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Edition #20 · Thursday, June 4, 2026

Whole Foods rumors, a $14M expansion, and Festival aftermath

We separate the Whole Foods rumor from fact, a manufacturer commits to a $14M expansion, and Festival's economic numbers land.

Business

Local manufacturer commits to a $14M plant expansion and 60 jobs.

Community

Festival International draws record crowds — early economic impact tops $30M.

Development

What's actually going in the old mall site (it's not Whole Foods).

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