Menards October 11% Credit Check Rebate Sale

October 1, 2023

Menards 11 percent rebate sale has returned! Are you familiar with this promotion? Menards will frequently offer an 11% Merchandise Credit Check against the entire cost of your purchase. It’s a mail-in rebate that gives you 11 percent back on merchandise purchased that day. Both regular-priced and sale items are eligible.

So far in 2023, there have been 33 weeks of 11% savings:

– February 19-25, February 26-March 4
– March 5-11, March 12-18, March 19-25, March 26-April 1
– April 2-8, April 9-15, April 16-22, April 23-29, April 30-May 6
– May 7-13, May 14-20, May 21-27, May 28-June 3
– June 4-10, June 11-17, June 18-24, June 25-July 1
– July 2-8, July 9-15, July 16-22, July 23-29, July 30-August 5
– August 6-12, August 13-19, August 20-26, August 27-September 2
– September 3-9, September 10-16, September 17-23, September 24-30
– October 1-7

In 2022, there were 40 weeks of 11% savings:

– February 20-26, February 27-March 5
– March 6-12, March 13-19, March 20-26, March 27-April 2
– April 3-9, April 10-16, April 17-23, April 24-30
– May 1-7, May 8-14, May 15-21, May 22-28, May 29-June 4
– June 5-11, June 12-18, June 19-25, June 26-July 2
– July 3-9, July 10-16, July 17-23, July 24-30, July 31-August 6
– August 7-13, August 14-20, August 21-27, August 28-September 3
– September 4-10, September 11-17, September 18-24, September 25-October 1,
– October 2-8, October 9-15, October 16-22, October 23-29, October 30-November 5
– November 6-12, November 13-19, November 20-23

Menards 11% off Everything includes major appliances: refrigerators, dishwashers, ovens, ranges, microwave hoods, cooktops, washers & dryers. Does not include freezers and range hoods. Save 11% just for mailing in some paperwork. Under Menards current promotional schedule, this event occurs several times per year. Pretty cool, huh?

Here’s the best news: Menards is holding their 11% rebate sale THIS WEEK! Dates are Sunday, October 1 through Saturday, October 7, 2023. Don’t miss this chance to save 11% on the things you buy every day. See store for complete details and restrictions on this special offer. Most Menards home improvement stores will be open regular hours on Columbus Day (Monday, October 9.)

McDonald’s 2 for $6 & October App Offers

October 1, 2023

INFLATION ALERT: The McDonald’s “4 for 4” promotion is now a “4 for 5” deal. Price has recently increased from $4.44 to $5.00 at most locations.

It appears Micky D’s 2 for $6 has been discontinued. However, there are 6 inflation-fighting McDonald’s mobile app offers happening in October:

– FREE Quarter Pounder with Cheese, Big Mac, or 10pc Chicken McNuggets when you buy one at regular price
– FREE Double Cheeseburger or 6pc Chicken McNuggets when you buy one at regular price
– $1.19 Any Size Fries
– $1.50 Breakfast Sandwich
– 4 for $5.00: McDouble, McChicken or Hot’n Spicy McChicken and 4pc Chicken McNuggets, Medium Soft Drink or Sweet Tea, and Small Fries
– 20% off any purchase of $5.00 or more (excludes tax)

All of these deals are available exclusively on McDonald’s Mobile App. Limit 1 per person per day at participating restaurants. Specific promotional offers may vary by location.

I will keep watching to see if 2 for $6 or a similar offer returns. As soon as I receive further information, this page will be updated. Be sure to check back often! Most McDonald’s restaurants will be regular hours on Columbus Day (Monday, October 9.)

Is The Mall of America Tax Free?

October 1, 2023

UPDATE: AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2023, SALES TAX RATE HAS INCREASED 1% AT MALL OF AMERICA. TOTAL COMBINED TAX RATE IS NOW 8.525%!

I get asked this question all the time. Many people believe the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota (suburban Minneapolis/St. Paul) offers tax-free shopping at stores and restaurants. The short answer is “no.”

Sales at the Mall of America are subject to a sales tax rate of 8.525%. This breaks down as follows: 6.875% Minnesota state sales tax, 1.00% metro transit sales tax (up from .25%), new .25% “affordable housing” tax, and .40% Hennepin County sales tax which funds the Minnesota Twins stadium and Target Field. In addition, alcoholic beverages are subject to an additional 5.5% tax: 2.5% additional Minnesota state sales tax on liquor, plus a 3% “drink tax” which is levied by the City of Bloomington.

