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Moving The Chicken Base…
It’s true, KFC is pulling its corporate headquarters out of Kentucky after nearly a century tied to the state.
Yum! Brands, the parent company, announced on February 18, 2025, that they’re shifting KFC’s U.S. base from Louisville to Plano, Texas, where it’ll bunk with Pizza Hut’s global HQ.
About 100 Louisville based employees will relocate over the next six months, and another 90 remote workers have 18 months to make the move.
The company’s calling it a “strategic decision” to boost collaboration across its brands, and some speculate Texas’s business friendly perks (like no corporate or personal income tax) might be a draw, though Yum! didn’t confirm that.
Emergency Contact Information!
Kylie Kelce, wife of former Philadelphia Eagles star Jason Kelce, recently shared on her “Not Gonna Lie” podcast that she’s chosen her mom, Lisa McDevitt, as her emergency contact instead of her husband.
With three daughters and a fourth on the way, Kylie needs someone she can count on to pick up the phone, no questions asked.
Jason, it turns out, gets bombarded with so many random calls that he’s trained himself to ignore anything from an unknown number. “He gets so many random people calling him. It’s insane how many people call him from random phone numbers,” she explained.
She’s not shading Jason’s reliability, however, as Kylie made it clear she trusts him to “handle shit” and be there when it counts. But practically speaking, her mom’s the safer bet for a quick response.
A Historic Move!?
The New York Yankees, long known for their strict grooming policy, have finally loosened the reins.
As of February 2025, players, coaches, and uniformed personnel are allowed to sport “well-groomed beards,” marking the end of a decades old rule that banned facial hair below the upper lip (except for mustaches.)
The change, confirmed by team owner Hal Steinbrenner in a statement to the YES Network, scraps a policy instituted in 1973 by George Steinbrenner, who famously demanded clean shaven faces to maintain a professional image.
That rule led to iconic moments, like Don Mattingly’s 1991 benching for refusing to trim his mullet and mustache, and players shaving at their lockers to comply.
Now, beards are fair game as long as they’re neat (no wild, unkempt looks allowed.)
Hair length rules have also eased, though it still can’t extend below the jersey collar.
RIP Voletta Wallace!
Voletta Wallace, the mother of the legendary rapper The Notorious B.I.G., passed away at the age of 78 on February 21, 2025.
She died of natural causes at her home in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, where she had been under hospice care, as confirmed by Monroe County Coroner Thomas Yanac.
A Jamaican immigrant and former preschool teacher, Wallace raised her only child, Christopher Wallace (better known as Biggie Smalls) in Brooklyn, New York, as a single mother after his father left when he was two.
Following Biggie’s tragic death in a still unsolved drive by shooting in Los Angeles in 1997 at age 24, Voletta became the steadfast guardian of his legacy.
Goodbye To Hooters?
Hooters of America, the iconic casual dining chain known for its wings and scantily clad waitresses, is reportedly on the brink of bankruptcy after accumulating a hefty $300 million debt.
As of late February 2025, the company is working with law firm Ropes & Gray and turnaround advisors from Accordion Partners to prepare for a potential Chapter 11 filing, expected within the next couple of months if plans proceed.
This follows a tough period marked by declining foot traffic, rising costs for food and rent, and the closure of around 40 underperforming locations in 2024 across states like Florida, Kentucky, and Texas.
Cocaine Filled Bananas?
In a recent operation at the Port of Manzanillo in Montecristi province, Dominican Republic, authorities confiscated a shipment of 303 ceramic bananas filled with cocaine.
The National Drug Control Agency, working alongside the Public Ministry, discovered the drugs during a routine inspection prompted by intelligence reports.
The ceramic bananas, designed to mimic real fruit with green coloring and a glossy finish, were packed in 16 boxes within a container destined for the Netherlands.
Forensic analysis confirmed the cocaine weighed 32.64 kilograms.
This seizure highlights the creative tactics drug traffickers employ and the ongoing efforts by Dominican authorities to combat such smuggling attempts.
An investigation is underway to uncover the network behind this operation.
Michael Jordan Is Still Winning!
NBA legend Michael Jordan has recently expanded his efforts to improve healthcare access by opening his fourth clinic in North Carolina.
On February 19, 2025, the latest Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinic welcomed patients in Wilmington, his hometown. This 7,300 square foot facility, featuring 12 patient rooms, operates weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., focusing on providing primary care to uninsured and underinsured individuals.
Partnering with Novant Health, Jordan has now established four clinics across the state (two in Charlotte and two in Wilmington) following a $10 million donation that fueled the expansion.
His initiative, which began in 2019, continues to address healthcare gaps, offering not just medical services but also community support, with the Wilmington clinics alone making a significant impact in less than a year.
Jordan’s commitment reflects a personal connection to North Carolina, where he grew up and built his legacy, both on and off the basketball court.
Kindness Wins Again!
In Mesa, Arizona, a 96 year old man named Bill Tallyn has been bringing joy to his neighborhood pets for over two decades.
Every morning, rain or shine, Bill hops on his bicycle and rides through the community, delivering treats to dozens of dogs and cats. This heartwarming routine began 23 years ago, and he hasn’t missed a single day since.
A veteran with a passion for spreading kindness, Bill has become a beloved figure in his neighborhood, where pets eagerly await his visits and neighbors admire his dedication.
His simple act of generosity has fostered a sense of togetherness, making the area feel truly like home for both its human and furry residents.
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