What the Tech: How much have prices risen on electronics due to tariffs?
Prices have already risen on some electronics due to tariffs, so if you’re shopping for birthdays or even Christmas, should you buy now or wait to see what happens next?
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Annual Holiday House in Selma underway this week
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The 46th Annual Holiday House is in full swing this week in Selma. Holiday House is held each year during the first two full weeks of December. It’s an annual Christmas tradition in the Queen City — that kicks off the start of the holiday shopping season. The event features items — that can’t be…
Dallas Co. Sheriff offers Christmas shopper safety tips
From the West Alabama Newsroom– Law enforcement officials are warning people to stay alert when they’re out shopping during the Christmas holiday season. Christmas may be the Season of Giving — but it’s also a season for taking. Every year during the Christmas holiday season — thieves and robbers — come out on the prowl. “You know it is a…
Shoppers return to Montgomery stores looking for after-Christmas sales
After taking a day off for Christmas, many shoppers returned to stores in Montgomery on Tuesday, hoping to find after-Christmas deals.
Black Friday brings crowds to stores, searching for bargains
Black Friday had shoppers out early in Montgomery and elsewhere, as they hoped to find bargains that would only last for one day.
Alabama Back to School Sales Tax Holiday Weekend runs July 21-23
The state of Alabama is holding its 18th annual back to school sales tax holiday weekend.
Selma Police Beefs Up Patrols During the Holiday Season
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The holiday shopping season is upon us once again. And people in Selma can expect to see an increased police presence in the city during the holiday season. The Selma Police Department is beefing up patrols at shopping centers and retail stores around town. Lt. Ray Blanks says it’s an effort to keep people safe…
Shoppers in Montgomery Hit the Stores for Black Friday Deals
Despite inflation and supply chain issues, Montgomery shoppers were out in droves searching for deals.
Senate Bill Would Grant Civil Immunity to Businesses Against Coronavirus Related Lawsuits
Less than one week after Governor Ivey lifted the statewide stay at home order, a bill was introduced in the Alabama Senate to protect businesses against coronavirus related lawsuits. The language of the bill says that it will help encourage businesses to re-open and remain open. Businesses would have to display willful disregard for health orders to be subject to…
Selma Police Urge Residents to Stay Alert During the Holidays
From the West Alabama Newsroom– Police in Selma are urging people — to stay alert during the holiday season — and their beefing up patrols to try and keep them safe. Interim Selma Police Chief Capt. Johnny King — is urging residents to stay alert during the holiday season. “We’re asking just be safe because criminals don’t stop for the…
