Fast-Food Education Win: A Wendy’s worker, Thalles De Souza, is heading to Yale after managers helped fund his schooling. Chicken Tender Wars: A new taste test ranks fast food chicken tenders, with Wingstop and KFC landing near the bottom and other chains fighting for top spots. Burger King Upgrade Push: Burger King says Whoppers are getting a taller glazed bun and a creamier mayo, and fans are noticing—“coming back” chatter is rising. Food Safety Alert: The CDC and FDA report a multistate Salmonella outbreak tied to Mexican jalapeños, with 345 illnesses across 27 states and restaurant exposure driving most cases; Chipotle and QDOBA have pulled jalapeños. Seasonal Menu Buzz: Krispy Kreme rolls out a fall Autumn Seasonal Collection with pumpkin spice and new doughnuts plus seasonal lattes. Local Openings: Bobby’s Bagel Cafe begins a soft opening in Sterling, while Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen is set to open a new location in West Virginia. Dairy Industry Update: Saputo announces election results for its directors at its annual meeting. Public Health Watch: England’s obesity rates have doubled since 1993, with new analysis pointing to policy gaps and rising rates among young adults.