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Monthly Archives: May 2020
Costco plans to bring back free samples after suspending the snacks due to coronavirus pandemic
Posted on May 29, 2020 — Kelly Tyko USA TODAYCostco plans to start bringing back its legendary free samples next month with some changes.The retailer suspended its popular samples in its wholesale clubs in early March over safety concerns with the spread of the […]
PHOTOS: Just for Kids is back
Posted on May 28, 2020 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY — Somethin’s Cookin’ owner Hannelore Holland hosted a Just for Kids cooking class May 23, when children prepared dough to make pizzas, braided bread and cinnamon rolls.The next children’s class is June 13; class size is very limited. … (Read More)
PHOTOS: Just for Kids is back
Posted on May 28, 2020 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY — Somethin’s Cookin’ owner Hannelore Holland hosted a Just for Kids cooking class May 23, when children prepared dough to make pizzas, braided bread and cinnamon rolls.The next children’s class is June 13; class size is very limited. … (Read More)
Rebuilding America: Editorial: We have to reopen, rebuild Florida together
Posted on May 28, 2020 — By The Palm Beach Post Editorial BoardReopening and rebuilding Florida’s economy successfully will take a return to all of us believing we’re in this together.
Tuesday Morning retailer files Chapter 11 bankruptcy, plans 230 store closings
Posted on May 27, 2020 — Nathan Bomey USA TODAYOff-price retailer Tuesday Morning filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Wednesday with plans to close more than a third of its stores.Tuesday Morning had been struggling when the coronavirus pandemic began and went into a free fall when it was … (Read More)
WonderWorks to reopen Friday
Posted on May 27, 2020 — NEWS HERALD STAFF REPORTNew health, safety measures in effect.
Just for Kids is back
Posted on May 23, 2020 — JAN WADDYPANAMA CITY — Somethin’s Cookin’ owner Hannelore Holland hosted a Just for Kids cooking class May 23, when children prepared dough to make pizzas, braided bread and cinnamon rolls.The next children’s class is June 18; class size is very limited. … (Read More)
Is the stock market open on Memorial Day?
Posted on May 22, 2020 — Jessica Menton USA TODAYU.S. financial markets will be closed May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.The New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq will resume normal trading hours Tuesday. The NYSE is scheduled to reopen its trading floor to some brokers Tuesday after it went fully … (Read More)
Reopening restaurant owners call Kentucky’s ban on table linens ‘wasteful’
Posted on May 22, 2020 — Alfred Miller Louisville Courier JournalWith Kentucky restaurants preparing to reopen their dining rooms at limited capacity on Friday, one staple of the fine dining experience will be notably absent — tablecloths and cloth napkins.The state’s new requirements for restaurants, which can open at one-third … (Read More)
The 5 best cocktail mixers to help you celebrate Memorial Day
Posted on May 22, 2020 — The News HeraldWhether you celebrate the holiday at home or responsibly social distancing, these cocktail mixers deserve a spot on your bar come Memorial Day and afterward.
COVID-19 dining out: Restaurants take to the streets to create socially distanced dining rooms as nation reopens
Posted on May 21, 2020 — Jessica Guynn USA TODAYIn the historic downtown district of Warrenton, Virginia, last weekend, American flags floated on a balmy breeze above outdoor tables spilling out onto the sidewalk and into the street.Restaurants in this part of the state were allowed to reopen outdoor … (Read More)
Coronavirus store closings: Pier 1 Imports to shutter all stores nationwide in bankruptcy
Posted on May 20, 2020 — Kelly Tyko USA TODAYPier 1 Imports, which previously said it would close half of its fleet of stores, now plans to close all of its locations.The retailer, based in Fort Worth, Texas, announced in a news release Tuesday that it was seeking […]
Splash down at Shipwreck Island
Posted on May 20, 2020 — TONY SIMMONSWater park reopens with season passes on sale
Walmart sales increase 10% as online buying grew 74% during coronavirus pandemic
Posted on May 19, 2020 — Kelly Tyko USA TODAYWhile the coronavirus pandemic has accelerated bankruptcies for department stores like J.C. Penney, Walmart saw its revenue grow by $10.7 billion.The retailer reported its first quarter earnings Tuesday, […]
Bootleg barbershops and hair salons thrive as coronavirus stay at home orders persist in some states
Posted on May 19, 2020 — Josh Peter USA TODAYCarmelle Harris saw the man standing at the open front door of her house. “Are you here for the haircut?’’ she asked.He was, and so Harris, wearing an N95 face mask, handed sanitary wipes to the man, and led him to the … (Read More)
Free Krispy Kreme doughnuts for graduates Tuesday. High school, college seniors just need to wear their caps and gowns.
