Weekly Warm-Up: Five New Traditions for Black Friday

Black Friday is undergoing change, and the geography of holiday shopping is changing with it. With more consumers shopping online, mega-retailers are adapting their Black Friday strategies to make the most of America’s favorite day to spend, and local businesses are using social media to stay relevant. From extending shopping hours to eliminating credit cards, the Black Friday extravaganza extends the spectrum of human geography. … Continue reading Weekly Warm-Up: Five New Traditions for Black Friday

The State of Thanksgiving 2014

BUSINESS Gas prices are down, air travel is up, shoppers are bracing for Black Friday, and a traditional Thanksgiving meal is slightly more expensive. Blame the sweet potatoes. (NPR) Use our resources to learn more about Thanksgiving. Discussion Ideas Gas prices are the lowest they’ve been since 2009. The average gallon is hovering around $2.85, compared with $3.28 last year, according to AAA. Which state … Continue reading The State of Thanksgiving 2014