A nearly century-old Chicago candy maker, Primrose Candy, just filed for bankruptcy—putting the future of their iconic sweets and 90 local jobs on the line. Rising costs and old debts have hit the company hard, even as they churn out favorites like fruit starlights and saltwater taffy. It’s wild to think a business that survived the Great Depression is now struggling to keep the lights on. What does this say about the challenges facing family-run businesses today? Anyone else have memories tied to Primrose treats? Let’s talk about what this means for our community and the local economy. #Business #Market #Chicago