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Shoppers wonder through the game department at the F.A.O. Schwarz toy store 23 December 2005 in New York. (Photo by DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images)

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Regional retailers are hopeful for the holidays

by Cathy Wurzer, Minnesota Public Radio
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Minnesota Public Radio's Cathy Wurzer talks with retailers from around the region about what they are doing differently this year because of the down economy and low consumer confidence.

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  • Michele Cromer-Poire: Co-owner the Red Balloon Bookshop in St. Paul.
  • Greg Danz: Owner of Zandbroz Variety in Fargo, North Dakota.
  • Catherine Tharis: Owner of Catherine's Imports in Duluth.

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