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Quality early childhood education will be more accessible to families in major U.S. markets as Primrose Schools opens its first preschools in Chicago, New Jersey, Washington D.C., Philadelphia and Boston.

The Joint Corp., a leading franchisor of chiropractic clinics, announced today the awarding of the San Diego Region to Mr. Dennis Conklin for the development of 22 clinics in the area.

School of Rock will be announcing a three-day recording workshop in November at their music school locations nationwide. The workshop provides an interactive educational music experience with an emphasis on recording and vocals.

Delaware homeowners are invited to the Fall Suburban Home Show October 21 to October 23 at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center.

Cinnabon fans often request the recipe to bake a home version of the Cinnabon Classic Roll. For years Todd Wilbur has shared secret recipes in cookbooks and on talk shows. Now he has a show where he goes undercover to expose these secrets, and...

In what has become a neighborhood tradition, Applebee's will again thank our nation's veterans and troops by inviting them to their neighborhood Applebee's for a free signature entree on Veterans Day, Friday, Nov. 11, 2011.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that the introduction of its Hyatt Place(R) and Hyatt HouseTM brands in Asia with the signing of management agreements by Hyatt affiliates for two Hyatt Place hotels and one Hyatt House hotel in...

The Chipotle Cultivate Foundation, in cooperation with Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG), has produced a short film to help promote a fundraiser to be held this Halloween at all Chipotle restaurants to benefit the Foundation and Farm Aid.

The 2012 Business Excellence Awards announced its call for entries today, to honor the ″Best of the Best″ in results for small and medium sized businesses in 2011.

The 2012 Business Excellence Awards issued a call for entries today, seeking to honor the ″Best of the Best″ in results for small and medium sized businesses in 2011.

With an increasing number of individuals choosing to ride the wave of the economy's recovery through entrepreneurship, a ″New Normal″ has emerged.

As the holiday season approaches, consumers say they're not letting economic worries steal their holiday cheer, according to the Valpak Semi Annual Consumer Savings Report.

Johnny Rockets and GameRoom partner to unveil a new 20,000 square foot Johnny Rockets GameRoom at Sawgrass Mills tomorrow in Sunrise, Fla.

Continuing with its international growth strategy, Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced its further expansion in Latin America.

The residents of Sao Paulo, Brazil, were introduced to the bold Southwestern flavors of Chili's(R) Grill & Bar last month when the Dallas based brand opened its first restaurant in one of South America's fastest growing countries.

Last year, the Colorado Rockies experienced an abundance of snow, with several major ski areas reporting record breaking snowfalls.

Wyndham Hotel Group, LLC, the world's largest hotel company based on number of hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced its expansion in India with the signing of agreements to franchise three hotels under its...

Pizza Pizza is celebrating National Pizza Month this October to honour all things pie!

Papa Murphy's Franchise Sale Seminar. The company is looking to build many more locations in the San Francisco area and is looking for potential franchise owners.

DoubleTree by Hilton has officially announced the signing of a franchise license agreement with 120 South Los Angeles Street Hotel Operator LLC for a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in downtown Los Angeles.

Ruby Tuesday, Inc. (NYSE: RT) today reported financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended August 30, 2011.

The Utility Company (TUC), a leading provider of virtual IT service and support, today announced the appointment of James Channer to its leadership team as Vice President of Global Franchise Development.

Wine Spectator magazine has recognized Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar with 64 (one for every restaurant) of its coveted Awards of Excellence.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. (NASDAQ: RMCF) (the ″Company″), which franchises/operates gourmet chocolate and self-serve frozen yogurt stores and manufactures an extensive line of premium chocolates and other confectionery...

Demonstrating a team spirit among franchise owners that is dominant throughout Steamatic, Inc.'s franchise system, Steamatic Catastrophe Management (SCM) recently responded to calls for help from owners in New York, New Jersey, Virginia and...

Regis Corporation (NYSE:RGS), the global leader in the $160 billion hair care industry, today reported consolidated revenues decreased 1.7 percent in the first fiscal quarter of 2012 to $569 million, compared to $578 million a year ago. First...

According to an August 2011 report by the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for veterans who served in the military since September 11, 2001 is a whopping 12.4 percent, exceeding the already sobering national average of...

Jared Katzenbarger reached an agreement with Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. to open his first Dickey's franchise location in Elk Grove.

The lockout may have stalled the NBA season, but things are still heating up for Milwaukee Bucks forward Drew Gooden.

Firestorm Solutions COO Jim Satterfield has been selected to present Disaster Due DiligenceTM.

The Sheraton Parsippany Hotel today announced the launch of its $15 million refurbishment. On the heels of the Sheraton brand's recent $6 billion global revitalization, Sheraton Parsippany will embrace the brand

This year, China became the world's second largest economy, and is on track to match or surpass the United States for the number one spot sometime in the next decade.

