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Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG), known for its leading education benefits, announced that it is expanding its Debt-Free degree program to include Paul Quinn College.

Fans of Dickey’s Barbecue Pit can now have restaurant-quality, premium cuts of meat shipped straight to their doorstep each month with the introduction of Dickey’s At Home meal subscription boxes.

I Heart Mac & Cheese has selected Greau Creative as its Agency of Record to handle all national creative design, production, PR and media buying.

Yogurtland, the nation’s leading frozen yogurt brand, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its brand with the launch of new fast casual concept, Holsom by Yogurtland.

Hard Rock Hotels® has been honored by leading data and analytics company J.D. Power as one of the top-performing hotel brands in the firm's 2020 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study.

Huddle House, the nation’s iconic neighborhood restaurant and gathering place, is officially opening for business in McMinnville.

Back in 2016, Jason Wong was facing a decision…. a crossroads in his business. As a collision repair facility owner, he knew he had gone as far as he could on his own.

The founder and CEO of Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services has posted a video expressing gratitude and offering franchise opportunities to former employees of the airline industry.

City Wide Facility Solutions announced its fourth New Jersey location with the opening of a new office serving Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Atlantic, Salem, Cumberland and Cape May counties.

Farmer Boys is celebrating its 100th restaurant opening on Friday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 24 at 23190 Cajalco Expwy in Perris.

Slater’s 50/50 will continue expanding its Southern California footprint with an upcoming opening in Riverside, Calif.

Daphne’s has introduced two limited-time bowls that cater to vegan and protein-focused diets.

Junk King, the nation’s top-rated junk removal and hauling company, announced today it has further developed its corporate team with the addition of Anthony De Angelis as the Director of IT.

Access Garage Doors is excited to announce its newest franchise locations in Cleveland, Ohio and Tallahassee, Florida.

Network In Action (NIA) announced it has launched a new networking group with Tampa Bay resident, Tony Montanez.

Handyman Connection, a home repair company with over 25 years of experience, announced today it was recognized as a Franchise Times Top 200+ franchise.

Slim Chickens announced that it has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement in Baldwin County, with the first restaurant slated to open in late 2021 in Foley.

Duck Donuts, known for serving Warm, Delicious and Made-to Order!® donuts, will lift spirits this October with a dozen hauntingly good Halloween-themed donuts.

Neighborly® today announced the acquisition of ShelfGenie, a custom glide-out shelving solutions franchise headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

Patel has added Take 5 Oil Change® to his portfolio of brands.

Corvus Janitorial Systems ("Corvus"), a national franchisor of office and commercial cleaning businesses, is pleased to announce the launch of its 18th territorial Master Franchise, Corvus of Nashville, LLC.

Riko’s Pizza announces the October 5 Grand Opening of their first franchise restaurant, located in Long Island’s Levittown, New York.

BrightStar Care announced that its Greensboro office is now operating under new ownership.

RAVE Restaurant Group, Inc., the parent company of Pizza Inn and Pie Five Pizza, announced today the hiring of two new leaders.

Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching (ILEC) is launching a new franchise with Ronny E. Shumaker.

Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza – a rapidly growing fast-casual wood-fired pizza concept -- is opening its newest location in Cedar Falls.

Office Evolution is continuing its Michigan expansion by awarding the brand’s first Detroit area development deal.

Batteries Plus announced that it has been ranked No. 131 on Franchise Times’ Top 200+ List, the most comprehensive ranking of the 500 largest franchise systems in the United States.

Gyro Shack’s devoted fans will soon have a new reason to celebrate the Mediterranean concept with the recent announcement of its mobile app, offering customers a best-in-class ordering and digital experience.

Scooter’s Coffee, LLC is continuing its effort to grow its presence throughout the United States by bringing its world-class drive-thru coffee locations to Fort Collins, Colorado.

Samantha Rincione has been recognized by Franchise Dictionary magazine as one of the 50 "Women of Wonder" for 2020.

FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. announces the opening of a co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express in Lake Balboa, CA.

Crunch Fitness was named one of the top-ranking growth franchises by Entrepreneur magazine.

Grumpy’s Restaurant, voted Jacksonville’s “Best Overall Restaurant,” has just opened its second location in Middleburg.

