AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFood Safety Update: North Carolina says cyclosporiasis growth is slowing, with 11 new cases reported Aug. 25 (940 total since May) and officials pointing to exposure sources already passing through the food chain; Public Health Watch: Ohio also reports a steep weekly drop in new cyclosporiasis cases (189 added Aug. 21–27, down 55%), with the nationwide outbreak tied to recalled iceberg lettuce; Convenience & Beverages: Sheetz launches “Dashboard Diaries,” pairing road-trip storytelling with Ribbonwire Ranch snacks across 800+ stores; Retail Drinks for Fall: 7-Eleven rolls out pumpkin-season beverages, including a bottled 7-Select Pumpkin Spice Iced Cappuccino deal and new Hanks For Our Troops coffee options; Restaurant Openings & Menus: Ambar expands its Balkan dining with a Premium Menu at Capitol Hill and Clarendon featuring seafood and premium cuts; Community Food Relief: The Food Bank of West Central Texas kicks off a Million Meal Challenge throughout September, urging donations, volunteering, and fundraising; Local Dining Culture: Seattle grows phone-free events to encourage in-person connection, while Yakima spotlights a massive “Monster Burrito” at Nino’s.
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