Local Valentine's Day Gift Ideas Patch.com But, if you wait to the last minute, most prepare holiday-themed arrangements to keep on hand for last-minute shoppers. While gifts of jewelry are offered in small departments within big name stores like Wal-Mart, a wider variety of choices can be ... and more »

"Gift-recycling" boom raises concerns over illegal practices - China Daily

"Gift-recycling" boom raises concerns over illegal practices China Daily BEIJING - Recipients of expensive, but unwanted holiday gifts are turning to "gift-recycling" businesses for help getting rid of the things they don't want. At Xiumei, a small cigarette shop in the eastern Chinese city of Nanjing, business has been ... and more »

Most Shoppers Will Show Their Love for Less Than $100 This Valentine's Day ... - MarketWatch (press release)

Most Shoppers Will Show Their Love for Less Than $100 This Valentine's Day ... MarketWatch (press release) Results from PriceGrabber's Valentine's Day shopping survey reveal that 68 percent of consumers who indicated that they plan to celebrate the holiday will spend less than $100 on gifts, with most planning to spend between $25 and $50 total. and more »

Manentine's Day Launches to Celebrate the Man in the Relationship - PR Newswire (press release)

Manentine's Day Launches to Celebrate the Man in the Relationship PR Newswire (press release) The holiday encourages couples to dine at manly restaurants, buy manly gifts, and do manly activities. Even single men can enjoy Manentine's Day by celebrating their friendship with their bros. The holiday provides a platform for significant others to ... and more »

East Peoria offers many Valentine's Day options - East Peoria Times-Courier

East Peoria offers many Valentine's Day options East Peoria Times-Courier For those who value hand-made gifts on this sentimental holiday, Quinn's Station at 125 E. Washington St. offers a variety of gifts. With a purchase, customers receive a hand-crafted Valentine, and a card with a piece of candy and glitter clothespin.