Saving money is a top priority for many Texoma households. Many are always on the lookout for new ways to save, but an old way to save is making a comeback. Coupon use rose 30% during the 2008 Financial Crisis, and last year $3.7 billion was saved by simply using coupons. Coupon Clipper Betty Echols has been saving money since she was just a little girl. "I came about at the tale end of the depression, and people had to pinch every penny to make their money go further and to feed themselves." said Echols. The idea of coupons surfaced when Echols was a young newlywed. "When we saved those little $0.15 and $0.25 it meant a lot more to us, because we didn't make as much then. And in relation to the money amount then, those savings amounted to a lot." Echols said the first coupons were found in magazines and Readers Digest, and then expanded to the newspaper. A phenomenon that has caught on. It's the number one way many still save today, which is why grocery stores like United Market Street also offer and accept the valuable clips of paper. Market Street Service Manager Victoria Hernandez said offering store coupons not only gives the store a competitive edge, but also benefits customers in a big way. "I think with the economy the way it's been, people are really looking for some extra savings to help them put a meal on the table." said Hernandez. The company puts out a coupon book full of savings every month and a half. You're limited to 1 coupon per item, but there is an exception the rule. Hernandez said you can use two coupons if you have a manufacture coupon and a United Market Street coupon. Coupons aren't just clipped now days, they're also printed. But when printing coupons off the Internet,there are some things to be mindful of. Coupon related fraud is increasing, so protect yourself by verifying coupons that offer a free product or dollars off. Those can be verified through the Coupon Information Corporation, just click here to get to the website.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 5:28 PM EDT2012-05-23 21:28:57 GMT
Beautiful Weather Continues!Under clear skies and light winds, temperatures will bottom out near 50 degrees around sunrise Sunday morning. Then, with lots of sunshine, we'll warm to around 70 degrees by
Mostly clear tonight with lows in the 70s. South winds remaining at 15-25. Sunny and hot/breezy for Thursday. High near 100. South winds at 15-25.
Tuesday, May 22 2012 11:45 PM EDT2012-05-23 03:45:17 GMT
Hispanic Community leaders and parents met at Sam Houston Elementary Tuesday evening. Leaders presented a list of bilingual recommendations they want the Wichita Falls Independent School District to implement
Hispanic Community leaders and parents met at Sam Houston Elementary Tuesday evening. Leaders presented a list of bilingual recommendations they want the Wichita Falls Independent School District to implement.
Tuesday, May 22 2012 11:20 PM EDT2012-05-23 03:20:46 GMT
Since before World War II, Sheppard Air Force Base has been serving not only the United States Air Force, but also Texoma. Without the base it's arguable that Wichita Falls would be nowhere close to the
Since before World War II, Sheppard Air Force Base has been serving not only the United States Air Force, but also Texoma.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 7:39 PM EDT2012-05-23 23:39:49 GMT
More than half a million dollars has just been awarded to the city of Holliday. It's all coming from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs. The funds would go towards home repairs and
More than half a million dollars has just been awarded to the city of Holliday. It's all coming from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 6:49 PM EDT2012-05-23 22:49:27 GMT
Agriculture is thriving in Texoma and farmers say this years wheat harvest is exceptional. The wheat crop is very good this year, a surprise to many Texoma farmers. Zach Parker, with Parker Ranch, commented,
Agriculture is thriving in Texoma and farmers say this years wheat harvest is exceptional.
EPIC SLINKY IS EPIC Oh, just the adventure of a brave and dogged slinky on a treadmill, set to the best music possible. Source: youtube.com / via: kottke.org posted on May 23, 2012 07:01 AM
Wednesday, May 23 2012 1:42 PM EDT2012-05-23 17:42:19 GMT
From swimming and volleyball to dance, basketball and gymnastics, Wichita Falls YMCA is offering a number of camps and programs this summer. All sports camps will be at the Bill Bartley Family Branch.
Wichita Falls YMCA is offering a number of camps and programs this summer. All sports camps will be at the Bill Bartley Family Branch. For more information call (940) 761-1000 or click here.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 12:01 PM EDT2012-05-23 16:01:02 GMT
Nebulas is a professional Vegas style show that combines acoustic percussion, electronic music, and out of this world lighting and effects. It will show at Wichita Theatre on the following days: Jun
Nebulas is a professional Vegas style show that combines acoustic percussion, electronic music, and out of this world lighting and effects.
Wednesday, May 23 2012 9:21 AM EDT2012-05-23 13:21:18 GMT
MIAMI (AP) - A Miami college student plans to plead guilty in federal court to threatening President Barack Obama on Facebook. A plea hearing is set for Wednesday afternoon for 20-year-old Joaquin Amador
MIAMI (AP) - A Miami college student plans to plead guilty in federal court to threatening President Barack Obama on Facebook.
