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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
White Castle Declares Summer Nights Belong to the Crave
Expanded late-night hours, exclusive Craver Nation Rewards deals, and new Night Castle merch mark White Castle's bold summer celebration COLUMBUS, Ohio, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As the sun sets later and the nights grow warmer, White Castle is turning up the heat on summer with a bold reminder: There's only one true destination for nocturnal Cravings — and that's Night Castle®. Beginning June 20, the eve of the summer solstice and the shortest night of the year, White Castle is introducing new hours, new gear and unbeatable deals through Craver Nation Rewards™ for late-night snackers and mealtime adventurers alike. "White Castle has always been there for our Cravers when it matters most — even when the clock strikes midnight and beyond," said Jamie Richardson, vice president at White Castle. "Night Castle isn't just a moment in time — it's a state of mind. Whether it's summer nights, weekend outings or just a craving that won't quit, we're proud to be the place people turn to for craveable flavor, great value and unforgettable memories." Expanded Late-Night Hours to Meet the Crave White Castle is proud to announce that 91% of its Castles are now open until 1 a.m. or later and 72% are open 24/7 — the highest level of late-night operating hours since 2020. Whether it's a midnight snack, a 2 a.m. meal with friends or the perfect nightcap to a summer night out, Night Castle is ready. New Night Castle Merch Drops at House of Crave To help Cravers suit up for the season, White Castle is dropping all-new Night Castle-themed merchandise exclusively at its online store, The limited-edition lineup, available beginning June 20, includes: A Night Castle baseball jersey for the MVP of the midnight snack squad. A classic Night Castle T-shirt. A Night Castle table pong set (with cups included) for summer fun. Popcorn buckets perfect for late-night movie marathons. Cravers can visit to shop the full collection and celebrate the vibe that only Night Castle delivers. Late-Night Value for Craver Nation Rewards Members Night Castle is not just about being open late — it's also about rewarding those who Crave the most. From 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. daily through Sept. 7, Craver Nation Rewards members can unlock two exclusive offers: The $6 Cheesy Cravings Meal: Four cheese Sliders, three cheese sticks, a small fry and a small soft drink. $5 off in-app delivery orders. Both deals are available through the White Castle app. Signing up for Craver Nation Rewards is free, fast and the easiest way to maximize the Crave — especially after dark. About White Castle® White Castle, America's first fast-food hamburger chain, has been making hot and tasty Sliders since 1921. Based in Columbus, Ohio, the family-owned business owns and operates about 340 restaurants as well as a retail division providing its famous fare in freezer aisles of retail stores nationwide. As part of its commitment to offering the highest quality products, White Castle owns and operates its own Slider Provider meat plants, bakeries and frozen-Slider retail plants. White Castle has earned numerous accolades over the years including Time magazine's "Most Influential Burger of All Time" (2014, The Original Slider®) and Thrillist's "Best Plant-Based Fast-Food Burger" (2019, Impossible™ Slider). In 2021, Fast Company named the fast-food pioneer one of the "10 Most Innovative Dining Companies." White Castle is known for the legendary engagement of its team members and has received the Great Place to Work® Certification™ for an extraordinary five consecutive years spanning 2021–2025. White Castle is beloved by its passionate fans (Cravers), many of whom compete each year for entry into the Cravers Hall of Fame. The official White Castle app makes it easy for Cravers to sign up for the CRAVER NATION REWARDSTM loyalty program, access sweet deals and place pickup orders at any time. For more information on White Castle and how to Follow Your Crave, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE White Castle
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
From Canada with Love: Celebrating 30 Delicious Years of the McFlurry®
Join McDonald's Canada in Honouring the Atlantic Roots of the McFlurry with New Flavours, Art and a Summer of Celebration TORONTO, June 10, 2025 /CNW/ - A Canadian invention as iconic as poutine, the McFlurry® – one of Canada's tastiest creations – is celebrating its 30th anniversary this summer! Created in June 1995 by Ron McLellan, a visionary Canadian franchisee from Bathurst, New Brunswick, the McFlurry has transformed from its humble beginnings as a local favourite into an international phenomenon, enjoyed in 99 countries around the world. This summer, McDonald's Canada is inviting people across the country to dive into a celebration filled with new flavours, art, and Canadian spirit. "The McFlurry is more than a dessert; it's a testament to the Canadian spirit of innovation and a source of national pride," said Ron McLellan, McDonald's Canada Franchisee and inventor of the McFlurry. While the McFlurry might have captured hearts globally, its roots remain planted in Atlantic Canada. As we mark this significant milestone, McDonald's Canada invites guests