J&B European Distribution Inc. Issues Allergy Alert For Undeclared Milk In Kupiec Rice Cakes With Dark Chocolate

J&B EUROPEAN DISTRIBUTION INC. of BROOKLYN, NY is recalling 40 cases of KUPIEC brand RICE CAKES WITH DARK CHOCOLATE, NET WT. 3.1 OZ. (90g), UPC # 5 906747 171742, because they may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

KUPIEC brand RICE CAKES WITH DARK CHOCOLATE, NET WT. 3.1 oz. (90g) were distributed to retail outlets throughout NY, NJ, and PA, and to one retail location in North Carolina. The product was shipped between 6/24/2014 and 7/23/2014.

KUPIEC brand RICE CAKES WITH DARK CHOCOLATE, NET WT. 3.1 oz., UPC # 5 906747 171742, are packed in a white oval plastic package picturing a stack of the rice cakes topped with chocolate. There are 6 rice cakes per package. The product was imported from Poland.

J&B EUROPEAN DISTRIBUTION is not aware of any confirmed illnesses to date in its distribution area; however the FDA has confirmed one such case in the Chicago, IL area.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that product containing milk was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of milk. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by an inadvertent omission on the label by the producer during the revision of the packaging process.

Consumers who have purchased KUPIEC brand RICE CAKES WITH DARK CHOCOLATE, NET WT. 3.1 oz., UPC # 5 906747 171742, are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact J&B EUROPEAN DISTRIBUTION at 1-718-782-3712, Monday – Friday, 8am – 4pm, ET.

Minnesota Firm Recalls Meat and Poultry Products for Possible Listeria Contamination

Buddy's Kitchen photo.

Buddy’s Kitchen photo.

WASHINGTON – There is a Class I recall for certain Buddy’s Kitchen food items. With a Class I, there, “[I]s a health hazard situation where there is a reasonable probability that the use of the product will cause serious, adverse health consequences or death.”

Buddy’s Kitchen, a Burnsville, Minn. establishment, is recalling approximately 62,488 pounds of meat and poultry products due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Consumption of food contaminated with L. monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, a serious infection that primarily affects older adults, persons with weakened immune systems, and pregnant women and their newborns. Less commonly, persons outside these risk groups are affected.

Listeriosis can cause fever, muscle aches, headache, stiff neck, confusion, loss of balance and convulsions sometimes preceded by diarrhea or other gastrointestinal symptoms. An invasive infection spreads beyond the gastrointestinal tract.

In pregnant women, the infection can cause miscarriages, stillbirths, premature delivery or life-threatening infection of the newborn.

In addition, serious and sometimes fatal infections in older adults and persons with weakened immune systems.

Listeriosis is treated with antibiotics. Persons in the higher-risk categories who experience flu-like symptoms within two months after eating contaminated food should seek medical care and tell the health care provider about eating the contaminated food.

The meat and poultry breakfast products were produced on various dates from July 16, 2014 through Sept. 25, 2014, and then shipped to distributors, retail locations, and airlines nationwide. The following products are subject to recall:

  1. “Swiss Cheese and Mushroom Omelet with Seasonal Tid-Bit Potatoes & Turkey Buffet Sausage Link” trays with the production codes “07/16/14 9”, “08/08/14 9” and “08/27/14 9”.
  2. “Savory Scrambled Eggs with Seasoned Red Skin Potatoes and Turkey Buffet Links” with the production codes “09/19/14 9” and “09/22/14 9”.
  3. “Garden Omelet w/ Parslied Potatoes & Chicken Sausage Links” with the production codes “07/16/14 9”, “07/17/14 9”, “07/18/14 9”, “07/22/14 9”, “07/25/14 9”, “08/22/14 9”, “08/25/14 9”, “09/02/14 9”, “09/09/14 9” and “09/16/14 9”.
  4. “Fiesta Scramble Bowl with Sausage Links” with the production code “10I14 9”.
  5. “Breakfast Skillet Burrito with eggs, sausage and cheese” with the production codes “18G14 2”, “06I14 4”, “16G14 4”, “17G14 2”, “07H14 4”, “20H14 2”, “21H14 4”, “22H14 4” and “25H14 4”.

