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Thursday, May 28, 2009
Phones recalled for failure to reach 911
Fortunately, it was caught before it could be a fatal flaw.
Samsung Jitterbug cell phones, which have been marketed to seniors and others who might need its large, easy-to-use keys, recently issued a recall because a number of the phones failed to connect to 911.
The recalled cell phones that are in a no-service area and display an “out of range, try again later” message could fail to connect to emergency 911, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
No injuries have been reported.
The recall involves Jitterbug cell phones with model numbers SPH-a110 and SPH-a120 with standard key pads and version BB14 software.
No other Samsung wireless phones or software versions are included in this recall.
The phones were sold directly to consumers through targeted national advertisements and publications, electronics and drugstores nationwide, and on the Web at www.jitterbug.com from March 2008 through May 2009 for about $150.
Samsung and Jitterbug are directly contacting consumers to schedule a free software upgrade. If you are a customer and have not been contacted, call Samsung toll-free at (866) 304-4980.
For more information, visit the firm’s Web site at www.samsung.com.
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TweetFree doughnuts at Krispy Kreme
In celebration of National Doughnut Day on June 5 (a week from Friday), Krispy Kreme is inviting all customers — including those at the Kettering store on Dorothy Lane — to come in and have a free doughnut in any variety on that day.
No purchase is necessary to receive your free doughnut on June 5.
Also, if you have a child in kindergarten through sixth grade, Krispy Kreme will give him or her a free doughnut for each A on his or her report card.
“Just bring in the kid and the report card,” said the folks at the Kettering store at 2001 E. Dorothy Lane.
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TweetBurger King debuts new healthy kids’ meals
Cheap, healthier food is a good deal.
Burger King Corp. announced Wednesday, May 27, that it is enhancing its BK Kids Meal menu with healthier options as part of their BK Positive Steps program.
The meals cost around $3 to $4
The three new additions are:
Two-pack of BK BURGER SHOTS, bite-sized burgers topped with mustard, ketchup and two crunchy pickles, served with Fresh Apple Fries, low-fat caramel dipping sauce and apple juice.
HAMBURGER served with Fresh Apple Fries, low-fat caramel dipping sauce and apple juice.
Newly reformulated four-piece CHICKEN TENDERS meal, (the CHICKEN TENDERS are reduced in sodium by about one-third), Fresh Apple Fries, low-fat caramel dipping sauce and HERSHEY’S fat free milk.
With three new additions, Burger King Corp. now offers a total of four BK Kids Meal options that comply with Burger King Corp.’s advertising pledge through the Council of Better Business Bureaus Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative.
The CFBAI’s stringent nutrition criteria for Kids Meals (consisting of an entrée, side dish and beverage), is defined as:
No more than 560 calories per meal
Less than 30 percent of calories from fat
Less than 10 percent of calories from saturated fat
No added trans fats
No more than 10 percent of calories from added sugars
No more than 600 milligrams of sodium
A “good source” or “excellent source” of at least two of the following nutrients: calcium, fiber, potassium, magnesium, vitamin E.
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TweetMacy’s having BOGO clothing sale
Through the end of this month, Macy’s is having a buy-one-get-one free sale on select shirts, pants and shorts for the whole family. The sale does require that you buy the first one at regular price.
The store also is having a “fashion and home” clearance, discounting items “an extra 40 percent off” already reduced prices, making the final savings up to 85 percent off.
Check out the Web site to see if it is worth your while.
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TweetTeach kids money lessons
As parents, we have a responsibility to teach our children to be responsible with money, learning to distinguish wants from needs and to understand the importance of saving and budgeting.
The best way for kids to learn, experts agree, is for them to have money they have to manage on their own, but as parents, it can be tough to decide when to start, how much to give and how to present the facts to our children.
An allowance is an excellent tool for learning good money management principles. In turn, one of the best ways for kids to learn is by making mistakes and facing the consequences of their decisions.
A common expert view is to give kids $1 per year of age every week, but you may want to base the amount on what you expect or require your children to do with their money.
Once you decide on an amount, set parameters but keep the reins loose — one of the best teachers is failure and in safe surroundings, it’s OK for kids to learn the hard way.
If your child spends all of her lunch money on toys and has to pack a lunch for a few weeks, it’s a good learning experience.
There are a number of useful references online at kidsmoney.org/allart.htm and bankrate.com/brm/news/pf/20070206allowancechildagea1.asp to help you determine amounts and parameters.
When deciding how you want kids to use their money, consider that experts agree allowance should not be contingent upon good behavior or chore completion.
If your child sees less value in cleaning the bathroom than you do — which is certainly likely in my house — you will have another battle on your hands. Better consequences for failing to complete chores may be a loss of privileges.
Children need to learn about cooperation and the responsibilities of being part of a family, according to Aletha Solter, developmental psychologist and founder of The Aware Parenting Institute in Goleta, Calif.
And it’s never too early to start. Another point of agreement among experts is if your kids can tell you they want something, they’re old enough to start the process.
By 5 or 6, most children are able to understand the differences between spending, savings and donating. As they get older, they can begin buying gifts and personal items, said Lynne Ticknor, contributor at Bankrate.com.
She said many teens are capable of managing a clothing allowance to cover what covers them for the year.
For a good overview of children and financial literacy, check out bankrate.com/brm/news/financial-literacy/Oct06childrenfinancialliteracya1.asp?prodtype=pfin.
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