August 2007 General Announcements News

Servicemaster Redeems All 7.875% Notes Due In 2009
ServiceMaster announced today that it has redeemed all of its outstanding $179 million 7.875% Notes due August 15, 2009 (CUSIP 81760NAC3).
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Navis Pack & Ship Franchise Operators Are Experts In Packaging And Shipping Famous Art
Packaging and Shipping Original Art is an Art Form in itself .Navis Pack & Ship Franchise Organizations are Trained Experts to Ensure High Value Art Arrives Safe and Sound.
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Back By Popular Demand: The Italian Meats Trio Specialty Pizza From Papa John's
With the return of football this month, Papa John's is pleased to announce the return of another fan favorite - the Italian Meats Trio specialty pizza!
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CKE Restaurants, Inc. To Present At The Roth Capital Partners New York Conference
CKE Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: CKR) will be participating in the Roth Capital Partners 2007 New York Conference on Sept. 6, 2007.
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"Partner" On-Call Network Announces Its First Texas Franchisee: Art Travis
A Business Buyer Protection Report is free at PartnerOnCall.com/ArtTravis. Serving clients and communicating with leaders in the business buy/sell industry, Art Travis aims for done deals as a "Business Buyer Advocate".
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Culver's® Gives Back To Local Communities During 16-State "Day Of Giving" Fund-Raiser For The American Red Cross®
In conjunction with National Preparedness Month, Culver's® restaurants in 16 states are donating 10 percent of sales on Wednesday, Sept. 12 to participating American Red Cross® chapters during a system-wide 'Day of Giving' fund-raising event.
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Brooke Capital Corporation To List On American Stock Exchange
Brooke Capital Corporation, formerly First American Capital Corporation, announced today that it has received approval for listing of its common stock on the American Stock Exchange under the symbol "BCP".
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Global Hyatt Corporation Expands Shareholder Base
Tom Pritzker, Chairman of Global Hyatt Corporation, announced today that Madrone Capital Partners, a private investment firm affiliated with Rob Walton and his family, and entities affiliated with Goldman Sachs Capital Partners have agreed to invest a...
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California Pizza Kitchen To Open Restaurant In New Location At Westfield Old Orchard
California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (CPK) (NASDAQ:CPKI), home of the Original BBQ Chicken Pizza and other innovative hearth-baked pizzas, made-to-order pastas, creative salads, appetizers, soups, sandwiches and desserts opened its newest location at...
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SeaMaster Cruises Partners With National Kidney Foundation
Alaska may be best known for its breathtaking glaciers, majestic Mt. McKinley and the spectacular opportunities to see whales, moose and polar bears, but this September, America's Last Frontier will also become the host to America's first-ever Kidney...
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Wendy's Sells 25 Million Baconator Hamburgers
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Rita's Water Ice Raises $530,000 For Pediatric Cancer Research During July 2007
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Pet Butler Launches Its Second Annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Photo Contest
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Lasertech Open Days Aimed At Those Looking At Buying A UK Franchise
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FETCH! Pet Care(TM) Expands Into California's Conejo Valley
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Franchise Payments Network Partners With Choice Hotels International
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Burger King Holdings Declares Quarterly Dividend
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Wendy's High School Heisman Award Open To All Deserving Seniors
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Lenny's Sub Shop Adds More Restaurants In San Antonio
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Wingstop Opens New Antioch Location
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Pizza Fusion Co-Founders Lobbying For Environmental Action
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New '10 Til 2' Offers Alternative Work Solutions To West Valley-Phoenix Professional Parents
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The Accelerator By Money Mailer: Case Study
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Hardee's(R) Sells 34 Restaurants In North Carolina As Part Of Ongoing Strategic Refranchising
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The Entrepreneur's Source Coach, Cedric Ferrell, Honored As Business Person Of The Year In California Chamber
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Kiddie Academy® Is Coming Soon!
