Papa Johns is moving forward with a major plan to close hundreds of underperforming restaurants across North America, a decision that could affect locations in Texas, where the chain maintains one of its largest statewide footprints. While the company has not released a list of stores slated to close, executives say many of the targeted restaurants fit a specific profile that includes older, lower-performing [...]
Historic California fruit plant closure leaves 765 workers without jobs after bankruptcy
One of California's largest food industry layoffs of 2026 became official in April when Del Monte Foods permanently closed its historic Modesto fruit processing plant, eliminating 765 jobs after a months-long bankruptcy and asset sale process. The closure marked the end of operations at a facility that had processed peaches, pears and apricots for more than a century, sending shockwaves through the Central Valley's [...]
Costco membership perks many shoppers don’t know about
A Costco membership offers more than access to warehouse-sized groceries. While many shoppers join to save on food and household essentials, the retailer includes several lesser-known perks that can add even more value throughout the year. Discounted prescriptions One of Costco's most overlooked benefits is its pharmacy. Members can often find competitive prices on prescription medications, and many routine immunizations [...]
Nearly 100-year-old Texas supermarket chain is closing its last store
For generations of Rio Grande Valley families, a trip to M. Rivas Supermarket was more than just a grocery run. It was a neighborhood tradition built on familiar faces, affordable prices, and a strong sense of community. Now, after nearly a century in business, that chapter is coming to an end. Family-owned chain closing its final store M. Rivas Supermarket announced that it would permanently close its last remaining [...]
Global beverage manufacturer to close Ohio plant, eliminating 60+ jobs
Another food and beverage manufacturer is reducing its U.S. footprint. Refresco, one of the world's largest independent beverage manufacturers, is permanently closing an Ohio production facility this summer, a move that will eliminate dozens of jobs and reflects the ongoing challenges facing the manufacturing sector. Carlisle plant to shut down According to a WARN notice filed with the Ohio Department of Job and Family [...]
Which name brands make Costco’s Kirkland products? Here’s what we know
Costco's Kirkland Signature brand has earned a reputation for offering high-quality products at lower prices, leading shoppers to wonder whether some of their favorite name brands are secretly making them. While Costco doesn't publicly disclose the manufacturer behind every Kirkland item, a handful of partnerships have been confirmed over the years, while others remain popular rumors. Some partnerships are confirmed One [...]
