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	Saving Money: Dana Adams with Frugal in Virginia Be the first to comment Last Updated: 1:54 PM 11/11/09 - Local blogger Dana Adams shares some of her secrets on how to save money shopping in stores and online in the Charlottesville area. (Full Story)
	Making A List: Generic vs. Name Brand Foods 4 Comments Last Updated: 12:09 PM 10/27/09 - For the next four weeks, we are making lists and sharing them with you on the CBS19 News at 6. Our first list focuses on generic brand food products. Do they taste like the real thing? Is it worth the extra money to buy the name brand items? (Full Story)
	First Cases of H1N1 Found in Poultry Be the first to comment Last Updated: 10:07 PM 09/07/09 - We've heard about the H1N1 virus in humans and pigs, but for the first time cases are being found in poultry in select parts of South America. (Full Story)
	Six Companies Recall Blinds, Shades After Child Deaths Be the first to comment Last Updated: 10:34 AM 08/27/09 - Six companies are recalling millions of window blinds and shades, following the deaths of three children who got caught in cords that help the coverings move up and down. (Full Story)
	VNB Community Counts--April 17th Last Updated: 10:02 AM 04/21/09 - Wordplay, a fundraising event supporting Literacy Volunteers of Charlottesville/Albemarle (LVCA). (Full Story)
	Local Businesses Thriving This Halloween Be the first to comment Last Updated: 7:57 PM 10/31/08 - Despite the downturn in the economy, retailers this Halloween are giving thanks for increased consumer spending. (Full Story)
	Virginia Drivers, Officials on Lookout for Price Gouging 12 Comments Last Updated: 5:20 PM 09/15/08 - Oil pipelines have shut down in anticipation of Hurricane Ike and that means drivers are feeling the pinch at the pump. Now double-digit gas price increases have folks in the commonwealth watching for price gouging. (Full Story)
	Shoppers and Retailers Gear Up For Tax-Free Weekend Be the first to comment Last Updated: 7:46 PM 08/01/08 - Friday shoppers and retailers prepared for the tax free holiday weekend. Many consumers looking to save money on back to school items. (Full Story)
	CPSC Recalls Two Different Toys Be the first to comment Last Updated: 7:04 PM 03/17/08 - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Monday announced a voluntary recall of MEGA Brands MagnaMan Magnetic Action Figures, and MEGA Brands Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. Pre-School Magnetic Toys. (Full Story)
	Virginia Gas Prices Hit Record High Over Weekend Be the first to comment Last Updated: 8:01 PM 03/10/08 - Drivers across Virginia are paying more for gas. AAA says that the average price of regular gasoline hit a record in Virginia over the weekend at $3.15/per gallon. (Full Story)
	Martha Jefferson HealthWise--January 23rd Last Updated: 4:49 PM 01/24/08 - Diabetes is one of the greatest health concerns of our time. (Full Story)
	IIHS: Top Vehicle Safety Picks for 2008 Be the first to comment Last Updated: 1:25 PM 11/16/07 - On Thursday, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced its list for 2008 Top Safety Picks. (Full Story)
	Major Ground Beef Recall Last Updated: 11:15 AM 11/04/07 - The giant agribusiness company Cargill Inc. said Saturday it is recalling more than 1 million pounds of ground beef that may be contaminated with E. coli bacteria. (Full Story)
	Halloween Recall Of Fake Teeth Last Updated: 12:42 PM 10/31/07 - The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced an 11th-hour recall Wednesday to warn consumers that fake Halloween teeth sold by the tens of thousands since last year contain excessive amounts of lead. (Full Story)
	Cold Medicines Being Recalled Last Updated: 8:24 PM 10/30/07 - Wyeth is voluntarily recalling several nonprescription cold medicines because they come with a dosage cup that does not mark the half-teaspoon level recommended for children aged 2 through 5 years old. (Full Story)
	Baby Seat Recall Last Updated: 7:04 PM 10/25/07 - There's been a recall of a baby seat that has been involved in some serious injuries. (Full Story)
	Virginia Offers Energy Star Sales Tax Holiday Weekend Be the first to comment Last Updated: 5:02 PM 10/04/07 - This weekend Virginians will be able to save money on energy saving appliances during the state's first ever tax holiday on certain Energy Star appliances. (Full Story)
	Ebay Cracks Down On Selling Of Recalled Items Be the first to comment Last Updated: 8:12 PM 10/03/07 - Ebay is cracking down on members that are selling recalled items. The online aucition giant says the practice could have members kicked off their site. (Full Story)
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