Author: Kelly Tyko, USA TODAY

COVID-19 at-home tests are hard to find and now Abbott’s BinaxNOW kits cost more at Walmart and Kroger.

Crystal Pepsi is making another comeback in time for its 30th anniversary with a Twitter contest. The clear soda was discontinued in 1994.

Chipotle has released a plant-based chorizo that is vegan-certified. It’s available for a limited time. The chain also released new lifestyle bowls.

What stores are open on New Year’s Day 2022? Most stores but some have reduced hours. Costco and Sam’s Club are closed on the holiday.

Many grocery stores will close early on New Year’s Eve and will have reduced hours on New Year’s Day Saturday. See the list.

What time does Costco close on New Year’s Eve? Is Walmart open on New Year’s Day 2022? Here are store hours for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

Restaurants open for New Year’s 2022 include Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Cracker Barrel, Del Taco, Sonic, Popeyes, Panera, Firehouse Subs and more.

A shortage of Champagne may not just mean a less bubbly New Year. It may take some of the sparkle out of your upcoming celebrations.

Bacon Day is Dec. 30 and Wendy’s has free Baconator Fries for a limited time. There are also deals at McDonald’s, Burger King, Taco Bell and more.