Could the coin rattling in your cup holder pay for a beachfront condo? This story explains why one wartime error cent has collectors—and ordinary folks—checking every handful of change. For decades the United States Mint struck more than 25 billion Lincoln Wheat Pennies. Almost all still buy only a stick of gum, yet several dates, mintmarks … Read more
Retailer says the move affects about 2 percent of its U.S. footprint and will free up cash for store upgrades. Kroger stunned shoppers Friday, June 20, by announcing that 60 of its 2,731 supermarkets will close in waves through late 2026. The Cincinnati‑based chain has not yet released a location list, leaving many communities to wonder whether … Read more
Millions of Americans rely on Social Security (SSA) each month to cover vital expenses. Yet, starting this May, some recipients might suddenly find their payments stopped. Why is this happening? The main reason points to changes in personal circumstances that beneficiaries fail to report in time. If you depend on these checks to make ends … Read more
Class II recall puts consumers on alert due to possible plastic contamination. A supermarket in Ontario, Canada, has sparked widespread concern after recalling ground beef believed to contain pieces of plastic. Shoppers who recently purchased the affected beef at a Foodland location in Tilbury should check their packages, dispose of any possibly contaminated product, and … Read more