title: Populate variables with strings from within a string
body: <p>I have tried various PHP <code>str_*</code> functions, but can't find the right combination of replace, <code>explode()</code>, etc. to do what I need.  </p>
  
  <p>I want to grab some specific text that will be in a string -ex below:</p>
  
  <blockquote>
    <p>Terms of Service ID: <strong>#928374</strong> (Val: $<strong>2.50</strong>, Add'l fee: <strong>10.25</strong>%)</p>
  </blockquote>
  
  <p>Note the string pieces in bold.  I need to grab them from that main string.  These bolded values of course change several times per user, which is really throwing me off.  The non-bolded text is consistent/constant.</p>
  
  <p>Does anyone know if what I am attempting- can be accomplished? If so, could you please provide some guidance/insight?  Would be much appreciated.</p>