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Yahoo added a local search feature to its map tool yesterday, part of its bid to establish itself as the leader in the race to marry search marketing with local businesses.

Yahoo Maps added drag and drop customizable routing, among several other improvements to the site. There’s more discussion and explanation on the Yahoo Local & Maps blog.