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The latest foodservice management practices, food-safety news and more.

How Robert St. John turned Hattiesburg, Miss., into a dining destination

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 22, 2023

The veteran restaurateur has had a strong impact on the city and entire state through his restaurants, philanthropy, community outreach and more.

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New Jersey set to join states pushing for more humane animal farming

By Peter Romeo on Jun. 21, 2023

The state Senate approved a bill banning the use of gestation crates. The measure now moves to Gov. Phil Murphy, who is expected to sign it into law.

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New dining program to bring meat dry-aged on site and more to senior-living residents

By Benita Gingerella on Jun. 21, 2023

The updated program at Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community aims to provide flexible dining options inspired by the local food scene.

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Colorado schools can now use Medicaid data to identify students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals

By Benita Gingerella on Jun. 21, 2023

The state is one of the latest chosen by the U.S. Department of Agriculture to participate in the direct-certification program.

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Whole milk in schools gets support from senators

By Benita Gingerella on Jun. 20, 2023

Also in this week’s K-12 legislative update: Louisiana’s governor signs a reduced-price meals bill into law, and a new bill in New Jersey would phase in universal free meals over a period of five years.

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Legends Hospitality takes over operation of Central Park Boathouse in NYC

By Patricia Cobe on Jun. 20, 2023

The foodservice provider for Yankee Stadium is now running an all-day cafe and boat rentals, and will reopen the iconic full-service restaurant and catering venue in the fall.

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