Another day, another iconic brand shutting down a factory. This time it’s Hostess - maker of all kinds of delicious snacks and cakes - closing its iconic plant in Indianapolis by the end of 2026. That’s an estimated 260 jobs on the line, although if Smucker successfully sells the plant, perhaps some of those jobs could be preserved. (Pure speculation on my part.) The J.M. Smucker Company bought Hostess in 2023, and the [...]
Botulism Outbreak in Italy Leads to Deaths and Multiple Hospitalizations
The botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin that paralyzes muscles – in fact, it’s what Botox injections are made from. While the botulinum toxin might work great for smoothing wrinkles, it can be fatal when ingested. An outbreak of botulism in contaminated foods in Italy in recent weeks has led to the deaths of four people, with several others hospitalized. The food sources were broccoli and guacamole, which were served from food [...]
3 more Texas restaurants declare bankruptcy as economic downturn accelerates
Texas just can’t seem to catch a break. Fresh off the news that a string of beloved grocery stores are closing… (And don’t forget the breweries going under…) Now the problems have spread to the restaurant sector - with three restaurants declaring bankruptcy in a surprisingly short time frame. This is, of course, all happening against the backdrop of broader malaise across retail and especially restaurants. [...]
DIY Fall Candle (All-Natural)
This simple DIY fall candle recipe gives you a cozy, pumpkin-spice-scented candle that’s perfect for filling your home with fall vibes. There’s something magical about the cozy glow of a candle on a crisp fall evening. The flickering light, the warm scents of spice, and the sense of comfort it brings can instantly transform your space into a seasonal haven. Instead of buying expensive fall-scented candles, why not make [...]
Anheuser-Busch invests $15 million into US brewery – with $285 million more incoming
If you're tired of all the bad news of factories closing around the US, well then - here's the other side of the coin: Anheuser-Busch just announced a planned $15 million investment into their flagship US brewery in St. Louis. There's no word on whether it'll add a single new job, but money's always a good sign! (Especially with all the factory closures around Missouri lately.) And now for the even better news - [...]
Forget Wendy’s Frosty, Here are 7 Better Ice Creams
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