by Doug Porter
11.16.2012
Business
Protests aimed at disrupting Black Friday sales events at Walmart stores around the country began yesterday with walk-outs at a number of stores and the promise of more actions in the lead-up to what is traditionally the busiest shopping day of the year.
Employees at six Seattle area Walmart stores walked off the job yesterday, protesting what they say is low pay, too few hours and retaliation by managers against workers who speak out. Another walkout is in progress at a warehouse supply location in Mira Loma, California and picket lines are in place this morning at a Walmart store in Dallas, Texas.
Inside: Dave Roberts In at County Supes, Tony Young Out at City Council, SDEA Recall Petitions Filed, IB Parents Cry Foul
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by John P. Anderson
10.04.2012
Books & Poetry
A weekly column dedicated to sharing the best sights and activities in San Diego at the best price – free! We have a great city and you don’t need to break the bank to experience it.
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Best For: Readers, thinkers, learners, children
I love to read and my earliest memories of books are from reading at bedtime with my parents and trips to the library for reading hour. Many years later, and many states away, I am on the other side of these memories and trying to foster a love of reading in my daughter. We often visit the library to find new books, meet other children, and read together.
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