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How to stock up your pantry as inflation is on the rise
Read full article: How to stock up your pantry as inflation is on the riseWith inflation on the rise, stocking the pantry may seem like a challenge. Yet, there are ways to stock the pantry to ensure you save time and money in a pinch. These are some of the ways Beth Eggleston, a Meijer Nutrition Education Specialist, advises people to stock their pantry.
Fighting food deserts: urban farming a solution for lack of fresh food
Read full article: Fighting food deserts: urban farming a solution for lack of fresh food12% of Americans don’t have enough access to fresh food, according to the USDA. The health impacts of eating processed junk food are too long to list.
Your trips to the grocery store are going to cost more, according to USDA predictions
Read full article: Your trips to the grocery store are going to cost more, according to USDA predictionsYour trips to the grocery store are expected to get more expensive, according to the latest Consumer Price Index figures.
Rep. Debbie Dingell tracks food prices in Metro Detroit, shares results on social media
Read full article: Rep. Debbie Dingell tracks food prices in Metro Detroit, shares results on social mediaThe cost of everything from food to toiletries is up, and it may stay that way for a while. A Michigan Congresswoman says she’s feeling the pinch too, and she’s tracking prices in the area.
Coin shortage forces some shoppers to pay electronically
Read full article: Coin shortage forces some shoppers to pay electronicallyGeoff Aaron is like many customers at Meijer Grocery stores across Metro Detroit. Several stores have signs posted on their doors, for everyone to see. The signs say Due to the national coin shortage, self-checkout registers are electronic payment only. I dont, carrying cash now a days, especially with the, (you know) I mostly use my card anyways, said Aaron. While we understand this effort may be frustrating to some customers, its necessary to manage the impact of the coin shortage on our stores.
Kroger Pickup to accept SNAP benefits amid pandemic
Read full article: Kroger Pickup to accept SNAP benefits amid pandemic(Copyright 2017 The Associated Press. Kroger Family of Companies announced Thursday that its Michigan Kroger Pickup services will accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. MORE: Coronavirus in Michigan: Here’s where we stand todayKroger Pickup is a service that allows customers to order their groceries online and pick them up curbside at their Kroger store for minimal human contact. Click here to learn more on Kroger’s website. MORE: Kroger coronavirus plans: Customer limit, one-way aisles, masks, wellness checks, more