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Five Below Initiates Price Drops in Select Locations Nationwide, Aiming to Avoid Higher Shopper Expenses

Michael Forbes Grille to Close Its Doors After Nearly 40 Years of Service
Michael Forbes Grille to close permanently after nearly 40 years. The founder cites retirement and gratitude for community support. Farewell events planned in June.
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Shoppers Flock to Walmart for $60 Waterproof Bluetooth Speakers, Originally $130
Walmart slashes $70 off BUGANI M83 Bluetooth speakers; now just $60 for waterproof, robust sound. (Photo : Unplash/Daniel) Shoppers are crowding Walmart stores nationwide to buy waterproof Bluetooth speakers, discounted from $130 to $60.
Mariano's Mishap: Shopper Discovers Overcharged and Misspelled Tax
Mariano's shopper finds mislabeled, overcharged bag tax; the store promises a quick fix. (Photo : Pexels/KarolinaKaboompics) Shoppers are advised to examine their receipts closely after an incident where a grocery store chain charged a customer too much for city tax.
Taco Bell and Cheez-It Launch Big Cheez-It Crunchwrap Supreme and Tostada
Taco Bell and Cheez-It unveil Big Cheez-It Crunchwrap Supreme and Tostada, available nationwide June 6.
Trader Joe’s Set to Open Eight New Stores Across Southern California
Trader Joe's announces eight new stores in Southern California, locations confirmed. (Photo : Unplash/HansonLu) A company spokesperson confirmed that Trader Joe's, headquartered in California, is set to open eight new grocery stores in Southern California.
BurgerFi, Rival of In-N-Out, Faces Bankruptcy Threat; Considers Closing Multiple Locations
BurgerFi is considering filing bankruptcy, may close locations, and has struggled financially since COVID-19.
Two CVS Retail Stores in Rhode Island Join New Pharmacy Union
Two CVS stores in Rhode Island join the Pharmacy Guild, marking the first unionization within CVS's founding state.
Safety First: Hooters in Rhode Island Closes Amid Worrying Structural Collapse Warnings
Warwick Hooters closes indefinitely due to concerns about bridge collapse after prior damage and repairs.
Kroger Curbside Pickup Delays Spark Outrage Among Waiting Shoppers
Kroger curbside pickup delays frustrate shoppers; waiting time exceeds 40 minutes. (Photo : Unsplash/MusaHaef) A Kroger customer expressed frustration over the long wait for their curbside pickup order, stating that going inside the store to shop would have been faster.
Dollar Tree Joins Walmart and Target in Launching New Arrivals for Outdoor Essentials
Dollar Tree launches new, affordable summer products alongside Walmart and Target, offering essentials from decorations to sunscreen.