If you’re trying to save money this week without running all over town, this is one of those rare weeks where you actually don’t have to.
Because while Meijer has a couple flashy deals, Family Fare quietly built the better full-cart grocery run — the kind where you can walk in, get real food, and leave without needing a second stop.
And honestly? That’s what most people actually need.
🛒 Grocery Deals — What Actually Matters
Family Fare (Chums Corner) — Best Full Cart Stop
Valid through April 18
This is not a “grab one thing” ad. This is a feed your family without thinking too hard ad.
Top deals:
- Russet Potatoes (5 lb) — $1.99
- Baby Carrots (1 lb) — $0.99
- Chicken Drumsticks/Thighs — $1.79/lb
- Pork Baby Back Ribs or Tenderloin — $2.99/lb
- Shredded or Block Cheese — 2 for $4
- Strawberries or Blackberries — 2 for $5
- Tomatoes / Sauce — 5 for $5
- Ice Mountain Water (24 pack) — $4.99
👉 Translation: protein, produce, pantry, snacks — all handled in one stop.
Meijer — Still Worth a Stop (Selective Deals)
Valid through April 21
Meijer still has a couple standout items, just not the full-cart strength this week.
Top deals:
- Blackberries (6 oz) — $0.50
- Pork Shoulder Butt — $1.99/lb
- Chicken Breast — $4.19/lb
👉 Best move: hit Meijer for the berry deal if you’re nearby, otherwise Family Fare covers more ground.
⛽ Gas Prices — TODAY’S REALITY
SOURCE: Tracker pricing (GasBuddy + local listings)
👉 Prices can change — always verify at pump
Cheapest Gas Right Now
- Mutual Gas (US-31) — $3.74
- Costco (S Airport) — $3.74
- Mutual (W South Airport) — $3.74
- Meijer Gas — $3.77
- Speedway (US-31) — $3.77
Mid-Range (Most Common Today)
- Circle K — $3.85
- Speedway (multiple locations) — $3.85
- Shell / BP — $3.88–$3.90
Highest Showing
- Marathon — up to $3.94
Quick Take (Because You Don’t Need a Spreadsheet)
Gas is sitting mostly between $3.74–$3.85 today.
Not amazing.
Not terrible.
Just… slightly less offensive than earlier this week.
🏡 Home & Garden Deals
We’ve officially entered the “everyone suddenly cares about their yard” phase.
Home Depot
- Mulch — 5 for $10
- Garden Soil — 3 for $10
Menards
- Mulch — $2.47 (after 11% rebate)
👉 If you’re doing yard work this weekend, this is your window. These don’t usually get better once the season picks up.
🍽️ Local Eats
No verified, item-specific restaurant specials confirmed today from official sources.
👉 Skipping instead of guessing — because that’s how this stays useful.
🔥 Today’s Top 3 (Don’t Overthink It)
- Family Fare full grocery run
→ cheapest way to actually feed your family this week - Gas under $3.77 (if nearby)
→ don’t drive across town for it - Home Depot mulch + soil
→ best timing for weekend yard work
🧠 Final Take
This is one of those weeks where the smartest move is simple:
- Do one solid grocery run (Family Fare)
- Grab gas where it’s convenient (not across town)
- Handle yard stuff before prices creep up
That’s it.
No bouncing between 5 stores.
No overthinking it.
Just… done.
TC Daily Deals 
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