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Save at the Party Depot

Submitted by Cumming Local, Community Blogger

Thursday, February 2nd, 2012, 9:10am

So many fun things happening in February - the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, Mardi Gras, my husband’s birthday!! Oops, so that last one may not apply to you, but maybe plan ahead and save for a future birthday party!

Locally owned & ooperated, Party Depot is offering all Cumming Local readers a 10% savings - all month long! Read more ...

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DEALCHICKEN | Half-price PJs for Valentine's Day

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Saturday, January 28th, 2012, 4:30pm

DEALCHICKEN | Half-price PJs for Valentine's Day

ATLANTA -- Stumped about what to buy your sweetheart this Valentine's Day? DealChicken Atlanta is offering a romantic, yet practical idea.

Pay only $25 for $50 worth of merchandise from PajamaGram with DealChicken's exclusive offer. Choose from plenty of styles of pajamas and loungewear, in sizes ranging from infant to 3XL.

Get more information and learn how to place your order at www.dealchicken.com/atlanta-ga.

This offer expires on May 1, 2012.

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Bigger, better, more: The new Powerball

Submitted by Georgia Lottery, The GA Lottery

Wednesday, January 18th, 2012, 9:12am

ATLANTA -- The new Powerball makes its deut this week with bigger starting jackpots, better overall odds and more millionaires.

The enhanced game's first drawing will be Wednesday.

Powerball starting jackpots will double to $40 million and will grow faster. The game's second prize will increase from $250,000 to $1 million, and to $2 million with the Power Play option. Additionally, overall odds and odds to win a jackpot prize have improved.

The game's ticket price also will change from $1 to $2 per play.

Players can still multiply with the Power Play option for an additional $1 per play.

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2012 Spring / Summer Consigment Sales

Submitted by Cumming Local, Community Blogger

Friday, January 6th, 2012, 10:22am

Spring / Summer 2012 Consignment Sales will be here before we know it. If you’re planning to consign, it’s almost time to register.

We’ll post again with actual sale information as they get closer, but mark your calendar now with these important dates.

Ga. offering smartphone app to cut drunk driving

Submitted by Jaye Watson, 11Alive Reporter

Wednesday, December 28th, 2011, 9:54am

Ga. offering smartphone app to cut drunk driving

ATLANTA -- State officials say they've developed a new smartphone application designed to cut down on drunken driving during upcoming New Year's Eve celebrations.

The Governor's Office of Highway Safety announced that a list of free sober ride programs is available in an app called Drive Sober Georgia.

Georgia Office of Highway Safety director Harris Blackwood said authorities sought to make it as easy as possible to get a ride, so the application was developed after consulting with its partners who deal with road safety.

Drive Sober Georgia is available for free download on the iPhone and Android markets. The information can be viewed at www.drivesobergeorgia.com.

(The Associated Press contributed to this report.)

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School Break Survival Guide: Top 10 Things to do in Cumming GA

Submitted by Cumming Local, Community Blogger

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011, 9:22am

School Break Survival Guide: Top 10 Things to do in Cumming GA

Forsyth County Schools are closed for 11 days over the Winter / Christmas / Holiday Break. When you add the weekends in, it means the kids will be home 15 days straight.

I am completely thrilled to have my kids at home for such a long period. The days will be filled with staying up late, sleeping in (hopefully) and we’ll be so busy with family fun & activities that those 15 days will seem more like just a few! But the truth is – they’ll also get bored. They’ll start to fight with each other. And on December 27th, they’ll likely complain that they have nothing to play with. Sound familiar?

If you have extended family in town or if you’re just looking to explore some fun things with you friends and immediate family, it might be a great time to check out some fun things right here in town.

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DEALCHICKEN: $18 for $37.90 from Hidden Springs Maple

Submitted by Beth Sawicki, Where U Live Producer

Monday, December 19th, 2011, 7:28am

DEALCHICKEN: $18 for $37.90 from Hidden Springs Maple

ATLANTA -- Who doesn't love pancakes and maple syrup? Monday's DealChicken Atlanta deal is a big serving of this classic breakfast dish for less.

For one day only, DealChicken members can pay half the usual price for several offerings from Vermont-based Hidden Springs Maple, a premiere maker of syrup.

Choose from:

* A six-pint case of syrup for $36 ($72.80 value)
* A half-gallon jug of syrup for $18 ($36 value)
* Two Vermont Maple Leaf gift sets, which include syrup and maple leaf candy, for $18 ($37 value)
* Two Vermont Pancake gift sets, which include syrup and buttermilk pancake mix, for $18 ($37.90 value)

This deal expires on June 19, 2012. Learn more about Hidden Springs Maple at www.hiddenspringsmaple.com.