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Seth Ketron
Coverage of Seth Ketron in the Nexus archive.
- Minnesota families plan earlier for back‑to‑school shopping as prices rise and demand grows
Minnesota families are planning back-to-school shopping earlier due to rising prices and demand. National data shows families expect to spend an average of $922 this year, with 47% planning to spend more than last year. Parents are using AI tools for shopping and allowing children to influence purchases, while experts note increased costs driven by classroom technology and social pressures.