Coffee with Mrs. Dani
Friday, May 2, 2008
TV converter boxes need for Feb. 2009 $40 coupon
Posted in money time saving ideas and lessons
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Yes, it is true. The world as we know it shall end on February 17, 2009. All over-the-air broadcasts will become digital. So all of you with those rabbit ears with the ends wrapped in foil (like me and think spring cleaning includes putting on a fresh crumple of the foil) will no longer be able to get local stations. Ummmm is that suppose to be a bad thing? Ok, Ok, I am done. If you do not have the money or see the need in cable (like me) but still want the local stations for news or PBS, I have some info for you.
The new converter boxes are out and range in price from $40 and up. However, our benevolent government has a phone number you can call to get a $40 coupon. Now I will not spend $40 for the box but I might be willing to spend under $10. Right now they are $49 at Wal-mart but I bet there is a cheaper place to find them.
Three quick heads up:
1) there are only a limited number of coupons so you need to request one now
2) they will only allow two per household (I only have 1 TV anyway)
3) they expire 90 days from mailing
The phone number is 888-388-2009 or you can go to https://www.dtv2009.gov/
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Friday, May 2, 2008 - Untitled Comment
 Posted by Arby
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Will my foil hat still work?
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/arbysarchives/466024/
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Saturday, May 3, 2008 - Gov't as benefactor
 Posted by Sunniemom
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How generous of the gov't to take steps to ensure the citizenry can preserve their television viewing capabilities.
I know-I know- I am having my coffee this morning with a dollop of cranky and a sprinkle of cynicism.
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