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Yesterday at 5:20 AM  In survey, economists say consumers are poised to boost spending, offset government cuts

Friday, May 17, 2013  Organic industry's political clout grows on Capitol Hill as consumers demand organic foods

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Thursday evening members of the Hutchinson County Youth Board will host a town hall meeting regarding the use of K2 and other synthetic drugs among teens.

Monday, April 08, 2013  Airline passenger complaints are surging as airlines continue to cram more seats into the same tube.

Thursday, April 04, 2013  Eyes on Facebook mobile event as social network evolves from Web-based roots

Thursday, March 21, 2013  US mink farms grow as Chinese consumers' demand for fur coats sends pelt prices skyrocketing

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  Whether it's that week-long vacation or a weekend ski trip, boarding your pets can help them avoid the stress of a long trip to where you're going. Here are some tips on how to pick the right boarding facility, especially if you've never done that before.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  States require those receiving unemployment to use bank cards laden with fees rather than depositing the benefits directly into a bank account, a consumer group reports.

Thursday, January 17, 2013  Sherman County residents have been waiting since they first turned into a wet county in November of last year for alcohol to be sold within their towns.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Some local realtors have officially declared the Amarillo area a sellers’ market. Every recent local economic indicator has declared real estate the success story of 2012.

Thursday, December 27, 2012  The average number of people seeking unemployment benefits over the past month fell to the lowest level since March 2008, a sign that the job market is healing.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  U.S. shoppers spent cautiously this holiday season, a disappointment for retailers who slashed prices to lure people into stores and now must hope for a post-Christmas burst of spending.

Monday, December 24, 2012  Christmas shoppers thronged malls and pounced on discounts but apparently spent less this year, their spirits dampened by concerns about the economy and the aftermath of shootings and storms.

Monday, December 03, 2012  Eliminating the $1 bill could save taxpayers plenty over the next 30 years

Tuesday, November 27, 2012  Holiday shoppers head online in droves to pick up Cyber Monday deals