By James Ramage, Daily Press, Victorville, Calif. Knight Ridder/Tribune Business News
Oct. 25--VICTORVILLE, Calif.--After reporting solid sales last holiday season, High Desert retailers anticipate equally strong sales numbers this holiday.
Although the nation's sagging economy, high consumer debt and stubborn unemployment all paint a daunting picture, retailers said the Victor Valley outlook remains positive.
"I don't see anything in the local economy that would change that," said Janice Olson, general manager of the Mall at Victor Valley.