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If you ever wished for a vacuum cleaner that could clean out everything except your wallet, hit the appliance sale at Carson Pirie Scott stores (including Chicago Ridge Mall, 9800 S. Ridgeland Ave.; 708-425-5115 or carsons.com). Dirt Devil’s Vibe swivel bagless vacuum, normally $160, is on sale for $59.99.
Seize the day — no, make that the year — for $4. Though 2009 is barely one-twelfth over, you can get any 2009 calendar for just $4 at local Borders stores (including 830 N. Michigan Ave.; 312-573-0564) Timely options include a Barack Obama calendar, which
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