Case labels or packaging may bear the establishment number “EST. 4226” or “P-4226” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

FSIS recommends the following safety guidelines:

  1. Wash hands with warm, soapy water before and after handling raw meat and poultry for at least 20 seconds.
  2. Wash cutting boards, dishes and utensils with hot, soapy water. Immediately clean spills.
  3. Do not eat hot dogs, luncheon meats, bologna or other deli meats unless reheated until steaming hot.
  4. Do not eat refrigerated pate, meat spreads from a meat counter or smoked seafood found in the refrigerated section of the store. Foods that do not need refrigeration, like canned tuna and canned salmon, are safe to eat. Refrigerate after opening.
  5. Do not drink raw (unpasteurized) milk and do not eat foods that have unpasteurized milk in them.
  6. Do not eat salads made in the store, such as ham salad, chicken salad, egg salad, tuna salad or seafood salad.
  7. Do not eat soft cheeses, such as Feta, queso blanco, queso fresco, Brie, Camembert cheeses, blue-veined cheeses and Panela, unless it is labeled as made with pasteurized milk.
  8. Use precooked or ready-to-eat food as soon as you can. L. monocytogenes can grow in the refrigerator. The refrigerator should be 40º F or cooler and the freezer 0º F or colder Use an appliance thermometer to check the temperature of your refrigerator.

Lane restrictions on SR 260 for drainage repair

Motorists traveling on State Route 260, approximately 18 miles east of Camp Verde need to be aware that maintenance crews are repairing shoulders due to recent rain events between mileposts 238 and 251.

Drivers can expect alternating lane restrictions on the two-lane roadway between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, through Oct. 23. Delays of up to 15 minutes are expected.
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The speed limit through the work zones will be reduced to 45 mph during work hours.

The work zone will be clearly marked by temporary barricades and signage. ADOT advises drivers to allow additional time to reach their destinations and to proceed through the work zone with caution, comply with the reduced speed limit, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.

Construction of retaining wall on US 60 in Wickenburg begins mid-October

PRESCOTT – The Arizona Department of Transportation will begin a slope stabilization project with the construction of a new retaining wall on the north side of US 60 from Lazy Fox Drive to Falcon Road in Wickenburg.

The work will begin on Wednesday, Oct. 15 and will require a 24-hour single-lane restriction westbound and the closure of the multi-use path through the work zone (approximately 500 feet) for the next three months.

Work hours will be Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. with an anticipated completion date by the end of February 2015.

adot-logo3Motorists should expect minimal delays throughout the project. The $247,000 project includes the construction of a new retaining wall and reconstruction of the multi-use path along the north side of the roadway plus handrail.

ADOT advises drivers to proceed through the work zone with caution, slow down, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.

Lane restrictions on Interstate 17 this week

adot-logo-03aThe Arizona Department of Transportation has scheduled guardrail repair this week on Interstate 17 in both directions between Sunset Point and New River. Work will occur until 7 p.m. today and continue through Thursday, Oct. 9. Work hours are 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.

The work between mileposts 234 and 253 will require alternating lane restrictions in both directions and intermittent shoulder closures during work hours to provide a safe work zone for maintenance crews. No delays are expected.

The speed limit through the work zones will be reduced to 45 mph during work hours.

ADOT works to inform the public about planned highway restrictions, but there is a possibility that unscheduled closures or restrictions may occur. Weather can also affect a project schedule.

Bad news for lunar eclipse observers

tsra60Another thunderstorm has moved into northern Arizona which may interfere with the viewing of the lunar eclipse in the early morning hours of Wednesday.

