The 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay will highlight Wisconsin culture, featuring The Frybread Shack, an Ashland-based food truck. Selected from hundreds of applicants, this Indigenous family business will showcase its unique frybread creations, such as tacos, burgers, and sweet bites, at the event. Owner Ezra Leoso credits their special recipe, passed down through generations, for their selection. Beyond cheese and beer, the business represents Wisconsin's diverse cultural heritage. Leoso emphasizes that community support has been key to their success, starting as a pop-up before acquiring second-hand equipment. With excitement building, Leoso declares, "Ashland, Bad River, the Frybread Shack is now on the clock."

Miss Ann’s Kitchen has made its grand debut at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds in Little Rock, marking a historic moment as the first local business to lease space there outside of the State Fair. Patrons lined up to savor Miss Ann’s renowned homemade soul food, perfected over 40 years. The menu features eight meat options, various sides, and desserts. Fred Allen, an enthusiastic guest, praised the $12 special (one entrée, two sides) and emphasized supporting local entrepreneurship, particularly within African American communities. Live music by Mac Royals added flair to the opening. Miss Ann’s Kitchen serves lunch Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., bringing community and flavor together.

President Trump's new tariffs on global trade partners, including significant increases for countries like Cambodia, Vietnam, and China, have caused economic instability and concern among food businesses. Economists warn that these tariffs could harm U.S. consumers and companies, as costs may be passed on through higher prices. Entrepreneurs from import-reliant businesses, such as Burlap & Barrel and Natoora, express fears about their viability due to the steep tariffs on essential imports like spices and European produce. These businesses emphasize that many products, like cinnamon or specific olive oils, cannot be domestically sourced. Restaurant owners, like Sam Fore of Tuk Tuk Snack Shop, worry about maintaining authenticity while facing increased costs. The tariffs threaten innovation, long-term partnerships with international farmers, and ultimately, consumer choice. Despite claims that tariffs will boost domestic production, experts argue they may instead stifle growth and increase prices without fostering viable alternatives.