Deals of the Hour

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Deals of the Hour / November 21, 2010, 7:41 am

Crank up the deal machine

NEW YORK – Big deals are a big deal again. From Caterpillar to Chevron to Google, some of the best-known names in corporate America are scooping up smaller companies, finally putting the piles of cash they've been sitting on to use and positioning ... (Source: Fort Wayne Journal Gazette 2010-11-21T07:52:09Z)

Small Business Saturday pushed

A ll I want for Christmas is a few new customers. The focus over the next few weeks will be on the malls and the big-box retailers as shoppers flock to the big name stores hunting for holiday deals. What about the rest of us? The small shops with ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-11-21T14:25:51Z)

Jackson tops Machida; Penn blitzes Hughes at UFC 123

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Quinton "Rampage" Jackson looked stunned beat Lyoto Machida. B.J. Penn left no doubt against Matt Hughes. In the UFC's first card featuring four former champions, one main event ended quickly and the other marquee matchup went the ... (Source: CBS Sports 2010-11-21T09:25:13Z)

Credit card perks you might not know about

A sweater you buy for Christmas goes on sale for half price the next day. You might be able to get the difference back if you paid with a credit card. The fine print in cardholder agreements often includes a number of protections overlooked by shoppers ... (Source: Raleigh News & Observer 2010-11-21T06:54:53Z)

Only absentee ballots remain in South Texas recount

AUSTIN, TX -- A ballot recount in South Texas demanded by U.S. Rep. Solomon Ortiz is nearly complete, but he's still trailing Republican challenger Blake Farenthold. Only about 15,000 absentee and early ballots have yet to be re-tabulated in Cameron County ... (Source: KABC 2010-11-21T14:25:51Z)

Historic Delta Queen riverboat up for sale

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The historic Delta Queen riverboat, now a floating hotel docked in Tennessee, is up for sale, and a group of Delta-region leaders hopes it gets tugged back into service carrying tourists on the big rivers in the nation's midsection ... (Source: Picayune Item 2010-11-21T01:11:17Z)

Area stores trying to lure customers in before Black Friday with early holiday deals

They're leaving nothing to chance. Local store managers for large retail chains say that although Black Friday remains pivotal — as the symbolic kick-off of the holiday shopping season — they've also been enticing customers to avoid crowds and shop ... (Source: Abington Mariner 2010-11-21T12:02:41Z)

Delta Queen operators want to buy riverboat

CHATTANOOGA — The current operators of the historic Delta Queen have placed a bid to purchase the 83-year-old riverboat. Seattle-based Ambassadors International Inc. called for offers this week on the vessel, which currently stays docked on the Tennessee ... (Source: Nashville Tennessean 2010-11-21T01:47:05Z)

Stores opening on Thanksgiving Day

You better scarf down that turkey: Toys 'R' Us on Wednesday became the latest retailer to announce that it will open its doors on Thanksgiving Day. Stores have competed for years to offer the biggest deals at the most ungodly hours on Black Friday. First ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-17T10:55:51Z)

You don't have to wait until Black Friday this year. Several retailers will be open on Thanksgiving Day.

Looks as if Black Friday may be fading to gray. For decades, the Friday after Thanksgiving has been considered the traditional start of the holiday shopping season, with early morning door-busting deals. This year, Thanksgiving Thursday is stepping in to ... (Source: Indianapolis Star 2010-11-17T06:45:19Z)

Quinton 'Rampage' Jackson, B.J. Penn win at UFC 123

The UFC's first card featuring four former champions had one quick fight and another that went the distance. B.J. Penn beat Matt Hughes in just 21 seconds and Quinton "Rampage" Jackson won a split decision against Lyoto Machida at UFC 123 on Saturday night ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-21T07:37:50Z)

Small Business Saturday

Think small, not the mall. That's the message from American Express this holiday season. Earlier this week, the credit card company launched Small Business Saturday, (think Black Friday and Cyber Monday), a promotion designed to boost sales at local ... (Source: Hartford Courant (blog) 2010-11-09T21:49:35Z)

Hotels in sales-tax free NH offer Black Friday deals to lure customers from neighboring states

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Hotels and inns in sales tax-free New Hampshire are trying to lure Black Friday shoppers with stay-and-shop packages that come with tempting free gifts or services: A free purse stuffed with energy bars and coupons to outlet stores ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-20T16:00:06Z)

Hotels in sales-tax free New Hampshire target shoppers

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Hotels and inns in sales tax-free New Hampshire are trying to lure Black Friday shoppers with stay-and-shop packages that come with tempting free gifts or services: A free purse stuffed with energy bars and coupons to outlet stores ... (Source: Register Citizen 2010-11-21T13:57:13Z)

Delta Caucus hopes Delta Queen returns to service

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — The historic Delta Queen river boat, now a floating hotel docked in Tennessee, is up for sale, and a group of Delta-region leaders hopes it gets tugged back into service carrying tourists on the big rivers in the nation's ... (Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune 2010-11-20T01:48:16Z)

