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An all-day breakfast and lunch café is coming to 1660 S Mason Rd in Katy, Texas, where franchise partners Mario Harper and Ifeoma Harper have signed a lease for their first The Flying Biscuit Café.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
Gong cha has ranked No. 129 on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400, advancing five spots from its No. 134 position in 2025.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
CR Fitness Holdings today announced TRAINing Day, taking place Saturday, October 10th.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
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Kevin Behan
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
Batteries Plus is fully charged heading into the end of 2026.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
SpringGreen has earned Gold in The State’s Best awards, marking its fourth consecutive year of recognition.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
Cousins Maine Lobster is taking its Dallas food truck on a seven-day road trip through El Paso and New Mexico from October 5 through October 11.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
Domino's Pizza Inc. and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are joining forces to deliver fire safety messages to homes across the country.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
Building off its rapid nationwide expansion, Chicken Salad Chick is accelerating its growth throughout the Northeast.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
Denny’s and its franchise owners, restaurant teams, and Guests presented more than $1.24 million to Cookies for Kids’ Cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
Bubbakoo’s Burritos is bringing back a longtime fan favorite this October with the return of shredded chicken to menus nationwide.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
KYURAMEN has opened a multi-brand fast-casual destination at 40 Gold Street in Manhattan’s Financial District, bringing together the first Kyuramen Express, the debut of Bao Dumpling, and Aokō Matcha.
October 2nd, 2026 | TRENDING
Clementine’s Ice Cream is serving up its next phase of growth with the launch of its franchise opportunity.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
VIO Med Spa has ranked No. 373 on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400.
October 1st, 2026
RockSalt Pilates has named Stephanie Knepp its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Pure Barre is offering students a third space in the midst of busy schedules with its new Student Unlimited Membership.
October 1st, 2026
LINE-X is having one of its strongest development years.
October 1st, 2026
Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) announced today that Mary Barrineau and Pam Thompson, franchise owners of Spherion Charleston, have been named 2026 Franchisees of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA).
October 1st, 2026
Woofie’s latest franchise, Woofie’s of North Austin, will celebrate the launch of its premier mobile pet grooming, dog walking, and pet sitting services in the Austin and Cedar Park, Texas areas, at the Barktoberfest Festival on October 17th.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
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Kevin Behan
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
HTeaO is continuing its commitment to supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the return of its annual October Round-Up campaign benefiting the Ryan Palmer Foundation Breast Cancer Initiative.
October 1st, 2026
Moran Family of Brands has announced the winners of its 2026 Franchisee of the Year awards.
October 1st, 2026
Potbelly announced today the opening of a new location in Franconia, at The Festival at Manchester Lakes.
October 1st, 2026
SYNERGY® HomeCare has announced its newest location in the greater Bay Area, SYNERGY HomeCare in Pleasant Hill.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
HOTWORX® has launched its annual Workouts for Heroes campaign.
October 1st, 2026
Drama Kids Franchise Owner Bridget Bateman Supports Make-A-Wish Event Raising More Than $1.2 Million
Drama Kids franchise owner Bridget Bateman recently continued her four-year commitment to supporting Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida's annual Wishmakers Ball as a Platinum Sponsor.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Cousins Subs® is excited to announce the return of its semi-annual Round Up Campaign benefiting the Make It Better Foundation.
October 1st, 2026
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Ashley Gundlach
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Pancheros Mexican Grill is celebrating Davis Fresh-Mex as its 2026 Franchisee of the Year.
October 1st, 2026
Bubbakoo's Burritos is opening its newest location in Wilmington, Delaware, on Friday, Oct. 2.
October 1st, 2026
Something wicked has returned to Cold Stone Creamery®!
October 1st, 2026
Century 21 Real Estate LLC is fortifying its brand presence in the New York City metropolitan area.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
The Human Bean drive-thru is coming to town at 9681 W 191st St. beginning this Thursday, October 1st.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Papa John's International, Inc. will release its third quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
October 1st, 2026
BurgerFi is excited to announce the upcoming opening of its newest restaurant in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
SYNERGY® HomeCare has announced the opening of its first location in Idaho’s Treasure Valley, SYNERGY HomeCare in Boise.
September 30th, 2026
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Kendall Rawls
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
Atomic Wings continued its national expansion in the third quarter, opening eight new restaurants across five states.
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
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M. Scott Morris
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
British Swim School has officially opened a new location in Canyon County, its first location in the Boise area.
September 30th, 2026
The Human Bean is spotlighting its experience-first approach to drive-thru service as evolving consumer expectations reshape what guests want from quick-service brands.
September 30th, 2026
Proforma is proud to share that it was recently recognized as a 2026 Woman-Led Top Workplace.
September 30th, 2026
Hot Head Burritos has promoted longtime company leader Peter Wiley to corporate vice president, chief marketing and chief technology officer.
September 30th, 2026
Teriyaki Madness (TMAD) is bringing its craveable, made-to-order bowls stacked high with premium proteins to downtown Yonkers.
September 30th, 2026
CarePatrol is reporting record performance across its franchise system as growing demand for senior care services continues to create opportunities for local business owners nationwide.
September 30th, 2026
Fall flavors get an energizing twist starting today, as Savvy Sliders and 5-hour ENERGY® team up to introduce two limited-time-only creations.
September 30th, 2026
PVOLVE is continuing its growth with the opening of new studios in Granger, Indiana; Bel Air, Maryland; and San Francisco, California.
September 30th, 2026
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Kevin Behan
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
Beth and Phillip Dow have been named recipients of the 2026 Franchisee of the Year Award by the International Franchise Association (IFA).
September 30th, 2026
El Pollo Loco today announced its planned entry into New York.
September 29th, 2026
Batteries Plus is expanding its footprint in Central Florida with a four-store development deal in Lake County.
September 29th, 2026

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