Speaking of the sales tax holiday this weekend, the new Circuit City [1] in Alcoa is set to open Saturday.

Some merchandise is eligible for the sales tax exemption (specifically computers costing less than $1500), so it's a chance to save a few bucks.

The stores at the new Hamilton Crossing Plaza will help offset Alcoa's estimated $450,000 loss of sales tax revenues [2] to the new Super Wal*Mart out on 411 S.

The liquor stores that should be opening soon will help, too.