John White just wanted a breather. With bags at his feet and a cell phone ringing in his pocket, White took a rest Thursday near the large Christmas tree at The Shops at Wiregrass. All around him, people toted bags, pushed small children in strollers and window-shopped. ...more

December 25, 2009

Did you hear about the little boy who asked Santa for a baby sister last year? ...more

December 25, 2009

John White just wanted a breather. With bags at his feet and a cell phone ringing in his pocket, White took a rest Thursday near the large Christmas tree at The Shops at Wiregrass. All around him, people toted bags, pushed small children in strollers and window-shopped. ...more

December 24, 2009

This week, millions of Americans shop in a mad dash to beat the holiday finish line. The seasonal chaos will ring up billions on credit cards, as our stockings are once more stuffed to bursting. It's the most wonderful time of the year, to be sure. ...more

December 23, 2009

It's a blanket. It has sleeves. And it's becoming a stalwart on gift lists everywhere. ...more

December 18, 2009

Gilligan and Skipper were so excited they jumped on a pile of gifts and dug around until they found their snacks. ...more

December 17, 2009

With the economy still treading on thin ice, retailers are optimistic as shoppers remain conservative this holiday shopping season, which is poised to hit its peak this weekend. ...more

December 16, 2009

Penny-pinching gift seekers stormed the stores before dawn on Black Friday, eager to get more bang for their beleaguered bucks. ...more

December 9, 2009

Play continued through Thanksgiving week with only minor interruptions. A few regulars were off cruising, others were recovering from an overdose of turkey. Results follow. ...more

December 9, 2009

Penny-pinching gift seekers stormed the stores before dawn on Black Friday, eager to get more bang for their beleaguered bucks. ...more

December 9, 2009