Skynet might be next, folks. Walmart is now testing shelf-scanning robots, which means they won’t need that person who goes around with an RF scanner and checks counts (to fix the ones that are wrong, usually due to theft or shortages.) They SAY that it’s meant to supplement humans, not replace them, but when has Read More…
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Stop Faking Service Dogs!!
An Honest Review Of 8 Canned Meat Products
For years, we have sold Spam “luncheon meat” in a can and some of the variations. At Longs it was often used as an ad item, and in Hawaii they still sell it by the pallet. I never had the guts to actually open a can to see what’s inside, and beyond that Read More…
Things Every Kid Wanted in Their Easter Baskets
If you haven’t already put together your Easter basket, here are the basics to make sure your kids are happy. On the other hand, if you waited until now (It’s already Easter, you nitwit!) you’re probably going to have a hard time finding all of these things, especially the Cadbury Eggs which Read More…
34 Trader Joe’s Products That Are Totally Worth It
The fine folks over at Buzzfeed asked their readers to come up with their favorite items at Trader Joe’s and this is what they came up with. I’m pretty sure that most of said readers are overweight, since most of the items on this list are not exactly found in the healthy foods section. Read More…
Sunday Soapbox–A Great Solution To Stop Telemarketers!
I do enjoy purchasing online, but there is nothing more annoying than getting phone calls from telemarketers. I have actually turned off my land line because the only people calling it were telemarketers and CVS letting me know my prescription is ready. There are “Do-Not-Call” lists, which I have joined, but Read More…
Coca-Cola’s ‘Simply Orange’ Juice Is Anything But
Most Americans are trying to eat healthier these days, but unfortunately the retail giants are trying to get them to buy their products by labeling them in a way that makes them look “natural” or “healthy.” A great example is Simply Orange orange juice. While it may be healthier than good ol’ Sunny Read More…
6 Dark Secrets Harbored By Your Favorite Foods
Ok, this is some scary stuff. Just checked my kitchen and I have some meat that looks red but may or not be spoiled, some Orowheat wheat bread that is probably just colored white bread, and some rice in the cupboard that contains arsenic. Luckily I don’t drink almond milk and don’t drink Read More…
15 Surprising Facts About Frozen Food
We don’t sell much frozen food where I work, but there are those that do actually buy the frozen pizzas, burritos and packaged dinners at ridiculously high prices. Frozen foods do get a bad rap, but there are a lot of things about them you might not know… 1. Frozen foods do not Read More…
You Had One Job: Retail Edition
I’ve seen the fifth one down before, and am still amazed that no one fixed this–obviously it was part of a store reset but come on. That’s just plain wrong. Falling Prices huh? I think not. Pan Failure It’s definitely not round, wonder if it’s even aluminum? Funny Bunnies Here comes the Easter Read More…