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Dollar General Closing Almost 150 Stores Soon
Over 20,000 Dollar General Stores operate across the country, providing a place to get inexpensive housewares and groceries. But soon that number will shrink by nearly 150 locations, according to financial information released by the company. Here’s what we know…
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Joann Gift Card Holders Are Out of Luck as Stores Go Out of Business
What do you do when a company goes out of business, but you have a gift card for it? Well, as Joann gift card holders are finding out, you’re often out of luck. Here’s what’s happening, and why people with…
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Smooth and Affordable Whiskeys That Deserve Sipping
A spot of whiskey can put you in high spirits for the weekend or add warmth to a chilly night, but there’s no need to spend big money on a premium, vintage variety for everyday sipping when there are plenty…
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16 Things in Your Fridge to Toss Immediately
With grocery prices still climbing, Americans are paying closer attention to keeping fresh food in the fridge and discarding spoiled items. Understanding product labels helps consumers determine if a product is at peak quality: “Best if used by/before”typically indicates when to…
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These 10 States Produce the Most Food in the U.S.
Ever wonder where your groceries come from? The U.S. is a food-growing giant, and a few states do the heavy lifting. Using the latest USDA numbers, we’ve ranked the top 10 food producers based on 2023 cash receipts — cash…
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Popular Frozen Meatballs, Ranked Best to Worst
You makin’ subs? You makin’ spaghetti? Need to feed Cousin Eddie, Aunt Valentina, and Uncle Enzo? Meatballs are a crucial but time-consuming part of any Italian feast, and gathering the many ingredients involved can be expensive. The good news is…
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Products Your Grandparents Swore By That Are Still Worth Buying
Modern households have plenty of new items and products that didn’t exist 10 years ago, and some might not still exist 10 years from now. But other brands and products have…
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Best Things to Buy from Trader Joe’s if You Live Alone
Grocery shopping when you live alone can be quite a hassle; it always feels hard to cost-effectively shop for one person. The good news is that there are few grocery…
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16 Eggless Breakfast Recipes For When Eggs Are a Luxury
The price of eggs is soaring because of avian flu, and experts don’t believe there will be relief any time soon. For many people, that puts a big hole in…
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13 Foods Every ‘70s Kids Had In Their Lunchbox
If it was packed, you ate it, preservatives be damned. That was pretty much the ethos of the ’70s lunchbox. Times have changed, all right—now lunchboxes come with insulated compartments,…
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13 New Orleans Recipes to Celebrate Mardi Gras
Just because you can’t make it to New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras this year, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the festivities — and food — of the Big Easy…
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17 Cheap and Easy Seafood Recipes to Make During Lent
If you hope to cook more seafood this Spring, chances are you’re also concerned about your grocery budget. The sky is the limit on fish and shellfish prices, so even…
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5 Things That Drain the Most Electricity in Your Home
Hefty electricity bills can ruin your month, especially since we live in a world where even eggs are unaffordable. If you’re looking for a way to cut down your bill,…
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200 Big Lots Locations Will Stay Open Despite Bankruptcy. Here’s the Full List.
UPDATE: Big Lots Will Reopen 218 Locations. Here’s the Full List Opening This Week The Big Lots bankruptcy saga continues. This time, there’s good news: Approximately 200 stores will stay open…
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51 Recipes to Keep Your Slow Cooker Bubbling While You’re Busy
The slow cooker, or Crock-Pot, is too often relegated to the back of a kitchen cabinet for most of the year, making a brief appearance for a few winter soups and…
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Costco Prepared Meals That’ll Feed Your Whole Family
Costco’s prepared meals can really come to the rescue when you’ve got a crowd to feed but you’re trying to avoid dining out or ordering delivery (again). For most of these…
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9 Best Bang-for-Your-Buck Foods at Costco
If you let your stomach dictate what you throw into your cart, buying bulk foods on a budget can be treacherous. You might come home with enough croissants to feed…
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Arby’s Brings Back Potato Cakes for Good — Or They’ll Sue Themselves
After a four-year hiatus, Arby’s is bringing back its beloved Potato Cakes — permanently. And this time, you don’t have to worry about them playing with your emotions — the…
