The Twin Cities Metro Area Ranks Sixth in America’s Retail Therapy Destinations Who doesn’t love a bit of retail therapy, right? It’s all about finding that balance, though, so you’re not breaking the bank! Yes, even frugal families like to get out and at least window shop to see what’s new. There’s something special about […]
Free Summer Meals for Kids in Minnesota 2022
On June 30th, 2022, the COVID government assistance for all U.S. schools to offer free school meals for all kids expired. This means that most schools will now go back to how they were before COVID, and families in need will need to apply for free school meals for their children as before. In the […]
Dairy Farms Close in Minnesota After One of the Worst Winters on Record
Dairy farms are a Minnesota staple; with ample farmland and hearty cattle, it’s estimated that fewer than 5% of dairy farms will close up shop in a typical year. Countless Minnesota families enjoy the luxury of fresh ice cream, frozen yogurt, and delectable cheeses throughout the year. This past winter seeks to change this trend […]
40 Ways to Survive the Recession
When the economy is in a recession and things like job security become uncertain, we need whatever control we can get over our lives. In order to survive the recession, we must think differently because we can’t control the job market, declining home values or increasing prices, but we can control how we spend money […]