JoEllen Schilke

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Personal Finance Writer at Freelance

Writer who loves research + radio producer who loves art.

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What WMNF saw at No Kings protests in the Tampa Bay area

1 week ago | wmnf.org | Sean Kinane |JoEllen Schilke

Current Weather ConditionsJoin the WMNF Circle of Friends! WMNF is listener-supported. That means we don't advertise like a commercial station, and we're not part of a university.
Smart Alternatives to Wasting Money on Bottled Water

Mar 14, 2025 | yahoo.com | Lisa McGreevy |JoEllen Schilke

36,706 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others? 36,706 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?
How to Host a Holiday Cookie Exchange

Dec 11, 2024 | yahoo.com | JoEllen Schilke

17,213 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others? 17,213 people played the daily Crossword recently. Can you solve it faster than others?
Save Time and Money with a Holiday Cookie Exchange

Dec 3, 2024 | thepennyhoarder.com | JoEllen Schilke

Getty Images Holidays are often associated with certain foods, and both Christmas and Hanukkah bring to mind visions of cookies and other sweet treats. However, the holidays also bring a lot of time and money pressures. Why not consider a holiday cookie exchange? It could be a fun, inexpensive and simple way to celebrate the season. What Exactly Is a Cookie Exchange?
10 Smart Tips for Buying Spices and Staying on Budget

Nov 13, 2024 | yahoo.com | JoEllen Schilke

Up your herb and spice game without spending a fortune. Read 10 Smart Tips for Buying Spices and Staying on Budget from Money Talks News.
10 Smart Ways to Save Money on Spices (Herbs, Too!)

Oct 23, 2024 | thepennyhoarder.com | JoEllen Schilke

If you haven’t replenished your spice cabinet lately, you might be surprised at the supermarket prices. How can that tiny bottle of ancho chili powder cost $5? Take some advice from us before you substitute that chili powder for paprika just because they are both red (don’t!) or leave out the main flavor agent in Grilled Five Spice Chicken because you forgot to buy the Chinese spice mixture. We rounded up 10 ways to save money on spices — and dried herbs, too.
The Ultimate Guide on How Much to Tip in Every Situation

Oct 14, 2024 | yahoo.com | JoEllen Schilke

The Ultimate Guide on How Much to Tip in Every Situation
How to Use Your Travel Rewards: Make the Most of Your Points or Miles

Aug 26, 2024 | yahoo.com | JoEllen Schilke

How to Use Your Travel Rewards: Make the Most of Your Points or Miles
Countdown Improv Festival on Art in Your Ear

Jul 26, 2024 | wmnf.org | JoEllen Schilke

Improv invades Ybor City in August. The Countdown Improv Fest has grown into the country’s biggest improv festival. Spanning five days – Wednesday August 7 – Sunday August 11 – it showcases more than 100 solo, duo, or triple acts. One of the founders, Kelly Buttermore, and one of the artists, Kevin Milkaski, talked about their love of improv, and dove into the way it all works.
Car Trouble? Here’s How to Decide if You Should Repair or Replace Your Car

Nov 29, 2023 | thepennyhoarder.com | JoEllen Schilke

Some of the links in this post are from our sponsors. We provide you with accurate, reliable information. Learn more about how we make money and select our advertising partners. The brake light has come on, and the check engine light occasionally flickers. The AC went out in Florida’s heat, and a shot of freon didn’t fix it. Should a 2012 Mini Cooper be repaired? Or is it time to go car shopping? Here’s how to make the call.