Our area was recently impacted by Hurricane Helene, which I think for many people turned out to be much worse than they expected. We are one of those families that tries to always stay prepared for these kinds of events, but based on what I saw friends and family saying on social media, it seems like most people were taken off guard.
It’s still very much hurricane season in the Southeast, so it’s not too late to start preparing for the next storm. For most of the people I know, the biggest issue with this storm was losing power. There are some people in our area who are going on almost a week without power. Losing water is also a concern, but in this post, I’m going to focus on the essentials to have in case of a power outage.
For more general advice about preparing for an emergency, check out this post!
How to Prepare for a Power Outage
Get cash from the ATM
While you may get power back quickly, other places in your area may not. You want to be able to buy food and gas if businesses aren’t able to take cards!
Stock up on non-perishable food
Think about what your family likes to eat that doesn’t have to be refrigerated or heated up to eat. A few things to have on hand or buy in advance of bad weather could be:
bread, peanut butter, tuna pouches, canned chicken, protein bars, beef jerky, fruit/apple sauce pouches, jelly, nuts, crackers, dry cereal, shelf stable milk, canned vegetables, apples, and bananas
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Yoto also has subscription tiers that, depending on how heavily you use your Yoto Player, could be a great way to save money and get access to lots of digital titles. Try the lowest tier (Explorer Club) for Free! Benefits include:
- Unlimited access to 200+ Yoto Originals (digital)
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- Exclusive VIP promotions
Shipping is free on orders $15+ if you are in the Collector or Collector+ Club.
Deal Ideas
Yoto Mini Adventurer Bundle – $109.99 (reg $134.97)
*more colors available at this price.
Yoto Mini (2024 Edition) & Starter Pack Bundle – $79.99 (reg $94.98)
Yoto Player & The Classics Collection Bundle – $124.99 (reg $139.98)
Shipping is free on orders $15+ for Collector or Collector+ Club.
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Head to Amazon to save $15 when you buy $50+ of select Laundry Products. Stock up and save on items you’re going to have to buy anyway!
Just add $50 of eligible items to your cart and the discount will automatically be applied at checkout.
For maximum savings, select products that are already on sale and choose to Subscribe & Save.
Here are just a few of the items available in the sale:
Gain + Aroma Boost Laundry Detergent Liquid Soap, 2-pack – $14.68
Tide PODS Laundry Detergent Soap PODS, HE, 81 Count – $19.87 (reg. $21.49)
Downy Fabric Softener Liquid, April Fresh Scent, 140 fl oz – $12.97
Get ready for the inserts coming in the 10/06 newspaper. See the Sunday insert preview list for 10/06/24 below.
Be on the lookout for:
(1) Save insert this weekend.
Remember there are differences between every city and the coupons you get will vary somewhat from the preview.
Save 10/06
$5 off Absorbine Jr Pro product (exp 10/31)
$5 off Aleve product 200-ct+, or any Aleve X, excl Aleve-D (exp 10/20)
$3 off Aleve product 80-ct +, excl Aleve-D or Aleve X (exp 11/3)
$2 off Bayer Aspirin, 200-ct+ (exp 10/20)
$1 off Bayer Aspirin, 50-ct+ (exp 10/20)
$3 off Clairol Bold & Bright or Texture & Tones Hair Color (exp 10/20)
$5/2 Clairol Hair Color select varieties, excl professionals (exp 10/20)
$3 off Covergirl Eye product, excl 1-kit shadows, accessories & trial (exp 10/19)
$3 off Covergirl face product, excl Cheekers, accessories & trial (exp 10/19)
$4/2 Degree or Dove or Dove Men+Care Dry Spray deodorant, excl twin pack & trial (exp 10/19)
B1G1 Dove Body Scrub, up to $6.99, excl trial (exp 10/19)
Free Dove Men+Care body wash up to $6.99. WYB (1) Dove body wash, 13.5 oz+ (exp 10/19)
$7/2 Ensure Products, 4-pk + (exp 11/16)
$5 off Febreze Plug Dual or Triple or Quad Refill, excl trial (exp 10/19)
$5 off Florajen product (exp 11/2)
$7/2 Glucerna Products, 4-pk + (exp 11/16)
$5 off LipoFlavonoid Ear Health Supplement (exp 11/2)
$10 off Osteo Bi Flex product, 120-180 ct (exp 11/3)
$5 off Osteo Bi Flex product, 28-88 ct (exp 11/3)
$1 off Superpretzel Soft Pretzel (exp 11/30)
$1 off Superpretzel Soft Pretzel (exp 11/30)
$4/2 Vaseline Body Lotion, excl trial (exp 10/27)
$5 off Voltaren product 150 g+ (exp 11/3)
$2.50 off Voltaren product, 50 g+ (exp 11/3)
For a limited time, head over to the Old Navy Clearance Sale for up to 80% off! Find deals and steals for the whole family.
Find jeans and shorts, swimwear and dresses, any number of tops, and more!
Old Navy orders $50+ ship FREE for Rewards Members, so sign up for free if you haven’t already. This membership works across the Old Navy family of companies, so you can use it at Gap, Athleta, & Banana Republic as well!
Deal Ideas
Sleeveless Terry Floral Swing Dress for Girls $5.47 (reg. $19.99)
EveryWear V-Neck T-shirt – $3.97 (reg $14.99)
Floral Smocked Pajama Cami Swing Top – $4.47 (reg $29.99)
Ships for free when you buy $50+.
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Did you know Friday, 10/4, is National Cinnamon Roll Day??
