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Planters nuts recalled after discovery of potentially fatal contamination
Inflation is falling but buying food can still be expensive. Grocery prices surged 21% in the last three years, surpassing the overall 18% pace of inflation during that same time period, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Minnesota-based Hormel Foods Sales LLC issued a recall for two Planters products produced at one of its facilities and distributed to five states in the southeast portion of the U.S. because they could cause fatal infections.
Hormel produced the contaminated Honey Roasted Peanuts and Deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts for Planters at one of its facilities before distributing them to Publix warehouses in Florida, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina as well as Dollar Tree warehouses in South Carolina and Georgia.
After producing and distributing the products in April, Hormel discovered the packaged contents could be contaminated with listeria monocytogenes.
The organism listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, elderly people and others who have weakened immune systems.
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Hormel recalled Planters Honey Roasted Peanuts distributed to Publix and Dollar Tree in the southeastern U.S. (FDA / Fox News)
Healthy individuals who consume the organism could suffer short-term symptoms like high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, according to the voluntarily issued recall.
Additionally, listeria infections can cause pregnant women to have miscarriages or stillbirths.
The product being recalled is limited to 4-ounce packages of Planters Honey Roasted Peanuts and 8.75-ounce cans of Planters Deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts.
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Hormel recalled Planters Deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts distributed to Publix and Dollar Tree in the southeastern U.S. (FDA / Fox News)
Cans of Deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts have a “Best if Used By Date” on the bottom as well as a UPC code on the side.
The UPC code for Honey Roasted Peanuts in question is 2900002097 with a best-by date of April 11, 2025. For deluxe Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts, the UPC code in question is 2900001621 and the best-by date is April 5, 2026.
Hormel said these are the only products in the recall.
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This view shows the U.S. Food and Drug Administration headquarters in White Oak, Maryland. (Stefani Reynolds / Bloomberg / File / Getty Images)
The company also said there have not been any reports of anyone getting sick from the recalled products and all retailers affected have been notified.
Anyone in possession of the affected products is urged not to consume the nuts but instead either discard them or return them to the store where they were purchased for a replacement or full refund.
“Our commitment to food safety remains our utmost priority,” Hormel said. “A full investigation is currently underway to determine the potential source of the contamination.”
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For questions or concerns about the recall, consumers can contact Hormel Foods customer relations at 800-523-4635.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The South Carolina Education Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at April 29, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from April 29 drawing
03-19-35-51-67, Powerball: 15, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL numbers from April 29 drawing
Midday: 7-8-4, FB: 0
Evening: 1-9-9, FB: 8
Check Pick 3 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL numbers from April 29 drawing
Midday: 8-1-3-6, FB: 0
Evening: 8-1-9-2, FB: 8
Check Pick 4 Plus FIREBALL payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash Pop numbers from April 29 drawing
Midday: 03
Evening: 11
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Palmetto Cash 5 numbers from April 29 drawing
22-28-32-38-39
Check Palmetto Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from April 29 drawing
07-52-56-67-69, Powerball: 03
Check Powerball Double Play payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
The South Carolina Education Lottery provides multiple ways to claim prizes, depending on the amount won:
For prizes up to $500, you can redeem your winnings directly at any authorized South Carolina Education Lottery retailer. Simply present your signed winning ticket at the retailer for an immediate payout.
Winnings $501 to $100,000, may be redeemed by mailing your signed winning ticket along with a completed claim form and a copy of a government-issued photo ID to the South Carolina Education Lottery Claims Center. For security, keep copies of your documents and use registered mail to ensure the safe arrival of your ticket.
SC Education Lottery
P.O. Box 11039
Columbia, SC 29211-1039
For large winnings above $100,000, claims must be made in person at the South Carolina Education Lottery Headquarters in Columbia. To claim, bring your signed winning ticket, a completed claim form, a government-issued photo ID, and your Social Security card for identity verification. Winners of large prizes may also set up an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for convenient direct deposit of winnings.
Columbia Claims Center
1303 Assembly Street
Columbia, SC 29201
Claim Deadline: All prizes must be claimed within 180 days of the draw date for draw games.
For more details and to access the claim form, visit the South Carolina Lottery claim page.
When are the South Carolina Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Pick 4: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Cash Pop: Daily at 12:59 p.m. (Midday) and 6:59 p.m. (Evening).
- Palmetto Cash 5: 6:59 p.m. ET daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Carolina editor. You can send feedback using this form.
