Holiday Shopping

Greenville PD Says Stay Alert for Counterfeit Bills

Counterfeit $20 and $100 bills circulating around Camellia City
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The Greenville Police Department is warning holiday shoppers about counterfeit money. Recently, counterfeit $20 and $100 bills have been circulating around the Camellia City. These bills have “For Motion Picture Use Only” or “Motion Picture Purposes” written in large letters. The bills are used as props for movies and/or television shows. A small amount of the money was accepted by local businesses…

Prattville Police Dept. Share Holiday Shopping Safety Tips

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The holiday hustle and bustle is right around the corner, and Prattville Assistant Police Chief, Dianne Thomas says unfortunately, so is a spike in crime. When it comes to holiday shopping, Thomas says a little extra caution could keep you from becoming a victim. She recommends shopping in groups, especially at night, and having your keys handy before you get…

Stores Push Deals, Hope To Lure Shoppers For Holiday Stretch

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Stores are pushing deals and incentives like free shipping for the final week of the holiday shopping season, as new numbers show people are spending at a bit of a slower pace than last year. Retailers pared down their inventories and offered more exclusive merchandise in a bid to avoid having to offer big discounts that shoppers have come to…

US Consumer Borrowing Growth Slows in January

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WASHINGTON (AP) – U.S. consumers bumped up their borrowing in January at the slowest rate pace in nearly three years, as outstanding revolving debt – such as credit cards – slipped from December. The Federal Reserve says borrowing rose $10.5 billion in January, an annual increase of just 3.58 percent. That marks the smallest gain since February 2013. Total borrowing…