Once a business generates leads, that business still needs to convert those leads into customers in order to make a profit.

ActionCOACH has announced its 2012 Americas Business Excellence Forum will be held at the Hilton Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee on January 13 and 14, 2012 and the featured speaker for this event will be renowned leadership speaker, Mark Sanborn.

Some things just go together during the holidays, like turkey and gravy, reindeer and elves, tinsel and trees ... and Egg Nog and Pumpkin Pie Shakes at Jack in the Box(R) restaurants!

With a host of appreciation events and promotions honoring 20 years of GreatCare(R) that covered 22 cities across the United States, Caring Senior Service(R) will be closing the city tour in San Antonio, TX at San Antonio's own premiere Witte Museum...

Just Between Friends, the official communications and membership management system for PTA as well as other parent centric groups introduces JBF Gifts as a benefit to their members.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit, the fastest growing barbecue restaurant in the country, will host its grand opening event in Conroe on October 13 at 1418 N. Loop 336 West.

Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) announced the company has signed a franchise license agreement for a hotel in Grants, NM; the third in the past month.

Play N Trade Franchise, Inc., a franchisor of retail video games stores throughout North America, is pleased to announce a new trade in program for Apple products that include iPhones, iPads and iPod Touches, in exchange for store credit or cash.

What makes a ghoulishly great Halloween get together? Fun costumes, friends and family, and fangtastically delicious Halloween treats from Krispy Kreme of course!

Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group, Inc. (NYSE: DTG) today announced that it has formally concluded its process to solicit definitive proposals regarding a potential business combination.

Fresh Coat Painters of Annapolis has opened to provide services for Annapolis, Arnold, Crownsville and other Maryland communities near the Chesapeake Bay.

As the leaves begin to fall, Haagen-Dazs Shops(R) is shaking things up by introducing two new shake collections, the caramel collection and the chocolate collection, to its menu throughout October.

FirstLight HomeCare welcomed more than 45 franchisees, employees and caregivers to its first annual national conference on Oct. 6 at Big Cedar Resort outside Branson, Mo.

For the eighth consecutive month, Maid Brigade Inc., the leading green cleaning service franchise, demonstrates positive sales growth.

Recognized as the second largest bakery cafe company worldwide, French based Groupe Le Duff has announced the creation of Le Duff America to manage its North American cafe brands, which includes la Madeleine Country French Cafe, Bruegger's Bagels,...

Anthony F. Newton, an experienced corporate transactional attorney with a background in private middle market energy related transactions, has moved as a partner to Haynes and Boone, LLP as part of an expansion of the firm's corporate and energy...

Eight Haynes and Boone, LLP partners have been designated Lawyers of the Year in their practice area by Best Lawyers in America 2012, a well respected publication in the legal profession.

Volvo Rents announces the acquisition of Equipment Rental Services, LLC, a single location construction equipment rental company based in Burgettstown, PA.

NiteLites of Jacksonville Outdoor Lights is proud to be a sponsor of the Florida Irrigation Society Northeastern Chapter's 3rd Annual Creekwars Fishing Tournament.

Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. continues expansion in Minnesota, opening its first location in Eden Prairie at 13250 Technology Drive.

Papa Bello Enterprises (Pink Sheets: PAPA) announced today that the company has acquired control of Limited Edition Ink (LEINK).

Newk's Express Cafe will introduce the Newks Q pizza Oct. 17.

Aaron's, Inc., a lease to own retailer specializing in the sales and lease ownership of residential furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances and accessories, announced today that The Council for Quality Growth honored R. Charles (Charlie)...

Small business owners say independence and potential for personal growth remain the top reasons to start a new company, even during the current economic downturn, according to a national survey released today by U.S. Lawns.

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Dickey's Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. opens its first location in Spring, building on the established presence of the Texas barbecue chain in its home state. The store makes its city wide debut at 7312 Louetta Road.

The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc., the premier fondue restaurant franchise, is taking fondue fans on a flavorful, patriotic road trip with a new Big Night Out America limited time feature four course menu that began rolling out system wide on Oct....

After an extensive nationwide search process, Labor Finders International, an industry leader in temporary staffing, announced today the selection of MindComet as their Interactive Agency of Record.

Relief continues to come from the IRS to those impacted by summer's natural disasters.

We'd like to announce a new Figaro's Pizza now open in John Day, Oregon. We have had a store in John Day for several years, however when Pete Teague's purchased the store, he decided to change locations to a different part of town.

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Johnny Rockets today unveiled a new restaurant design and custom menu options in Cincinnati's highly anticipated 18-acre development, The Banks.

This holiday season, Build A Bear Workshop(R) (NYSE: BBW) is inviting Guests to get their wish on.