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Powerball Doubling The Price Of Dreams

BJ Kelley — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:08:36 +0000

It looks like my New Year’s Resolution of winning the lottery is going to cost more this year. Or is it my retirement plan? Either way, Powerball lotto tickets will be going to $2 beginning January 15. According to a story from MSN, the reason for the price increase is so they can offer bigger [...]

Surprise, Prices Rise In The New Year

BJ Kelley — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:45:44 +0000

It seems like the prices on everything keep going up. And, despite the fact the economy hasn't recovered yet, 2012 looks to be no different.

The gang over at DealNews put together a list of 11 things that are expected to cost more in the coming year.

Peanut Butter Price Hike Could Make Things Sticky for Consumers

Jeff Giles — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:44:15 +0000

Peanut butter has been a staple for frugal food lovers for years, but a looming price increase could make it more of a luxury item before the end of the year.

Facing shortages after a dismal peanut harvest, producers have begun implementing steep price hikes, and consumers will start feeling the pinch this week — adding to a general rise in the cost of food throughout 2011.

Wal-Mart Is Rolling Back Something, But It's Not Prices

Rick Taylor — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 04:26:32 +0000

Wal-Mart is by far the world’s most popular and profitable retailer. While its stockholders may feel the pinch of taking better care of its employees, even its part-time workers, the 1.4M workers who call Wal-Mart their employer just want to be taken care of too.The AP, through Yahoo! has done some investigative reporting that I [...]

Pump Prices Fall, Slightly

Rick Taylor — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 06:22:13 +0000

We’re paying about a nickel less at the pump today than we were a week ago. AAA’s Daily Fuel Gauge Report says the average price for a gallon of regular gasoline in Shreveport/Bossier is $3.54. At this time last Monday, we were paying $3.59. Statewide, the average this morning is $3.57. Nationally, it’s $3.66. CLICK [...]