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Johns Creek, Georgia to consider expanding food trucks
October 8, 2026
The Johns Creek City Council will consider a 12-month pilot program Monday that would allow independent food vendors, including food trucks, to operate at The…
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Las Cruces Public Schools unveils student food truck
October 7, 2026
Las Cruces Public Schools in New Mexico introduced a student-operated food truck. Known as The District Dish, high school junior Carlos Lonzano designed the…
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Q Pine BBQ Kitchen & Catering supports senior citizen volunteers
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media
When COVID-19 put Drew Scott on furlough from his job at Horseshoe Casino, he had to find a way to pay the bills. He began by grilling BBQ out of his smoker.
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Food truck park coming to Victoria, Texas
October 6, 2026
A food truck court is coming to Victoria, Texas. It aims to fill a gap in restaurants and food in the area, according to a report by Crossroads Today.
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Bloomin’ leadership lessons with Tim Gannon, co-founder of Outback Steakhouse
by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners
Outback Steakhouse co-Founder Tim Gannon shares how with only $37, a ripped-up $1 million check and two great partners, a legendary brand was built and the…
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FCES keynote: To go far, go together
Chicken Salad Chick’s story shows that scaling successfully isn’t necessarily about moving faster or constantly reinventing the brand. It’s about knowing what…
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Cousins Maine Lobster goes on New Mexico road trip
October 5, 2026
Cousins Maine Lobster, a seafood restaurant and food truck brand, is going on a food truck tour through New Mexico with its Dallas-based truck. The truck will…
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Food truck operators protest fees in Corvallis, Oregon
October 5, 2026
Corvallis, Oregon's food truck owners are protesting a fee that they claim could put them out of business. These transportation fees charge new and expanding…
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St. Johns County, Florida approves food trucks
October 2, 2026
St. Johns County commissioners unanimously approved an ordinance for food trucks. This vote was sparked by a controversy surrounding the food truck park The…
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Washington State Food Truck Finder enables fans to find food trucks
October 1, 2026
The Washington State Food Truck Association recently introduced the Washington State Food Truck Finder. With this platform, customers can track food trucks…
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Benton community supports food truck owner who lost truck in fire
September 30, 2026
Benton, Arkansas residents are helping out food truck owner Jesse Dorris whose food truck recently burned. He has been living in Benton for six months, making…
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Deez Donuts follows its dreams in Washington
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media
The humorously named Deez Donuts has its eyes set on growth without sacrificing its personality.
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Milwaukee cancels food truck curfew
September 29, 2026
The Milwaukee Common Council has voted to repeal a curfew that required food trucks to shut down at 10 p.m. in the Water Street and 11 p.m. across the city.
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Food truck operators protest proposed ordinance in Anne Arundel County, Maryland
September 28, 2026
Food truck operators are pushing back against a proposed bill they say would negatively impact business in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
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Restaurant employees see industry as long-term career path, study finds
September 25, 2026
New research from the National Restaurant Association finds that restaurant employees largely view the industry as a place to build long-term careers, develop…
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Brainerd, Minnesota expands food truck areas
September 25, 2026
The Brainerd City Council in Minnesota has approved additional spaces for food trucks in the community. The updated ordinance allows food trucks to operate out…
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Square integrates Apple Business to boost restaurant visibility on Apple Maps
September 24, 2026
Square has launched a new integration with Apple Business, allowing restaurant operators and other local businesses to manage their presence across Apple Maps…
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Princeton to host Trucktober Fest
September 24, 2026
The Trucktober Fest is returning to Princeton, Kentucky on Oct. 1 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at City County Park.
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Vitos Tacos talks handling Las Vegas heat, choosing the right events
by Bradley Cooper — Editor, Connect Media
For food truck owner Victor Gonzalez, operating food trucks is a very difficult, yet very rewarding business, especially when fans recognize the brand on the…
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Why Dillas Quesadillas simplified its menu to prepare for growth
Dillas Quesadillas is simplifying its menu to improve speed, accuracy and the customer experience as it prepares for future growth. In this episode of the…
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