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Back-to-school: How to shop smart and find help if you need it
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Rachel DePompa , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· June 30, 2026
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Key points For more information on smart back-to-school shopping and potential resources for assistance, readers can refer to the original report from InvestigateTV, as featured on KOSA CBS7. Cherry Dale, a vice president of financial education, has shared insights on this matter.
Back-to-school shopping has become more complex, involving various supplies beyond the traditional pencils and notebooks. The costs associated with this shopping can fluctuate based on factors such as the child's age and specific interests.
Further details on navigating these expenses are available from financial experts. Cherry Dale, a vice president of financial education, has shared insights on this matter.
For more information on smart back-to-school shopping and potential resources for assistance, readers can refer to the original report from InvestigateTV, as featured on KOSA CBS7.
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Category: schools Published: June 30, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Back-to-school shopping has become more complex, involving various supplies beyond the traditional pencils and notebooks. The costs associated with this shopping can fluctuate based on factors such…
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