Columbus, OH

GeekSpin

Burger King, the crown-wearing monarch of flame-grilled goodness, has just extended their $5 Your Way Meal deal through October 2024. This value meal offer, which was initially introduced on June 10, has proven to be both popular with customers and profitable for the company. The $5 Your Way Meal at Burger King includes a choice […]
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Burger King’s $5 Whopper of a Deal Gets Extended Through October

Axios

Walmart is teaming up with Burger King to offer Walmart+ members a new dining benefit — a discount at the burger chain and free Whoppers. Why it matters: The new partnership comes as restaurants and retailers are looking to boost value and affordability to drive sales. Restaurants including Burger...

Walmart adds benefit for members — a Burger King discount

The US Sun

A FUMING Kroger shopper has blasted the retailer’s self-checkout policy after a frustrating experience. Many shoppers say they’re tired of checking out their groceries by themselves. Customers are voicing their concerns on social media. “Thank you @kroger for reminding me why I hate your store,” one angry shopper wrote in an X post. “I usually […]

‘Left the cart in the aisle,’ despairs Kroger shopper after being forced to use self-checkout thanks to store’s decision

Business Insider

Walmart+ members get new Burger King discounts and perks as its rivalry with Amazon Prime heats up.

The grocery wars are heating up as Walmart rolls out new Burger King discounts for members

Los Angeles County, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Some fast food chains are struggling to boost sales, but Taco Bell is going from strength to strength.

Taco Bell is giving customers exactly what they want right now: cheap fast food

Target (TGT) added to good news about the state of the U.S. consumer, emerging from a long sales slump and boosting its profit forecast; the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) publishes minutes from its July meetings today, giving investors another read on an expected September interest-rate cut; shares of JD.com (JD) are sinking in premarket trading after Walmart (WMT) sold its stake in the Chinese e-commerce giant for a reported $3.6 billion; China has launched an anti-subsidy investigation into dairy imports from the European Union (EU); and Netflix (NFLX) shares are in focus after a huge jump in ad sales drove its stock to a record high Tuesday. U.S. stock futures are edging higher ahead of the Federal Reserve meeting minutes after the benchmark S&P 500 index ended a streak of eight straight winning sessions yesterday. Here’s what investors need to know today.

5 Things to Know Before the Stock Market Opens

Georgia State

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Atlanta, GA

Daily Coffee Press

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Fast-food giants like McDonald's, Starbucks, and KFC reported drops in comparable US sales. In particular, lower-income consumers are cutting back.

It's been another bad quarter for the fast-food industry. Burgers and pizza are too expensive, and Americans just don't want to splash out.

The entertainment giant reported weaker-than-expected results in its theme parks division, highlighting a broader consumer spending pullback.

Disney's theme parks are struggling, and it's another warning sign for the economy

Douglas, GA

A local Walmart employee was recently arrested on a misdemeanor charge after allegedly stealing over $60 worth of merchandise from the store. Additionally, she faced a felony charge after officers discovered suspected methamphetamine in her locker during the arrest.

Douglas Walmart Employee Arrested for Methamphetamine Possession and Shoplifting

Plymouth, MA

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Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Ohio State

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Virginia State

Kentucky Vibes.net

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

A LOWE’S shopper slammed the hardware retailer’s self-checkout switch-up. The customer claimed the newly implemented self-checkout lines are “disastrous” and threatened to take his business elsewhere. An X user took to social media to share his experience at Lowe’s. The former customer claimed he had to wait a “drastically” long time to use the self-checkout […]

‘Disastrous,’ says Lowe’s shopper as he slams store’s checkout switch-up – the move has driven him to ‘mom & pop store’

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In an attempt to compete with Amazon, Walmart partnered with Burger King to offer meal discounts for some customers.

Walmart, Burger King partner to offer discounts

FanSided

The old saying about membership having its privileges has another example in the food world. Announced today, Walmart+ members are getting a big benefit at Burger King. Ready to have it your way at BK?. Consumers are searching for value in every food purchase. After dealing with shrinkflation, rising costs,...

Walmart+ members get big savings on their Burger King orders

A federal court has struck down a Federal Trade Commission rule that would have banned noncompete clauses in employment contracts from being enforced. The ban would have made it illegal for businesses to restrict where their former employees work or whether they can start their own businesses. The FTC faces...

Federal Court Blocks Noncompete Ban, For Now

Krispy Kreme promised to launch doughnuts at McDonald’s restaurants nationwide, and the chain is putting forth a series of serious investments to hold up its end of the bargain. The national rollout begins in the fall starting in Chicago, McDonald’s home market. Krispy Kreme expects to reach 1,000 restaurants...

Krispy Kreme Modernizes Operations to Prepare for McDonald’s Nationwide Launch

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New Walmart+ Perk Includes Free Whoppers, Burger King Discounts

Walmart on Thursday added a new benefit to its Walmart+ subscription plan, giving members 25% off on digital orders for Burger King. The move comes as...

New Walmart+ Perk Includes Free Whoppers, Burger King Discounts

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