We mentioned this awhile ago, but some older gas pumps can't handle four dollar a gallon gasoline. Now that it's here, check to see how those stations are dealing with it.
Oil prices affect asphalt costs, which means cities might not be able to repair roads as they had planned.
Investors are taking advantage of trading laws to buy huge amounts oil contracts at a fraction of their cost. (Margin trading) Congress was looking into closing this loophole awhile ago... what's the latest? Check with your member of congress.
The display of a hangman's noose has become more prevalent of late, so some states are making this a crime.
Some parts of the country are experiencing a drought again. If you're in one of those areas, check with farmers to see how they're doing.
Canadian stores are "hiding" tobacco products, hoping the "out of sight, out of mind" tactic will keep young people from starting to smoke. If you're in a border market, hop across and check it out. Why isn't this done in the US? (Hint: tobacco lobby.)
Summer school. Are more teachers interested this year in order to make a few extra bucks?
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