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TUPELO - It was a little early for Black Friday, the traditional
day-after-Thanksgiving shopping extravaganza, but hundreds of shoppers
were lined up in front of Belk's women's store on Wednesday.
The
store, which recently completed a $5 million renovation along with the
Belk men's and children's store, gave away gift cards to the first 700
customers to mark a grand reopening.
Among the first in line was
Melvin Campbell of Verona, who was assured of getting one of the gift
cards, which ranged in value from $5 to $500.
"This is my
auntie's favorite store, and it's why I'm here," he said. "She met the
store manager a few years ago on a plane and noticed her Belk bag. They
talked and became friends, and now every time she's in Tupelo, she goes
shopping at Belk."
And with such a big investment in the stores
at The Mall at Barnes Crossing, Belk manager Joel McKinley thinks it
will pay off sooner rather than later.
"The company has made an
investment in Tupelo and Lee County," he said. "Business has been very
good throughout the renovation, and I know we've been very pleased with
the results."
The women's store was completely gutted and
renovated from floor to ceiling. An enlarged shoe department, an
expanded cosmetics department that includes the Laura Mercier line and
an 800-square-foot Coach handbag area are among the many improvements.
The
cosmetics department received extra attention, with New York designers
setting up the bays. The look at the Tupelo store is a new prototype,
replicated only on the East Coast for now, McKinley said.
At the
men's store, the Polo/Ralph Lauren department has doubled in size, and
the children's section has been expanded to 10,000 square feet.
McKinley said the two Belk stores now encompass more than 190,000 square feet.
The
work by Belk in its mall locations is part of renovation and expansion
plan that has pumped some $20 million in capital investment in The Mall
at Barnes Crossing since 2008.
Phil Purdom, senior vice president
of development for mall co-owner David Hocker amp& Associates, said
Belk's investment "proves that we have the most diverse retail mall
serving all of North Mississippi and the region. They've been here more
than 20 years and they'll be around at least another 20 years."
Belk - then called McRae's - was among the anchor stores when the mall opened in March 1990.
With
the renovation to its two stores at the mall, Belk added some 30
workers and now employs 167 people. It will add another 30 employees for
the holidays, McKinley said.
Belk's remodeling isn't the only
work going on at the mall. Reed's recently completed an expansion of its
store, and J.C. Penney is wrapping up a $1 million renovation of its
store.
"Obviously, the mall is the center of retail for this
region, and it proven by the expansions and upgrades that continually go
on here," said Mall General Manager Jeff Snyder. "That in turn helps
build the tax base of the city and county, so it's a great investment in
the community."
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| Belk's Grand Re-Opening |
| 10/12/2011 |
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| TUPELO - It was a little early for Black Friday, the traditional day-after-Thanksgiving shopping extravaganza, but hundreds of shoppers were lined up in front of Belk's women's store on Wednesday.
The store, which recently completed a $5 million renovation along with the Belk men's and children's store, gave away gift cards to the first 700 customers to mark a grand reopening.
Among the first in line was Melvin Campbell of Verona, who was assured of getting one of the gift cards, which ranged in value from $5 to $500.
"This is my auntie's favorite store, and it's why I'm here," he said. "She met the store manager a few years ago on a plane and noticed her Belk bag. They talked and became friends, and now every time she's in Tupelo, she goes shopping at Belk."
And with such a big investment in the stores at The Mall at Barnes Crossing, Belk manager Joel McKinley thinks it will pay off sooner rather than later.
"The company has made an investment in Tupelo and Lee County," he said. "Business has been very good throughout the renovation, and I know we've been very pleased with the results."
The women's store was completely gutted and renovated from floor to ceiling. An enlarged shoe department, an expanded cosmetics department that includes the Laura Mercier line and an 800-square-foot Coach handbag area are among the many improvements.
The cosmetics department received extra attention, with New York designers setting up the bays. The look at the Tupelo store is a new prototype, replicated only on the East Coast for now, McKinley said.
At the men's store, the Polo/Ralph Lauren department has doubled in size, and the children's section has been expanded to 10,000 square feet.
McKinley said the two Belk stores now encompass more than 190,000 square feet.
The work by Belk in its mall locations is part of renovation and expansion plan that has pumped some $20 million in capital investment in The Mall at Barnes Crossing since 2008.
Phil Purdom, senior vice president of development for mall co-owner David Hocker amp& Associates, said Belk's investment "proves that we have the most diverse retail mall serving all of North Mississippi and the region. They've been here more than 20 years and they'll be around at least another 20 years."
