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I Joined Costco. Here’s What I Wasn’t Expecting
Fans of Costco are quick to praise its prices and products, especially for groceries — and stocking up on essentials in one quick trip, from toilet paper to frozen pizza. I had long resisted the warehouse store because of the membership…
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15 Vintage Photos of 1970s Summer Cookouts
The backyard barbecue is as American as apple pie, and just as much of a tradition. Grilling outside, whether it’s for your friends, family, or your entire neighborhood, is one of the highlights of summer. Take a look at some…
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Costco Will Close All Stores Nationwide on This Day in May. Here’s Why
Costco members who penciled in a Monday stock-up run will need to rethink their plans. The warehouse giant is honoring Memorial Day by closing all U.S. locations for the day. Here is everything you need to know. Why Is Costco Closing…
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Bahama Breeze Abruptly Closes One-Third of Its Locations. Here’s the Full List
If your dinner plans usually involve steel drums and coconut shrimp, it might be time to check if your local Bahama Breeze still exists. The tropical chain just quietly axed a big chunk of its locations — and not just…
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The 5 Best Costco Frozen Pizzas
When Costco discontinued its combo pizza, fans were so devastated that they launched a Change.org petition alongside an impassioned Costco pizza manifesto. The combo pizza, they wrote, “ignites a party of tremendous flavor in the mouths of millions of Costco…
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JCPenney Closing More Stores Nationwide This Week. Here’s the Full List
JCPenney shoppers in several states will be left without a local store come Memorial Day weekend. The once-mighty department store chain is about to pull the plug on seven more locations across the U.S., with closures locked in for Sunday, May 25. Here…
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18 Casserole Recipes That Freeze Well
We’ve all got those busy nights where cooking dinner is impossible. Instead of hitting up the nearest drive-thru, plan ahead and pack your freezer with ready-to-bake casseroles. These hearty, make-ahead…
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Vintage Photos of School Cafeterias That Will Take You Back
If there’s one area in a school that summons fear, terror, excitement, fun, and anxiety all at the same time, it’s the cafeteria. This is a microcosm of society, and…
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Walgreens Closing Stores in 13 States This Month. Here’s the Full List
If you think that companies are filing bankruptcy and closing stores at an alarming rate this year, you’re not alone. So far, Joann has gone out of business, Rite Aid…
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IKEA Is Opening New Locations Nationwide: Here’s the Full List
If you thought your state was safe from the blue-and-yellow maze of flat-packs and impulse buys, think again. IKEA’s not done with America yet. The Swedish furniture giant is back…
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Nostalgic Photos of Old-School Five-and-Dime Stores
Woolworth’s, Grant’s, and McCrory’s may be gone, but the history of five-and-dime stores is still alive at locations across the country.
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10 Best Things to Buy at Big Lots Right Now
News about Big Lots hasn’t slowed down for a moment, but right now, the chain is on a hot streak. With many stores back open, you might want to get…
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7 Foods to Never Eat If You Have High Cholesterol
If you’re struggling with high cholesterol, it’s really important you pay attention to what foods you’re eating to understand how they can impact your levels. While you might find some…
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12 Things to NEVER Buy at a Garage Sale
Garage sale shopping either gives you chills of excitement or completely repulses you. There’s no doubt that used or unwanted items can offer some great deals if you’re willing to…
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Things the Middle Class Spent Money on in the ’70s
The 1970s were no freewheeling economic joyride for the American middle class. For the average household, life was a mix of post-war frugality, rising consumerism, and a very different idea…
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Rite Aid Closing 115 Locations Following Bankruptcy. Here’s the Full List
UPDATE: Rite Aid Closing Hundreds More Stores. Here’s the Full List Things aren’t looking good for Rite Aid. The pharmacy chain filed for bankruptcy on May 5, the second time in…
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10 Foods in Your Freezer You Should Toss Immediately
When it comes to maintaining a clean and safe kitchen, it can be easy to neglect the freezer. This includes forgetting about foods that have been left to sit for…
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Unique American Donut Styles You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
If you think the tempting array of donuts on display at your local bakery is a lot, imagine if it included varieties you’ve never heard of before. There’s a whole…
