More Savings for Seniors

If you’re a senior citizen, several local fast food restaurants want to offer you a discount. Don’t pass up these extra savings at the cash register.

Here’s the tip of the day:

Below is a list of fast food restaurants in the Augusta area that offer savings for senior citizens. (If you know a senior citizen who is not computer savvy, tell them about these offers.)

McDonald’s:

McDonald’s at 2902 Washington Road offers a senior coffee or a small soft drink for 60 cents every day.

Burger King:

At Burger King, seniors can buy a soft drink or coffee for 50 cents with the purchase of a sandwich.

Checkers:

Senior citizens receive a 10 percent discount every day. Customers must be 62 years or older to receive the discount.

Taco Bell:

Taco Bell gives senior citizens a 10 percent discount each day of the week. Seniors at this restaurant are 55 years or older.

Do you know another fast food restaurant that offers senior discounts? Write in to The Pinch to let me know.

Groceries for 58 Cents

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Punch Cards Can Earn Free Merchandise

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Saving at the Dollar Store

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Double the Savings

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Free Admission at Local Museums

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Home Depot Cuts Prices

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Eating Out on a Budget

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Join the Buzz Club

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Home Makeover

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Sale on Paint

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Need Your Car Serviced?

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Support Local Emergency Workers

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Utilizing Your Resources

Do you have discounts right at your fingertips that you’re not using? Employee discounts, membership cards or rewards programs – it’s time to start taking advantage of your resources.

Senior Savings

If you have lived to become a senior citizen, then you deserve a discount. Several local grocery stores are offering savings for their senior customers.

Can You Match That?

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Saving at the Market

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Need New Tires?

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