Shannon Brigham
Shannon Brigham is the editor of Lowcountry Parent magazine and Charleston Savvy Shopper. She always knew she’d end up in media, and has enjoyed being a journalist for almost 20 years. She serves on the board of Parents Anonymous of South Carolina and is a volunteer for many different local organizations. She is the mom of a spunky third-grader and was born and raised primarily in Charleston.
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Recent Stories
Lego builds conflict
Campaign aimed at girls raises questions about gender, play
Lego, one of the world's most well-known toymakers, is under fire from activists and some parents for a new marketing campaign aimed at girls.
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Tipping advice offered
From restaurants to hotels and spas, gratuity rules vary
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Making the call to reduce phone bills
Have you been interested in lowering your phone bills? There are affordable telephone options that can lower your monthly bill without sacrificing talk time by turning your Internet connection into a functioning phone line. I called Kris Robinett, deputy field marshal for the Geek Squad from Best Buy, for advice. Here is what you need to know:
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Cash in on what's hiding in closet
It's the end of the year, and I don't know about you, but I'm cleaning out my closets. I've been torn between selling the extra stuff around the house or donating it to charity and writing off the items on my taxes.
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Mom wins $250 in coupon contest
Mary Arthur of Awendaw won a $250 AMEX card in Charleston Savvy Shopper's recent coupon contest. The column recently ran the contest to allow readers to showcase their savings savvy. Entries were judged by the percentage of savings realized on a purchase of $100 or more.
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Couponing: Saving big not as difficult as it may seem
Using coupons, Leigh Ann Garrett is able to keep her weekly grocery budget to less than $50 for herself, her 16-month-old daughter, Mollie, and husband Matt.
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The college try: Many older students face more job, family obligations
Kat Ponds already has two associate degrees and a bachelor's degree, earned during her six years in the Air Force. But her ultimate desire is to become a nursing instructor.
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‘Putter Frog’ tale inspiring
THE LEGEND OF THE PUTTER FROG. By Randy Bazemore. Illustrated by Warner McGee. Clifton Carriage House Press. 32 pages. $16.95. For ages 5-8.
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Jack Hanna to swoop into town
Naturalist to bring conservation message to Birds of Prey benefits
Well-known naturalist Jack Hanna has spent his lifetime sharing his deep love of animals with others. He's taken us to exotic places and given the public glimpses of unusual creatures and nature we might never have known existed otherwise.
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Phone apps can help at saving you money
I have to admit, I love my smartphone. Over the past few weeks, I've been looking for how it can help me save money. Here are some apps that I've found very useful in my quest. If you have a favorite shopping-related or money-saving app, feel free to let me know.
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