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KICKS 105 General Manager on the Lam After Online Pricing Escapade

Danny Merrell — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:51:02 +0000

Our General Manager, Tami Jones, left in a hurry from the station this morning around 7:30, and we haven’t seen her since. This is a quick picture we snapped just before she left. Some say she looks happy in the pic…a little too happy, I think….mixed in with some maniacal guilt. It appears that Tami [...]

Shopping Deals + Business Hours in Lufkin and Nacogdoches for Black Friday 2012

Andree Valentine — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 21:29:29 +0000

Black Friday 2012 is only a few days away, and many local and national businesses have released store hours, discounts and deals early to get customers ready to shop.

A website called 'The Black Friday' has tons of predictions for this year's deals, if you're brave enough to face the crowds early in the wee hours of the morning!

We'll share more information once we know deals and hours for local businesses. If you've already got the scoop, send us a note!

Selling Something Online? Use Pinterest, Not Facebook — Dollars and Sense

Mike Adams — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 16:30:14 +0000

Marketers all over the world are using social media more and more to sell their products, but new research shows that it may be more advantageous for them to utilize Pinterest rather than Facebook to lure in clientele. Bizrate Insights recently conducted a study that indicated more people are turning to Pinterest for things like [...]

JCPenney Announces Plans to Eliminate Checkout Clerks with Automated Machines — Dollars and Sense

Mike Adams — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 15:49:45 +0000

Today many companies are being forced to either change with the times or die.

One of those companies is retail giant JCPenney — where recent struggles inside of an unstable economy have made it difficult for the retail chain to continue to do business as it has for nearly 100 years.

Being Trendy And Fashionable Is For All Ages

Danny Merrell — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:21:57 +0000

I'm not one that considers myself a fashion expert...I mean, look at what I'm wearing - cargo shorts, untucked polo, and a ball cap.

But I think it's pretty cool when I go to events, from ball games to dinners, and see moms and daughters dressed to the hilt in the latest trendy fashions and bling, all the way down to the sandals.

And I thought I would pass along details about just the place to get these fashions...and get them for half price!!

Darius Rucker's Wife Forbids Him From Christmas Shopping

Alanna Conaway — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:45:19 +0000

Don’t expect to see Darius Rucker making any late night runs to Walmart in the coming weeks to do any Christmas shopping for his kids. Not that he’s done with his Christmas shopping — he’s just not allowed to do any shopping for the holidays himself.

5 Cyber Monday Shopping Safety Tips [SPONSORED]

Andree Valentine — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 20:20:53 +0000

With Black Friday shopping sales hitting an estimated $52 billion this year, consumers can expect great deals on Cyber Monday as well. Before giving away your credit card and personal information online today, here are five safety tips to follow so you don't spend unwanted dollars and have a safe online shopping experience.

The Five Hottest Black Friday Trends This Year [SPONSORED]

Andree Valentine — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 16:38:37 +0000

Black Friday is upon us, and this year's shopping trends are sure to please many shoppers with extended hours and incredible deals. The latest technology and digital advances will also play a role in your spending habits this holiday season. Find out what the latest and greatest trends are this upcoming Black Friday.

Who Will Actually Be Shopping on Black Friday — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:19:13 +0000

Twenty-four percent of Americans plan to brave the crowds and take advantage of seductive Black Friday savings, according to a survey of 1,168 adults by Poll Position. Sixty-four percent of the survey’s respondents said they won’t be spending their day after Thanksgiving shopping, and 11 percent offered no opinion on the question. Whether or not [...]

7 Survival Strategies to Having a Happy Black Friday

Shauna Wright — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:14:16 +0000

You have your Black Friday ads. You know when the stores open. You even know the most dangerous toys being sold this year. You, sir or madam, are ready to shop.

Or are you? Here are a few more suggestions to make your Black Friday buying excursions go as smoothly as possible

Kicks 105 Christmas Gift List Entry Number Two [VIDEO]

Sean Ericson — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:00:01 +0000

Holiday shopping is in full swing and we have a suggestion for the person who has everything. Direct from Japan it’s “Calorie Shaper Underwear”!

It's Summer! Bored Already? [VIDEO]

Sean Ericson — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 12:40:35 +0000

I tell my children all the time “when you have something boring to do, make a game of it and the whole process will be more fun”. This is not what I meant but it sure looks fun!

Five Best Valentine's Day Candy To Gorge On

Andree Valentine — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:14:12 +0000

Here are some of our favorite candies that are only available from roughly the second week of January to February 15th, when they are wonderfully half price! The Chocolate Rose Nothing says classy like a balled-up Kleenex shaped hunk of chocolate being wrapped in red foil and presented on a stick. Red Hots [...]

Don't Get Sent to The Doghouse This Valentine's Day [VIDEO]

Andree Valentine — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 20:28:56 +0000

Guys, take a look at what really happens when you get sent to the doghouse. I know this was originally a Christmas commercial from JC Penney, but I think it applies to any holiday or gift exchange event.

This Valentine's Day, remember to choose your gifts wisely -- or you may end up in the doghouse.

Five Perfect Valentine's Day Gifts For Her

Andree Valentine — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 17:47:43 +0000

When it comes to shopping for a woman on Valentine’s Day, the answer isn’t the usual “chocolate and flowers” route, but rather, something that feels personal and intimate. Here are some suggestions that will make everyone happier in the long run. 5) Beauty stuff Few women can resist the wonders of a free massage, manicure, [...]

Valentine's Day Gifts For Men

Andree Valentine — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 21:08:22 +0000

There's nothing more difficult than shopping for mens gifts on Valentine's Day, right? (Unless your man loves getting flowers, chocolates and jewelry).

Here's a great website with all kinds of creative gifts (and yes, some are a little lovey-dovey) for men for Valentine's Day.