Florida's White Castle footprint is getting bigger, and this time Daytona Beach is the target. The chain has started construction on a new Daytona Beach restaurant, adding to a state where White Castle has already established a growing presence with locations in Orlando, Clermont and Kissimmee. For East Coast fans in Volusia County, the new restaurant could make a White Castle run a lot easier. Where the new [...]
Indiana could be next in line for Buc-ee’s — and might get two
Indiana has been watching Buc-ee's expand across the Midwest, and the Hoosier State may finally be moving closer to its own giant travel center. If the deal comes together, it would add another major stop to Buc-ee's fast-growing new-state expansion push. The latest buzz is focused on Greenwood, just south of Indianapolis. The Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) reported in November 2025 that Buc-ee's has been in [...]
Costco shoppers are seeing major changes at food courts nationwide
Costco's famous food court has long been one of the biggest perks of membership, drawing customers with low-priced favorites such as the $1.50 hot dog-and-drink combo, pizza and frozen treats. Now, shoppers are beginning to notice several changes at food courts across the country. Membership checks become more common One of the most significant changes involves who can access Costco's food court. In recent years, the [...]
Century-old Washington fruit company lays off dozens of workers
For more than a century, Blue Bird Inc. has been part of Washington’s fruit industry, supplying pears, apples, and cherries from the Wenatchee Valley. But the longtime agricultural company is now making significant workforce cuts as seasonal operations wind down in 2026. Blue Bird announces layoffs in Wenatchee Blue Bird Inc. filed a WARN notice with Washington state officials announcing layoffs affecting 82 workers at [...]
Iconic Texas steakhouse closes after more than 70 years in business
A beloved Texas restaurant that spent decades serving generations of families has officially shut down, marking the end of one of San Antonio’s longest-running dining institutions. The closure comes as longtime restaurants across Texas continue facing economic pressure, rising operating costs, and changing dining habits. The Barn Door in San Antonio permanently closed on Mother’s Day weekend last month, ending a 73-year run [...]
Fast-growing coffee chain plans massive expansion as new locations continue to open
While many restaurant and retail brands are slowing growth, Dutch Bros is continuing an aggressive expansion campaign across the United States. The drive-thru coffee chain has unveiled plans to add hundreds of new locations as it works toward an ambitious long-term growth target. Dutch Bros plans approximately 175 new stores Dutch Bros expects to open over 175 new locations during 2026, building on several years of rapid [...]
