1. DOLLAR TREE: Plus, plus, plus
More and more people are finding Dollar Tree’s new price scanners at their locations, as the company continues moving away from its standardized $1 business model.
The reactions on social media have been mixed, with some users suggesting that the discount retailer change its name to “The Tree” and others arguing the system “Saves a lot of labor and supply costs.”
Here’s what shoppers should know about the new price scanners at Dollar Tree stores and its ongoing “multi-price journey.”
In December, USA TODAY reported that the discount retailer’s $1.25 baseline price had been upped to $1.50 on a growing number of key items, with prices on other goods going for as much as $10. – Drew Pittock/USA TODAY Network-Florida
2. CYCLOSPORIASIS OUTBREAK GROWS: How to order fast food safely
If fast food is a regular part of your family’s routine, the latest cyclosporiasis outbreak is worth keeping on your radar. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis.
Taco Bell says it has temporarily removed certain ingredients at select locations.
Here’s some things you can do:
Because investigators have not identified a single source, recommendations could change as new information emerges. For now, experts say the best approach is to stay informed about updates and pay attention to ingredients in your fast-food meals. – Jason St. Angelo/USA TODAY
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This article originally appeared on Marco Eagle: 3 To Know: Dollar Tree and prices; cyclosporiasis outbreak grows
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