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Indianapolis Star
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Indianapolis Star
Indiana State Sen. Bohacek allowed to continue driving while OWI case moves through courts
PORTAGE — Porter County Superior Court 6 Judge Jeffrey Thode granted Indiana District 8 State Sen. Mike Bohacek, R-Michiana Shores, his request to be allowed to continue driving until a decision is reached in his operating while intoxicated case. Thode ordered Bohacek on May 18 to use an ignition interlock device to be installed on his vehicle. That will require Bohacek to blow into a tube for his car to start, but the ignition will not turn if the device detects alcohol on his breath. He's charged in a summons with OWI as a Class A misdemeanor after police stopped him Jan. 24 in Michigan City. Bohacek's alleged blood alcohol level was more than three times the .08 percent limit, but he wasn't arrested right away because the Indiana constitution prohibits state lawmakers from being taken into custody while the Indiana General Assembly is in session, except for treason, a felony or breach of peace. The 2025 legislative session began in early January and ended in late April. Bohacek, a republican from Michiana Shores, represents all of Starke County, most of LaPorte and Marshall counties, and the western edge of St. Joseph County. Thode could have ordered an immediate suspension of Bohacek's license, but he sided with written arguments from defense attorney David Payne that such action would have created 'substantial hardship' on Bohacek and his family. The judge's decision came after he granted a motion from Bohacek to waive his right for an initial hearing in the case. In most cases, defendants appear for their initial hearings and are read their rights and given a verbal explanation of the allegations behind the charges. Defendants are given an opportunity to ask questions before a preliminary plea of not guilty is entered on their behalf by the court. In Bohacek's case, the judge granted Payne's written motion for a preliminary not guilty plea. Thode agreed to preside over the case after all of the judges in LaPorte County recused themselves to avoid any appearance of political impropriety. The Porter County Prosecutor's office is trying the case at the request of LaPorte County Prosecutor Sean Fagan for the same reason. Police were called Jan. 24 to the Panda Express restaurant in the 5200 block of Franklin Street in Michigan City after witnesses described a man stumbling out of his vehicle and appearing intoxicated while ordering food. Officers arrived at the restaurant and were told the man left the restaurant in a 2023 Dodge Charger with an Indiana State Senator license plate attached to it, according to prosecutors, who reported an officer soon saw the vehicle turn right onto U.S. 20. Police stopped him on an accusation of traveling 62 in a 45 miles-per-hour zone, police said. Police described Bohacek as having red, watery and bloodshot eyes, and when asked if he had been drinking alcohol, Bohacek denied it, telling the officer in slurred speech he was coming back from Indianapolis and was short on sleep, according to an affidavit filed with the court. At one point, Bohacek, while still seated in his vehicle, began eating food and consuming a drink but stopped at the direction of the officer, police said. Police said Bohacek later spilled some of his food and beverage over his shirt and pants before refusing a certified roadside blood alcohol test. He was taken to a hospital, where a sample of blood was taken from his arm, police said. The officer gave Bohack a ride home and informed him that a warrant for his arrest would be sought once the legislative session was over, according to a probable cause affidavit, The sample later tested by the Indiana State Department of Toxicology in Indianapolis contained a .283 percent blood alcohol content.
