A Washington brewery that has spent years serving locally made beer and bringing the community together is preparing to pour its final pints. After nearly a decade in business, the brewery is set to close its doors in September, giving customers one last chance to visit before it shuts down. Off Camber Brewing is closing Off Camber Brewing in Puyallup is scheduled to close on September 26, 2026. The brewery opened in [...]
Major burger chain franchisee files for bankruptcy, putting over 300 locations at risk
A major Wendy’s franchise operator has filed for bankruptcy protection, putting hundreds of restaurants across the country under financial pressure. While the filing raises questions about the future of the locations, the company says customers should not expect immediate changes at its restaurants. 314 Wendy’s restaurants affected Meritage Hospitality Group, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, filed for Chapter 11 [...]
Florida-based fried chicken chain files for bankruptcy after closing multiple locations
A well-known Southern restaurant chain built around fried chicken has filed for bankruptcy protection, adding another name to a growing list of restaurant operators facing financial pressure. The filing comes after the company closed several locations, leaving fewer restaurants operating across its once-expanding footprint. Yardbird files for Chapter 11 Yardbird Group LLC, the operator behind Yardbird Southern Table [...]
Acclaimed California restaurant will close its current location in September
San Francisco is about to lose one of its most distinctive dining destinations, at least temporarily. An acclaimed Malaysian restaurant known for bringing the flavors and traditions of Penang to the city is preparing to serve its final meals at its current location later this month. Azalina’s will serve its final dinner September 26 Azalina’s, the Malaysian tasting-menu restaurant at 499 Ellis St. in San Francisco’s [...]
Beloved Vermont seafood restaurant closed after 75 years in business
A longtime Vermont seafood destination has officially closed its doors, ending a remarkable run that spanned roughly seven decades. The family-owned business had become a fixture in the Essex Junction community, serving generations of customers along the way. Ray’s Seafood served its final meal Ray’s Seafood Market & Restaurant in Essex Junction served its final meal on September 12, 2026, ending approximately 75 [...]
Popular frozen food company cuts 176 jobs at California plant
A major frozen food company is cutting more than 170 jobs at one of its California manufacturing plants, affecting workers at a facility that produces some familiar grocery-store favorites. The plant itself is expected to remain open, but its production schedule is changing as the company adjusts to anticipated demand. Ruiz Foods is cutting 176 jobs Ruiz Foods, the company behind popular frozen Mexican food brands [...]
