If you're a first responder or healthcare worker, you are eligible for a discount on gas for the month of April.
Here's the Buzz: BP and Amoco gas stations are offering 50 cents off per gallon to those working on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.
The company says it's their way to say thank you for efforts amid the fight against COVID-19.
Gas prices are already unusually cheap, due to a drop in demand amid stay-at-home orders across the country.
The national average is $2 a gallon and the prices are expected to fall further by mid-April.
First responders and healthcare workers will need to verify their community status at ID.me, to receive a discount code, which must be used by April 30.
Amazon Prime Day to be postponed
Every year, people look forward to the days they’ll catch steals and deals online. There’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday – but let’s not forget about Amazon Prime Day.
It appears the company may postpone the annual rewards day this year due to COVID-19.
Here’s the Buzz: USA Today says Amazon will likely push Prime Day from July to August because of the pandemic.
With many staying home, most are turning to Amazon to make orders, which is challenging for the company to keep up with the influx of orders.
Turbo Tax launches free stimulus check product
Turbo tax is helping low-income Americans get their stimulus checks faster.
If you don't file a tax return, the company launched a free stimulus registration product which helps you register with the IRS easily to get your check.
You'll be asked a handful of questions, then you would choose if you want your check to be sent by direct deposit or by mail.
The IRS is expected to begin sending direct-deposit payments to many Americans as early as Thursday.
Shutdown to increase childhood obesity
Health experts think the COVID-19 lockdown could increase childhood obesity in the U-S.
Here’s the Buzz: Experts say kids will likely have less access to healthy food without school lunches and will spend more time on screens instead of being active.
Experts recommend families take advantage of their school's grab and go food options and stream any Physical Education classes their teachers might be offering.