The myth about the Mall of America being tax-free likely stems from the fact that sales of clothing and footwear are exempt from all state and local sales taxes. This is true everywhere in Minnesota, not just at MOA. There is no dollar limit on this exemption: a $2 pair of socks and a $1,000 custom tailored suit are both free of tax. Since all surrounding states and Canadian provinces tax both clothes and shoes, the Mall of America becomes an attractive regional shopping destination. This is especially true during July and August for back to school shopping, then again in November and December for Christmas and holiday shopping.

Groceries are also exempt from sales tax in Minnesota. This can get tricky, however. Candy and soda pop are taxed, as are all restaurant meals. Legally, the tax applies to “prepared” foods. So, if you buy a frozen burrito from a convenience store, it is not taxed. But if you heat it up in the microwave before leaving the store, it is then “prepared” and thus subject to sales tax. Candy is taxed while cookies are not. Here’s my favorite: if you buy vegetables in a grocery store, they are not taxed. But if you purchase those same vegetables from the store’s salad bar and use them to make yourself a salad, it is then considered “prepared food” and subject to sales tax. Confused? Me too!

Back to tax free shopping at the Mall of America: the general rule to remember is that clothes and shoes are not taxed. Everything else is. Have a great time and enjoy your Twin Cities shopping vacation!

Biloxi Mississippi Casino Buffet Prices Hours

October 1, 2023

Due to inflation, buffet prices at Biloxi casinos are on the rise! However, there are some good deals to be found if you look for them. Special holiday buffets are served at some locations.

As of October 1, 2023, these Mississippi Gulf Coast casino buffets have reopened:

– Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, Biloxi
– Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast, Bay St. Louis
– Island View Casino Resort, Gulfport
– Palace Casino Resort, Biloxi
– Silver Slipper Casino Hotel, Bay St. Louis
– Treasure Bay Casino and Hotel, Biloxi

Here’s our list of current buffet prices and serving hours across Biloxi and South Mississippi:

THE BUFFET at BEAU RIVAGE RESORT & CASINO

Breakfast Buffet: $14.99. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday 8:00AM-11:00AM.
Lunch Buffet: $19.99. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday 11:00AM-4:00PM.
Weekend Brunch Buffet: $26.99. Available Sunday-Saturday 8:00AM-4:00PM.
Dinner Buffet: $25.99. Available Sunday-Monday-Thursday 5:00PM-9:00PM
Dinner Buffet: $29.99. Available Friday-Saturday 5:00PM-10:00PM.
Buffet To Go is available on all days for the same price.

BOOMTOWN BUFFET at BOOMTOWN CASINO IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

THE BUFFET at GOLDEN NUGGET BILOXI IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

SATISFACTION! BUFFET at HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO BILOXI IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE*

*Even though Satisfaction Buffet remains officially closed, they have been opening occasionally on weekends! The most recent Satisfaction weekend buffet event was held September 15-16 from 4:00PM-9:00PM. Price was $29.99 per person. Snow crab legs were available for an additional $19.99 per 3 clusters. The next one is expected to happen in mid-October.

FLAVORS BUFFET at HARRAH’S GULF COAST IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

EPIC BUFFET at HOLLYWOOD CASINO GULF COAST

NEW Sunday Champagne Brunch 10:00AM-2:00PM. One FREE mimosa or poinsettia per guest. Add $5 for bottomless mimosas.
Breakfast Buffet: closed until further notice.
Lunch Buffet: price to be announced. Available Wednesday-Thursday-Friday 11:00AM-2:00PM.
Dinner Buffet: price to be announced. Available Wednesday-Thursday 3:00PM-8:00PM.
Dinner Buffet: price to be announced. Available Friday 3:00PM-9:00PM
Weekend Dinner: price to be announced. Available Sunday 10:00AM-8:00PM.
Weekend Dinner: price to be announced. Available Saturday 10:00AM-9:00PM
Crab Legs are included with all dinners.
Epic Buffet is now CLOSED on Monday and Tuesday until further notice.
Children age 3 & under are free. Kids 4-12 are 50% off. 20% discount for active military and veterans with valid ID.

