What’s better than something on sale? Well, something that’s free of course! Coupon queen Rachel Krych of Couponing with Rachel returned to share her insights in her latest weekly column in the Chronicle-Telegram. This week is all about stocking up on those essential items when they’re free via coupons, including personal health items like deodorant and toothpaste. Plus, for the sweet tooth of the house, Rachel has the latest candy deals as well!

Our chat with Rachel was brought to you by the Lorain Public Library System.

Ashley Branson (School Health Program Manager) and Kat Solove (Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Program Manager at Lorain County Public Health) stopped by with some back-to-school topics on their minds! Ashley went over routine vaccines that keep children healthy in school along with the role of school nurses. Kat brought up other ways in which we could keep kids healthy, including cracking down on vaping and e-cigarettes.

It’s the return of John Telich on Budweiser’s From the Sidelines, presented by North Ridgeville Convenient Sunoco on Center Ridge and Barton Roads. John joined Rocco Nuosci as the guy’s talk about the announcement of the six-game suspension for Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. Plus, John mentioned some key position groups that will keep the team afloat until Watson returns.

Ohio’s tax-free weekend is almost here, running from August 5th-7th. If you have been holding off on back-to-school shopping, Rachel Krych, the coupon queen from Couponing With Rachel, tells us why now is the perfect time to get the most bang for your buck! Her three main tips to keep in mind are plan, research, and stack your savings!

Our weekly chats with Rachel are brought to you by the Lorain Public Library System! To check out their summer programs, check out their website by clicking HERE!