Living - Nov. 24, 2008
Riverwest makes Newsweek
Riverwest proposes printing its own currency, and the idea is not only legal, but garnering national attention.
Tags: Riverwest, currency, River Currency, money, fake money

Dining - Oct. 23, 2008
Are other things eating into your eating money?
Everyone's little uneasy about the economy right now, and likely, the first thing that's getting cut in your budget is entertainment. But before you start cutting back on juicy steaks and evenings out on the town, you may want to take a look at other things that might be cutting into your budget and stealing away your eating money.
Tags: money, economy, grocery bill

Living - July 29, 2008
How does a conservative become more thrifty?
Hi, my name is Judy Steffes and I'm conservative. My friends will laugh. Thrifty, tight, deep pockets and short arms; I've heard them all, but relish the challenge.
Tags: economy, money, consumerism

Kids & Family - March 22, 2008
Economic realities of being a teenager
While everyone is talking about a possible recession, teenagers face very unique circumstances when it comes to juggling money, a job and all the other items on their plate.
Tags: teens, teenager, money, recession, gas prices, labor

Milwaukee Buzz - Jan. 22, 2008
Milwaukee, a "worst place to live"? Not really.
Milwaukee makes a list of 12 cities and areas on AOL's money & finance page in a story titled, "The Worst Places to Live ... Or Are They?"
Tags: AOL, playinthecity, Carol Vinzant, worst places to live, Karen Cinpinski, money, finance, best places to live lists

Politics - March 14, 2009
Stock Market Tips
In today's economy you must be carefull. You must research all of your investments. You must safeguard your hard earned cash. This advice is a sure fire way to make informed investment decisions.  A close friend, Paul (his last name will not be revealed for employment reasons) has ...
Tags: economy, money

Arts & Entertainment - May 11, 2008
Money Matters
Saturday May 10th, 2008 - Lake Villa, ILLucky for me I have cheap tastes because I’m broke. I haven’t been this low on cash in a long time and I’m starting to sweat it a little. No, more than a little. A lot of things have gone down in the past year or so and the result is I am ...
Tags: money