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Dairy Queen is giving out free ice cream to celebrate the start of spring

Kaitlin Gates  |  March 15, 2024

Dairy Queen's annual Free Cone Day is returning in 2024 on the first day of spring. Here's how you can find a participating location.

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Amazon is offering a year of free Grubhub Plus delivery

Tod Caviness  |  March 8, 2024

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Aldi is adding 800 new stores across the US

Scripps News  |  March 8, 2024

The discount grocer's five-year expansion plan looks to capitalize on cost-conscious Americans feeling the pinch at grocery stores.

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Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts on Super Tuesday, March 5

Beth Shea  |  March 4, 2024

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts is running a Super TWOsday deal in honor of Super Tuesday, March 5, on which you can enjoy two free doughnuts!

Burger King restaurant

Burger King fires back at Wendy’s pricing news by offering free burgers

Marie Rossiter  |  February 29, 2024

Following news that Wendy's planned to test dynamic pricing, Burger King responded with a freebie deal on Whoppers.

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You may qualify for a $25 payout from Walmart in a class action lawsuit

Marie Rossiter  |  February 29, 2024

Submit your claim in a class action lawsuit against Walmart to get a payout based on qualifying store purchases. No proof of purchase needed.

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12 leap day freebies and deals you can get on Feb. 29

Marie Rossiter  |  February 28, 2024

The extra day in 2024 comes with some extra deals at fast-food chains, Build-A-Bear and even a gym membership.

Wendy's restaurant

Wendy’s will test surge pricing based on fluctuating customer demand

Marie Rossiter  |  February 27, 2024

In an earnings call, Wendy's CEO told investors the chain wants to study its pricing structure based on customer demand throughout the day.

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You may be receiving an IRS collection reminder soon. Here’s what to know

Kate Streit  |  February 21, 2024

Taxpayers with outstanding balances may soon be getting a letter notifying them about their debt from the IRS.

Teachers can get free Colgate toothbrush kits for their students

Tod Caviness  |  January 30, 2024

Teachers can get free dental health kits for 24 students in their classrooms, thanks to this offer from Colgate.

Couple celebrates Valentine's Day at White Castle

White Castle launches Valentine’s Day meal kit to ease dine-in ‘Love Castles’ demand

Scripps News  |  January 24, 2024

The chain's Love Kit comes with 12 sliders, pickles and a White Castle-scented candle. Reservations for dinner are still available, too.

Collage of vacuums on sale during Amazon Winter Sale

The 12 best vacuum deals from Amazon’s Winter Sale

Marie Rossiter  |  January 19, 2024

The new year is a great time for cleaning up your space! Get some help with these great vacuum deals from Amazon.

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Get grande drinks for $3 at Starbucks today

Marie Rossiter  |  January 18, 2024

Starbucks has extended its Grande drink deal and BOGO weekend promotion to offer $3 drinks on Jan. 18 and BOGO Jan. 20-21.

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Teachers can get free food and drinks at Sonic this week

Marie Rossiter  |  January 16, 2024

Teachers, faculty and staff at a K-12 school or degree-granting university can get a daily freebie via the Sonic app through Jan. 19.

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Save 45% on luxury hair care products during Ulta’s ‘Jumbo Sale’

Marie Rossiter  |  January 11, 2024

Looking to stock up on some of your favorite hair care? The Ulta Jumbo Sale gets you up to 45% off on major hair care brands.

Sam's Club Member's Mark 20-Piece Break-resistant Wheat Straw Kids Dinnerware Set

Pick up this 20-piece break-resistant kids dinnerware set for $15

Marie Rossiter  |  January 10, 2024

This cute set of dishes for four from Sam's Club is fun for kids and practical for parents. Plus, it comes in six cute designs!

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Bath & Body Works’ Semi-Annual Sale is happening now

Kaitlin Gates  |  January 10, 2024

The Bath & Body Works Semi-Annual Sale is your chance to get great discounts on seasonal scents, so you'll want to check it out now.

