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Saving money is important anytime, but when the country is just pulling out of a recession, there is no better time to really watch your spending. That's why The Oklahoman will devote October to bringing you real, tangible ways to save money every day. If you take advantage of all the tips we'll offer, you'll save hundreds. Look for our money-saving tips every day in the Life section.
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‘Goddess’ Julianne Hough uses mix of high and low priced cosemetics
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Who knew pint-size-dancer-turned-country-songstress Julianne Hough and I would have something in common? Turns out we both love L’Oreal Voluminous waterproof mascara. It’s not much of a...
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Who knew pint-size-dancer-turned-country-songstress Julianne Hough and I would have something in common? Turns out we both love L’Oreal Voluminous waterproof mascara. It’s not much of a...
Planning can save time, money
Thu, Nov 5, 2009
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When is the best day of the week to buy groceries? The best time of day to ask someone out on a date or for a raise? “Buy Ketchup in May and Fly at Noon: A Guide to the Best Time to Buy This, Do...
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When is the best day of the week to buy groceries? The best time of day to ask someone out on a date or for a raise? “Buy Ketchup in May and Fly at Noon: A Guide to the Best Time to Buy This, Do...
Doorbuster deals stretch Christmas creep to October
Fri, Oct 30, 2009
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CHICAGO — Sears took "Christmas creep” one step further this week, pitching its weekly sales as "Black Friday doorbuster” deals before Halloween. The merchant, owned by...
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CHICAGO — Sears took "Christmas creep” one step further this week, pitching its weekly sales as "Black Friday doorbuster” deals before Halloween. The merchant, owned by...
Is Halloween in your closet?
Sat, Oct 31, 2009
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If finances are tight this fall, it may mean less money for freaky festivities and store-bought Halloween costumes. A solution may be as close as your closet. Homemade costumes are cheap, easy...
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If finances are tight this fall, it may mean less money for freaky festivities and store-bought Halloween costumes. A solution may be as close as your closet. Homemade costumes are cheap, easy...
Fans helps spread warmth
Fri, Oct 30, 2009
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FANS HELP SPREAD WARMTH Save up to 10 percent on your heating bill just by reversing the direction of your ceiling fans. This mixes the warm air trapped at the ceiling and lets homeowners lower...
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FANS HELP SPREAD WARMTH Save up to 10 percent on your heating bill just by reversing the direction of your ceiling fans. This mixes the warm air trapped at the ceiling and lets homeowners lower...
Alternative uses save money, planet
Thu, Oct 29, 2009
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Save money and help the Earth by extending the life of everything you already own.
Whether it’s using hairspray to remove ink stains, vodka to clean your eyeglasses or coffee grounds to...
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Save money and help the Earth by extending the life of everything you already own.
Whether it’s using hairspray to remove ink stains, vodka to clean your eyeglasses or coffee grounds to...
Save on sweets
Wed, Oct 28, 2009
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Save on sweets Look for deep discounts on candy and cookies sold in Halloween packaging starting Sunday. Discounts can stretch from 50 percent to 75 percent off the marked price.
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Save on sweets Look for deep discounts on candy and cookies sold in Halloween packaging starting Sunday. Discounts can stretch from 50 percent to 75 percent off the marked price.
End bottled water habit
Tue, Oct 27, 2009
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Break the bottled water habit: Tap water is safe to drink and is nearly free. For those who don't like the taste, get some kind of filter. Potential savings: Tap water costs about one-fifth of...
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Break the bottled water habit: Tap water is safe to drink and is nearly free. For those who don't like the taste, get some kind of filter. Potential savings: Tap water costs about one-fifth of...
Students save at the Lyric
Sun, Oct 25, 2009
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Any student with an ID can buy a $15 student rush ticket (cash only) one-half hour before a Lyric at the Plaza production. That's a $10 savings. On view through Nov. 1 is the Stephen Sondheim...
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Any student with an ID can buy a $15 student rush ticket (cash only) one-half hour before a Lyric at the Plaza production. That's a $10 savings. On view through Nov. 1 is the Stephen Sondheim...
Designer heeds nature’s lessons
Mon, Oct 26, 2009
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Landscape designer Judy Savage is subtly turning over a love of growing things to her children and grandchildren. Every Thanksgiving, she gives everyone a prepacked amaryllis kit with instructions...
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Landscape designer Judy Savage is subtly turning over a love of growing things to her children and grandchildren. Every Thanksgiving, she gives everyone a prepacked amaryllis kit with instructions...