to celebrate the innovation and community spirit that the McFlurry embodies by picking up a McFlurry this summer and enjoying a sweet bite of unique Canadian history. "Creating the McFlurry was about sharing joy," McLellan reflects. "Seeing it embraced around the world is a dream." Taste the Celebration: New Menu Lineup Celebrate the McFlurry all summer long with limited-time flavours that promise an explosion of taste. Canadians can mark this milestone with the Birthday Cake McFlurry – made with creamy vanilla soft serve, confetti cookie dough, and a splash of birthday cake syrup. They can also indulge in the luscious Cheesecake McFlurry, with four flavour toppings to choose from, including: Strawberry, Fudge, Caramel, and Oreo. Following this, McDonald's Canada will introduce another new flavour to help Canadians beat the heat while quantities last. Every McFlurry is made with 100% Canadian dairy, reflecting McDonald's commitment to quality and Canadian sourcing. Art Meets Dessert: East Coast Originality in Action To pay homage to the birthplace of the McFlurry, McDonald's Canada is launching its "An East Coast Original" campaign to celebrate where it all began. As part of this tribute, seven talented artists across the East Coast were commissioned to craft and produce original McFlurry-inspired artworks in each of their unique mediums to bring this campaign to life. These pieces will highlight the dynamic culture and vibrant spirit of Atlantic Canada, instill pride, and showcase local originality, in recognition of the McFlurry 30th anniversary. The artists included in the campaign are: Vanessa Thomas, Painting & Mixed Media, Nova Scotia Adam McNamara, Wood Sculpture, Nova Scotia Cynthia DeCoste, Painting, New Brunswick Janice Goguen & Les Hookeuses du Bor'de'lo, Rug Hooking, New Brunswick Sarah Nicole Dart, Cynography, PEI Jill O'Reilly, Stained Glass Mosaic, Newfoundland Jonathan and Elizabeth White, Quilting, Driftwood & Painting, Newfoundland McFlurry Fast Facts The McFlurry was first created on June 7th, 1995, in Bathurst, New Brunswick, by Ron McLellan, McDonald's Canada franchisee It was named McFlurry because a flurry felt like a cool, crisp, catch-a-snowflake-on-your-tongue moment of delightful possibility that engaged the senses and lifted people's moods The first-ever McFlurry flavour was Oreo, and still one of the most beloved flavours today At launch, there were six flavours at Ron McLellan's Bathurst, New Brunswick location: Oreo, Smarties, Coffee Crisp, Crispy Crunch, SKOR, and Fudgee-O Ron McLellan's favourite McFlurry flavour is caramel with a double shot of Oreo! Some global unique flavours include Baci® Perugina® in Italy, Matcha in Japan, and Durian Crunch in Singapore About McDonald's Canada: In 1967, Canada welcomed the first McDonald's restaurant to Richmond, British Columbia. Today, McDonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited has become part of the Canadian fabric, with McDonald's restaurants serving nearly two million guests every day and employing almost 100,00 people across Canada. More than 90 per cent of McDonald's 1,450 Canadian restaurants are locally owned and operated by independent franchisees, with the remaining restaurants corporately owned and operated by McDonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited. Of the almost $2 billion spent on food and paper by McDonald's restaurants, over 80 per cent is purchased from suppliers in Canada. For more information on McDonald's Canada, visit SOURCE McDonald's Canada View original content to download multimedia:
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Webster kicks off the season with 2025 Summer Celebration
WEBSTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Town of Webster is hosting an event to celebrate the beginning of the summer months and warmer weather on Saturday. The 2025 Summer Celebration will take place from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Webster Recreation Center, located at 1350 Chiyoda Drive. Brighton to hold bike giveaway at Bike Rodeo The event is free and includes family activities, food trucks including Curbside Quesadilla, Macarollin', and Bruster's Real Ice Cream of Webster, and live music from the Zac Brown Tribute Band. The night will conclude with a fireworks show. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Axios
04-06-2025
- Health
- Axios
More people are listening to their peers instead of their doctors
More people across the globe are taking health decisions into their own hands, especially young adults, a new survey finds. Why it matters: Dwindling trust in legacy institutions in the wake of the pandemic could have health impacts for Hoosiers already dealing with disparities in our state's health care system. Driving the news: The communications firm Edelman surveyed more than 16,000 people across 16 countries in March. What they found: In the U.S., 61% of respondents believe business, government and non-governmental organizations hurt their ability to get quality care. By the numbers: Peer-driven health care decisions surged between 2024 and 2025 in all age groups, but young adults are shifting the fastest. 