13-06-2025
- Business
Chick-fil-A and Taco Bell release limited-time menu items ahead of summer
Chick-fil-A and Taco Bell are introducing new, limited-time menu items, just in time for summer. Chick-fil-A is bringing back its Peach Milkshake for a 16th season and introducing a Peach Frosted Lemonade as well. According to Chick-fil-A, the Peach Frosted Lemonade is made with Chick-fil-A Lemonade or Diet Lemonade and peaches, mixed with Chick-fil-A's Icedream dessert, the same base as the Peach Milkshake, which is crafted with Icedream dessert, peaches, whipped cream and a cherry. "There's something about the Peach Milkshake that really feels like the start of summer, and for 16 years, our Guests have expected -- and anticipated -- its return," Allison Duncan, director of menu and packaging at Chick-fil-A, said in a statement. "As we continue to surprise and delight our Guests with new and unique flavors throughout the year, we wanted to offer a spin on the peach taste everyone knows and loves with the Peach Frosted Lemonade. So whether it's a picnic in the park with friends, or a weeknight dinner with family, our Peach treats -- paired with crispy Chick-n-Strips -- are the perfect duo to share a bite and soak up the flavors of summer." According to Chick-fil-A, both summer drinks "will be available for a limited time at participating restaurants nationwide, while supplies last." How to make fast food favorites from Chick-fil-A, Panda Express and more at home Over at Taco Bell, the chain is building on the successful introduction and comeback of Crispy Chicken Nuggets, adding Crispy Chicken Tacos, Crispy Chicken Burritos, Crispy Chicken Strips, a spicy ranchero sauce, and an avocado ranch sauce starting on June 17, available for a limited time. "Crispy chicken is having a moment, but our fans made it a movement," Taco Bell Chief Marketing Officer Taylor Montgomery said in a statement. "So, we decided to bring our sell-out Nuggets recipe to the formats that defined our brand, because true innovation means elevating the icons, not replacing them. We're not like every other chicken spot out there, we're doing crispy chicken the only way we know how: full of flavor and unmistakably Taco Bell." The crispy chicken additions are all under $10, with a Crispy Chicken Taco going for $2.79, the Crispy Chicken Burrito priced at $5.49 and a two-piece Crispy Chicken Strips set for $3.99. Sauces can also be added to menu orders for $0.30 or $0.60 a piece if bought a la carte.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
The Tastiest Side Dish At Panda Express Is Actually One Of The Healthiest Things On The Menu
Panda Express is practically synonymous with mall crawls and quick eats. If you're looking for low-carb fast food options that won't ruin your diet, the choices can seem few and far between; however, there are still a handful of nutritious dishes among Panda's offerings. Tasting Table set out to determine the definitive rankings of Panda Express' menu items and stumbled upon a runner-up to its ubiquitous orange chicken that packs a punch of lean, green deliciousness. Panda Express super greens are nothing short of heroic and can be ordered as a health-conscious side dish, entree, or kid's meal. Though fast food vegetables can seem like a gamble as far as taste and quality, the mix of kale, cabbage, and broccoli is tossed in a sauce that's been seasoned to perfection, providing nutritional benefits without skimping on the flavor. Per Tasting Table's assessment, the super greens maintain a balanced consistency between crisp and tender, and the garlic sauce is reminiscent of a home-cooked meal. The wholesome nutritional value offers 7 grams of dietary fiber and 9 grams of protein per 10-ounce serving, both of which help to promote gut health, longevity, and healthy muscles. The dish is also lower in sugar, fat, and sodium in comparison to the dishes you should think twice about ordering. Panda Express fans certainly echo this positive sentiment, praising the dish for its simplicity in preparation and big flavor. Read more: 13 Chinese Restaurant Chains, Ranked Worst To Best A thoughtful mix of green vegetables in a light and aromatic sauce, Panda Express super greens are not only a go-to order for Panda customers, but also for employees. Many have tried to suss out what it is about the sauce that makes it so crave-worthy, and the truth is actually much simpler than you might imagine. Whereas copycat recipes attempt to replicate the dish by sauteeing the veggies in a neutral oil, and tossing them with minced garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, Panda Express employees have mentioned the sauce is primarily made of a powdered vegetable soup mix diluted in oil with an additional pinch of salt and garlic in which the blanched vegetables are tossed. You can easily make your own version of the dish at home, though it will not taste exactly like the Panda Express menu item you know and love. Whether you're venturing out for a fast food treat or making your own veggie side dish, remember that the key to any healthy dish is keeping your ingredients simple and preparation methods effective. And the next time you're tossed between steamed rice and chow mein, try pivoting towards a greener alternative. You might find yourself pleasantly surprised. Read the original article on Tasting Table.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
No citation issued after failure to yield right-of-way causes crash
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — One person has been taken to the hospital after two vehicles collided on private property near Panda Express in the morning of June 6. According to a San Angelo Police Department officer at the scene, the collision occurred in the 5600 block of Sherwood Way on a private roadway near a Panda Express and a Chick-fil-A. Fundraiser started after 5-vehicle crash 'totaled' family's only car The officer said the crash happened after a Kia 'coming in off of Sherwood Way' attempting to make a left turn 'turned in front of' a Ford Mustang driving toward the nearby H-E-B grocery store. The officer stated that no serious injuries were reported. However, the driver of the Kia was transported to the hospital as a precautionary measure. The officer also said that, although the crash was caused by a failure to yield right-of-way, no citation will be issued as the incident occurred on private property rather than a public roadway. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Forbes
