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Quick news from around the Web...

Haggan launches new loyalty program, e-commerce platform to enhance personalized promotions

At Home opens first location in Louisiana

Sherson Group, which owns 48 Nine West stores in Canada, files for bankruptcy protection

Three-year-old chain Fresh Thyme plans to open 60 stores by 2019

Instacart expands into two Chicago suburbs, adds Jewel-Osco, Petco to area delivery

And finally... Walmart will celebrate Force Friday on Sept. 4 with in-store events to launch the release of the new Star Wars merchandise. Story

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