TRAVEL
Thanksgiving travel chaos is on the horizon, with an estimated 80 million Americans hitting the road or skies, according to AAA. Weather conditions aren’t helping, as storms are expected to bring rain, wind, and snow across the West Coast, Northeast, and Rockies.
The weekend before Thanksgiving saw scattered rain and mountain snow out west, while the Northeast battled high winds and lingering rain. Tuesday and Wednesday are shaping up to be the busiest travel days, with storms spreading rain and snow from the Great Lakes to the Ohio Valley and the Northeast. Skiers, rejoice—fresh snow is expected in the Rockies and Sierra mountains for a powder-packed holiday.
Meanwhile, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade attendees in NYC may want to pack an umbrella, as rain could crash the celebration.
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FOOD
This year’s Thanksgiving feast for 10 will cost $58.08, down 5% from last year but still 19% higher than five years ago, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation.
Turkey prices dropped 6% thanks to lower demand, despite fewer birds being raised due to avian flu. Fresh vegetables like celery and carrots also saw price declines, while processed items like stuffing and dinner rolls rose by over 8%.
Regional differences remain stark, with Western diners paying the most ($67.05) and Southerners the least ($56.81).
While grocery bills are stabilizing, farmers are feeling the pinch, with production costs rising and farm incomes falling. Despite challenges, American food remains among the most affordable globally, with consumers spending less of their income on food than nearly any other country.
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