Dickey’s Owner Operator and Army Veteran Wendy Williams is bringing more authentic, Texas-style Dickey’s barbecue to her Gulf Breeze, FL.

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services has been named to Franchise Business Review’s inaugural “Culture100” list, which recognizes 100 brands with the best franchise cultures.

Starting today, Yogurtland introduces the new Cold Brew Coffee Light Ice Cream** available for a limited time only. 

Wingstop Inc. announced its intention to refinance its existing securitized financing facility with a new securitized financing facility.

Over 50 years ago, America's best burger was born in Santa Barbara, California, and now the award-winning, delicious taste of The Habit Burger Grill is coming to Wilmington, Massachusetts!

TeamLogic IT just opened offices in Northern Virginia focused on the Reston and Tysons Corner markets. The business is owned by Craig Green.

Developed by L+R Hotels, IHG® Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of its newest UK hotel, managed by Atlas Hotels - Holiday Inn Express® Bicester, in Oxfordshire.

MRI Network released a Special Data Report tracking job placements across major industries from March to August on Friday, as reported by the company's 325 offices nationwide.

IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, today announces the opening of Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre, the first under the brand in Johor and the third in Malaysia.

College sports have returned, and Tijuana Flats is joining the ride.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, the leading international auto accessory and window tinting franchise, has been named to the Franchise Times Top 200+ list for 2020.

In an effort to boost healthcare workers’ physical and cognitive health during COVID-19, Main Squeeze Juice Company has delivered 10,000 wellness shots, smoothies and juices to those on the frontlines.

Scooter’s Coffee, LLC is continuing its effort to grow its presence throughout the United States by bringing its world-class drive-thru coffee locations to Palatka, Florida.

Woofie’s® Co-Founders and Co-Owners, Amy Reed and Leslie Barron, have been designated two of the top 50 “Women of Wonder” (WOW) in 2020 by Franchise Dictionary Magazine.

Jabz has announced its partnership with Bright Pink, a nonprofit dedicated to the prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer in young women.

Woof Gang Bakery will celebrate the grand opening of the company’s third Las Vegas area franchise this month.

As the saying goes, sharing is caring, and now fans of MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes can share a delicious meal with a friend during the better burger brand’s BOGO Burger Week.

Celebrity's Soul Food® has the solution with a new type of restaurant concept that they are introducing as quality casual.

HomeSmart International closes out the third quarter with explosive growth across the United States.

Blink Fitness today celebrates the launch of a new virtual training program through a platform powered by FlexIt technology.

Valvoline Inc. (NYSE: VVV) announced that it plans to acquire 33 quick-lube service centers in Idaho, Missouri and Kansas in two separate acquisitions.

Senior Care Authority, a national leader in eldercare consulting and senior placement has launched a dynamic new website.

Clean Juice®, the first and most prolific USDA-certified organic juice bar franchise in the U.S., unveiled today its "Beet Cancer Combo."

The Nation’s Favourite Coffee Shop*, Costa Coffee, welcomes back its much loved ‘Returning Favourites’ range, featuring a few new additions to surprise and delight this Autumn.

MOD Super Fast Pizza Holdings, LLC (“MOD Pizza”, “MOD” or the “Company”) announced new, limited time menu offerings for the upcoming fall season.

WaBa Grill, one of the nation’s leading healthy rice bowl chains, is proud to announce it is the very first brand to partner with The Whizz App.

With a focus on providing enhanced products and services to his affiliated agents and their clients, Harold Maniram announced today that Future Homes Realty has chosen to affiliate with Century 21 Real Estate LLC.

Dream Vacations announced that its 2020 National Conference will now be held virtually from November 9 - 12; it was originally scheduled to take place aboard Celebrity Apex during the same week.

Juice It Up! is celebrating the return of autumn with a delicious and better-for-you alternative to many of the seasonal sweets now available.

FirstLight® Home Care was recently named to Franchise Business Review’s first annual “Culture100” list. The list recognizes the top 100 franchise brands in a 2020 report on the Best Franchise Cultures.

Fazoli’s - the renowned, Lexington-based brand known for serving up premium Italian dishes at a great value - is giving guests the ultimate in comfort food this fall with craveable new baked dishes!