or something...
The Valdosta Daily Times - Internet Edition: "A recent story in the Georgia Times-Union described the growing popularity of open-air malls throughout the country, especially in Jacksonville.
The integration of outdoor spaces and ways to access stores more easily from parking areas are becoming more important to today's shoppers. Even traditional department stores such as Dillard's and Nordstrom have chosen to build in open-air centers in Richmond, Va.
Another story describes the wider mix of stores and eateries that value-conscious consumers demand. They might want to go from a high-end store such as Nordstrom to an Old Navy in the same mall. The retail sector here and everywhere is in a state of flux, and developers and local leaders must respond to the constant changes demanded by consumers."

Ok, I really don't have much of a opinion on the subject. My issue is with these types of editorials. THEY DON"T MEAN ANYTHING! NOTHING! This sounds like it was written by a bunch of brain dead surfers or Bevis and Butthead. Should have ended ".......developers and local leaders must respond to the constant changes demanded by consumers or something."