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YAKIMA, Wash. -- Good morning. Today I will introduce a new daily feature called “Daily Checkout.” During weekday mornings, I will point out national, regional and local retail, consumer and restaurant news worth reading.
They may be a blend of quick hits and things you sink your teeth into. And perhaps you’ll come away with some impressive knowledge you can use at your next water cooler chat.
Nothing Beats a Good Sandwich (Discussion) — My weekly column confirms that three new Subway locations are coming to Yakima. It includes blog comments and an interview with Ron Bonlender whose Sub Shop of Yakima will be competing with the national chain.
Jackson Popularized Celebrity Ads [Wall Street Journal] — A look back at Michael Jackson’s commerical ventures, particularily his $5 million sponsorship deal with PepsiCo.
Consumers Opt For Debit Over Credit Cards [NPR] —Consumers spent $206 billion on Visa debit cards in 2008, compared to $203 on Visa credit cards. The cards are quite similar — except when they get stolen.
The Retail Experience Roadmap [Flooring the Consumer] —Retail marketing blogger C.B. Whittemore writes about how the layout of the retail environment provides a positive experience for consumers. A fun look at what makes consumers tick.
How Retail Bankruptcies Affect Consumers [finding Dulcinea] — Deniscq Cummings provides a comprehensive guide on what consumers should remember when dealing with bankrupt retailers.
Bare Essentials of Safety [YouTube] — — If only all airport safety videos were this entertaining. The video has Air New Zealand crew members doing the typical pre-flight safety routine in nothing but body paint. Check out more about the video in a story from The New York Times .
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