Read More)
These owners hope to get referrals, build a portfolio or get photos and testimonials for their websites. Instead, they wind up with a lot of grief and regrets.
Fred’s, a discount chain with locations across the southeastern U.S., said Thursday it will close 159 stores in 13 states.That’s nearly a third of all Fred’s stores.The Memphis, Tenn.-based retailer also announced it would immediately begin clearance sales at another 360 stores … (Read More)
Amazon wants you to know it has lowered prices again at its Whole Foods Market stores.The online retailer last week announced plans to cut prices and began displaying bright orange signs at Whole Foods promising “Same high standards, new lower … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Bay Medical Sacred Heart wants to hire 300 employees starting this year, replacing about half of the workers the hospital laid off in February.Heath Evans, president of Bay Medical, said the plan is to hire 300 people as … (Read More)
Target isn’t the only private-sector employer raising wages.Bank of America, the nation’s second-largest bank, said Tuesday that it will incrementally boost its minimum wage to $20 per hour over the next two years. The first bump will come in May, … (Read More)
Austin-based Bumble on Thursday announced the launch of Bumble Mag, a lifestyle magazine made in partnership with Hearst.The first edition of the magazine, which was made available nationwide Friday, features 100 pages of interviews, advice, product guides and more, the … (Read More)
If you notice workers at your local Target store have a little more spring in their step, there’s a good reason for it.The retailer announced Thursday that it will boost minimum wage for its employees to $13 per hour this year, … (Read More)
Watkins knew how much destruction the school sustained during Hurricane Michael, and felt that using Publix Serves Day would be a great way to give back to a school that does so much for the community.
Sites such as Amazon make it easy to buy just about anything with a single click.Add in some booze and many folks wind up buying things they don’t want or don’t need, waking up the next morning to find receipts … (Read More)
The tabloid Bild, one of Germany’s most popular papers, reported that Albert Reimann Sr. and Albert Reimann Jr., whose family backs JAB Holdings, had significant links to the Third Reich.
Your next McDonald’s meal might come with an unwanted side order of fecal bacteria.Metro, a newspaper in the United Kingdom, went to several of the restaurant’s locations and swabbed the touchscreens customers use to place their orders. Results showed that every … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — Mike Ross is disrupting the home building industry and he’s using a giant robot to do it.“There hasn’t been any real innovation in building and construction for 100 or more years. They basically take lumber, take nails, … (Read More)
Arkansas-based Tyson Foods is recalling more than 69,000 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken strips because they may be contaminated with pieces of metal.The U.S. Agriculture Department said Thursday the products were produced on Nov. 30, 2018, and have a best … (Read More)
All 170 LifeWay Christian Resources stores are set to close this year.The organization cited fewer customers and lower sales as a reason for shuttering the stores, though it will maintain online sales and services.LifeWay Christian Resources, based in Nashville and … (Read More)
Victoria’s Secret is back in the swim.The L Brands lingerie chain relaunched its swimwear line on Monday with more than 300 selections in its online store.For now, at least, swimwear will be available only online at VictoriasSecret.com and not in … (Read More)
PALM BEACH POST — At the Ed Morse empire of auto dealerships, testing for THC no longer is part of the hiring process.Ed Morse Automotive Group this month stopped screening for marijuana […]
PORT ST. JOE — The developer, designer and manufacturer of manned and unmanned aviation systems that established its first United States facility last fall in Gulf County has purchased Costin Airport in Port St. Joe for an undisclosed sum.The airport will … (Read More)
PANAMA CITY — One of the largest home developers in the country has purchased a large swath of land in northern Panama City with the intent to build homes.D. R. Horton has contracted with Bay Properties Inc. on a tract … (Read More)
Update: Monday, March 11 is the last day Payless Shoe Source stores will accept gift cards.The retailer is in the process of winding down its U.S. operations.Starting Tuesday, March 12, any cash value remaining on Payless gift cards will be … (Read More)
Family Dollar is the latest struggling retailer to announce plans to shutter stores.The discount chain, which has been owned by Dollar Tree since 2015, said this week it will close 390 locations in 2019.A list of the exact locations has … (Read More)
SPRINGFIELD — If you’re looking to replace a living room set for cheap, Casey Compton is your man.Compton, a Springfield resident, has set up a unique endeavor that’s a mix of business and community service. Compton salvages furniture from condos … (Read More)
WEST BAY — Despite its name, the Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport has had no international flights.News Herald reader H.D. Covert asked about the number of international flights through the Bay Asked, We Answered series: “As we approach the airport’s … (Read More)