We call it a lite-green party. ...more

September 24, 2009

Carol Vaporis still isn't sure what's in store for her consignment shop next Tuesday. Feb. 10 is when the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act is supposed to go into effect. The law mandates rigorous tests for lead levels in children's toys, clothes and other items. Vaporis, who owns Duck Duck Goose Consignment, a store near S.R. 54 and Seven Springs Boulevard, is concerned over possible unintended consequences of the law. ...more

February 7, 2009

Money's tight! And when it comes to belt tightening, there are ways to spend less and still have a terrific holiday season. ...more

December 9, 2008

Linda Quarles estimated she saved at least $4 when she bought a new air filter for a dollar at the Salvation Army thrift store on Kenilworth Boulevard. ...more

October 15, 2008

I'm always sad to see the summer end. The kids go back to school and the relaxed attitudes that go hand-in-hand with hot weather shift. But the one thing I don't mind about the change in seasons is an opportunity to clean out my closet. ...more

September 23, 2007