Arkansas’ theory for attracting factories was simple: Fewer regulations, no unions, low taxes. Unfortunately, even that incredibly factory-friendly environment won't save the state from mass layoffs, as it’s now facing 1,500+ jobs lost from three separate plants closing. What’s more - this is only the tip of the iceberg, as the national environment is arguably even worse. 3 lost plants The first - and biggest - [...]
Pepsi closes US factory and fires everyone – more could follow shortly
Following a slew of factory closures around the United States, Pepsi is unfortunately at it again. This time, the impacted plant is in Detroit at 1555 Mack Avenue, with 84 jobs to be cut as of September 27th. Pepsi is closing down manufacturing operations, although “warehouse, fleet, delivery, sales and field service teams will continue to operate at this location,” per a company statement. It’s just the latest in [...]
Texas gains 3 new Chick-fil-As as nationwide surge expands
Congratulations, Texas: You’re getting three new Chick-fil-As! (As if you didn’t already have enough great food options, from Whataburger to Buc-ee’s, HEB to, well, lots of Chick-fil-A locations already open.) While a chain restaurant expanding can sometimes be controversial…not so with Chick-fil-A, which is already America’s favorite fried chicken by a mile. And these three are just the tip of the iceberg, as [...]
New York City abruptly loses 11 beloved restaurants as losses accelerate
New York City is in many ways a microcosm of America, with many of the same issues straining businesses across the country magnified locally. And unfortunately, that means the local restaurant scene is taking a ton of hits - with 11 NYC restaurants recently closing (and more likely on the way). The issues at play here are nothing new - on the demand side, hybrid work has caused market distortions, layoffs and job [...]
Pennsylvania loses 2 more factories with 800+ confirmed layoffs
Pennsylvania unfortunately has some big layoffs on the horizon, with 800+ workers set to lose their jobs as two plants have announced closure plans. That’s on top of three other facilities that had already announced closures… Not to mention additional big losses in Philadelphia specifically… Allentown is poised to take a big hit, as United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI) has announced plans to shutter a distribution [...]
Colorado announces statewide soda ban for SNAP benefits, with more planned changes incoming
If you use SNAP benefits at the grocery store, soon you’ll find you’re unable to use them to buy soda, as Colorado and a slew of other states just got approval from the federal government to restrict SNAP benefit usage. Colorado’s ban extends to any beverage with at least 5 grams of sweetener per 12 ounces, which means it should only cover soft drinks like soda. Colorado is one of several states (about a dozen in [...]
