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Local, small business Black Friday sales

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, November 20th, 2012, 11:00am

Local, small business Black Friday sales

With the holidays coming up fast, Black Friday will be here before we know it.

Every year we hear about the craziness at big name stores like Walmart, Target, etc. As a change of pace, we want to hear from local, small businesses and others in the community!

Will you be having any Black Friday sales or deals? If so, what are they? What are some tips you can give to people in your community wanting to shop more "local?"
If you're a local restaurant, will you have different hours and specials to cater to the Black Friday shoppers?
Is anyone in the community: churches, community centers, etc. offering babysitting for those that will be out in the early a.m. for shopping?

You can e-mail Amber Ruch, County News Web Producer at aruch@kfvs12.com. The information you provide will be featured online and on-air. Make sure to include a picture or two of your business!

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Anna Arts Center offers to watch kids while parents shop Black Friday

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Friday, November 16th, 2012, 4:39pm

Anna Arts Center offers to watch kids while parents shop Black Friday

ANNA, IL (KFVS) - The Anna Arts Center will be hosting an event for kids to explore the arts while their parents are Black Friday shopping on Friday, November 23 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The arts center says the kids will have activities to keep them busy, including: drawing, painting, music, skits, making a Christmas card and a movie. It will be an opportunity for the kids to be creative and have fun.

It costs $30 or $5 an hour and includes snacks and lunch.

According to the center, you must register by Nov. 20 for this event. You can send a check made out to the Anna Arts Center and mail to 125 West Davie Street, Anna, IL 62906. They ask you please include your name, address, phone number, e-mail address, name of the child and time the child will attend.

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Local, small business Black Friday sales

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Thursday, November 15th, 2012, 3:55pm

With the holidays coming up fast, Black Friday will be here before we know it.

Every year we hear about the craziness at big name stores like Walmart, Target, etc. As a change of pace, we want to hear from local, small businesses and others in the community!

Will you be having any Black Friday sales or deals? If so, what are they? What are some tips you can give to people in your community wanting to shop more "local?"
If you're a local restaurant, will you have different hours and specials to cater to the Black Friday shoppers?
Is anyone in the community: churches, community centers, etc. offering babysitting for those that will be out in the early a.m. for shopping?

You can e-mail Amber Ruch, County News Web Producer at aruch@kfvs12.com. The information you provide will be featured online and on-air. Make sure to include a picture or two of your business!

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Fire safety reminder for haunted houses

Submitted by Steve Pobst on Wednesday, October 24th, 10:24 am

SPRINGFIELD, IL (KFVS) - As thousands of families and children prepare to enjoy the Halloween season, the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal reminds residents to be vigilant and follow the necessary fire safety precautions when entering haunted houses.

The fire marshal says these amusements can present special hazards that make them particularly vulnerable to fires if applicable fire codes are not followed.

Haunted houses are considered "special amusement buildings," which means the structure is temporary, permanent, or mobile and conveys people through a walkway. Often these temporary structures are built with combustible materials such as plywood and cardboard.

OSFM calls on local enforcement agencies and haunted house owners and operators to follow safety code guidelines.

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Consigners needed to bring items for large sale

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Monday, December 26th, 2011, 4:03pm

Consigners needed to bring items for large sale

(KFVS) - Organizers are asking consigners to register and bring items for a large sale Jan. 4-11 at West Park Mall in Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Kidsgalore & More will be a new consignment sale at the old Steve and Barry's store in the mall.

They are currently registering consigners to bring items for the event. All items are being accepted for consignment as long as they are in "like new" condition.

The event is also in need of volunteers and organizations to donate as well. Organizers say everyone is welcome and help is appreciated for this big event.

For more information, you can contact kidsgalore@live.com or visit them on Facebook by clicking here.

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Gov. Quinn proclaims Nov. 26 as "Small Business Saturday"

Submitted by Amber Ruch, KFVS12 County News Web Producer

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011, 1:12pm

Gov. Quinn proclaims Nov. 26 as "Small Business Saturday"

UNION COUNTY, IL (KFVS) - Governor Pat Quinn recently proclaimed Saturday, Nov. 26 as "Small Business Saturday" in Illinois to encourage shoppers to support small businesses in the state.

Shoppers are encouraged to use the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Nov. 26, between "Black Friday" and "Cyber Monday" to shop at small businesses around the state.

“Thanksgiving weekend traditionally serves as the kick-off for the holiday shopping season, and we want all Illinois businesses to have a strong showing,” said Governor Quinn. “I encourage people throughout Illinois to use this time to show their support for local merchants that contribute to our local economies, putting people to work and keeping our economy moving forward."

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