I walked into the store that day in a floral dress and black shrug, very representative of my newly 19-years-old style. “Hi, I’m here to see Josh for an interview,” I timidly said to the cashier. What came next was one of the most intense interviews I’ve ever gone through, and I’m a journalist. I […]
What Was Once Old is New Again
April 12, 2016 by
By Nicolas Lopez A group of Lubbock retailers offers customers a glimpse into the past with unique antique and vintage wares. The nine antique shops on 34th Street have dubbed the two mile stretch of road they occupy “Antique Row.” Louise Plank, The Things We Love owner, said the personal aspect of antique buying allows each […]
Thankful One Day, Fighting Over That Last TV The Next
November 25, 2015 by
By Abby Aldrich Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is recognized as the first day of Christmas shopping where crowds are drawn in by special offers and deals by retailers. For customers, it is the day to lace up those tennis shoes and wait in long lines to land some door buster deals. To employees, […]
Weekly Poll: Are Black Friday Deals Worth the Crowds?
November 9, 2015 by
Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, is the day when stores are supposed to get out of financial loss and back “in the black,” an accounting term for making profit. In spite of the risk of crowd-related injuries, the majority of businesses not only have sales lined up, but are also opening earlier and earlier to serve consumers. Vote below to let us […]
Lock On and Tune In
October 8, 2015 by
A new smartphone app rewards college students for not using their mobile devices in class. A computer science major and a business marketing major launched Pocket Points last fall from the Chico campus of California State University, according to a news release. The free app, available for iPhone and Android devices, was downloaded more than 22,000 times within the first six months. Blaine […]
The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year… To Not Work Retail
November 27, 2014 by
While customers line up outside to hopefully save money on door buster deals, employees inside are biting their nails in anticipation of the catastrophe that is coming. Stories about shoppers and employees dying in pursuit to save the most money and offer good customer service fill media outlets. In Lubbock, retail workers say it is not […]
Best Sites For Shopping Addicts
November 19, 2014 by
Online shopping is basically the best invention since… well, ever. It is easy, organized, and saves the time and hassle of searching through everything in a retail store. However, beware — shopping online can become more addictive than coffee or Netflix and may lead to an empty bank account and an overflowing closet. Over the last several years, […]
SarahBelle’s and STOCK: Lubbock’s Newest Boutiques
October 28, 2014 by
For us students, new shopping options are a rare commodity in the greater Lubbock area. While the South Plains Mall and Lubbock boutiques can usually satisfy shopping needs, it’s always nice to branch out a little. This past summer, SarahBelle’s and STOCK opened up within walking distance to campus. Both stores are ideal for the […]
Spring Break Or Bust Guide
March 11, 2014 by
As many Tech students scrolled through their social media feed today, they couldn’t help but pout. Colleges across the state, such as University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M University, and The University of Houston, all seemed to be having a wonderful day — especially the ones off vacationing on a beach somewhere. Unfortunately, Tech […]
Black Friday Recap
November 27, 2012 by
I have done it. I have survived an event similar to the zombie apocalypse (no bath salts required). Some would even consider it to be equivalent to survival of the fittest: Black Friday.