Little girls decorating small paper mache

Crayola’s Creativity Week lets kids learn from artists, chefs, ballerinas and more—for free

Kaitlin Gates  |  January 9, 2024

Crayola has partnered with astronomers, actors, illustrators and other inspiring people for its annual Creativity Week from Jan. 22-28.

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Amazon locker mystery: Why are pickup lockers appearing in your address list?

John Matarese  |  December 28, 2023

It appears Amazon may have intended to give you more delivery options during the busy holiday season.

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How to add free Grinch quick replies to your Ring doorbell

Bridget Sharkey  |  December 15, 2023

If you own a Ring doorbell, here's how you can add some automatic Grinch messages to brighten up the holiday season.

Holiday photo of Santa posing with two dogs.

You can get a free photo of your pet with Santa at PetSmart

Marie Rossiter  |  December 12, 2023

PetSmart's annual Paws & Claus event is happening on Dec. 16 and Dec. 17, and you'll want to reserve a spot for this popular photo op.

A dozen Krispy Kreme original glazed donuts in box

You can get a dozen Krispy Kreme doughnuts for $1 today

Kaitlin Gates  |  December 12, 2023

Krispy Kreme's annual Day of Dozens is back this Dec. 12, and that means you can score a dozen doughnuts or just $1!

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Holiday shoppers warned against buying counterfeit luxury goods

John Matarese  |  December 12, 2023

As you grab those last minute gifts, watch out for counterfeit Apple products, Nike products and more.

Starbucks reusable red holiday cups for 2023

Get 50% off any drink at Starbucks every Thursday in December

Kaitlin Gates  |  December 6, 2023

Starbucks is providing its rewards members with half off a drink every Thursday afternoon this month. It's a great time to join!

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Verizon to offer $10-a-month Netflix and Max streaming bundle deal

Marie Rossiter  |  December 5, 2023

Verizon customers will be able to get a 40% discount on the usual monthly fee for these streaming services when it launches Dec. 7.

Closeup of a group of assorted cookies. Chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, white chocolate fill the frame.

10 chains giving out free or discounted cookies for National Cookie Day 2023

Kaitlin Gates  |  December 4, 2023

Dec. 4 is National Cookie Day, and this year you can find discounts and freebies by the dozen or as a single cookie with your lunch or dinner.

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Win an Amazon gift card this Black Friday with Hip2Save’s giveaway

Bridget Sharkey  |  November 21, 2023

Hip2Save's Black Friday Amazon Prime gift card giveaway is back this year, and you can sign up to win between $15 and $100.

A man fills up his gas tank at a Sheetz location in Pennsylvania.

Sheetz gas stations will have $1.99 gas for the Thanksgiving holiday

Marie Rossiter  |  November 21, 2023

Thanksgiving is one of the biggest travel weekends of the year, and one chain of gas stations is offering a great discount on filling up.

Nike’s early Black Friday deals include shoes starting at $29

Marie Rossiter  |  November 17, 2023

The early sale includes deals on men's, women's and kids' shoes, plus workout gear like fleece pullovers, tights and joggers.

Store owner sets sign to closed

Here are the stores closed on Thanksgiving 2023

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  November 16, 2023

Need to run out for a last minute gift or groceries on Turkey Day? Plan ahead: These national retailers are closed for Thanksgiving 2023.

Friends eat fries, burger at fast food restaurant

11 deals you can get on National Fast Food Day

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  November 15, 2023

Take a night off kitchen duty on Nov. 16 and enjoy some of these deals, which happen to be available at fast food restaurants right now.

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Adopt a dog for free on Pedigree’s first-ever Shelter Sunday

Kaitlin Gates  |  November 10, 2023

If you're ready to adopt a dog in time for the holidays, do it on Pedigree's first-ever Shelter Sunday and get reimbursed.

Grocery store customer has produce on self-checkout scale

Why self-checkout has become controversial

Scripps News  |  October 30, 2023

With some stores removing self checkout due to increased theft, others are embracing self-service options. What's the impact on consumers?