BACK BAY BUFFET at IP CASINO RESORT SPA IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

ISLAND VIEW BUFFET at ISLAND VIEW CASINO RESORT GULFPORT

Breakfast Buffet: $12.99. Available Sunday-Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday-Saturday from 7:00AM-10:30AM.
Lunch Buffet: $14.99. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday-Saturday from 11:00AM-3:30PM.
Weekend Brunch Buffet: $19.99. Available Sunday from 11:00AM-3:30PM.
Dinner Buffet: $27.99. Available Sunday-Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday from 4:00PM-10:00PM, Friday-Saturday from 4:00PM-11:00PM.
Currently, only guests age 21+ are allowed on property to ensure adequate seating and limited lines for gaming guests.

PALACE BUFFET at PALACE CASINO RESORT

Breakfast Buffet: $14.00. Available Sunday-Saturday from 7:00AM-10:30AM.
Lunch Buffet: $17.00. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday-Saturday from 11:00AM-3:30PM.
Dinner Buffet: $26.00. Available Sunday-Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday from 4:00PM-9:00PM.
Dinner Buffet: $27.00. Available Friday-Saturday from 4:00PM-10:00PM.
Weekend Brunch Buffet: $28.00. Available Sunday 11:00AM-3:30PM
Price requires Players Club card. Add $1 for breakfast and lunch, $2 for brunch and dinner without card. Children: age 2 and under free. Children age 3-12: Breakfast $11.00, Lunch $11.00, Sunday-Thursday Dinner $16.00, Friday-Saturday Dinner $21.00, Sunday Brunch $17.00.

WATERFRONT BUFFET at SCARLET PEARL CASINO RESORT IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

JUBILEE BUFFET at SILVER SLIPPER CASINO HOTEL

Breakfast Buffet: closed until further notice.
Lunch Buffet: $12.95. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday from 11:00AM-3:00PM.
Dinner Buffet: $47.95. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday from 4:00PM-9:00PM.
Dinner Buffet: $47.95. Available Friday from 4:00PM-10:00PM, Saturday from 11:00AM-10:00PM, Sunday from 11:00AM-9:00PM.
Weekend Brunch: $47.95. Available Sunday-Saturday from 11:00AM-3:00PM.
Dinner Buffet and Weekend Brunch includes all-you-can-eat Dungeness Crab, Snow Clusters, Jonah Legs, and Jumbo Shrimp.
Price requires Players Club card. Without card, add $2 to all prices. Currently, only guests age 21+ are allowed on property to ensure adequate seating and limited lines for gaming guests.

INFINITY BUFFET at TREASURE BAY CASINO AND HOTEL

Breakfast Buffet: $11.49. Available Sunday-Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday-Saturday from 7:00-10:00AM.
Lunch Buffet WITHOUT CRAB: $12.14. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday from 10:30AM-1:30PM.
Lunch Buffet WITH CRAB: $43.19. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday from 10:30AM-1:30PM.
Dinner Buffet WITHOUT CRAB: $20.69. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday from 2:00PM-10:00PM.
Weekend Brunch WITHOUT CRAB: $20.69. Available Sunday-Saturday from 10:30AM-10:00PM
Dinner Buffet WITH CRAB: $43.19. Available Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday-Thursday-Friday from 2:00PM-10:00PM.
Weekend Brunch WITH CRAB: $43.19. Available Sunday-Saturday from 10:30AM-10:00PM
Lunch and dinner price reflects 10% discount for base level Players Club card members. Currently, only guests age 21+ are allowed on property to ensure adequate seating and limited lines for gaming guests.

Pricing accurate as of October 1, 2023 and subject to change at any time. As you can see, there’s a lot of good eatin’ to be had at the South Mississippi casino buffets. Don’t miss the special holiday buffets at many locations. Happy Feasting!

Walgreens October Tuesday Senior Discount

October 1, 2023

Walgreens announces another Seniors Day bonus event! Senior citizens can save up to 20% off all eligible regular price items. Who’s considered a “senior” and eligible for this deal? Anyone 55 or better plus all AARP members age 50+. Hurry, because this Walgreens Seniors Day discount promotion takes place just one day each month. In September, it happens on the first Tuesday of the month. If you can’t make it on October 3rd, mark your calendars and join the party on November 7, 2023!

Shopping online? Use the promo code SENIOR20 to receive your special discount. As a bonus, online orders will receive the 20% discount all week long!

Offer valid Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at participating locations. Balance Rewards card required to receive Senior Discount. Most Walgreens stores will be open regular hours on Columbus Day (Monday, October 9.) Some locations are open 24 hours.