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Joplin: 3 Month Anniversary Today…

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I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the fact that it has been three months today since the massive tornado ripped through Joplin on May 22, 2011 and changed our lives forever. I was sitting here this morning at my computer going about my daily routine when the weekly tornado drill siren went off this morning here in Joplin (which it does every Monday morning at 10:00am). My fingers froze on my keyboard as I thought about everything that has transpired during & since the tornado, feeling, well, I think every possible emotion one person can have at one time. While I still feel such an immense feeling of sadness & grief for the loss of life, the injuries and all the daily struggles since the tornado I am also filled with hope for what lies ahead. So many people here in Joplin, admidst getting their own lives back in order, have pushed aside their own struggles and have done everything they can to get Joplin onto the road of recovery as quickly as possible. Not only that, but people from all over the United States and around the world have helped in any way they could and that has been nothing short of astounding. I would like to point out a couple celebrations that are going on today, feel free to share any other events coming up in Joplin:

  • Walgreens Grand Re-Opening Event 8/22/11 from 4:00-8:00 pm: Walgreens Celebrates Re-opening of Two Joplin, Mo. Stores. The one on Rangeline was completely destroyed & the one on Main Street was heavily damaged. The location at Range Line Road and 20th Street was completely rebuilt from the foundation up at a pace faster than any other store in the company’s 110-year history. Today, Walgreens will mark the re-openings with ceremonial ribbon-cuttings at both locations at 4 p.m., kicking off a host of community activities through 8 p.m. The events will include music, free food and giveaways, kids’ crafts and face painting, free blood pressure, blood glucose and bone density checks and free diabetes consultations from local physicians.
  • Joplin Tea Town USA Celebration at Cunningham Park 8/22/11 from 6:00-8:00 pm: Everyone is invited to this event , it starts at 6pm at Cunningham Park. Free Tea and Cookies, prizes to be given away! And an Awards Ceremony with a $15,000 Check to be given to Cunningham Park! Also in news related to Cunningham Park, you can vote for Joplin’s Cunningham Park to win a $100,000 Grant from Coca-Cola HERE, they are currently in third place.

Gone! Bausch+Lomb SofLens Daily Disposable Lens or PureVision2 HD Two Free Trials

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UPDATE: Gone!

Looking for a deal on contacts/disposable lens? Here’s two:

  • Bausch & Lomb – SofLens Daily Disposables Free Trial
  • Bausch & Lomb – PureVision2 HD Free Trial Certficate

The Fine Print: “Fill in the form to get your FREE trial lens certificate. Print a copy and bring it with you next time you visit your eye care professional. An eye exam may be necessary before receiving your free trial, and the free trial certificate does not include the cost of an eye examination or any other professional fees.“

Dollar General Back To School Deals through 8/27 (Including Coupons)

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It looks like Dollar General doesn’t have a regular new ad this week, but there are a couple flyers online with a few deals, plus you can also print several coupons including:

BACK TO SCHOOL DEALS (Note: Don’t forget to use the 20% Off Your Back To School Supplies Purchase to take an additional 20% off prices noted below)

Pocket Portfolios – 3/$1.00

Backpacks (assorted styles) – $8.00

Master Lock (assorted colors) – $3.00

Locker Shelf (assorted colors) – $5.00

DG Yellow Pencils (24 ct.) – $1.00

Two-Tone Eraser – $1.00

BIC Stic Pens (10 ct.), Mechanical Pencils (5 pk.) or Round Stick Pens (6 pk.) – $1.50
Buy 2, Use $1.00/2 Bic Stationery Products, any coupon from the 7/31 SS insert
Final Cost $1.00 ea.

BIC Highlighters, Assorted Colors (size of pack not specified in ad) – $2.00
Buy 2, Use $1.00/2 Bic Stationery Products, any coupon from the 7/31 SS insert
Final Cost $1.50 ea.

Fisher-Price of Disney Cars Workbooks or Flash Cards – $1.00

Student Planner or Fashion Journal with Magnetic Closure – $2.00

DG MultiPoint Pencils (10 pk.) – $1.00

DG Rubber Band Ball $2.00

DG Multipurpose Paper (200 Sheets) – $2.00

DG Invisible or Clear Tape (2 pk.), Security Envelopes (Assorted sizes), Standard Paper Clips (100 ct.) or White Thumb Tacks (80 ct.) – $1.00

BACK TO SCHOOL HOME DECOR

15×15 Ribbon Memo Board – $7.00
Use 20% off Your entire purchase of Back to School Home Décor, Housewares, Kitchen, Bed Pillows, Sheets & Rugs coupon
Final Cost $5.60

Gooseneck Desk Lamp – $8.00
Use 20% off Your entire purchase of Back to School Home Décor, Housewares, Kitchen, Bed Pillows, Sheets & Rugs coupon
Final Cost $6.40

Sharp Disc Alarm Clock – $3.00
Use 20% off Your entire purchase of Back to School Home Décor, Housewares, Kitchen, Bed Pillows, Sheets & Rugs coupon
Final Cost $2.40

12x12x12 Storage Cube – $8.00
Use 20% off Your entire purchase of Back to School Home Décor, Housewares, Kitchen, Bed Pillows, Sheets & Rugs coupon
Final Cost $6.40

Expired! Crocs Athens Sandals Only $9.99 Shipped

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UPDATE: Expired!

