I have used the Wards, Eckerd's, CVS since 1974 or so. It used to be at NW 34th and Classen when it was Ward's.

The main reason I stay at CVS is Alfred the pharmacist. He has been there for almost the entire time and I have come to appreciate his care of me and my family. I even get a birthday card every year from him and his crew. They even sent flowers when my mother died (she shopped there as well)!

Having said that I have had to use Walgreen's a time or two when CVS was closed...after 9 pm and have found them very helpful and would not hesitate to change over if Alfred ever left the store on NW 23rd.

Yes, there are a few panhandlers around...however, lately I have not seen them..perhaps they are been urged to move on. I have also seen the same ones at Walgreens across the street.