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Thursday, May 30, 2013  Starting July 1st alcohol license fees will go up by 28 percent.

Monday, May 20, 2013  In survey, economists say consumers are poised to boost spending, offset government cuts

Friday, May 17, 2013  Organic industry's political clout grows on Capitol Hill as consumers demand organic foods

Monday, April 08, 2013  Airline passenger complaints are surging as airlines continue to cram more seats into the same tube.

Thursday, April 04, 2013  Eyes on Facebook mobile event as social network evolves from Web-based roots

Thursday, March 21, 2013  US mink farms grow as Chinese consumers' demand for fur coats sends pelt prices skyrocketing

Thursday, February 28, 2013  Updated with video; Mandatory spending cuts will hit many federal programs beginning Friday unless President Barack Obama and Congress avoid the so-called sequester.

Friday, February 15, 2013  Updated with video; Many people across the state of Georgia in need legal help had the opportunity to consult a lawyer for free.

Tuesday, January 29, 2013  States require those receiving unemployment to use bank cards laden with fees rather than depositing the benefits directly into a bank account, a consumer group reports.

Thursday, January 03, 2013  Albany business owners no longer have until March 15th to renew their Occupational Tax Certificates.

Thursday, December 27, 2012  The average number of people seeking unemployment benefits over the past month fell to the lowest level since March 2008, a sign that the job market is healing.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  U.S. shoppers spent cautiously this holiday season, a disappointment for retailers who slashed prices to lure people into stores and now must hope for a post-Christmas burst of spending.

Monday, December 24, 2012  Christmas shoppers thronged malls and pounced on discounts but apparently spent less this year, their spirits dampened by concerns about the economy and the aftermath of shootings and storms.

Monday, December 03, 2012  Eliminating the $1 bill could save taxpayers plenty over the next 30 years

Tuesday, November 27, 2012  Holiday shoppers head online in droves to pick up Cyber Monday deals