While fast-food chains always had a handful of seasonal items, it wasn't a major trend. Burger King and Wendy's would add fish sandwiches for Lent season, and the Shamrock Shake was a McDonald's annual seasonal offering that came out around Patrick's Day,

Manufacturer FreshRealm issued a voluntary recall of some ready-to-eat chicken fettuccine Alfredo meals sold nationwide that are linked to a listeria outbreak.

Walmart will be open on the Fourth of July, with most stores operating on their regular business hours. Store hours may vary by location.