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Wealthy Parents Are Paying Handicapped Tour Guides to Bypass Long Lines at Disney Parks – Really?

Jon Prell — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:30:43 +0000

Theme park ride lines like the ones at any Disney park can be excruciatingly long and frustrating, on that we all agree, right? Well, what if you could shell out some cash and go right to the front of the line? According to the New York Post, that is exactly what is happening, except this story has a little twist. The cash is being paid to handicapped tour guides, who pose as family members to get them straight to the front of the line in a matter of a couple of minutes.

Girls Night Out – 50 Shades of Grey Party – TONIGHT

Leslie Morgan — Thu, 09 May 2013 04:38:19 +0000

Ladies, and I use that term loosely, LOL, get your friends together for a truly unique experience, right her in Evansville. Did you read '50 Shades of Grey'? If you did, you know it is meant for ladies only! So, is this party!!

Jon and I interviewed, Melanie Leach, the Events Coordinater at Townsquare media about the event. All I can say is, I hope she comes back. ;-)

Kroger Supermarkets Cuts Average Check-Out Lane Wait Time to 26 Seconds

Jon Prell — Fri, 03 May 2013 01:00:22 +0000

Not to call anybody out here, but you know how long it takes to check-out at Wal-Mart and some grocery stores in general. Wal-Mart always seems to only ,literally, have just a few lanes open at peak traffic times and it can be absolutely exasperating. Kroger Supermarkets has solved that problem with infrared cameras -- the same cameras used for tracking people by law enforcement and the military.

Would You Tattoo Your Company's Logo On Your Body for a 15% Raise?

Jon Prell — Thu, 02 May 2013 01:00:11 +0000

If your company came to you and said they would give you a 15% raise if you got the company's logo tattooed on your body, would you do it? Now, before you get all excited and scream yes, yes, yes, let's remember the average workplace raise is somewhere around 3% so, a 15% raise is five times bigger...are you with me? Lets also consider the fact that you might not have any tattoos and have no real interest in getting one and you feel very strongly about that.

You Have Two Daily Chances To Win $1000 In May and a Grand Prize of $10,000 Online

Eric Cornish — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:40:28 +0000

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Did You Know the IRS Can Read Your E-Mails If They Choose to?

Jon Prell — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 01:00:10 +0000

Wow - a couple of days ago, I posted a blog about the IRS looking at your Facebook page to see if you are cheating on your taxes. Now, we found out that they can go into your e-mail accounts and read your e-mails if they want to...pretty scary huh? The good news is that this is only a possibility if some sort of red flag appears on your tax return, but they can look regardless.

Scotty McCreery Helps Fight Hunger With New PSA for 'Peanut Butter & Jam Slam' Food Drive Program

Leslie Morgan — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 09:00:37 +0000

When I met Scotty McCreery, I was surprised to find him to be as genuine as he was on American Idol. I guess I expected him to be a little more full of himself considering all the attention he was getting at the time. But after meeting his family, I knew the reason he was able to stay so grounded. I have a felling that no matter how big he gets, he will always be an awesome and giving person. He proves my theory in a new PSA.

The IRS Is Checking Facebook Pages to Catch Tax Cheats

Jon Prell — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:00:47 +0000

If you want to get a good glimpse into someone's life, check their Facebook page. There are more people looking at your Facebook than you might think, and I'm not talking about your friends and family. I'm talking about employers, schools and now the IRS will be looking at Facebook and Twitter to see if you are cheating on your taxes.

McDonald's in Massachusetts Requiring a College Degree to Be a Cashier

Jon Prell — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 01:00:58 +0000

McDonald's has always been a great place for high school students to work since they first opened their doors. How many kids got their very first job at McDonald's? It was almost like a right of passage for kids under 18. My daughter got her first job there two years ago and is still there. Now it seems you need a college degree.

Times Square Homeless Man Who Was Given Shoes By Cop Exposed as Fraud

Jon Prell — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 01:00:38 +0000

Back in November, there was a viral story about a New York City cop who gave a barefoot homeless man in Times Square a pair of shoes. Every media outlet in the country picked up the story and today we find out that homeless man is nothing more than a fraud who poses as a homeless person for money.

