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 [...]
Famous burger chain shutters more than a dozen locations across the U.S.
Five Guys remains one of America's most recognizable burger brands, but several locations have recently closed or announced plans to close as the company adjusts its restaurant footprint. The closures come as many restaurant operators face rising labor costs, higher food prices, and changing consumer spending habits. While Five Guys continues to operate more than 1,500 locations in the US, recent closures have affected [...]
Nebraska cereal plant prepares to close for good; 450 employees to lose jobs
Hundreds of workers at a longtime Kellogg's manufacturing facility are preparing to lose their jobs as the company moves ahead with plans to permanently close its Omaha, Nebraska, plant. The shutdown will affect more than 450 employees and marks the end of a major chapter in the city's food manufacturing history. Layoffs scheduled this summer WK Kellogg Co. recently revealed that approximately 451 employees will be laid [...]
