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New Credit Card Law Goes into Effect

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Last Updated: 7:03 PM 02/22/10 - The credit card industry plays by new rules, starting today. The reforms approved last spring finally go into effect. But, the new laws could end up a mixed blessing for consumers. - (Full Story)

Toys 'R' Us Offers Discount for Used Baby Products

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Last Updated: 3:36 PM 02/10/10 - Toys 'R' Us is offering you a big incentive to get rid of used children's products. - (Full Story)

	Online Merchants Offer Free Shipping to Christmas Procrastinators 0 Comments Last Updated: 8:26 PM 12/16/09 - If you haven't finished your Christmas shopping, online retailers are offering you an incentive. (Full Story)
	Southwest Launches $25 Fare Sale 1 Comment Last Updated: 6:43 PM 10/27/09 - DALLAS (AP) - Southwest Airlines has launched an air fare sale in which some flights cost the same as what other carriers charge to check a bag. (Full Story)
	Saving You Money: Home Brewed Beer 4 Comments Last Updated: 7:27 AM 09/30/09 - Throughout the recession, most of us have been cutting back. That often means slashing spending on alcohol. (Full Story)
	The Importance of Recess in Schools 1 Comment Last Updated: 9:08 PM 08/21/09 - Recess is sometimes the only opportunity some students have to get exercise during the school day. But, some recess is disappearing in some communities. (Full Story)
	Texas Sales Tax Holiday This Weekend 0 Comments Last Updated: 3:28 PM 08/18/09 - Here's all you need to know about this weekend's sales tax holiday. (Full Story)
	JetBlue Offers All-You-Can-Fly Pass for $599 0 Comments Last Updated: 4:30 PM 08/13/09 - How would you like to fly across the United States in a month and spend only $600 doing it? (Full Story)
	Saving You Money: School Supplies 14 Comments Last Updated: 2:42 PM 08/11/09 - According to the National Retail Federation the average family with school aged-children will spend about $550 dollars on school supplies. However, there are ways to cut the cost. (Full Story)
	Recession Drives Library Visits 3 Comments Last Updated: 10:41 PM 06/25/09 - An old tradition is making a comeback. More people are visiting the library to save money. (Full Story)
	Saving You Money: Deals at Your Local Pharmacy 2 Comments Last Updated: 2:57 PM 06/05/09 - Drugstores and good deals aren't two things you usually think go together, but one local mom says this is a misconception. Amanda Autrey of Jewett is actually spending less on everyday items at your local pharmacy. (Full Story)
	Save Money on Energy Friendly Appliances This Weekend 0 Comments Last Updated: 6:10 PM 05/21/09 - This weekend, you will get a break from state and local taxes as part of Texas' second annual Energy Star Sales Tax Holiday. (Full Story)
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