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Brand names look for younger consumers 
How old brands become newApple orchestrated one in consumer electronics. Cadillac in cars. Al Gore in politics. And Tim Tebow in football. Now, Lincoln is trying to stage one of its own for its aging cars.
By Associated Press , January 10, 2012
Grand Forks Olive Garden to open Jan. 23
Olive Garden, located at 3160 32nd Ave. S. near the Columbia Mall, will have its first day of business on Monday, Jan. 23. The restaurant is in a new building on the site of the former Columbia 4 movie theater, which was demolished last summer.
By Herald Staff Report , January 09, 2012
Chrysler hoping revival continues with reinvented Dodge Dart
The Dart is a crucial test of the Chrysler-Fiat alliance, one aimed at saving millions of dollars by reusing Fiat frames, engines and technology, yet giving them an American style with more space for people and gear. The Dart is the first Chrysler designed jointly by the companies.
By Tom Krisher , January 09, 2012
RALPH KINGSBURY: It’s a new N.D., for the better — and for better yet
He comes from a northwest North Dakota town. He is pretty smart and well-educated, with a background including UND and a professional degree from a national, highly ranked private university.
By Ralph Kingsbury , January 06, 2012
Grand Forks event to spread the word about women business owners
The Women in Business Marketplace will take over the hallways of the mall Jan. 26 with dozens of vendors, ranging from booths that will sell purses, Pampered Chef products and clothing to businesswomen who will tell participants about their practices as a certified public accountant and a chiropractor.
January 06, 2012
East Grand Forks impact of Pamida merger with Shopko unclear
Pamida and Shopko are merging to create one of the largest Midwest-based retail chains, the companies announced this week.
By Herald Staff Report , January 06, 2012
North Dakota's Noridian sues Iowa over Medicaid contract
Iowa's Department of Human Service has been sued by the Fargo-based company Noridian Administrative Services, which wants a $140 million contract to manage part of Iowa's Medicaid system that, Noridian claims, was awarded unfairly to Accenture.
By Associated Press , January 06, 2012
Federal Reserve plans to forecast interest-rate changes four times per year
In a major shift, the Federal Reserve will start updating the public four times a year on how long it plans to keep short-term interest rates at record lows, according to minutes from its December policy meeting. The first forecast will be included in the central bank's economic projections after its Jan. 24-25 meeting, the minutes said.
By Martin Crutsinger , January 03, 2012
U.S. auto industry looks ahead to another good year
After hitting a 30-year low in 2009, U.S. auto sales are poised for a second straight year of growth in 2012 — the result of easier credit, low interest rates and pent-up demand for cars and trucks created by the Great Recession. The sales forecast bodes well for the industry's continued recovery and for the broader American economy.
By Tom Krisher , January 02, 2012
LL Bean boot gets a kick from retro trend
A nearly century-old hunting boot is catching on with a younger generation that sees the utilitarian footwear as hip.
By David Sharp , January 01, 2012
NEW YEAR, NEW RESOLVE: First of the year a good time to take stock of personal finances
At the end of every year, many people find their personal finances as tattered as the wrapping paper for gifts purchased in holiday spending sprees.
By Christopher Bjorke , December 31, 2011
S&P agency says Bank of North Dakota getting financially stronger
The bank is the only state-owned bank in the country. The Standard & Poor's agency upgraded its rating of the bank's business this month. Bank President Eric Hardmeyer says the higher rating improves the bank's ability to provide letters of credit.
By Associated Press , December 31, 2011
DIY: You may save money, but know when you're in over your head
In times of economic hardship, “do-it-yourself” is a tempting mantra for many homeowners with dripping faucets, running toilets, leaky windows or sticky locks.
By Carole Feldman , December 31, 2011
Gift cards extend retail’s holiday cheer
Gift-card spending rose to nearly 18 percent of total holiday spending this year, the highest percentage since 2006 and up from 14.6 percent last year and 13.1 percent in 2009, according to a consumer-tracking survey by the International Council of Shopping Centers and Goldman Sachs.
By Andria Cheng , December 31, 2011
The extreme bargain hunter
Four types of American shoppers have altered the shopping landscape this holiday season.
By Anne D’innocenzio , December 30, 2011
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