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SMALL BUSINESS
You Won't See These
In 2008
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Abbot Genser, HBO
Top Departures of 2007
When Tony Soprano and crew said goodbye to the airwaves in June after an eight-year run, it marked the end of one of the greatest TV shows in history. Its departure is just one of the many things you won't see in the coming year.
Take a look back with us and say goodbye to some memorable products, companies and people.
Next: McRib Sandwich -
McDonald's
The McRib
Originally added to McDonald's menu in 1981, the McRib was first discontinued back in 1985 due to mediocre sales. Following some occasional limited runs, it was pulled again in 2005 following a 'McRib Farewell Tour'.
McDonald's brought back the McRib once again in October for the 'McRib Farewell Tour 3.'
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Next: Coke Blak -
Coca-Cola Company
Coca-Cola Blak
Introduced to much fanfare in 2006, Coke Blak was Coca-Cola's attempt at mixing Coke with coffee. An eight-ounce bottle of Coca-Cola Blak contained 46 milligrams of caffeine.
In late August, after just one year on the market, it was announced that Coca-Cola will discontinue the drink once supplies run out.
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Next: NFL Europe -
NFL Europe
NFL Europe was founded in 1991 as the World League of American Football. Originally the league had 10 teams playing a 10-game regular season. The WLAF first suspended operations in 1993.
In 1995, the league was re-launched with six teams. After a decade of mediocre success, the NFL disbanded the league in June.
Read More on NFL Europe
Next: Nintendo GameCube -
Nintendo GameCube
The video game console was part of gamemaker Nintendo's sixth generation that was the successor to Nintendo 64 and the predecessor of the Wii.
The console debuted in late 2001 and has sold over 21 million units.
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Next: House & Garden Magazine -
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House & Garden Magazine
After the December issue, the 106-year-old magazine is being shut down for the second time. It folded in 1993 before being relaunched two years later. It was one of Condé Nast's oldest titles.
In December, it was also announced that Martha Stewart's Blueprint magazine would soon be shut down.
Read More on Home & Garden Magazine
Next: Infant Cough Medicine -
Infant Cough and Cold Medicine
In October, cough and cold medicines were pulled when federal regulators and private doctors warned of potential health risks.
New evidence showed that children under the age of 2 were at risk taking cold medicines from brands such as Tylenol, Dimetapp, and Pediacare.
Read More on Infant Medicine
Next: Topps Meat -
Topps Meat
Founded in 1940 by Benjamin Sachs, Topps Meat Company distributed and produced frozen ground beef. The company ceased production in October due to E. coli contamination -- making history by conducting one of the largest beef recalls in the U.S., second only to Hudson Food Company's recall in 1997.
Read More on Topps Meat
Next: Dodge Magnum -
Bryan Rinnert
Dodge Magnum
Introduced by Chrysler in 1978, the Dodge Magnum name has been used for a number of vehicles, including, most recently, for station wagons, which will stop production with the current model year.
Other announced car exits include the Dodge Caravan, Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler Crossfire sports car and PT Cruiser convertible.
Read More on Car Departures
Next: Grape Pop-Tarts -
Grape Pop-Tarts
Kellogg discontinued production of frosted grape Pop-Tarts in May due to low customer demand. There have been many flavors of Pop-Tarts debuted since their launch in 1964.
Two other sweet products that were discontinued this year were Oreo O's Cereal and Lemon Pastry Cream Girl Scout Cookies.
Read More on Grape Pop-Tarts
Next: Exotic Mortgages -
Exotic Mortgages
Say goodbye (for now) to option ARMs, 0% down mortgage loans, and ridiculously low teaser rates, to name a few of the types of mortgages that gained popularity during the recent housing bubble.
After the housing bubble burst, many experts blamed the mess on these low-cost mortgages.
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Next: CompUSA -
AP
CompUSA
Can you believe the richest man in the world, Carlos Slim, could turn a multi-billion dollar investment into zero dollars in just eight years? Well, he did. A consumer electronics retailer for 20 years, CompUSA will be closing its remaining 103 stores by the end of 2007 due to financial difficulties amid tough competition from retailers like Best Buy.
Read More on CompUSA
Next: Bombay Company -
Bombay Company
You won't be seeing Bombay Company after this holiday season. Founded in 1978, the furniture and home accessories retailer officially filed for bankruptcy in September of 2007. It has been sold to Gordon Brothers/Hilco.
Read More on Bombay Company
Next: Eckerd Pharmacy -
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Eckerd Pharmacy
With over 1,500 stores throughout the U.S., Eckerd Pharmacy served as the principal drug chain in several states until the nearly 110-year old chain was acquired by Rite-Aid Pharmacy in June. Rite-Aid has since converted all Eckerd stores to Rite-Aid stores.
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Next: Cingular -
John Bazemore, AP
Cingular
When AT&T acquired BellSouth in December of 2006, it also heralded the end to Cingular. Cingular also came under AT&T with this acquisition, and its brand was eventually weeded out from AT&T during the acquisition transition that ended in June.
Read More on Cingular
Next: Levitz Furniture -
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Levitz
Levitz used to be one of the biggest home furniture stores in the U.S. However, this year it has filed for bankruptcy for the third (and final) time in 10 years.
Founded in 1910, the 97-year-old furniture store began closing its 76 stores this December.
Read More on Levitz
Next: NetBank -
NetBank
Known as one of the first Internet banks, NetBank closed its doors in late September, after just 10 years of existence. In 2006, NetBank began noting deficiency problems, which lead to company restructuring, and then to its demise this year.
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Next: 'Sopranos' -
HBO
'The Sopranos'
Six seasons, 86 episodes and a slew of Emmy awards later, 'The Sopranos' ended an eight-and-a-half year run on HBO this June. The drama was one of the most popular cable TV series ever.
Other long-running series that ended runs in 2007 included 'The King of Queens', 'The O.C.' and 'Seventh Heaven.'
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Next: Bob Barker -
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Bob Barker
The host with the most who guided 'The Price is Right' since 1972, Bob Barker retired in June, at the age of 83.
With a career spanning more than 50 years hosting numerous shows, Barker is best known for his 35-year stint on the popular CBS game show. Drew Carey replaced Barker as host in September.
Read More on Bob Barker
Next: In Memoriam -
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In Memoriam
We lost a number of memorable people in the world of business in 2007. Among them:
Helen Walton: Wal-Mart
Roger Smith: Former GM Chief
Dick Wilson: TV's Mr. Whipple
Merv Griffin: TV Syndication
Bob Evans: Sausage King
Ernest Gallo: Winemaker
Liz Claiborne: Clothing Designer
J. Roger Cade: Gatorade Inventor
Read More on People We Lost
Next: Winners & Losers of '07 -
Biggest Money Winners of 2007
These nineteen people and one lucky pooch had very lucrative years. 20 Money Winners
Biggest Money Losers of 2007
It was not the best of years for this group of people. 20 Money Losers
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