Sephora store front

Sephora’s massive Holiday Savings Event is here, with up to 30% off

Marie Rossiter  |  October 27, 2023

Sephora's annual holiday sale is here. Rouge members get 20% off now, while VIB and Beauty Insiders get access Oct. 31. Here's what we know.

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Charmin makes major change to toilet paper, says you’ll ‘enjoy the go’ even more

John Matarese  |  October 27, 2023

Procter and Gamble (P&G) says it has just altered the roll of Charmin bathroom tissue for the first time in a century.

Thanksgiving turkey at dinner table

Aldi and Walmart are lowering prices on Thanksgiving groceries

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 26, 2023

Both grocers are reducing prices starting Nov. 1 on favorite traditional holiday foods and charcuterie items in advance of Thanksgiving.

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AMC is offering $5 movie tickets, but you won’t know what’s playing

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 26, 2023

If you don't mind not knowing which movie you're seeing, this AMC Theatres deal on Nov. 6 might be right up your alley.

VacLife Leaf Blower Cordless with Battery and Charger

This cordless leaf blower is just $90 today

Marie Rossiter  |  October 19, 2023

The VacLife Electric Cordless Leaf Blower, which is 55% off right now, comes with a blower, attachable air tube, battery and charger

Children sit in a row reading books

Get a free children’s book with Mott’s purchases

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 17, 2023

Buy Mott's Fruit Flavored Snacks and you can get up to 16 free books when you provide a receipt as proof of purchase.

The 10 best deals at Lowe’s 72 hours of Super Savings sale

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 9, 2023

The sale, which runs Oct. 9-11, offers deep discounts on appliances, electronics, home goods, tools and lawn and garden essentials.

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Discovery+ announces price hike, and Netflix could follow

Marie Rossiter  |  October 5, 2023

Discovery+ is the latest streaming service to announce a price increase for subscriptions this year, and Netflix could be charging more soon.

Entrance to the Juilliard School

The Juilliard School will no longer charge tuition for graduate acting program

Kathleen St. John  |  October 5, 2023

Talented actors will now get a leg up at the Juilliard School, which is offering its masters program in acting with no tuition costs.

How to claim money in the A&W soda class-action settlement

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  October 4, 2023

If you have purchased A&W root beer with a specific claim on the label, you may be entitled to a small amount of cash.

Woman opens Amazon boxes

The best early deals at Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale

Marie Rossiter  |  October 3, 2023

Amazon's Prime Big Day Deal Days sale runs Oct. 10-11, but there are plenty of deals to be had now, ahead of the sale event.

Target retail storefront in Hudson, Wisconsin

The 10 best deals at Target’s Circle Week sale

Kaitlin Gates  |  October 2, 2023

During Target Circle Week 2023, Oct. 1-7, find deals like 40% off kitchen goods, 30% off women's clothing and 20% off bed and bath.

Uber Eats will start accepting food stamps in 2024

Bridget Sharkey  |  September 26, 2023

Uber Eats will allow customers to pay using SNAP/EBT benefits in an effort to make grocery delivery available to more people.

Couple pays bills at kitchen table

From now on you get your credit reports free once a week

Kathleen St. John  |  September 22, 2023

All three major credit reporting agencies, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, made a joint announcement about the new policy on Sept. 18.

Prime members, download this Amazon app and get a $15 credit

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  September 20, 2023

Prime members can download Amazon Photos on iOS, Android or Google Play, then get a $15 credit to use during the site's Big Deal Days.

Olive Garden's Never Ending Pasta Bowl dishes

Olive Garden’s Never Ending Pasta Bowl is returning soon

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 20, 2023

The annual pasta event starts this year on Sept. 25 and runs through Nov. 19. It's only available in restaurants.

Cold Starbucks drinks on table in store

Get a free $5 Starbucks gift card today only

Marie Rossiter  |  September 19, 2023

To get the deal, you have to buy a Starbucks gift card by the end of the day on Sept. 19 or before 110,000 people claim it.