As if North Carolina needed more bad economic news right now. Especially after the recent painful loss of hundreds of jobs as a whole wave of factories has gone dark... North Carolina is preparing for yet another significant blow to its manufacturing base as a longstanding packaging facility will shut its doors later this year, placing more than a hundred jobs on the line. Packaging Corporation of America announced it [...]
Texas is getting 4 new Waffle Houses — believe it!
Texans are about to have even more places to satisfy their late-night breakfast cravings, as Waffle House is set to open four new locations across the state in the coming year. The 24-hour diner chain, famous for its waffles (duh!), hash browns “scattered, smothered and covered,” and round-the-clock comfort food, already operates more than 130 Waffle Houses across Texas. Meanwhile, across the country the chain counts over [...]
2 Hawaii restaurants abruptly close due to cockroach infestation
Two Kailua-Kona restaurants were abruptly shut down in late July/early August after health inspectors discovered severe sanitation violations, including cockroach infestations in food-preparation areas. Here’s the story, including whether the restaurants are open again… Kenichi Pacific closed after inspection The Hawaii Department of Health ordered an immediate closure of Kenichi Pacific, a popular sushi, steak, and [...]
90 new Wawa’s in North Carolina? Yes please!
Wawa has officially made its debut in North Carolina — and it’s only getting started. The beloved East Coast convenience chain, famous for its hoagies and coffee, plans to open up to 90 stores across the Tar Heel State over the next decade. Wawa’s first North Carolina stores Wawa opened its first-ever North Carolina location in Kill Devil Hills in May 2024, marking the start of an aggressive statewide expansion. As of [...]
Why In-N-Out, Wawa, and Buc-ee’s are all targeting Tennessee
Tennessee has quietly become one of the hottest states in America for big-name business expansion — and now, three cult-favorite brands are rushing in: In-N-Out Burger, Wawa, and Buc-ee’s. These aren’t just any chains. Each has a fiercely loyal following, limited geographic footprint, and a reputation for drawing massive crowds wherever they go. So why are all three suddenly planting flags in the Volunteer State? A [...]
Legendary 77-Year-Old California restaurant abruptly closes — rent too darn high
After 77 years of serving the Los Angeles community, Papa Cristo’s, the beloved Greek restaurant and market located in the Pico-Union neighborhood, has closed its doors permanently. Owner Chrys Chrys announced the closure in April 2025 with May 4th as the last day, citing escalating rent costs as the primary reason for the shutdown. It's not alone, but the Papa Cristo's story didn't end there… A Storied [...]
