July 4th deals 2022: Where to find the best food discounts and freebies
From Slurpees and ice cream to festive drinks and free kids’ meals, here’s a look at discounts and freebies to take advantage of this July 4th weekend.
From Slurpees and ice cream to festive drinks and free kids’ meals, here’s a look at discounts and freebies to take advantage of this July 4th weekend.
Sustainable bean-less coffee company receives $40M in funding
As the future of coffee beans as a crop faces uncertainty, a group of food scientists, biochemists and entrepreneurs at Atomo Coffee have reverse-engineered the coffee bean to create a smooth version of their favorite morning drink that has the same caffeinated kick but doesn’t require any beans at all.
As the future of coffee beans as a crop faces uncertainty, a group of food scientists, biochemists and entrepreneurs at Atomo Coffee have reverse-engineered the coffee bean to create a smooth version of their favorite morning drink that has the same caffeinated kick but doesn’t require any beans at all.
Safest vehicle? Armored Lexus LX 600 SUV now on sale
Luxury truck turned into a safe house
Luxury truck turned into a safe house
Viral Burger King employee who never missed a day of work in 27 years receives over $270K in donations
Kevin Ford received a “goodie bag” for working 27 years at Burger King, never missing a day of work. But his daughter didn’t think that was enough.
Kevin Ford received a “goodie bag” for working 27 years at Burger King, never missing a day of work. But his daughter didn’t think that was enough.
Tarrant Co. appraisal board employee files complaints against realtor helping people protest appraisals
A realtor in Tarrant County who has helped hundreds of homeowners fight their appraisal bills is the subject of complaints by an official in the county.
A realtor in Tarrant County who has helped hundreds of homeowners fight their appraisal bills is the subject of complaints by an official in the county.
'World's largest' chocolate factory halts production after salmonella infection
A huge Belgian chocolate factory has halted production after detecting salmonella in a batch of chocolates.
A huge Belgian chocolate factory has halted production after detecting salmonella in a batch of chocolates.
TABC agents to conduct spot checks during July 4th holiday
TABC says major holidays often result in busy crowds at bars, restaurants and clubs, increasing the risk of alcohol-related violations.
TABC says major holidays often result in busy crowds at bars, restaurants and clubs, increasing the risk of alcohol-related violations.
Honest Tea founder announces new tea brand in wake of Coca-Cola discontinuation
Seth Goldman, a Bethesda entrepreneur who co-founded Honest Tea in 1998 has announced a new iced tea company to launch this fall called "Just Ice Tea." The announcement comes just a little over a month since Coca-Cola, who fully bought Honest Tea in 2011, announced plans to phase out Honest tea products by the end of this year.
Seth Goldman, a Bethesda entrepreneur who co-founded Honest Tea in 1998 has announced a new iced tea company to launch this fall called "Just Ice Tea." The announcement comes just a little over a month since Coca-Cola, who fully bought Honest Tea in 2011, announced plans to phase out Honest tea products by the end of this year.
Johnny Cash’s Casitas Springs home in CA hits market for $1.795M
The country legend's Ventura, California, ranch still sports original Johnny Cash features and a recording studio.
The country legend's Ventura, California, ranch still sports original Johnny Cash features and a recording studio.
Independence Day Garden BBQ with Lutie's and LeRoy and Lewis
Lutie's Garden Restaurant is joining with LeRoy and Lewis for the first-ever Independence Day Garden BBQ at the sunken gardens at the Commodore Perry Estate on July 3.
Lutie's Garden Restaurant is joining with LeRoy and Lewis for the first-ever Independence Day Garden BBQ at the sunken gardens at the Commodore Perry Estate on July 3.
Independence Day 'Lobster Boil Supper' at Garbo's
You can celebrate Independence Day with a three-course feast at Garbo's Fresh Main Lobster's brick-and-mortar location in North Austin.
You can celebrate Independence Day with a three-course feast at Garbo's Fresh Main Lobster's brick-and-mortar location in North Austin.
Ford recalling nearly 2,900 F-150 Lightning trucks
The Ford F-150 Lightning truck safety compliance recall covers 2,666 vehicles in the U.S. and 220 in Canada in the 2022 model year.
The Ford F-150 Lightning truck safety compliance recall covers 2,666 vehicles in the U.S. and 220 in Canada in the 2022 model year.
How families are handling the end of pandemic-era free school meals
The pandemic-era federal aid that made school meals available for free to all public school students — regardless of family income levels — is ending, raising fears about the effects in the upcoming school year for families already struggling with rising food and fuel costs.
The pandemic-era federal aid that made school meals available for free to all public school students — regardless of family income levels — is ending, raising fears about the effects in the upcoming school year for families already struggling with rising food and fuel costs.
More Austin-area pools to open soon, Deep Eddy rescheduling monthly closure
The city of Austin says that these increased pool operations come as Austin Parks and Recreation reaches 551 lifeguards ready-to-work.
The city of Austin says that these increased pool operations come as Austin Parks and Recreation reaches 551 lifeguards ready-to-work.
Need a place to elope? Las Vegas makes it easier with ‘Wedding Row’
Las Vegas doesn’t want tourists, rushing to tie the knot, to waste time finding a chapel.
Las Vegas doesn’t want tourists, rushing to tie the knot, to waste time finding a chapel.
Dripping Springs Skatepark closer to reality
DS Skatepark, Inc. is hoping to start construction on the project by the end of 2022 or the beginning of 2023, says the city of Dripping Springs.
DS Skatepark, Inc. is hoping to start construction on the project by the end of 2022 or the beginning of 2023, says the city of Dripping Springs.
Amid flight delays, TSA uses humor to explain travel tips with ‘airport shenanigans’
The TSA may not be known as comedians, but their Instagram account has jokes — and they may be worth more than just a chuckle to frustrated passengers.
The TSA may not be known as comedians, but their Instagram account has jokes — and they may be worth more than just a chuckle to frustrated passengers.
Texas McDonald's restaurants raise over $250K for Uvalde community
Last week, participating locations donated 10 percent of their lunchtime sales to two organizations helping the Uvalde community.
Last week, participating locations donated 10 percent of their lunchtime sales to two organizations helping the Uvalde community.
Taco Bell's newest menu items include gigantic Cheez-It
Taco Bell's latest menu items are a take on their Tostada and Crunchwrap Supreme using a giant Cheez-It that's 16 times bigger than the normal cracker.
Taco Bell's latest menu items are a take on their Tostada and Crunchwrap Supreme using a giant Cheez-It that's 16 times bigger than the normal cracker.
This week’s July 4 flight forecast: Cancellations and delays surge amid hectic holiday travel week
The Fourth of July is around the corner, and air travelers are making their plans to enjoy what may be the busiest travel season of the year so far.
The Fourth of July is around the corner, and air travelers are making their plans to enjoy what may be the busiest travel season of the year so far.