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CKE Restaurants, Inc. Announces $100 Million Increase In Its Term Loan And Provides Stock Repurchase Plan Update
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Cartridge World Estimates Its U.S. Customers Help Reduce Carbon Emissions By 1 Million Pounds In 2007
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Dunkin' Donuts Announces Zero Grams Trans Fat Menu To Be Availible Nationwide By October 15
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Chuck E. Cheese's Celebrates 30 Years Of Success
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Cartridge World Partners To Increase Enviromental Education
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Build-A-Bear Workshop Bear Hugs Foundation Awards Grants To Pawsome Pet Programs Across The United States
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Roni Deutch Tax Center® Expands Franchise Opportunity To Include Area Development
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Hardee's® Voted Best Fast Food Restaurant; Thickburgers(TM) Voted Best Burger In Annual Citysearch Poll
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Medicap Pharmacy Store Owners Recognized
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Krispy Kreme To Realign Its Franchise And Company Stores Operations
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Liberty Tax Offers A Winning Franchise Opportunity And Employment For Hispanics
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Visit To KFC Turns Into Milestone Day For Lucky Snacker Customer
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St. Jude, Chili's Offer Guests A Chance To Get Creative For A Good Cause
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Delivering The Goods Former FedEx Driver Becomes Star Franchisee Of Pak Mail Canada
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Once The Gavel Falls, Shipper Goes To Work Packing Pieces Of History
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Construction Sites As Advertising Space
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New Motel 6 Podcast Discusses What You Don't Need
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CKE Restaurants, Inc. Reports Positive Period Seven And Second Quarter Blended Same-Store Sales
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Thrifty Car Rental Awards 'Triple Miles' With 8 Airline Frequent Flyer Programs And Hotel Partner
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Primrose Schools Offers Tips On Making 'Back To School' As Easy As 1-2-3
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Wyndham Worldwide Announces $200 Million Share Repurchase Program
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CiCi's Upgrades Virtual Community Tool For Franchise Owners
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Camille's Sidewalk Cafe Releases Cd With Grady Nichols
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EntryPoint Of South Atlanta Aims To Beautify A-Town
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Veteran Pet Butler Franchisee Niki Tudge Nominated For Franchise Association Honor
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Pacific Auction Exchange (PAX) Blazes The Trail As Realtors, Buyers, Sellers Rapidly Embrace Home Auctions
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Dollar Offers 'Triple Miles' With Six Airline Frequent Flyer Programs And Hotel Partner
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Right At Home Announces New Franchisee Training Class Graduation: National In-Home Care Service Celebrates Their Expansion With Huge Franchisee Gradua
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Young And Smart: Today's Entrepreneurs Are Likely To Be Under 30 And Environmentally Aware, And Cartridge Depot Franchise Is Ready For Them
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Rockland/Walpole, Massachusetts Entrepreneurs Provide Aging Population With Service 'Right' In Their Home: Right At Home Offers Affordable Senior Care
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HomeTask Cares For Family In Need
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DIGIKIDS® Child ID Safety Services Franchisees Recognized For Outstanding Performance At Annual Conference
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Charleston Outdoor Lighting Expert, NiteLites, Provides Lighting Advice In Popular Charleston Home And Design Magazine
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NiteLites Outdoor Lighting Of Jacksonville, The Landscape Lighting Professionals, Is Pleased To Announce Their Participation In The Xscapes Bi-Annual
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The Athlete's Foot Announces Pro Athlete Appearances For "In My Shoes" Back-to-School Campaign
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Dollar(R) Delivers Quadruple Points To Dollar Dividends Members
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Pizza Lovers Will Sing Praises For New Pizzeria's ''we Bake Or You Bake'' Premise, Owner Believes.
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Eco-Friendly Refrigerant Ready To Replace Freon
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Hyatt Resorts Web-Based 'Ultimate Adventure Challenge' Kicks Off With Online Viewing And Voting
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Culver's® And Local American Red Cross Chapters Announce Community Culver's Cares™ Partnership
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Handyman Matters Franchisees Give Back To Seniors
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Franchising Concepts Acquires Rising Roll Gourmet
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Jo To Go Coffee Launches 'On The Go Foods'
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Kiddie Academy® Is Coming Soon!
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Bally Total Fitness Announces Noteholder Support For Proposed Amendments To Plan Of Reorganization Sponsored By Harbinger Capital Partners Funds
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Specializing In Custom Packing And Shipping Of Big, Small, Delicate, Old, New, Or Fragile Goods For Business And Consumers
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Mason Onofrio Public Relations Named Agency Of Record For Blue Moon Mexican Café
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Thrifty Car Rental Offers Triple 'Look To Book(R)' Points
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Party Maker Announces Record Franchise And Internet Sales Growth In 2007
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California Pizza Kitchen Expands Into Mexico
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KFC's Softball 'Team For A Year' Can Earn Uniforms, Gear, Meals And More In 'Memorable Team Dinner' Essay Contest
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Pizza Fusion Partners With CB Richard Ellis For National Franchise Expansion
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Bear Stearns Introduces Best Markets™, A New Platform For U.S. Private Placements
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Auntie Anne's®, Inc. Selects Expesite For National Projects
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Not Your Usual Song & Dance: Papa John's Predicts Kids - Not Adults - Will Make Friday A Record Sales Day With Premiere Of Musical Sequel
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Huddle House's "Chance To Win 100k" Sparks Local Restaurant Rush
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Money Mailer Celebrates New Corporate Headquarters In Garden Grove
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Dollar And Thrifty Expand Pass24(R) Prepaid Toll System To Denver
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Walnut Street Capital Acquires Saxbys Coffee
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'Business Gets Better When People Get Better.'
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Comfort And Convenience At The Touch Of A Button. EntryPoint Doorglass Franchise Introduces Raise And Lower Motorized Doorglass Blinds
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Zoup! Forges Its Own Category In The Quick-Casual Marketplace
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Start College With The Right Move: Get Organized For A Successful School Year
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Calling All Kids With Culinary Ambitions: Red Robin Challenges Youth To Create America's Next Gourmet Burger
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New FASTSIGNS Sign And Graphics Center In Santa Fe Now Open
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CENTURY 21 Watson Realty Ltd Now Under New Ownership
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KFC Commissions Tasty Martial Arts-Inspired Mural To Launch All New Teriyaki Boneless Wings
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Simplify Your Life
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HomeTask Handyman Service Introduces Handywoman
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Brooke Franchise Corporation Announces Market Conduct Exam Report Findings
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Royal Design Advice For The Average Connecticut Home
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Blockbuster Inc. Acquires Movielink, LLC
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Rapid Fitness, Inc. Announces It Has Signed The Purchase Agreement With Caribbean Fitness, Inc., America's Paradise Gym, A United States Virgin Islan
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Port City Java Announces Corporate Sales Increase/New Unit
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