Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Utah and West Virginia are the first of at least 18 states to enact the SNAP waivers.

Candy canes are a holiday staple with roots dating back to the 1600s. The story suggests that in 1670, a choirmaster in Cologne, Germany, gave children these sugary sticks shaped like a shepherd’s staff for the long nativity church service.

Paw Patrol, Mickey Mouse, Stitch, SpongeBob, and Toy Story-branded gummy candies have been recalled in four states

After 7 years of sweets, smiles, and inclusion, Sweet Zola’s Candy Shop in West Boise has closed — but its impact on the community will last far longer than any candy on the shelf. 🍬❤️

The shop was known for employing adults with developmental disabilities and providing a platform for local artists.

“Old candy canes mysteriously evaporated in the wrapper,” the caption says. “Mom found these old candy canes in her garage. All but one have dissolved, but it’s starting to go. They all have a small hole in the same spot.”

This time, the classic formula is turned completely inside out. The new Chews feature a sweet, chewy outer shell with a burst of sour filling inside. It flips the entire tagline: No more "first they’re sour, then they’re sweet." Now the sweetness hits first, then the sour sneaks up on you in that mischievous Sour Patch way.

In 1866, Literature began mentioning the candy cane, and it was first known in connection with Christmas in 1874.