OMS student wins the title of state show.

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OSKALOOSA — Ally Goodman is a seventh grader at Oskaloosa Middle School who keeps busy showing dairy cows, sheep and rabbits. She’s also an up-and-coming pageant winner, who recently brought

Online shoppers avoid sponsored product advertisements.

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A UCR-led study finds that online consumers view sponsored product listings with suspicion when they shop on major platforms, such as Amazon and eBay. Shoppers often prefer to click on what are called “organic” listings that appear high in their product search results but are not sponsored.

Just Google it

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idea for when you don’t have the original booklet that came with your appliance is to just Google it. The same goes for whenever you have something that needs fixing — just Google it. Our furnace wouldn’t come on during the dead of winter, but I Googled the brand model and problem. I found instructions […]

Kids from UAPB research worldwide in East Africa.

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Students and faculty of the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Department of Human Sciences conducted a study abroad program in the East African country of Kenya. The program focused on community service and experiential learning.

Expenses in alleged assault and robbery involve five men.

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CLEARFIELD — Five Clearfield County men face charges after a man was assaulted, robbed and left naked during an Oct. 6 incident at a Powell Avenue residence in Hyde. The five — Bradley Alan Maines, 47, Woodland; Paul Harold Hoyt, 34, Curwensville; John Irwin, 40, DuBois; Jason Roy Sipe, 43, Hyde; and Taylor James Wisor, […]

By DeNae Thompson

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Jan. 18, 1941-Nov. 23, 2023 Minot DeNae Annette (Christianson) Thompson passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 23rd, 2023, in her home in Minot, ND, at the age of 82. DeNae was born in Kenmare, ND, on January 18th, 1941, to Roy and Edith (Johnson) Christianson. DeNae was one of eight siblings and grew […]

Thanksgiving Meal Is Made Possible for Many by Ideal Provisions Users

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WHEELING — Ideal Provisions’ smoker rolled day and night this week to provide over 300 Thanksgiving meals for those in need across the Ohio Valley. Setting up their tent at Heritage Port on Tuesday afternoon, the food truck’s owner and volunteers were ready to serve the line of over 20 people who braved the rain […]

International music brands strike the Harajuku area of Japan.

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Tokyo’s Harajuku district is increasingly in tune with major music brands.
U.S. company Fender Musical Instruments Corp. opened a flagship store in Harajuku in June, followed by instrument maker Roland Corp. and record company Universal Music, both of which established directly managed stores in the area in October.

To entice anxious customers, suppliers offer larger Black Friday discounts.

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NEW YORK (AP) — Shoppers venturing out to malls and stores on Black Friday found perks from champagne to virtual reality experiences and old-fashioned doorbusters, as retailers tried to entice customers who are resisting splurges and impulse buying this year. Consumers are under pressure as their savings dwindle and their credit card debt grows. Inflation […]

Why is fast fashion therefore contentious, and what is it?

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By Amaya McDonald and Taylor Nicioli, CNN (CNN) — To keep up with the ever-changing trends propagated by runway shows, influencers and frenetic social media fads, fashion connoisseurs and avid clothing shoppers can be quick to turn to the most convenient — and budget-conscious — options out there. Often, that’s “fast fashion” offerings, from e-tailers

These Are the Clothing Brands With the Best Selling Value: Test Your Bedroom

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You’re ready to update your wardrobe, but first, you need to make room for new pieces. Reselling clothes can allow you to earn extra cash, but all items don’t have equal value. See: What To Do If You Owe Back Taxes to the IRS Knowing what specific resale clothes are in demand can increase your earnings potential. This can also save you time, as you may opt to donate items that don’t have a high resale value instead of wasting time creating a listing. ThredUp’s 2023 Resale Report provides selling insights on items currently in demand. Keep reading to find out which items in your closet can bring in the most money. What Are the Best Places To Resell Clothes? There has never been a better time to sell clothes online. The global secondhand market is expected to nearly double by 2027, reaching $350 billion, according to the ThredUp report. Given this number, it isn’t a surprise that brands are starting to get into the market. The number of retailers with branded resale shops more than…

Holiday purchasing discounts in and around Meriden

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Holiday shopping deals in and around Meriden-
With the upcoming holidays, food is always a major priority on the list, but a good place to find great gifts for others and yourself is at the top of that list as well. These stores in the area have you covered.The Meriden Mall: 480 Lewis Ave.,…