Wal-Mart's growth surge leaves dead stores behind

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Wal-Mart is among many retailers who have abandoned big-box stores in order to build larger ones. Communities are left to deal with these abandoned buildings, which encourage vandalism and lower property values.

Facilities & equipment, Plant shutdown, Hypermarkets, Warehouse Clubs and Superstores, All Other Specialty Food Stores, Variety stores, Discount Stores, Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Superstores, Buildings and facilities, Facility closures

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Pier 1 gets its housewares in order

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Pier 1 Imports has returned to its original business plan of selling home furnishings for low prices. As a result, the company's stock price and earnings have started to increase.

Strategy & planning, Furniture and Homefurnishings Stores, Furniture & Furnishings Stores, Furniture and Home Furnishings Stores, Management, Furniture stores, Company Profile, Pier 1 Imports Inc., PIR

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U.S. camps get wired to remain competitive

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Several summer camps have Internet connections in summer 2000 to enable parents and children to communicate.

Services introduction, Sporting and recreational camps, Summer Camps, Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds), Services, Leisure industry, Camps, Camps (Recreation)

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