Local Business Spotlight

“Our number one priority is establishing a long-term relationship with our clients,” says Brad Vanderhye, owner of Cross County Refrigeration in Licking, Mo. Vanderhye believes that word-of-mouth advertising is the best advertising a business can do, so building that solid relationship with his customers based on trust is essential to good word-of-mouth advertising. Vanderhye literally grew... [Read more]

Take the Super Couponing Quiz

This week, let’s test your knowledge of Super-Couponing. Grab a pen! QUESTIONS: 1. Your store has gum on sale for 55 cents a package. You have a 75-cent manufacturer coupon. What happens when this coupon is scanned at the register? A. The coupon takes 75 cents off your total, giving you free gum and 20 cents in overage applied to your end total. B. The register automatically adjusts the coupon value... [Read more]

Dave Says – Get him back on his feet!

Dear Dave, My wife and I are getting close to retirement, and our 36-year old recently moved back in with us. His automotive restoration business went bankrupt, he hasn’t been able to find another job, and he has nowhere else to go. What can we do to help him? John Dear John, You have to define what helping your son really means. In my mind, you haven’t helped him at all if he’s still squatting... [Read more]

Kitchen Capers – Favorites from the Big K Kitchen

Shrimp Quesadillas 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped* 1 garlic clove, minced , 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin QUESADILLAS: 1-1/3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained 1/2... [Read more]

Kitchen Capers – Favorites from the Big K Kitchen

Barbecue Chicken Kabobs 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1/4 cup orange marmalade 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch pieces 1/2 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch chunks 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil 1 teaspoon seasoned salt 1) Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small microwavable bowl, mix barbecue sauce and marmalade. Remove l/4 cup... [Read more]

Dave Says: More or Less?

Dear Dave, When, if ever, should your baby emergency fund be more than $1,000? Is there ever a scenario in which it should be less? Sue Dear Sue, I always recommend that people who make $20,000 a year or less start out with a baby emergency fund of $500. Almost anyone can scrimp and save up $500 in a short amount of time, and this makes it easier for folks who don’t make a lot of money to have a... [Read more]

My Super-Couponing Challenge on ‘Nightline’

With coupon shopping growing in popularity, new coupon users are learning the ropes every day. Many go on to become Super-Couponers. Some go beyond, into extreme couponing. What’s the difference? Many of you may have seen it firsthand when I was featured on the national news program, ABC’s “Nightline.” The show gave me and another shopper $50 and sent us to our respective supermarkets. Shopping... [Read more]