Retail Outlet Taking Heat for Charging a 'Just Looking' Fee of $5

Jon Prell — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 04:59:42 +0000

Whoa! here we go and you knew this was bound to happen at some point. The economy is tight, so tight in fact, that one store will now charge you five bucks if you don’t buy anything. A specialty food store in Australia is charging a $5 ‘browsing’ fee that will be applied to any [...]

The U.S. Postal Service Will Keep Saturday Delivery Because Congress Says So

Jon Prell — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 04:59:34 +0000

Last month, the U.S. Postal Service announced it would end Saturday delivery of first class mail in an effort to save $2 billion annually. The Postal Service lost about $16 billion last year, but on Thursday Congress passed legislation requiring six-day delivery, which is not what the Postal Service wanted to see. The problem is [...]

You Might Have at Least $1500 Sitting In Your House Right Now and Not Even Know It

Jon Prell — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 01:00:31 +0000

Have you ever taken stock of the junk you have in your house that you no longer use? Maybe you should, because according to a new study nine out of 10 of us could probably make as much as $1500 selling that junk. You may not consider yourself a hoarder, but all of us hang on to things for whatever reason long after we've stopped using them.

Leslie Unleashes On Herself When Her Son Has to Remind Her About the Importance of Giving to Others

Leslie Morgan — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:03:43 +0000

I pride myself on the kind hearts of my children. While raising them, I ALWAYS tried to instill a sense of empathy toward others. I am happy to say they are all very giving and nonjudgmental individuals. I really want them to have a 'What would Jesus do?' mentality. In our world today, it's hard to teach that kind of love. But, that's not going to stop me. And, it shouldn't stop you either.

When I saw this video, I was outraged!! And YOU will be too. But, after we clench our fists in anger, grit our teeth and shake our head, we must stand back and remember to teach love.

Indiana Legislators Will Finally Take Up a Bill to End the Ban on Sunday Alcohol Sales

Jon Prell — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 19:38:27 +0000

It was just about one year ago the Indiana General Assembly refused to give a hearing to a bill, which would allow Sunday alcohol sales leaving Indiana and Connecticut as the only states with such a ban. A few months later, Connecticut lifted their ban thus, leaving Indiana as the only hold out on lifting the ban. That could finally change as the House public policy committee scheduled a hearing on a bill to lift the ban and allow carry-out liquor sales.

Applebee's Waitress Fired Over Pastor's No Tip Receipt

Jon Prell — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 03:00:41 +0000

A couple of days ago, a story broke about a photo of a restaurant receipt that did not include a tip, but did have a hand written note that read, 'I give God 10% why do you get 18'. The note was reportedly left by a church Pastor who had a total bill of $34.93. A server who is now being identified as Chelsea Welch, posted the photo of the receipt on Reddit and it went viral.

Is the Presidential Inauguration Celebration Out of Step With America?

Jon Prell — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:54:15 +0000

Yesterday was a big day for President Obama with his second inauguration, but today, a few questions. My wife and I were watching the highlights of the day on the news last night and it struck us both how extravagant the celebration was with all of the pageantry that we - and the taxpayers pay for. I ask this question based on the current economic status of our country and wonder if the celebration is out of step with America.

New ATM Will Also Dispense One and Five Dollar Bills

Jon Prell — Sat, 19 Jan 2013 03:00:57 +0000

You need cash and search for the nearest ATM to get your cash...no problem, right? Well, what if you only need $15? You can't do that because most ATMs only dispense $20 bills. In a somewhat surprising move to make life a little easier for customers, both Chase and PNC banks are putting out hundreds of ATMs that will also dispense $1,$5 and $10 bills.

Say Goodbye to Twinkies – Hostess Is Closing Its Doors

Jon Prell — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:51:47 +0000

It's hard to imagine a world without Twinkies, Ho Hos and Ding-Dongs, but that is our new reality as Hostess Brands Inc. announces it's plan to go out of business and close it's doors for good. The main reason is because of striking workers across the country, which crippled their ability to make Twinkies, Ding-Dongs and other iconic snacks that have become synonymous with American Pop Culture.

You Have Two Daily Chances To Win $1000 In November

Eric Cornish — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 19:40:11 +0000

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