Posted on May 19, 2020 — Coral Murphy USA TODAYHigh school and college seniors still have a chance to wear their cap and gown to celebrate their milestone, and with a sweet bonus.Krispy Kreme announced its 2020 Graduate Dozen promotion, which includes a box of a dozen doughnuts for free. … (Read More)
J.C. Penney says it plans to close nearly 29% of stores – or 242 locations – as part of its bankruptcy
Posted on May 18, 2020 — Kelly Tyko USA TODAYDays after filing for bankruptcy, J.C. Penney says it plans to close more than a fourth of its stores. According to a document filed with the Securities and Exchanges Commission on Monday, approximately 29% of the retailer’s 846 stores, or 242 locations, will … (Read More)
Pole dancing and hand sanitizer: Wyoming strip club reopens with ‘masks on, clothes off’ party
Posted on May 18, 2020 — Trevor Hughes USA TODAYCHEYENNE, Wyo. – Cleo counts out crumpled dollars, straightening the bills as she stacks them neatly on her bare leg.”Twenty-two dollars,” the 23-year-old exclaims. “Not too bad!”All around her, more than a dozen nearly naked women are dancing on the … (Read More)
Long wait at the DMV: Car owners face delays registering vehicles or signing titles as offices close or scale back due to COVID-19
Posted on May 15, 2020 — Nathan Bomey USA TODAYTrying to buy or sell a car on your own has become tough for many Americans during the coronavirus pandemic.The reason: The pandemic has forced Departments of Motor Vehicles and similar offices to close or reduce their capacity in many … (Read More)
Coronavirus Florida: Publix is expanding its hours
Posted on May 14, 2020 — The News HeraldPublix announced new hours of 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. beginning Saturday, and the resumption of normal pharmacy operations. Reserved shopping hours for seniors will be discontinued.
Jeff Bezos could become world’s first trillionaire, and many people aren’t happy about it
Posted on May 14, 2020 — Brett Molina USA TODAYWe already have trillion dollar companies. How soon before we have our first trillionaire?According to Comparisun, a company which allows small- to medium-sized firms to compare different business products, the world’s first trillionaire will likely be Amazon founder and CEO … (Read More)
Gulf Coast Jam announces full lineup
Posted on May 14, 2020 — JAN WADDY20 top acts join Luke Bryan, Brad Paisley, Lynyrd Skynyrd
Tesla plans to restart electric car production at California plant after coronavirus shutdown
Posted on May 12, 2020 — Nathan Bomey USA TODAYTesla is reportedly planning to restart production Friday at its plant in Fremont, California, after the state’s governor authorized manufacturing to resume following a shutdown due to the coronavirus.Tesla CEO Elon Musk told workers in an email Thursday that “I will … (Read More)
Incoming Florida Senate President: Special Legislative Session Unnecessary
Posted on May 11, 2020 — Steven Walker Fresh Take FloridaThe incoming president of Florida’s Senate is pushing back on the idea of recalling the Legislature to the Capitol for a special session.
Coronavirus Florida: Cruise lines plan restart, but CDC has not lifted no-sail order
Posted on May 11, 2020 — The News HeraldFinancially-struggling cruise lines are offering up freebies, relaxing cancellation policies.
IT’S GEEK TO ME: Services available to determine URL safety
Posted on May 8, 2020 — Jeff Werner Gannett Florida ColumnistIs that suspicious web address a scam, or is his brother-in-law playing a joke on him? The Geek finds out.
5 reasons why you shouldn’t freak out about 20.5M job losses
Posted on May 8, 2020 — Jessica Menton USA TODAYEven with the economy freezing up and layoffs surging, there are hopeful signs for recovery following this sudden collapse in American commerce caused by COVID-19.Stocks posted their best month since 1987 in April, with the Standard & Poor’s 500 cutting its 33% … (Read More)
Can these 13 retailers survive coronavirus? Permanent store closings, bankruptcies coming
Posted on May 8, 2020 — Nathan Bomey USA TODAYRetailers that were already struggling before the coronavirus pandemic started are beginning to crumble.Fashion chain J. Crew Group and luxury department store retailer Neiman Marcus Group filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the first week of May as they … (Read More)
Make connections on Mother’s Day
Posted on May 7, 2020 — JAN WADDYLocal eateries serving dine-in, to-go specials