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Valpak(R), one of North America's leading direct marketing organizations, announces Rand Gottlieb has acquired Valpak of Minneapolis/St. Paul.
We at Blendz of Downtown San Jose feel that healthy eating is one of the keys to success. Blendz, with our healthy quick-service food, is working at supporting San Jose State University in their effort to make the City of San Jose and SJSU a model for...
Arby's(R) Restaurants Introduce "The Official Sandwich of Summer" The BBQ Bacon Cheddar Roastburger™
The mere thought of summer conjures up a colorful pallet of images – the smoky aromas and tastes of barbecue, the last bell of the school year, and tall, cold glasses of iced tea. As things heat up this July, Arby's is introducing its new BBQ Bacon.
The results are in and the readers of Popular Mechanics magazine have named Craftsman as their favorite hand tool brand as part of the magazine's 2009 Reader's Choice Awards.
Nancy and Brett DeWitt opened the door to their new Blenz Coffee shop in Penticton today with a Grand Opening Celebration, and invited the entire community to the party. "Nancy and I are pleased to have our Blenz Coffee business located in Penticton.

Jamba, Inc. (Nasdaq: JMBA) announced today the sale of nine restaurants as part of its ongoing strategic refranchising program that was announced May 28, 2009. The overall refranchising initiative is expected to involve about 150 Company-owned...
UNO(R) is gearing up for Independence Day by offering a free individual deep dish or flatbread pizza with the purchase of an entree of equal or greater value to all guests who dine at UNO on July 4th. The free pizza offer allows guests to j
Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc. today proudly celebrates the grand opening of another store under the Little Caesars Veterans Program, as former U.S. Marine Corps Platoon Sergeant Billy Tucker opens his Little Caesars Pizza restaurant at...
Pizza Patron, the premier Latin pizza brand, today announced the grand opening of its second Quick Service Pizza (QSP) outlet in San Antonio, Texas. The restaurant is located at 827 S. Zarzamora St. in a densely populated residential community, just...
Looking for a way to sweeten the deal this summer? Edible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh-fruit displays, is showing consumers its appreciation with the company's first-ever, nationwide gourmet chocolate-dipped fruit giveaway.
McDonald's 2009 365Black Awards continues to recognize prominent African Americans in a year when the concept of change has gained significant attention. Each 2009 recipient of the McDonald's 365Black Awards is inspiring and stimulating change that...
Recently signing a ten-restaurant franchising agreement for Mexico City, and a twelve-unit deal for eastern Mexico, Johnny Rockets has now focused efforts to move the brand south, to Central and South America.
Edible Arrangements, the pioneer and leader in hand-sculpted, fresh fruit arrangements, is rapidly expanding its national footprint with today's announcement that the company has experienced double-digit growth since January 2009, including the...
Toys "R" Us, Inc. announced today the pricing of $950 million aggregate principal amount of senior unsecured notes due 2017 to be issued by TRU 2005 RE Holding Co. I, LLC, which will be renamed Toys "R" Us Property Company I, LLC (the "Issuer"), one of...
For those who have given so generously to their country by serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, 7-Eleven, Inc. wants to make it a little easier to reach the American dream of owning one's own business.
Cyprus, the Mediterranean's third largest island, and one of its most popular tourist destinations, is the newest Home of the Original Hamburger, Johnny Rockets. The first Johnny Rockets restaurant will open in the Famagusta District, a celebrated...
ColorTyme and RimTyme rent to own companies offer franchise business opportunities with a franchise financing guarantee. If an approved franchisee does not receive financing, ColorTyme will refund the franchise fee.
Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) today announced that it has officially been added to the U.S. small-cap Russell 2000(R) Index after the Russell Investment Group reconstituted its comprehensive family of global indexes on June 26, 2009.
Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc. (NYSE: WEN), the parent company of Wendy's International, Inc. ("Wendy's") and Arby's Restaurant Group, Inc. ("Arby's"), announced today that Stephen Hare, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will present at...
According to the US Census, an estimated 10.4 million people were self-employed in the United States during 2008. This accounts for 6.7 percent of the U.S. work force*. Could it be you, too?
Motel 6's "DVD" ad received the grand prize at the recent 2009 Radio Mercury Awards in New York. The winning ad, developed by The Richards Group, is entitled "DVD," and features long-time Motel 6 spokesperson, Tom Bodett, and is the latest in a line...
Hotel Indigo today announced the opening of Hotel Indigo St. Louis Central West End following a $10 million renovation by Roberts Hotels Group of the historic Bel Air West Motel, which first opened in 1958 as the city's first motel.
According to a recent poll by ABC News and the Washington Post, 60 percent of Americans are under economic stress and many have been forced to make the tough choice to cut back on discretionary spending. As more consumers are adapting to the...
As part of its commitment to give back to the local community, Firespring, a marketing firm that specializes in affordable marketing and website solutions for small businesses and nonprofits, once again sponsors the weekly Jazz In June concert series.

As millions of Americans hit the road this Fourth of July weekend, KFC is offering travelers (and their wallets) a break. To kick off the launch of the new KFC $5 Fill-Up Boxes, Kentucky Fried Chicken has opened their very own "filling" station along...
Kumon, the world's largest after-school education company, promotes Hideki Kusuzawa to president of Kumon North America. Mr. Kusuzawa is responsible for overseeing operations of 1,600 franchises in the United States, Canada and Mexico and more than...
After more than nine months of planning and preparation, Johnny Rockets Group, Inc. today introduced the first of what they believe will be many custom-built mobile restaurant units. The inaugural edition, with a 22-foot kitchen and 14-foot trailer...
Submarina(R) California Subs, the "Best Subs Under the Sun(R)", today announced a significant investment in the company by Kerensa Investment Fund 1, LLC. The new alliance enables the 32-year old sub chain to pursue a larger market share...
Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE) today announced that it recently completed the early retirement of approximately $4.2 million of long-term debt at interest rates ranging from 8.83 percent to 10.53 percent, originally due...
Ever wonder what type of restaurant a physician would choose to own? Something healthy, of course! FROOTS, a rapidly growing quick service food and smoothies franchise, announces the opening of its newest restaurant in Cedar Park, Texas.
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