Jasmine Rush+FollowCostco’s Auto-Renew Drama: What’s Up?Heads up, Costco fans! There’s a lawsuit brewing over how Costco renews memberships—some folks say they got charged without realizing it. If the court sides with shoppers, you might start seeing more renewal reminders (and maybe a few extra clicks to keep your perks). Pro tip: double-check your account settings so you’re not surprised by a charge. This could also mean price changes or fewer freebies down the road, so stay alert! #Business #LocalBusiness #Costco42Share
Kim Brown+FollowCostco’s New Stores: Worth the Hype?Heads up, Costco lovers! Seven shiny new Costcos are opening soon, with exact dates just dropped. While other big stores are quietly closing up shop, Costco’s going full throttle—aiming for 27 new spots this year. The catch? Thanks to new tariffs, you might see shortages on some fan-fave items. But hey, more locations mean shorter lines and maybe even a closer gas station for your next cheap fill-up. Worth checking out if you’re a bulk-buying pro! #Business #LocalBusiness #CostcoNews40Share
Nicole Washington+FollowWhy Is Everyone Still Betting on UNH?UnitedHealth’s stock just took a hit after some behind-the-scenes money moves and losing a big pharmacy contract to CVS. Even with all the drama—like selling off business units and counting those gains as regular earnings—retail investors are still super optimistic. If you’re watching your 401(k), this is a reminder: sometimes Wall Street’s favorite stocks have more plot twists than your favorite show. Always check what’s really behind those ‘earnings beats’ before you buy the dip! #Business #LocalBusiness #StockMarket00Share
Kim Brown+FollowBarnes & Noble’s Big Comeback?Thought bookstores were toast? Not so fast! Barnes & Noble is quietly opening dozens of new stores, betting big that people still love the feel (and look) of real books. Turns out, most Americans prefer print over e-books, and the chain’s new strategy—letting local managers run stores like indie shops—has sparked a retail revival. So if you miss browsing shelves and coffee-sipping with a paperback, your local B&N might be making a comeback near you! #Business #LocalBusiness #BookstoreRevival40Share
Megan Garcia+FollowWalmart Chicken: Weigh Before You Pay?Ever wonder if that pack of chicken from Walmart is really as heavy as the label says? Shoppers are buzzing after a viral video showed a 6.39-pound chicken pack weighing just over 4 pounds on a home scale. Turns out, some folks think they're paying for more than they get—and not just with chicken. Pro tip: If you’re buying by weight, double-check at home and keep your receipt. You might spot a sneaky shrink! #Business #LocalBusiness #Walmart00Share
Nicole Washington+FollowWater Tower Place Is Downsizing—Here’s WhyRemember when Water Tower Place was the spot for a shopping spree? Well, after 50 years, this Chicago icon is shrinking its mall space—soon, only the first three floors will be for shopping. The rest? Offices or something else. Blame it on our Amazon habits, COVID, and a few too many empty stores. But hey, the place still draws a crowd! If you’re nostalgic for mall days, now’s your chance to relive them before more changes roll in. #Business #LocalBusiness #Chicago00Share
Bryan Grant+FollowRite Aid Scripts Headed to CVS—What Now?Heads up if you get your meds at Rite Aid: lots of their prescriptions are moving to CVS as Rite Aid shutters stores after filing for bankruptcy (again). If your usual pharmacy is closing, don’t stress—your prescriptions will be waiting for you at a nearby CVS. The big shift? Fewer Rite Aids, more CVS runs, and maybe a new pharmacist learning your name. Check your new pickup spot before your next refill! #Business #LocalBusiness #PharmacySwitch93Share
christinewhite+FollowJewelry Shopping, But Make It VIPEver wish buying jewelry felt less like a sales pitch and more like a spa day? Embark Fine Jewelry, started by three friends around a kitchen table, is bringing their ultra-personal, concierge-style shopping to Baton Rouge. Think private consults, ear piercings by pros, and price tags for every budget. The big move? They're testing this cozy, high-touch vibe as a blueprint for more stores—so your next jewelry splurge could feel like a treat, not a chore. #Business #LocalBusiness #ShopLocal00Share
Anthony Cook+FollowKroger’s $35M Superstore: Worth the Hype?Heads up, Elizabethtown! Kroger’s dropping a $35 million mega-store with everything from sushi to Starbucks and even a drive-thru pharmacy. While some neighborhoods are bummed about recent Kroger closures, this new spot is all about one-stop shopping convenience. It’s a big move to keep up with rivals like Publix and give shoppers more reasons to stick around. Would you make the switch for a store that has it all? #Business #LocalBusiness #KrogerMarketplace00Share
Megan Garcia+FollowRite Aid Out, Giant Eagle In: Pharmacy ShuffleHeads up if you get your meds at Rite Aid—most Pittsburgh locations are closing after another bankruptcy. Giant Eagle is swooping in to fill the gap, taking over prescriptions and even turning two old Rite Aid spots into their own stand-alone pharmacies. The catch? Those new Giant Eagle pharmacies aren’t in Pittsburgh, but in Cambridge, Ohio and Hollidaysburg, PA. So, if you’re in the ‘Burgh, keep an eye on which pharmacy is still open before your next refill! #Business #LocalBusiness #PharmacyNews00Share