Get a great deal on Crocs, get Crocs Athens Sandals for only $9.99 Shipped (and applicable taxes). These sandals are on sale for $19.99 right now, marked down from $29.99. These are on sale for additional 25% off, so when you checkout, the price is automatically reduced to $14.99. And, you’ll also get $5.00 cash back from (usually, you’ll see the credit to your account within a few days, may take up to 30 days). And even better, use coupon code fallship to score FREE Shipping! I haven’t worn these sandals before, but I was impressed with all the rave reviews and could really use a pair of sandals that are actually comfortable, so I snagged a pair of these for myself. They’re available in several different colors for both men & women, but hurry, they’ll sell out of the popular sizes pretty quickly. This deal is valid today only 8/21.

Walgreens Deals 8/21-8/27

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Here’s my take on the best deals each week. Free deals are highlighted in green. If you’re not familiar with all Walgreens has to offer check out my Walgreens 101 page HERE. View and print the Walgreens corporate coupon policy HERE.

See all the coupons available from the Walgreens August Monthly Coupon Booklet HERE.

REGISTER REWARD DEALS

Keebler (11.5-16 oz.), Kellogg’s Rice Krsipies Treats (8 ct.) or Cheez-it (9 oz.) – 4/$10.00=$5.00 RR
Available coupons:
$1.00/2 Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Treats Crispy Marshmallow Squares, any 8 ct or larger coupon from the 8/7 RP insert
$1.00/2 Keebler Cookies, 6.6 oz. or larger coupon from the 8/7 RP insert
Get back $5.00 RR
Final Cost $0.75 ea.

Crest 3D White Toothpaste (4 oz.) – 2/$5.00=$3.00 RR
Use $1.00/1 Crest Toothpaste, any 4.0 oz. or more or Liquid Gel coupon from the 7/31 P&G insert (some areas got $0.75/1 coupon)
Get back $3.00 RR
Final Cost 2 FREE-$0.25 ea.

Duracell Coppertop Batteries AA or AAA (16 pk.) or C, D (8 pk.) or 9 Volt (4 pk.) – $9.99, Buy 1=$2.00 RR, Buy 2=$5.00 RR
Deal Scenario:
Buy 2, Use 2 $1.00/1 Duracell Coppertop coupon form the 7/31 P&G insert
Get back $5.00 RR
Final Cost $6.49 ea.

M&M’s (9.9-12.6 oz.) – 2/$5.00=$1.00 RR
Use $1.50/2 M&M’s products, any 9.9 oz bags or larger coupon from All You Magazine, Septemberissue
Or Use $1.00/2 M&M’s Brand Chocolate Candies, 9.9 oz. or larger Any coupon from the 7/24 RP
Get back $1.00 RR
Final Cost $1.25-$1.50 ea.

Air Wick Freshmatic or Lysol Neutra Air Freshmatic – $7.99-$3.00 RR
Use $4.00/1 Air Wick Freshmatic Ultra or Freshmatic Compact Starter Kit, any coupon from the 8/14 or 7/10 (Expires 8/21) SS insert
Get back $4.00 RR
Final Cost $0.99

Glade Scented Oil Candles Refill (4 pk.), Scented Oil Refill or Warmer, Carpet & Room Order Eliminator (32 oz.), Candle (4 oz.), Sense & Spray Refill or Relaxing Moments Premium Spray (9.6 oz.) – 2/$5.00=$1.00 RR
Various coupons available from the 7/31 SS insert or All You Magazine, September issue
Best Deal Scenario:
Buy 2 Scented Oil Refills, Use $4.00/2 $4 off Glade PlugIns Scented Oil refills, twin pk or (2) singles
Get back $1.00 RR
Final Cost 2 FREE

Just For Me or Soft & Beautiful Botanicals Kit Relaxer Kit or Texturizer – $4.99=$4.00 RR
Final Cost $0.99

Organix Hair Care (3.3-13 oz.) – 2/$12.00=$5.00 RR
Final Cost $3.50 ea.

Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief Toothpaste (4 oz.) or Toothbrush – $4.99=$4.00 RR
Use $1.50/1 Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief Toothpaste, any 4 oz coupon from the 7/31 SS insert
Get back $4.00 RR
Or Use $1.00/1 Colgate 360 Sensitive Pro-Relief Toothbrush coupon from the 7/31 SS insert or All You Magazine, September issue
Final Cost FREE (plus $0.51 overage with the $1.50/1 q)

Dial NutriSkin Body Wash (16 oz.) – $3.99=$3.00 RR
Final Cost $0.99

Dove or Degree Deodorant (2.6-3 oz.) – 2/$4.00=$1.00 RR (or Unadvertsied Monthly RR: Buy 4 Degree=$4.00 RR)
Best Scenario:
Use 4 $1.00/1 Degree Men or Women Anti-Perspirant & Deodorant, any coupon from mthe 7/31 RP insert
Get back $4.00 RR
Final Cost 4 FREE!

Huggies Little Movers Slip-ons Jumbo Pack Diapers (size 3-5) – $9.49=$2.00 RR
Use $3.00/1 Huggies Little Movers Slip-On Diapers, any coupon from the 8/14 SS insert
Or Use $2.00/1 Huggies Diapers, any coupon from the 8/14 SS insert
Get back $2.00 RR
Final Cost $4.49-$5.49

Keri Hand Lotion (15 oz.) – $6.99=$5.00 RR
Use $2.00/1 Keri Lotion, any coupon from the 7/17 SS insert or HERE (previously available, says “This coupon available soon)
Get back $5.00 RR
Final Cost FREE

Gillette Fusion ProGlide Razor System – $9.99=$4.00 RR
Use $4.00/1 Gillette Fusion ProGlide Razor, any coupon from the 7/31 P&G insert
Get back $4.00 RR
Final Cost $1.99

COUPON MATCH-UPS

Dawn Dish Detergent (9-10.3 oz.) – $0.99
Use $0.50/1 Dawn Product, any coupon from the 7/31 P&G insert
And Use Walgreens in-ad store coupon
Final Cost $0.49

Bugles or Chex Mix (7.5-8.75 oz.) – BOGO @ $3.19, so $1.60 ea.
Use 2 $0.50/1 Bugles Corn Snack, any 5 oz or larger coupon from the 7/10 SS insert
Final Cost $1.10 ea.

Glad Cling Wrap (200 sq. ft.) – $1.99
Buy 2, Use $1.00/2 Glad food storage coupon from the 8/21 SS insert
And Use Walgreens in-ad store coupon
Final Cost $1.49 ea.

Wisk Laundry Detergent (48 loads) – $6.99
Use $2.00/1 Wisk Laundry Detergent, any 45 oz or larger coupon from the 7/31 RP or 8/21 SS insert
Final Cost $4.99

Reach Floss (55 yds.) or Crystal Clean Toothbrush – $0.99
Use $1.00/1 Listerine Antiseptic Mouthwash, any 500 mL or larger OR Reach Toothbrush OR Reach Floss OR Reach Access Flosser coupon from the 7/31 or 4/17 SS insert
And Use Walgreens in-ad store coupon (use this coupon last to avoid beeping at the register)
Final Cost FREE

Brach’s Autumn Candy (4.2-5 oz.) – $0.99
Use $0.50/1 Brach’s Product coupon from All You Magazine, July issue
And Use Walgreens in-ad store coupon
Final Cost $0.49

OTHER DEALS (& Good Fillers Items)

W Facial Tissue (80, 100 or 200 Sheets) – $0.99
Use Walgreens in-ad coupon

W Paper Plates (72 ct.) – $0.99
Use Walgreens in-ad coupon

W Bleach (96 oz..) – $0.99
Use Walgreens in-ad coupon

PrintWorks MultiPurpose Paper (400 Sheets) – $2.99
Use Walgreens in-ad coupon

Scotch Mailers (6×9-9×11/12 in.) or Scotch Transparent Tape (1/2 in.x12.5 yds.) – $0.39
Use Walgreens in-ad coupon

Penway or Wexford 2 Pocket Folders – 6/$1.00 ($0.17 ea.)
Use Walgreens in-ad coupon

Penway or Wexford Mini Composition or Memo Book (3×5 or 4×6, 50-80 Sheets) – $0.15
Use Walgreens in-ad coupon

Arizona Tea or Drink (16-23 oz.) – 2/$1.00
Use Walgreens in-ad coupon

Big Roll Bath Tissue (Single Roll, 1000 Sheets) – 2/$1.00
Use Walgreens in-ad coupon

Mrs. Dash Seasoning Blend $1.00/1 Coupon

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Go to Mrs. Dash’s Facebook page HERE, “Like” them and print a coupon for $1.00 off any one Mrs. Dash Seasoning Blend (under the “Tasty Deals” tab). The great thing abut this coupon is that it doesn’t expire until 2/29/12 so you can hold onto to until you can pair it with a really good sale!

Thanks Maven of Savin’!