Steals & Deals: Every Monday is Cyber Monday at CVS.com

As always, orders over $50 are eligible for free shipping and you can follow CVS/pharmacy on Twitter at http://twitter.com/CVS_Extra and Facebook to learn about upcoming promotions. In addition to these deals, now through November 14,  CVS.com will give ... (Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch 2010-11-12T12:27:41Z)

Apple iPad on sale at TJ Maxx, and reportedly Marshalls, for $400

The iPad has landed at TJ Maxx for about $400, and according to various tech and Apple blogs, Marshalls is selling it for the same price. The two bargain retailers, both owned by The TJX Companies , are reportedly selling the entry level iPad, which is Wi ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-19T23:03:37Z)

Only absentee ballots remain in S. Texas recount

AUSTIN — A ballot recount in South Texas demanded by U.S. Rep. Solomon Ortiz is nearly complete, but he's still trailing Republican challenger Blake Farenthold. Only about 15,000 absentee and early ballots have yet to be re-tabulated in Cameron County ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-11-21T02:08:33Z)

B.J.Penn beats Matt Hughes in 21 seconds at UFC 123

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The UFC's first card featuring four former champions had one quick fight and another that went the distance. B.J. Penn beat Matt Hughes in just 21 seconds and Quinton "Rampage" Jackson won a split decision against Lyoto ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-11-21T08:42:16Z)

Appliance deals abound during black Friday sales

NEW YORK — It may not be the most romantic Christmas present, but for those seeking appliances this holiday season, deals are likely to be plentiful. Craig Johnson , president of retail consultancy Customer Growth Partners , said there will be many deals ... (Source: Daily Oklahoman 2010-11-21T05:57:37Z)

T.J. Maxx throws $399 iPad curveball

T.J. Maxx, which is best known as a clothing retailer, caused seismic activity in the land of technophiles over the last few days by selling limited quantities of Apple's 16GB iPad with Wi-Fi for only $399, nearly $100 less than the suggested retail price ... (Source: CNET News 2010-11-20T20:39:16Z)

Getting a jump on Black Friday

You'd better scarf down that turkey: Toys 'R' Us on Wednesday became the latest retailer to announce that it will be open on Thanksgiving Day. For years, stores have competed to offer the biggest deals at the most ungodly hours on Black Friday. First they ... (Source: Washington Post 2010-11-18T05:54:01Z)

With Cameron County remaining, Farenthold maintains a nearly 800 vote lead over Ortiz

COASTAL BEND — With all but one of six county recounts complete in the 27th Congressional District election, incumbent U.S. Rep. Solomon P. Ortiz still trails U.S. Rep.-elect Blake Farenthold by almost 800 votes. A recount of the 29,745 votes cast in ... (Source: Corpus Christi Caller 2010-11-19T23:10:47Z)

RETAIL: 5 ways credit cards can protect purchases

NEW YORK ---- A sweater you buy for Christmas goes on sale for half price the next day. You might be able to get the difference back if you paid with a credit card. The fine print in cardholder agreements often includes a number of protections overlooked ... (Source: North County Times 2010-11-21T07:52:09Z)

Hotels In Sales-Tax Free NH Target Shoppers

A free purse filled with energy bars and coupons to outlet stores. Gift wrapping accompanied by hors d'oeuvres. Shuttle service to the mall. Hotels and inns in sales tax-free New Hampshire are offering such goodies and services to get Black Friday shoppers ... (Source: NPR News 2010-11-20T15:52:56Z)

Big deals are a big deal again

From Caterpillar to Chevron to Google, some of the best-known names in corporate America are scooping up smaller companies, finally putting the piles of cash they've been sitting on to use and positioning themselves for a stronger economic recovery. The ... (Source: Florida Today 2010-11-16T06:03:33Z)

Credit card perks you might check out

A sweater you buy for Christmas goes on sale for half price the next day. You might be able to get the difference back if you paid with a credit card. The fine print in cardholder agreements often includes a number of protections overlooked by shoppers ... (Source: CharlotteObserver.com 2010-11-21T04:53:12Z)

Big corporate deals making a comeback

NEW YORK — Big deals are a big deal again. From Caterpillar to Chevron to Google, some of the best-known corporate names in are scooping up smaller companies, finally putting the piles of cash they've been sitting on to use and positioning themselves ... (Source: The Chronicle Herald 2010-11-16T09:52:37Z)

Apple iPad 2 might include cameras, FaceTime video chat, mini-USB port, report says

Apple's iPad has already sold more than 7-million units despite the lack of features found in lower-priced devices such as the iPod and the iPhone -- namely cameras. And the sales are only expected to increase with the iPad being sold at the Apple stores ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-11-19T19:21:43Z)

Few secrets remain in Black Friday deals, but stores have other twists

GRAND RAPIDS — It used to be that mapping out "Black Friday" plans was part of the Thanksgiving Day ritual. Stuffed from their turkey feast, families would gather around sales ads and hone their shopping strategies for the next day. But, more and ... (Source: MLive.com 2010-11-13T10:03:20Z)

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