If this is one of your favorite treats, get ready for some freebies and deals! Grab a FREE cinnamon roll at Kroger and more!
Cinnamon Roll Deals:
Kroger
Kroger will be offering a digital coupon for a FREE Private Selection Cinnamon Roll! You only have 10/4 to add the coupon BUT you actually have until October 18th to redeem it!
Cinnabon
On 10/4 between 3 and 6 pm, in-store customers at Cinnabon can get a MiniBon (regularly $4.99) for just $1.
Schlotzsky’s
Schlotzsky’s Rewards members can get a $1 Cinnabon MiniBon with any entree purchase between 10/3 and 10/6
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Here are some Kroger meal plans ideas based on the sales that are starting today, 10/2!
Look through the full Kroger weekly ad to see all the current deals.
Note: All images used are from the original recipe creators.
Kroger Meal Plans:
photo via ifoodreal.com
Chicken Asparagus Stir Fry
Rice
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Kroger – Perdue Fresh Boneless Chicken Breast, 50% off - Kroger – Green Asparagus, $2.99 lb
- Kroger – La Choy Sauce, 14.5 oz, $1.99
- Kroger – Progresso Broth, 32 oz, $1.49
- Kroger – Royal Microwave Rice, 8.5 oz, $1.29
-.50/1 Royal Ready to Heat Rice, select, limit 5, at Food Lion, Kroger, Publix, Ibotta mobile app
-$1 off Royal Ready to Heat Rice, select, Harissa, Szechuan or Coconut chilli Lemongrass, limit 5, at Kroger, Publix, Ibotta mobile app
(makes it 79¢)
photo via blessthismessplease.com
- Kroger – Old El Paso Flavored Taco Shells, 10 ct., $3.09
Old El Paso Dinner Kit, $3.49
-$1/3 Old El Paso products, excl microwavable rice or bean pouches, seasonings, soups, twists, frozen items and Carb Advantage Taco Shells, limit 1, Ibotta mobile app
-$1/2 Old El Paso Hard Shells, Kits, Sauce, Tortillas, Pockets, Bowls, Beans, Rice, Chiles or Soup, limit 1, Kroger Cashback eCoupon
-$1/2 Old El Paso Hard Shells, Kits, Sauce, Tortillas, Pockets, Bowls, Beans, Rice, Chiles or Soup, Kroger eCoupon
-$1 off Old El Paso bonus – redeem marked offers for (1) Old El Paso products and (1) Old El Paso Seasoning, Ibotta mobile app
(buy (3), use $1/2 store and $1/3 Ibotta, makes it $2.43 ea.) - Kroger – Siete Taco Seasoning, 1.29-1.38 oz, $1.49
-.50/1 Siete bonus – redeem (2) unique marked Siete offers, Ibotta mobile app
-.50/2 Siete Seasoning, any, limit 1, Ibotta mobile app
(use .50/2, makes it $1.24 ea.) - Kroger – Perdue Fresh Boneless Chicken Breast, 50% off
- Kroger – Kraft Shredded Cheese, 7-8 oz, $1.99
-.15/1 Kraft Signature Shredded Cheese, any, limit 1, Ibotta mobile app - Kroger – Newman’s Own Salsa, 16 oz, $2.99
- Kroger – Daisy Sour Cream, 16 oz, $2.29
For a limited time, Amazon is offering select large size Goldfish at an extra 20% off when you sign up for Subscribe & Save. You can score one of these cartons for as low as $5.18!
This offer is available for a limited time, so check it out soon! Discount will auto-apply to your cart.
New to Subscribe & Save? We are here to help! Check out our Subscribe & Save Tips, Tricks, & Hacks!
Free shipping with Prime or on orders $35+.
Deal Ideas
Goldfish Cheddar Crackers Carton, 27.3 oz – $6.38 (reg $7.98)
– extra 20% off with Subscribe & Save
makes it $5.18
Goldfish Disney Mickey Crackers Carton, 27.3 oz – $6.38 (reg $7.98)
– extra 20% off with Subscribe & Save
makes it $5.18
Goldfish Whole Grain Crackers Carton, 27.3 oz – $6.38 (reg $7.98)
– extra 20% off with Subscribe & Save
makes it $5.18
Ships free with Prime or on orders $35+!
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While supplies last, REI is has a great jacket sale for the whole family! Get up to 70% off jackets from Patagonia, Cotapaxi, REI, Columbia, and more!
Shipping is free on orders $60+, or always free for Co-op Members. Not a Co-op Member? Don’t miss out on this special deal:
Become a LIFETIME MEMBER OF THE REI CO-OP (scoring you free shipping on all orders, special access, and coupons and offers).
- Make a $50 purchase through October 7
- Pay a one-time fee of $30 for JOINING THE CO-OP MEMBERSHIP in the same order.
- Get a $30 REI gift card emailed to you! Card is good for 30 days after issue.
Makes it practically FREE to join and continue to save!
Deal Ideas
Patagonia Women’s Diamond Quilted Bomber Insulated Hoodie – $98.83 (reg $199)
Obermeyer Women’s Sojourner Down Jacket – $130.83 (reg $329)
Patagonia Men’s Nano Puff Jacket – $118.83 (reg $239)
Obermeyer Men’s Ridgeline Insulated Jacket with Faux Fur – $118.83 (reg $399)
Patagonia Kids’ Micro D Snap-T Fleece Jacket – $36.83 (reg $75)
REI Co-op Infant/Toddler Reversible 650 Down Jacket – $41.93 (reg $59.95)
Kamik Kids’ Tallie Roar Insulated Jacket – $89.73 (reg $129.99)
