This is the GameStop closest to my house and while I'm not the gamer I was 10-15 years ago, I've…read moregotten back into things some due to having a seven year old who absolutely adores Nintendo characters so we playing a lot of Nintendo Switch games. Lately GameStop has had more of a focus on collectibles which I appreciate. Collecting action figures is my main hobby so having somewhere close by where I can browse and pick up items is pretty welcome. Here are a few thoughts: 1. This is one of the smaller Gamestop stores (the larger ones are called "Prestige" stores, I believe. this one does have a nice assortment of action figures, Funko POP! vinyls, and other gaming collectibles, but not as much as the Prestige stores. They go through spurts where they'll be well stocked, kind of get cleared out, and then get a bunch of new stuff again. 2. Some GameStops have the "GameStop Vibe" where non-hardcore gamers/ outsiders/ muggles are made to feel incredibly awkward. Over the past few years I've felt that this store hasn't had the GameStop vibe, i.e. no one harasses you for not preordering, for what games you purchase, etc. This GameStop has a great staff. My daughter likes to go in here to chat with the staff and they're all super friendly and super helpful. 3. To get the best value, pay attention to the sales they have going on. Sometimes they'll give extra credit towards a console purchase, new pre-order, or used games. Time your trade-in to get the best value and pick up something you really want and watch out for their sales with are often pretty good. 4. I actually really like Gamestop's Game Informer magazine so paying the 12-15 bucks for a year subscription plus the perks of Power Up membership which gets you a percentage off of used game purchases and additional trade in credit. Sometimes it's worth it just because you'll get more credit/ money by having it than you will spend on the membership, plus you get some fun mail once a month. 6. Keep in mind that Gamestop tends to pay less than most places for used games. If you have a local gaming store near you give them a try first. Gamestop seems to be more lenient about what they take in, though, probably because they can move stock between stores. Even though I'm not the gamer I once was, I still like walking through Gamestop and this one isn't bad. I honestly probably go there more for collectibles and such these days.

I called ahead of time before I made the hour drive to then to make sure they had a game in stock…read more They assured me they did. Upon arrival they told me they couldn't find the game, and I doubt they even looked. The staff is uncaring, and Steven in particular was not helpful in the slightest, being dismissive and flippant. Normally I have fantastic experiences at GameStop, but this is the second time this GameStop in particular has let me down. I recommend GameStop, just any of them besides this one.

It's absolutely free! This newspaper is intended to highlight the many different activities in next…read moredoor Rutherford County, N.C. It's almost like a paper version of Facebook. There's many individuals advertising things for sale. Also a lot of businesses advertise. There's stories of interest to please anyone. If anyone in Cherokee County, S.C. feels the urge to do a little shopping in North Carolina, this would act like a roadmap to your destination. This is a nice idea that draws a portion of local commerce elsewhere.

Awesome weekly paper with good deals on all kinds of things!! Free classified ads for individuals…read moreplus very affordable advertising for small businesses.

From the owner: We are Upstate South Carolina's FREE weekly want ad paper!read more

Here's another free item that has distribution boxes in front of most businesses. No strings…read moreattached; absolutely free.! The one I briefly looked at reminded me of most any local newspaper. There's different sections such as front page news, local sports, and advertising. If you find yourself passing through some S.C./N.C. border counties; stop and get one.

The Charlotte Post was founded in 1878 and is a weekly newspaper published here in Charlotte North…read moreCarolina. It is minority-owned and operated, and positions itself, according to their own "about" page as "a leading provider of news, information and entertainment from a black perspective." The masthead says "The Voice of the Black Community." It is distributed in dark green newspaper boxes and is free. Most of the boxes are in Uptown Charlotte and, according to wikipedia, primarily in African-American neighborhoods. Its circulation is 22,305. This week's newspaper is sixteen pages with the above-the-fold headline and photo of North Carolina's new Lieutenant Governor-elect, Mark Robinson. Robinson is a Republican, which presents certain challenges when the Governor is a Democrat. And the Post provides a great amount of ink to discuss. The Life section is timely with a holiday menu and recipes and lifestyle stories, yes, from a black perspective. It's an interesting newspaper and I'll be looking for it in my travels so that I can round out my news input. [Review 14339 overall, 1663 of 2020, number 2706 in North Carolina.]

good book store to do schoolwork or to read a book. Coffee is great and overall ambiance is nice.read more

The customer service here was outstanding. My son and I were greeted when we walked in, and the…read morelady running the shop was very nice and friendly. What stood out the most was that unlike a shop we visited yesterday (I won't name it, but it's in Hickory), my son wasn't followed around by the owner/staff like he was up to no good (my son is 2 months shy of 7 at the time of this, and he kept his hands in his pockets most of the time, so I'm not sure why that person felt the need to make me uncomfortable by following my kid and getting wide-eyed every time he pointed to something or touched anything). We felt very welcome at Got Books, and I look forward to going back! Also, the coffee is great!

I picked up a free copy of the Herald Citizen at Bojangles so that I would have something different…read moreto read during lunch instead of poking on my phone (and getting my phone all greasy). Interesting local news with the year end wrap up. Some politics, a lot of local stuff (there's a steakhouse closing and a distillery opening, but not the same location), and several locals sounding off with letters to the editor (I agree and also oppose the bonds). Useful and free. Why not be a fan? [Review 12654 overall, 2446 of 2019.]

I never thought that I could ever give an Ollie's five stars. Trust me, this one deserves them!…read moreThis is without a doubt the most discounted merchandise under any one roof that I've ever seen! Not only was this store loaded with stuff, it's also placed orderly on the shelves. I took some pictures that I found interesting to me and I hope you like them. This is a genuine diamond in the rough!

From the owner: At Ollie's, we sell "Good Stuff Cheap"! You'll find brand name merchandise at up to 70% off the…read morefancy store prices every day! We've got bargains on housewares, bedroom and bathroom, books, flooring, toys, electronics, furniture, air conditioners, clothing, health and beauty products, patio, pet supplies and so much more. You never know what you'll find at one of our "semi-lovely" stores unless you stop by and see for yourself!