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Buying a scooter has been on my mind lately because of soaring gas prices, but I'm not alone.

The question of course is whether it's worth it? More people than ever say it is, although it does have its drawbacks.

We just reviewed the FlatOut video racing on my podcast Gamebuzz.

Not a great game, but not a bad game either.

You'll want to rent it and give it a test drive before plunking down the big bucks.

Pigs. Bears. Rabbits. Oh my!

They'll be at in this year's Central Carolina Fair in Greensboro.

There's a rabbit show, pig race, and "great bear show." Bull riding too.

In today's paper, there's a $15 discount coupon good toward the fair's admission.

You can now get a new DVD player for much less than it costs to fill up your tank.

You'd say, hey, I just saved a bunch of money gawking at you by switching to the Bargain Blog.

"Come closer. Yes, I'm talking to you. No, I won't bite."

That's because yours truly is letting you in on a little deal: a discount to visit the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro over the Labor Day weekend.

It's about the size of a finger, but it packs quite a storage punch.

You may have heard about those devices called USB flash drives. They let you store files, photos, just about everything from your computer.

It's a 5-way tie concerning who has the cheapest gas prices in town.

Food Lion has boneless chicken breasts for $1.79 a pound (regular $4.99).

A new game features a tropical island mixed with gunfire and explosions, or paradise for gamers.

Well, not to get carried away. "Far Cry Instincts" video game, which I reviewed on my podcast GameBuzz, isn't without its faults. But it's still a good game worth checking out.

If you haven't been to Atlantic City in years, a lot of things have changed for the better since your last visit.

It's trying to be more like Las Vegas by offering more things to do than just gamble and it's paying off.

And if you do just a little research, you'll find some great deals on lodging.

But I did some of the homework for you.

A new service lets you order photo prints from your home computer.

Mel writes in her blog about a lunch that I would argue is not just for financially-challenged college students: Ramen Noodles.

It's time to cash in all those coins in your dresser drawer, piggy bank and behind the couch cushions.

That's because there's a way you can use one of those coin-redemption kiosks you see at the grocery store without having to pay a fee.

It's a 15-way tie in the Triad.

College students who volunteer can get their caffeine fix a little cheaper than the rest of us, who will be paying even more.

So I'm watching Costas because I wanted to catch his interview with car racing buff Paul Newman.

But the highlight of the show was a segment recalling an extraordinary moment in the history of bargains: 10-cent beers offered at a 1974 baseball game.

What could possibly go wrong?

A new outdoors superstore is coming to Greensboro, selling everything from live bait to hunting rifles, gear, rods, reels, outdoor clothing and waterproof boots.

OfficeMax has a pretty good deal on a digital camera and printer.

They're having an RV and camper sale this weekend at the Greensboro Coliseum, so every penny counts if you're going to buy that motorhome.

A word of caution. Make sure you don't
accidentally run over your neighbor's Hummer.
Because that would be ashame. Then again,
accidents happen.

Lord Bargain Blogger is here to help.

This is the best deal I've ever seen on ground turkey.

Hasn't been felt just yet, but you probably should go ahead and fill 'er up now.

A BP gas station off Lawndale Drive in Greensboro this morning.

Kohl's has video games for consoles including PlayStation 2 and Xbox on sale for $8.99 (regular $12.99).

I spotted a few good deals on coffee. But enjoy them while you can.

A grocery store in the Triad has a pretty good deal on cow parts this week.

Payday's still a few days away. The week is dragging.

At least you can have some good, cheap eats that will help get you and your wallet over hump day.

Just about everybody needs one.

Temps are finally starting to dip, so if you haven't already, it's time to start thinking about outdoor clothes at a good price.

And I've got just the thing for the ladies.