04-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
How America's Richest Female Farmer Became The Fourth-Richest Self-Made Woman In America
Lynda and Stewart Resnick arrive for a State Dinner in honor of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, at the Booksellers Room of the White House in Washington, DC, on April 10, 2024. It's one of my favorite times of year, and no, I'm not talking about the start of strawberry season. This week Forbes unveiled its annual issue dedicated to America's Richest Self-Made Women. And it's a big one—the 10-year anniversary. It hits particularly home for me since this June also marks a full decade for me on Forbes' staff. A major milestone for a journalist! I've worked on the Self-Made list, as our newsroom calls it, since its inception, and over the years I have had a hand in celebrating listmakers from BET cofounder Sheila Johnson to United Therapeutics founder Martine Rothblatt through the issues' pages. From the food world, this year's ranking features Lynda Resnick, America's richest female farmer, as No. 4. I've been writing about Resnick since my earliest days at Forbes and continue to find the vastness of her ventures through the Wonderful Company—from Fiji Water to Wonderful pistachios to seedless lemons and the country's largest bee colony—fascinating. The spread also features Panda Express cofounder Peggy Cherng as well as Merrilee Kick, the former public school teacher in Texas who landed a massive deal for her booze brand BuzzBallz last year when it was acquired by billionaire-owned spirits conglomerate Sazerac. Other names you might be excited to see in the issue include Selena Gomez, Sara Blakeley (of Spanx fame) and Serena Williams. It's an exceptional group of 100 entrepreneurs and industry game-changers. Enjoy perusing it all! — Chloe Sorvino This is Forbes' Fresh Take newsletter, which every Wednesday brings you the latest on the big ideas changing the future of food. Want to get it in your inbox every week? Sign up here. From left: Daniela Amodei, Selena Gomez, Gwynne Shotwell Bigger fortunes. More billionaires. Increasing impact. We mark the 10th anniversary of our annual list of America's most successful self-made women by celebrating how far these 100 entrepreneurs have come: There are 38 billionaires this year, with fortunes originating in everything from cars to cosmetics to chardonnay. ORLANDO KISSNER/AFP via Getty Images Big Ag Spying: Don't miss this Wired investigation about a powerful agricultural lobby that for years 'led a persistent and often covert campaign to surveil, discredit and suppress animal rights organizations,' and then hand-delivered the opposition research to the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The network of informants relayed information to FBI agents within its department of Weapons of Mass Destruction Directorate in an effort to convince the government that animal activists are 'the preeminent bioterrorism threat to the United States.' Chef Sean Sherman, owner and chef at Owamni prepares cricket to be served in his restaurant in Minneapolis, Minnesota on February 3, 2023. Decolonizing The Food System: Chef Sean Sherman—who is behind the award-winning Minneapolis restaurant Owamni (where I had one of the most mind-blowing meals of my life, as previously covered in this newsletter) as well as his Native-owned pantry staples marketplace Indigenous Food Lab—is expanding his vision, Civil Eats reports. I got an early taste of some of his plans myself when I moderated a keynote fireside chat with Sherman at Expo West 2024 and I'm thrilled to see some concrete news that will bring that all to life. Along with a forthcoming second cookbook called Turtle Island, Sherman is opening his second outpost of Indigenous Food Lab later this year in Bozeman, Montana and is also starting a venture called Meals For Native Institutions, which will address the lack of culturally appropriate meals at institutions like schools, hospitals, prisons and community centers. Boxes of Pepperidge Farm Goldfish crackers are stacked at a Costco Wholesale store on April 27, 2025 in San Diego, California. Cooking At Home Is Back: Or so Campbell's chief executive says. As the Wall Street Journal reports, the beleaguered soup company reported earnings this week that left its stock struggling. And while on first blush it may seem like Campbell's iconic soup cans might do well with more Americans tightening their budgets and less eating out, well, turns out, that's not the case for all its products. Cambell's snacking portfolio of brands like Cape Cod chips, Pepperidge Farms and Goldfish, for example, have not been performing as well as corporate leadership would like. The Price Of Milk The documentary series The Price of Milk, is premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival this Sunday, June 8, with an additional screening on Thursday, June 12. I'd love to see you there! (Full disclosure: I hear Sunday is down to standby-only tickets.) It's my Tribeca Film Festival debut and I'm excited to see this important topic brought to life! FRANCK FERVILLE/AGENCE VU/REDUX 1 It was fun to podcast about my recent article on Chobani and its billionaire founder Hamdi Ulukaya. Check out the full interview here. Chloe Sorvino Maybe the best strawberry shortcake I've ever tasted, after a luxuriously drawn-out lunch at the New York City outpost of Venice Beach-famed restaurant Gjelina. Thanks for reading the 145th edition of Forbes Fresh Take! Let me know what you think. 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