1.   A variety of area computer stores specialize in refitting older computers with new components.

2.   Although some are available premixed with tequila in area liquor stores, we excluded those to ensure all mixes were combined with the same quality and flavor tequila.

3.   An unscientific, random sampling of calls to popular area stores found many sales clerks who had no idea a tax-free week was imminent.

4.   Area liquor stores and gas stations raised their prices in line with the price hike by Wednesday morning.

5.   As for the herbs, ginseng root is available at most area health food stores.

6.   At least two area stores are able to special-order Jerusalem crosses for you, but neither stocks gold ones.

7.   Atlanta-based Home Depot Inc., which has its first two area stores under construction and another planned, may be the buyer, they said.

8.   At Wal-Mart, he shuttles between four area stores.

9.   A Price Chopper spokesman said Thursday that operations are normal at its area stores.

10.   Closer to home, Elizabeth Parnell operates Fromagerie Belle Chevre in Elkmont, Ala., and supplies many Atlanta chefs and area specialty stores.