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Sorry shoppers, food prices are likely to keep rising. Here’s why.

Industry data show that Americans are spending more on food than before the pandemic. And in a sign of the times, that is driving up food prices amid the sharpest bout of inflation in the U.S in 40 years. “Customer demand continues to outpace our ability to supply products,” Tyson Foods CEO Donnie King told a […]

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Inflation hurting Floridians, nearly half struggle paying bills new study says

Many in Florida are scrambling, trying to afford the basic necessities. It is no secret that a lot of people are feeling the impacts of inflation. But a new poll shows just how difficult things are for people now. 48% of Floridians say they’re struggling to keep up with the rising prices of their bills. […]

Heat messing with your electricity bill? Here is some advice to keep costs down

It’s getting hotter and hotter outside which means electric bills are going to go up even more. Electricity costs about 11% more than it did a year ago, according to the Bureau of Statistics. But saving on electricity can be as cheap and easy as buying smart power strips that automatically turn off electricity to […]

Inflation impacts drive up diesel cost, creates problem for truckers

Life is a highway, but not as many trucks are on the open road these days. “As everything goes up our rates have to go up. They aren’t going up accordingly. Trucks are getting parked,” said Pete McKnight, a truck driver. Pete McKnight has been behind the wheel of big rigs, driving across the U.S […]

How to save at checkout despite climbing grocery prices

Is the grocery store busting your budget? WINK News consumer reporter Andryanna Sheppard shows us ways to keep the costs down at check out. An extra dollar on milk here, a couple more on eggs there… it really adds up. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Americans spend close to $450 per month on […]

FTC win at trial against On Point Global; Check your inbox for an email about a refund

The Federal Trade Commission’s trial win against On Point Global has made $102 million in refunds available to consumers who were harmed by a wide-ranging scheme that led them to pay money or hand over personal information to fake government websites. Consumers who were harmed must apply for redress payments by July 5, 2022. Consumers […]

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Deadline approaching for IRS tax filing; options available for free filing

You’re running out of time to file your taxes. The deadline is April 18 and experts advise that you get them done as soon as you can. It’s best to file before the deadline so you don’t get hit with any penalties. Plus, the IRS is still working on last year’s returns thanks to the […]

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Thieves take catalytic converters from thrift store trucks in Collier County

Thieves in Collier County targeted a nonprofit organization that gives back to its community. Crooks took catalytic converters from several trucks outside of Saint Vincent Thrift Store near East Naples. St. Vincent DePaul says those trucks drive their mission. From picking up donations to conducting food drives, the trucks are how it’s done. But, last […]

Under new Risk Rating 2.0, Florida flood ins. premiums are about to go up for most

A Florida necessity is getting more expensive for many. FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program is changing the way it calculates what each property owner has to pay. The new way is called Risk Rating 2.0. Insurance experts say FEMA’s program has been operating at a deficit since it began and congress has bailed it out […]