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SAVING YOU MONEY
Stacy Case
In tonight's Saving You Money, alarming news for parents of young children. A recent study shows more than 10% of children age five and under have someone else using their social security numbers.
That's more than a 50% increase from last year. We all know how much identity theft can end up costing. If you missed Data Privacy Day yesterday, it's not too late to take steps now to protect your pocketbook and your credit. One easy way is to change your passwords.
Michelle Dennedy with McAfee Security says, "That's one of the easiest things you can do. Make a very complicated password. Check your security settings . You should not have a security question that is answered by something you routinely post on Facebook for example. So, make sure that your security question is truly secure."
Experts say it's not a good idea to store your credit card on retail sites. Sure, it may be convenient when you're shopping online, but it's risky. If you have your credit card saved with companies for monthly bill payment, make sure it's password protected and re read that company's privacy policy. The National Cyber Security Alliance and McAfee report that 90% of Americans do not feel completely safe with their information online. Prices at the pump are on the rise. The latest Lundberg survey shows the price of a gallon of gas rose two cents over the past two weeks. The average price for a gallon regular is $3.18 locally. The rising price of crude oil is causing refineries to pass on that cost to you. To save money on gas, don't idle. You're getting zero miles per gallon when you do. Use cruise control, combine errands andkeep your speed below 60 miles per hour. For the cheapest gas prices, check the Fox Fuel Gauge at Fox17.com.
If you're like me, you never pay full price for anything and JCPenney is making that easier. The retail chain had nixed its targeted sales last year, but is now bringing those periodic sales back. The retail chain says it wants to lure shoppers back who were turned off when the discounts disappeared.
Stacy Case
In tonight's Saving You Money, alarming news for parents of young children. A recent study shows more than 10% of children age five and under have someone else using their social security numbers.
That's more than a 50% increase from last year. We all know how much identity theft can end up costing. If you missed Data Privacy Day yesterday, it's not too late to take steps now to protect your pocketbook and your credit. One easy way is to change your passwords.
Michelle Dennedy with McAfee Security says, "That's one of the easiest things you can do. Make a very complicated password. Check your security settings . You should not have a security question that is answered by something you routinely post on Facebook for example. So, make sure that your security question is truly secure."
Experts say it's not a good idea to store your credit card on retail sites. Sure, it may be convenient when you're shopping online, but it's risky. If you have your credit card saved with companies for monthly bill payment, make sure it's password protected and re read that company's privacy policy. The National Cyber Security Alliance and McAfee report that 90% of Americans do not feel completely safe with their information online. Prices at the pump are on the rise. The latest Lundberg survey shows the price of a gallon of gas rose two cents over the past two weeks. The average price for a gallon regular is $3.18 locally. The rising price of crude oil is causing refineries to pass on that cost to you. To save money on gas, don't idle. You're getting zero miles per gallon when you do. Use cruise control, combine errands andkeep your speed below 60 miles per hour. For the cheapest gas prices, check the Fox Fuel Gauge at Fox17.com.
If you're like me, you never pay full price for anything and JCPenney is making that easier. The retail chain had nixed its targeted sales last year, but is now bringing those periodic sales back. The retail chain says it wants to lure shoppers back who were turned off when the discounts disappeared.
Wednesday, January 30 2013, 12:12 AM CST
Tennessee News
Bonnaroo and then what? More events could follow
May 20, 2013 12:33 GMT
MANCHESTER, Tenn. (AP) -- The former farm where the Bonnaroo music festival is held may play host to other events as well.
The partnership that puts on the annual music and arts festival in Manchester has steadily upgraded the site, adding a dozen water wells and permanent electrical power.
Festival partner Rick Farman told The Tennessean (http://tnne.ws/14nuEF5 ) his group is in active discussion with a lot of groups. The Great American Mud Run will be held at the site on July 27 and is expected to draw more than 5,000 participants.
Coffee County Mayor David Pennington said he's curious to see where such a plan could go, saying it could have a huge impact.
This year's Bonnaroo will be held June 13-16. Paul McCartney heads a long list if acts.
Information from: The Tennessean, http://www.tennessean.com
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