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Joann Fabrics to Close All Stores in May. Here Are the Stores That Have Closed So Far
Joann Fabrics, the 80-year-old crafts and fabric supplier, is closing all of its remaining stores by the end of May 2025 and ending its nearly century-long run as one of the country’s leading retailers in the space. Here is everything…
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The Best Store-Bought Guacamole, Ranked
If you’re throwing a party, guacamole should always be on your dip list. It’s a crowd pleaser that’s just as good with tortilla chips as it is with those last couple lonely baby carrots at the bottom of the veggie…
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Big Lots Is Reopening 132 Stores in May. Here’s the Full List
Big Lots, a store known for bargains on everything from welcome mats to mouthwash, filed for bankruptcy last year. Since then, it’s felt like a rollercoaster as some stores close and some stores reopen, but the latest news is great…
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The Best (and Worst) Chicken Noodle Soups at the Grocery Store
They say baseball is America’s pastime, but if you ask me, it’s chicken noodle soup. So many people raised in this country reach for a can of chicken soup when they’re sick, or sad, or even just cold. Chicken noodle…
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Oreo Reveals New Chocolate Covered Pretzel Flavor, Its First Ever Sweet-Salty Snack
Oreo is releasing a limited-edition Chocolate Covered Pretzel flavor. The company announced that this sweet-and-salty combo will hit shelves in May. Here’s everything you need to know. What’s the New Oreo Flavor? The sandwich cookie brand describes the limited-edition release…
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Sam’s Club Will Get Rid of Checkout Lanes in Favor of AI-Assisted System
We all love the value we get from shopping at warehouse clubs, but those endless checkout and exit lines are a real pain. Sam’s Club is hoping to eliminate those frustrating lines — not by adding more cashiers, but by…
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Unusual New Fruits You’re Suddenly Seeing at the Grocery Store
Grocery stores these days try to attract customers to the produce section with choices beyond ordinary apples and oranges. Specialty stores, such as Asian grocers, are even better sources for…
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10 Popular Orange Juice Brands, Ranked
Orange juice is an icon of the breakfast world. As a juice, it’s probably the single most famous, and as a beverage in general, it’s the type of thing that…
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The Best Vanilla Ice Cream Brands at the Grocery Store, Ranked
Think of an ice cream flavor out there and some brand has probably made it. Kraft macaroni and cheese ice cream? Done. Flamin’ Hot Cheetos ice cream? That’s a mash-up…
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10 Tips for Saving Money With the “No-Buy” Challenge
The “No-Buy” challenge trend is sweeping the country, and though it sounds like a hardship you may not wish upon your worst enemy, it could save you a ton of money.…
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Trader Joe’s Is Opening New Stores Across the U.S. Here’s the Full List
At a time when many stores are closing locations or going out of business completely (we’re looking at you, Joann), there are a few chains that are growing. Home Depot,…
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23 Foods You Should NEVER Freeze
Sure, the freezer helps you extend the life of foods and beverages, a bonus in these tough economic times. But there are a number of items that do not do well…
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The Only Trader Joe’s Desserts That Are Worth Your Money
Trader Joe’s may be better known for its zany snacks and inexpensive frozen foods, but it has plenty to offer the shopper with a sweet tooth. Whether you want a bakery-worthy…
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These Chains Are Giving Out Free Pretzels for National Pretzel Day (April 26)
If you’ve ever felt personally victimized by the price of a single pretzel at the mall, this Saturday is your redemption arc. National Pretzel Day falls on April 26, and…
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Costco Business Center: Locations, FAQs, and Why You Should Shop Here
You’ve probably hit your local Costco for $1.50 hot dog combos, pallets of snacks, and pre-made meals — but Costco Business Center is a whole different beast. Designed with local…
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How to Shop at Costco Without a Membership in 2025
Costco is known for unbeatable deals on groceries, electronics, and household essentials, but a membership has traditionally been the golden ticket through the door. As of 2025, Costco has tightened…
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FDA to Ban Food Dyes Found in Cheetos, Skittles, and Other Popular Foods by 2026
If your snack drawer looks like a bag of highlighters, enjoy it while you can. The FDA just announced it would be phasing out petroleum-based synthetic dyes from the U.S.…
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15 Strange and Surprising Facts About Your Favorite Candy
Right up there with otters holding hands and double rainbows, candy is one of those things in life that just makes you happy. Candies have existed for thousands of years,…