Siegel’s Westyn Griffin discusses winning TSSAA bowling state title
Siegel senior bowler Westyn Griffin discusses capturing the TSSAA Division I state individual title on Jan. 21.
The Tennessee Sports Writers Association has released its 2026 All-State bowling teams.
Five boys and five girls were picked for each Division I and Division II. They included TSSAA individual state champions Westyn Griffin (Siegel, Division I boys), Isabella Warner (Independence, Division I girls), Kayden Curry (Harding Academy, Division II boys) and Jessica McClintock (Lipscomb Academy, Division II girls).
The TSWA All-State bowling teams include:
TSWA All-State bowling teams
Boys
Division I
Peyton Abel, Science Hill, Sr.
Will Determann, Mt. Juliet, So.
Westyn Griffin, Siegel, Sr.
Zachariah McLean, Siegel, Jr.
Kamden Morris, Hardin County, So.
Division II
John Campbell, Franklin Road Academy, Jr.
Kayden Curry, Harding Academy, Fr.
Jackson Roberts, St. Benedict, Sr.
Brady St. Gelais, St. Benedict, Sr.
Brody West, Friendship Christian, Jr.
Girls
Division I
Riley Akins, Creek Wood, Jr.
Salena Bhakta, Stewarts Creek, Fr.
Libby Bromley, Hardin County, So.
Isabella Warner, Independence, So.
Katelynn Woodard, Hardin County, Sr.
Division II
Julia Casama, St. Benedict, Jr.
Jessica McClintock, Lipscomb Academy, So.
Adrianna Sammons, St. Benedict, Sr.
Emmeline Smith, Pope John Paul II, Sr.
Brynley Usry, Donelson Christian, Sr.
Cecil Joyce covers high school sports and MTSU athletics for The Daily News Journal. Contact him at cjoyce@dnj.com and follow him on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, @Cecil_Joyce.
Two roe deer fawns (Capreolus capreolus) lying in grass of meadow. (Photo by: Arterra/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
AUSTIN, Texas – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is reminding residents that baby animals, while cute, are best left alone. In fact, state law prevents human meddling.
The reminder comes just ahead of fawning season — when baby deer start to appear across the Lone Star State.
Texas wildlife reminder
TPWD says they know it’s tempting to want to help baby animals that appear to need assistance. However, they’re reminding Texans, not only is it illegal to touch the animals, but they often don’t need the help.
What they’re saying:
“People want to help, but intervening is often the worst thing you can do,” said Richard Heilbrun, TPWD Division Deputy Director. “Most young animals are not abandoned, their parents are nearby and will return. The best thing you can do is give them space.”
It’s illegal to capture or keep wild animals under Texas law without the proper permits, and attempting to relocate them is also not allowed except under very specific regulations.
Texas animal sightings
White-tailed deer fawning season starts in early to mid-May, the department says, and mother deer — or does — will often leave their babies hidden for hours at a time before they return to feed them. Since fawns are well-camouflaged with their spotted coats in infancy, those “hiding places” are often in plain sight, where they blend into their surroundings. The department wants residents to know that those fawns aren’t abandoned; rather, their mothers are most often out finding food.
Baby birds are also often mistaken as abandoned and in need of rescue. Species like doves, blue jays and mockingbirds will spend a lot of time on the ground as babies while they learn to fly, and it’s common to think they need help getting back to safety. In actuality, the department says, their parents are still nearby keeping watch, and humans’ attempts to assist can be more of a hindrance.
(GERMANY OUT) young blackbirds in the bird’s nest (Photo by Hohlfeld/ullstein bild via Getty Images)
Turtles are often seen in Texas this time of year as well, particularly, the department notes, while trying to cross roadways. They provided information about helping the reptiles get out of the path of cars, which you can access here, but they’re also reminding residents that wild animals cannot be captured as pets.
Particularly in South Texas at this time of year, alligator sightings are also on the rise. The warmer months ahead of the summer are the reptiles’ mating period, and it becomes more common to see them crossing roads or sunning near public waterways. Alligators should be avoided, and pets and children should be kept nearby when in common sighting areas.
How to help wild animals
What you can do:
If you find an animal in the wild that truly seems to need immediate help, the first step should always be to contact the wildlife department.
Reach out to a TPWD wildlife rehabilitator if you find yourself in that position, and never start by trying to handle or relocate an animal on your own.
Learn more about what to do upon encountering orphaned or injured wildlife on the TPWD Wildlife Division website. Tips from biologists regarding fawns and baby birds are available on the TPWD YouTube channel.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
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