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Promoting independence, longevity and quality of life for America's rapidly growing senior population is an honorable mission – not to mention a business opportunity with enormous potential for growth in one of the country's fastest...
Most of the 119 million taxpayers who received a full economic stimulus payment in 2008 may not be eligible for the new Recovery Rebate Credit (RRC), reminds Liberty Tax Service. However, some taxpayers who didn't receive an economic stimulus payment...
With more than 8.5 billion brown bag lunches being packed by Americans in 2008, and 93 percent of them packed for financial reasons1, Qdoba Mexican Grill(R) announced today that it will offer guests an affordable, fresh, hot alternative to the brown...
Master Licensees Bill McLaughlin and Ann Hofferberth have named Dave Verbeten as an ActionCOACH in Illinois.
McDonald's Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 7.1% in January. Systemwide sales for McDonald's worldwide restaurants were up 2.6% for the month, or 9.1% in constant currencies.
After a nationwide recipe search to determine the ultimate dessert recipe, cupcakes inspired by Lisa Roman, a 34-year-old artist and Army wife from Roswell, Georgia will be featured at over 600 U.S. T.G.I. Friday's(R) restaurants beginning...
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Choice Hotels International, Inc., (NYSE: CHH) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.185 per share of common stock. The dividend is payable on April 17, 2009 to shareholders of record on...
Burger King Holdings Inc. (NYSE:BKC) will hold its 2009 Analyst and Investor Day on Thursday, February 26, 2009. The event will begin at 10:00 a.m. EST and conclude at approximately 4:00 p.m. EST at its world headquarters, located in Miami, Fla.
Worldwide Express announced today that Tom Madine has been promoted from VP Franchise Operations to COO as part of a corporate restructuring.
WSI, the number 1 Internet services business, according to industry leading Entrepreneur Magazine, announced today the opening of a Master Franchise office in the Baltics. Online Marketing OU of Tallinn has shown outstanding success as a single unit...
CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:CEC) today announced that it will host a conference call with investors on Thursday, February 19, 2009 to discuss financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 28, 2008. The conference call will begin at...

PuroClean, the nation's fastest growing property damage restoration franchise, recently received the 2008 Magellan Award from the League of American Communications Professionals for the company's marketing and communications campaign.
Kahala Corp, parent company of Cold Stone Creamery, and Tim Hortons Inc., today announced an agreement to test co-branding of Cold Stone Creamery and Tim Hortons in up to 50 stores in each chain in the United States by spring 2009.
Internationally recognized frozen yogurt pioneer Yogen Früz, is now conquering the internet through social media networking keeping their fans updated on the latest news. Yogen Früz is excited to announce that it has surpassed 200,000 fans on th
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW), an interactive, entertainment-based retailer of customized stuffed animals, will report results for its fiscal 2008 fourth quarter ended Jan. 3, 2009, on Feb. 19, 2009 prior to the opening of trading on the New...
Burger King Corp. (NYSE:BKC) sets off its fourth annual BK® 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament, BK B-BALL BATTLESM, in New Orleans on Feb. 7, 2009, and will travel to 13 U.S. cities throughout the tour.
Wild Birds Unlimited, the original and largest franchise system of backyard bird feeding and nature specialty stores, recently restructured its Purchasing Department to improve work flow and capitalize on the strength of staff members.

Fitness Together Franchise Corporation has launched a national brand marketing campaign, giving the franchise network a new image and bold tools to communicate with high-end consumers who want to meet and exceed their fitness goals and live a healthier...
An emerging national franchise is allowing corporate America to trade their unsatisfying day jobs for a workweek of playing Guitar Hero, Halo 3 or laser tag, while entertaining children across the country – and it's taking off at rocket speed.
While many businesses and consumers across the country are scaling back, many are finding that Choice Hotels provides more value than ever, with great savings and amenities, allowing travelers to spend more time enjoying their trips with the money they...
Toys"R"Us, Inc. and the Toys"R"Us Children's Fund today announced they have increased their support of Autism Speaks, an organization dedicated to funding global biomedical research for autism and raising public awareness about the disorder and its...
DineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN), franchisor and operator of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar and IHOP Restaurants, today announced the appointment of Mr. Howard M. Berk to the Company's Board of Directors, effective today.
UFood Restaurant Group, Inc. (OTCBB: UFFC), an operator of "better-for-you" fast-casual restaurants, today announced the opening of its first Rocky Mountain location in Draper, UT with franchise developer Greg Felder. Mr. Felder has signed on to open...
Dunn Bros Coffee is bringing a new flavor to the coffee scene near the Xcel Center as it opens its doors on Thursday, February 12 at 6:00 a.m. Located at 242 West 7th Street, St. Paul, MN, just blocks from the Xcel Center, the new coffee shop will host...
Burger King Holdings, Inc. delivered its 20th consecutive quarter of worldwide positive comparable sales in the second quarter of its 2009 fiscal year, achieving its best positive comparable sales trend in three decades.
Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity, today announced earnings for its first quarter ended December 27, 2008.
Perkins & Marie Callender's Inc. (PMCI), the preeminent family restaurant company in the United States with over 600 locations, is pleased to announce the promotion of Pete Pascuzzi, to Executive Vice President, Operations and President, Perkins...
The blanket of winter white that's covering parts of the country may make for picture perfect landscapes. But there's nothing pretty about the frigid cold and it could be deadly for seniors in ways many families don't even know about.
It started back in 1956 and was originally called Mike's Subs. Mike opened the small shop in the sea-side town of Point Pleasant, New Jersey. You have to remember that in 1956, there were very few franchise restaurants or hamburger chains.
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