Black Friday officially kicks off the Christmas shopping season. And the National Retail Federation predicts shoppers will spend almost ten percent more money this year than they did last year. LSU marketing professor Dan Rice emphasizes trends shaping 2024’s holiday shopping, including online purchasing growth, early-season sales, and the gift of visiting loved ones.
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Attorney General Liz Murrill is looking to make sure we’re all vigilant on this, the busiest shopping day of the year. Murril says you should use caution when shopping this Black Friday and throughout the holidays.
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As you get your Christmas shopping underway for this year, don’t forget about your small businesses. Andrew Greenstein reports.
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Louisiana Agriculture Commissioner Mike Strain encourages residents to consider getting a Louisiana-grown live Christmas tree this holiday season. He says going to a tree farm is wonderful family experience and there’s nothing better than the smell of a live tree. As for where to get yours.