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H&R Block warns procrastinators that rushing through tax preparation can cause slip-ups that hamper the tax return filing process, cause overpayments to the IRS or delay refunds.
Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (NASDAQ: DAVE) today announced the opening of its newest award-winning Bar-B-Que restaurant in Gilbert, Arizona, at the SanTan Village Shopping Center (2206 East Williams Field Road, Suite 101, Gilbert, Arizona 85296).
Pizza Fusion, a pioneer in the natural and organic restaurant movement, today launched an online video contest through the month of April, searching for the country's most creative and earth-friendly pizza recipe.
Just because breakfast is the most important meal of the day, doesn't mean it has to be the most expensive part of your trip. With that in mind, Four Points by Sheraton is launching an eye-opening "Breakfast for a Buck" package today, which gets you...
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG) today announced that it has granted fifteen new franchises in the past two quarters and has signed contracts for an additional thirteen franchises which are expected to be granted in the next 90 days.
Taxpayers unable to pay their tax bills in this turbulent economy should file returns or extensions by April 15 to avoid costly penalties and interest, H&R Block advises.
Villa Enterprises Management, one of the nation's fastest growing multi-concept restaurant franchisors, today announced the opening of its first Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen store at Newark Liberty International Airport's Terminal A. This new store is...

Jamba Juice (Nasdaq: JMBA) announced today that in celebration of its 20th anniversary it will bring fans across the country an extra dose of feel good with the launch of two special promotions and a tasty new smoothie. Starting today, Jamba Juice...

Smoothie King, the 1973 originator of the nutritional fruit smoothie, has reached an agreement with BW Ventures, LTD, to develop multiple stores in the Cayman Islands within the next few years.
Stephen P. Joyce, President and Chief Executive Officer of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has been named National Chairman of the U.S. Travel Association, the 1,500-member national organization representing every segment of the...
Play N Trade Franchise, Inc, the fastest growing video game franchise worldwide, is excited to host an international Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 tournament at participating Play N Trade Stores offering over $1700 in prizes.
California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (Nasdaq:CPKI) announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized management to consider a wide range of financial and strategic alternatives to enhance shareholder value. The Company has engaged Moelis...

Continuing to expand through a combination of new center development and conversions of existing independent sign shops, FASTSIGNS® recently signed its first conversion deal of 2010, a commitment for three new centers in Central Pennsylvania.
Love is in the air, as leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection announces the launch of a new Wedding and Anniversary range. The luxury greeting cards are now being distributed to more than 15,000 retail outlets through Card...
California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (Nasdaq: CPKI) announced today that revenues decreased 2.7% to $156.7 million for the first quarter ended April 4, 2010 versus $161.1 million in the first quarter of 2009. Comparable full service restaurant sales...
Wendy's(R) is looking for the next class of remarkable students who excel in academics, athletics and community involvement. Celebrating its 17th year, the 2010 Wendy's High School Heisman(TM) award application process is underway.
T.G.I. Friday's, a global restaurant company, today introduced its newest retail product for entertaining: flavored cheddar cheese dips. Available in the self-serve deli area of supermarkets and grocery stores nationwide, the new refrigerated dips...
Blockbuster Inc. (NYSE: BBI, BBI.B) today released a statement following Gregory Meyer's announcement of his self-nomination to the company's Board of Directors.
Following the recent addition of three luxury hotels in the key markets of Shanghai, Changsha and Hangzhou, Wyndham Hotel Group, part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced its continued expansion in China with agreement
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC today announced the addition of Real Estate III, a Charlottesville-based real estate firm founded in 1972. Real Estate III, a leader in the Central Virginia market, will now operate as Better Homes and Gardens...
Community Options was formed by a proactive group of Central Coast residents who cared about the well being of the community. Funded by ADHC for Home Modifications and Community Options, further expansion of projects included Respite, and Community...
Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG) today announced that its Rental Car Finance Corp. subsidiary completed a $200 million issuance of Rental Car Asset Backed Variable Funding Notes, Series 2010-1, due September 2012, with scheduled...
The Gymboree Corporation (Nasdaq: GYMB) announced that Blair Lambert, COO, and Jeffrey Harris, CFO, will present at the Telsey Advisory Group's 2nd Annual Consumer Conference, which will be held at the Westin New York at Times Square in New York on...
Handyman Matters of Wichita was recently awarded multiple awards at the national franchise convention held in Jacksonville, Florida. The awards include President's Award of Excellence and Market Penetration Award. The President's Award was given to six...
Burger King Corp. (NYSE:BKC) announced the company has received Profiles in Diversity Journal's 2010 Diversity Leader Award, which recognizes companies for their commitment to diversity and inclusion communication practices.
In a significant vote of confidence for India's burgeoning travel market, Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) – which already boasts the largest upper-upscale and luxury Indian footprint of any U.S.-based hotel company – is
Molly Maid, the leading residential cleaning service franchise with thousands of signature navy and pink cars on the road, announced it has signed six new franchise agreements in the First Quarter of 2010.
Wingstop, the chicken wing chain that has sold over 1.9 billion wings, has opened its 50th location in the Houston-area. The restaurant, located at 401 This Way Street in Lake Jackson, Texas, opened its doors in March.
In March 2010, Andrew Hult, a local CPA who runs a successful accounting practice out of his Hempstead office, faced a living nightmare. One of the worst storms in years caused a power outage and threatened to shutdown operations during the busy tax...
Great American Cookies(R) announced today that the company has launched the 2010 Great American Grad Contest. The contest, which runs through May 2, was developed as a way to honor and reward graduates from across the country.
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