Belk - then called McRae's - was among the anchor stores when the mall opened in March 1990.
With the renovation to its two stores at the mall, Belk added some 30 workers and now employs 167 people. It will add another 30 employees for the holidays, McKinley said.
Belk's remodeling isn't the only work going on at the mall. Reed's recently completed an expansion of its store, and J.C. Penney is wrapping up a $1 million renovation of its store.
"Obviously, the mall is the center of retail for this region, and it proven by the expansions and upgrades that continually go on here," said Mall General Manager Jeff Snyder. "That in turn helps build the tax base of the city and county, so it's a great investment in the community."
Read more: NEMS360.com - Mall makeover Belk celebrates 5 million renovation expansion
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| Mississippi Tax Free Weekend |
| 7/29/2011 |
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| Sales Tax Holiday July 29 and 30, 2011
The state’s third Sales Tax Holiday will take place during a 48-hour time period beginning 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 29, 2011, and ending 12:00 midnight Saturday, July 30, 2011. The popular “back to school” event is worth 7 percent in savings to consumers as result of waiving the sales tax on specific items.
The items exempt from sales tax during the Sales Tax Holiday period are identical to those items exempted the prior two years. Clothing and footwear items, meant to be worn next to the body and cost less than $100 per item, are exempt from sales tax during this period.
Accessories such as jewelry, handbags, wallets, watches, backpacks, and similar items do not qualify for the Sales Tax Holiday. Cleats and items worn in conjunction with an athletic or recreational activity are other sample items not eligible. School supplies and computers are not included.
Please review the listing of eligible and non-eligible clothing and footwear items for more information.
The following municipalities are suspending the Sales Tax Holiday within their corporate limits and will not participate this year: Bolton, Crenshaw, Enterprise, Heidelberg, and Magnolia.
All retail businesses within the corporate limits of the municipality not participating must charge and remit to the state sales tax on all sales that would normally be exempt under the Sales Tax Holiday.
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| Ridin' for a Reason |
| 6/18/2011 |
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| Wild Hogs Ridin’ for a Reason
Bike, Classic Truck & Car Show/Bike Ride
The Mall at Barnes Crossing and Wild Hogs Biker Gear are teaming up to help children affected by Cystic Fibrosis. All proceeds will go to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for research to find a cure. These children NEED your help.
Events will include a bike show, bike ride, classic truck & car show, entertainment and raffle.
• Where The Mall at Barnes Crossing
Between Dick’s Sporting Goods & Sears
• When Saturday, June 18, 2011
• Time 10am-3pm
Classic Car & Truck Show
• Entry Fee to Show $20
• Entry Fee to Ride $10
• 1st Place Trophy – Best Car—Group One 1979-earlier/Group 2 1980-2011
• 1st Place Trophy – Best Truck –Group One 1979-earlier/Group 2 1980-2011
Bike Show & Ride
• Entry Fee to Show $20
• Entry Fee to Ride $10
• 1st Place Trophy – Best HD/American Made Bike
• 1st Place Trophy – Best Metric Bike
ALL BIKE AND CAR/TRUCK ENTRIES SHOW BE HERE NO LATER THAN 9:30. JUDGING BEGINS AT 2:00PM. The Bike/Car Ride will end at the Tupelo Automobile Museum where ALL awards will be given.
Pre-Register and More Info: Wild Hogs Biker Gear
662-348-7303/662-255-0982
Email: wildhogsbikergear@gmail.com
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| Mall annouces new retailers |
| 5/18/2011 |
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| TUPELO, Miss. - The Mall at Barnes Crossing is announcing three new retailers to open this summer: Wicks 'n More, Flat Tire Grille, and Charming Charlie.
In 1999, mother Beckey Neal and daughter Kim Godsey opened a candle and gift shop in Tupelo, MS, selling their hand-poured candles. Over the course of seven years, Wicks n’ More grew to a multi-million dollar company, selling candles in more than 3000 boutiques and fine department stores throughout the United States.
They are dedicated to each and every one of their products, they uphold the highest standards. Not a day goes by that they are not testing or creating. Their craftsmen create some of the most innovative candles in the world.
Flat Tire Grille will have a full menu and full bar. Food will include sandwiches, burgers, steaks, seafood, appetizers, frozen custard and milkshakes.
Charming Charlie is a fashion accessory boutique that has been delighting women of all ages since 2004. Through a unique blend of fun, style, color and affordability, Charming Charlie helps shoppers pull together their look through the key finishing touches – earrings, necklaces, bracelets, handbags, scarves, belts ... in a fun, boutique environment. |
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