From Flagstaff through Williams to Prescott there is a prediction of thunderstorms from 40% to 70% over the viewing area. Even if the rain is light, the clouds will certain pose a threat to the viewing of the celestial event.

The clouds were heavy during the September “Supermoon,” but the moon did peek out making for good photographs. That may be the case for the upcoming lunar eclipse.

Three fundraising events this weekend

WILLIAMS – This weekend a fashion show will be held at the Sultana Theater beginning at 6pm on Saturday. Habitat for Humanity and KZBX radio will be holding fundraisers.

On Friday October 10, Amanda’s Beauty Box and 66 Boutique will host a Runway Fashion Show at the Sultana Theater on Route 66. The show starts at 6pm and the cost is $10. The show includes appetizers and champagne and fun things to try. There will be a raffle for prizes. A DJ will provide music after the show. The proceeds benefit Williams Meant to Rescue. You may obtain tickets by contacting Amanda 635-3092, Jill 480-241-6958, or Robynn 635-4726.

From 6:30 to 9 p.m., Williams Habitat for Humanity will hold its annual Fall Opry Night Friday night. Music will be provided by the Williams Opry Band at the rodeo barn located across from the hardware store at the corner of Rodeo and Airport roads. The cost for the event is $6 for adults and $3 for seniors and children. The event includes a cake walk, door prizes, raffles, and valuable auction items.

On Saturday October 11, KZBX 92.1 will be holding a yard sale to help finance the operation of the not-for-profit station. The sale will be held at the First Baptist Church parking lot at 629 W. Grant Avenue across the street from the Safeway parking lot. The event will run from 8am to 3pm. Donations for the event may be dropped off on Friday October 10 from noon to 5pm.

Roundabout work on US 93 at Wickenburg Ranch scheduled for next three months

adot-logo3PRESCOTT – For the next three months crews will be constructing a new roundabout on US 93 at milepost 194 near Wickenburg (approximately three-quarters of a mile southeast of the SR 89/US 93 junction) as part of the Wickenburg Ranch development.

Work is scheduled to begin this week with placement of temporary construction signage and concrete barrier installation that will require a shoulder closure through the work zone. Crews will be working seven days a week during the day between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. with some intermittent night work possible Sunday to Thursday nights between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m.

Initially, drivers will not be affected with work scheduled behind the concrete barrier however drivers could be limited to one lane through the work zone with minimal delays within the next two weeks. A 12-foot width restriction and a shoulder closure will be in effect as soon as concrete barrier is installed.

Flaggers will direct traffic in alternating directions using the single lane that is open. The speed limit will be reduced to 45 mph.

The work zone will be clearly marked by temporary barricades and signage. ADOT advises drivers to allow additional time to reach their destinations and to proceed through the work zone with caution, comply with the reduced speed limit, and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.

This project is under permit with the Arizona Department of Transportation and is scheduled to be complete by the middle of January 2015.

Two big events on Wednesday

supermoonWILLIAMS – This Wednesday, October 8 two events happen in Williams.

Sky and Telescope reports:

We’re approaching the second of four total lunar eclipses that come at half-year intervals in 2014 and 2015: a lunar-eclipse tetrad. All four can be seen from at least parts of North America.

You can wake up at about 1:15 a.m. to witness the total lunar eclipse. The penumbral eclipse begins about 1:17. During this phase, you will dark shadow move across the moon. The total eclipse, in which the moon changes color, begins about 2:18 with the maximum eclipse occurring at 3:55.
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At 7 p.m. the Community United Methodist Church on Sherman Avenue and Second Street in Williams will sponsor an inspirational concert by The Steel Magnolias of San Marcos, Texas.

Downtown street repairs not the only improvements

cataract-creekWILLIAMS – You may have heard the saying that when the media reports something, you should look at what they are not reporting. That recently happened in Williams.

While you may have been watching the repairs occurring downtown to Second and Third Streets, you might have missed that crews of the City of Williams also placed a new stretch of sidewalk around Cataract Creek on Fifth and Hancock.