Would a Block by Any Other Name Smell as Sweet?

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Some big changes in store for the mall that holds the dubious distinction of being a favorite of both high-end bargain shoppers and wannabe-gangbangers: The Block at Orange may not be The Block at Orange for much longer. Since they're courting more upscale shoppers -- look for a Nordstrom Rack to go in the center, but not until 2012 -- they think they need a name change to match. The OC Register is running a reader contest to propose names for the center: so far, our favorites are "A Blockwork Orange" and "For Those Who Can't Afford to Shop at South Coast Plaza." [OCRegister]

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