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Back-to-School Costs Surge This Year | Jersey News
Back-to-school shopping just got a lot pricier—with costs soaring 8% this year, hitting everything from lunchboxes to notebooks. Tariffs and rising oil prices are driving up production and shipping costs, forcing families to make tough budget calls. Lunchboxes jumped 27%, while notebooks and tissues saw double-digit spikes. Total K-12 spending is projected at $43 billion, ballooning to $103 billion for college students. Get ready for sticker shock—your budget’s going to need a serious upgrade. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on…
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