Holiday shoppers flood malls as opening weekend begins
Merchants report solid to strong business at the start of the season with early bargains on TVs and toys drawing crowds. WalMart shoppers in Marietta battled for discounts while others paid full price to grab electronics, with analysts noting improving consumer confidence and a high mood across major retailers and malls.
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Bloomfield Hills
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Parents Take Bigger Role in College Education
WVU's parent advocate Susan Lantz fields up to 4000 calls yearly to the Parents Club Helpline. Experts note rising parental and student demand for involvement, with College Parents of America aiming to boost membership and lobbying. Programs at WVU and OSU show growing family engagement via transportation, maintenance checks, and academic reading initiatives.
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West Virginia University
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