45% of those aged 18 to 34 said they've disregarded their health provider's guidance in favor of information from a friend or family member in the past year — a 13-point increase from the previous year. 38% of young adults said they've ignored their provider in favor of advice from social media, a 12-point increase from the year before. Yes, but: Nearly 60% of young adults say they've made at least one health decision they regret based on inaccurate or misleading information. What they're saying:"Younger adults have truly created their own health ecosystem with how they're looking for information, who they trust, what they're doing with health information," said Courtney Gray Haupt, global health co-chair and U.S. health chair at Edelman. Between the lines: With trust being the crux of changing behavior, there is concern that the problem may be even more significant among communities of color that carry generational mistrust of health care systems. Representation can also be a difference maker, with 66% of survey respondents saying to see someone as a legitimate health expert, that person needs to "understand what people like me need and want." Indiana Health Fair approaches One way Indiana health leaders try to help Hoosiers clear trust and cost barriers is through the annual Indiana Health Fair. It's staged by the Indiana Department of Health and held during Indiana Black Expo's Summer Celebration. The largest of its kind, the event offers more than $4,000 in free health screenings and services with a focus on boosting awareness and prevention of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, stroke, hypertension and cancer. Leaders want to provide a less intimidating environment in which to speak with health care professionals that reflect their community. State of play: Last year's event introduced a new mental health series to combat stigmas in the Black community. IBE president and CEO Alice Watson said the 2025 fair will see that effort continue and include a special art exhibit called "The Faces of Us." "That particular exhibit would actually be a photography exhibit showing just the faces of mental health. And you'd be surprised at those folks who have challenges with it," Watson said. "It's not just who you think it is." If you go: The 2025 Indiana Health Fair runs July 17-20 at the Indiana Convention Center.
Axios
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Axios
Indy readies for dual WNBA All-Star, Indiana Black Expo celebration
Regardless of the forecast, mid-July is poised to be the hottest stretch of summer in Indianapolis. Why it matters: Indiana Black Expo's Summer Celebration and WNBA All-Star 2025 sharing calendar and venue space means the city will need to accommodate two marquee events and countless community-focused initiatives all at once. What they're saying: Mel Raines, CEO of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, said the first call she made after being contacted by the league about All-Star hosting duties was IBE president and CEO Alice Watson. "We wanted to be sure that that was something that Alice and the organization thought would be complementary to what they were doing, and that we could sort of coexist in downtown together. And she quickly got back to me and said, 'I think this is a great opportunity and I think we could work together in a really cool way.' And so we've been off to the races since then," Raines said. "This is really the most exciting time not only for Indiana Black Expo or PS&E, but for the city of Indianapolis," Watson said. "None of us will be sleeping. We'll just keep going and going and going." Catch up quick: Summer Celebration starts July 11 with the Ecumenical Service at New Direction Church and ends July 20 with the IBE's Gospel Explosion at the Indiana Convention Center. All proceeds generated by the event support IBE's year-round initiatives related to education, business development, community learning, performing arts, college scholarships and more. WNBA All-Star tips off July 18, featuring the inaugural Fever Fest concert at White River State Park and culminating in the sold-out game the next day. A skills challenge and three-point shootout are among the on-court highlights, while off-court action includes the return of "Indy's Home Court," a downtown takeover of arts and culture events first seen during last year's NBA All-Star game. State of play: Four Indiana nonprofits have received $1 million in grants to create a lasting legacy around the All-Star event. Here's what they're working on. Fletcher Place Community Center: Enhancements to early learning facilities and community spaces. The Parks Alliance of Indianapolis: Renovation of the basketball court at Al E. Polin Park. Marion County Commission on Youth: Facility renovations and the launch of a student ambassador program for 25 female high school students. Marvella Foundation: Development of a "Championship Arena" at its Fair Oaks Farms campus in Newton County. Zoom in: Other community engagement plans include an effort to help women entrepreneurs obtain women-owned business enterprise certification and free Zumba sessions held across Indy in partnership with Centers of Wellness for Urban Women. Meanwhile, donors and volunteers are still needed for All-Star Cure on July 12-13. The event is a partnership between the host committee and the Susan G. Komen Tissue Bank that invites up to 500 women to donate healthy breast tissue in support of cancer research. What's next: More announcements, including celebrity guests to be added to Summer Celebration's guest list for the education conference on July 17, and the Style Zone July 18-20.
