• The lakes of the Berkshires are being plagued by zebra mussels, a species that endangers both the water supply and other wildlife. [Globe]
• The deep discounts chain restaurants have been offering to attract cash-strapped consumers are negatively affecting their bottom lines. [WSJ]
• Steakhouse-quality beef is increasingly available at supermarkets. [WSJ]
• Las Vegas restaurants are not doing so hot in the recession. [NYT]
• 7-Eleven is planning a huge expansion and will open more than 200 stores this year alone. [NYT]
