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Ancient tablet acquired by Hobby Lobby going back to Iraq
Read full article: Ancient tablet acquired by Hobby Lobby going back to IraqIt was looted from an Iraqi museum 30 years ago, Now, a 3,500-year-old clay tablet discovered in the ruins of the library of an ancient Middle Eastern king is finally headed back to Iraq.
Salvation Armyโs red kettlebell program in jeopardy this year
Read full article: Salvation Armyโs red kettlebell program in jeopardy this yearThat includes the Salvation Army. โWith our annual fundraising red kettle program in jeopardy this year, weโre asking people to be extremely generous and give early,โ Devers said. Thatโs why the Salvation Army is asking you to take action, donate online, and share on social media. The Salvation Army of Northeast Florida will soon take applications for those families in need this holiday season. In addition to the online fundraising endeavor, the Salvation Army has another event this week to help families facing poverty.
Hobby Lobby raising its minimum wage to $17
Read full article: Hobby Lobby raising its minimum wage to $17Next month, all full-time Hobby Lobby employees who earn an hourly wage will make at least $17 an hour. The company most recently raised its minimum hourly wage in 2014 to $15 for full-time hourly employees. The federally established minimum wage is currently $7.25. Virginiaโs minimum wage will become $9.50, starting May 1, 2021, and by Jan. 1, 2026, will be $15 an hour. Hobby Lobby has locations in Jacksonville and St. Johns County.
Too early? It's only July and Hobby Lobby has Christmas decorations out
Read full article: Too early? It's only July and Hobby Lobby has Christmas decorations outJACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Its a yearly debate: How early is too early for stores to put out Christmas decorations? Clearly, Hobby Lobby thinks five months before is the perfect time, as holiday trees, ornaments and more already line its shelves before the end of July. Maybe just the idea of winter and the Christmas holiday can help cool people down? Hobby Lobby isnt the only store in town prepping for Christmas. Where else have you seen Christmas decorations already out in stores?