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McDonald's® restaurants in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura counties debuted today two new McChicken® sandwiches that feature a rush of spicy and bold flavors with new toppings. The Jalapeno Cheddar McChicken®...

After being ranked 4th by the Franchise Times list of "the Fast 55" as one of the fastest growing young franchise concepts, Roni Deutch Tax Center has also been recognized for its social media presence on Facebook.

Express Employment Professionals, one of the nation's largest private staffing companies, named Mike and Kelly Heffner, owners of the Greenwood, Ind. Express office, as the 2011 Express Franchisee of the Year.

Flip Flop Shops hangs ten – actually 30-plus – in Canada with a major expansion deal.

More than 75 new construction Microtel Inns & Suites® hotels are expected to open in Canada over the next 25 years as part of a master development agreement announced today by Wyndham Hotel Group (NYSE: WYN) and MasterBUILT Hotels Ltd.

Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced the signing of an exclusive master franchise agreement with Alejandro Perazzo Inmobiliaria to develop the Sotheby's International Realty® brand throughout Uruguay under the name...

Patrick Conlin, Blimpie Area Developer for Long Island, NY, announced two more Blimpie® franchised restaurants scheduled to open in the next 60 days.

Bringing a new dog into the family is an exciting time for the human "pack" members, but can create stress for the non-human pack—whether dog (both new dog and resident dog), cat, bird, or other small pet. Understanding how to manage pet...

As the booming fast-casual Asian dining segment continues to sweep the nation, Mama Fu's Asian House has further positioned itself as an industry leader with the launch of its new prototype.

The economy is bouncing back, and Americans are ready to invest in their homes. According to a recent report from Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies, remodeling expenditures are expected to increase at a rate of 3.5 percent annually between...

Comfort Keepers®, an international provider of in-home care to seniors and other adults, announced today that it achieved a rank of #44 in the 2011 AllBusiness AllStar Franchise Ranking. For the third consecutive year, Comfort Keepers has been...

The fast-paced, national growth of the fast-casual Asian dining segment continues to sizzle as Mama Fu's Asian House, an Austin-based restaurant specializing in freshly prepared Asian cuisine, announces the signing of an area development agreement...

School of Rock, the national leader in music education, received an additional $3.5 million investment from its financial sponsor and majority shareholder, Sterling Partners. The Company will use the funds to accelerate its North American expansion....

Every day, headlines tell the story of what is going on with nutrition and with dining on the go, across the country. People want healthy options, but finding ones that are convenient and affordable can be a challenge – that is, until Fresh...

Starting April 18, Pizza Patrón, the nation's number one Latin pizza brand, will bring one of Pepsi's most popular and nostalgic Latin American promotions to the U.S. for the first time ever. Celebrating its aniversario de plata (silver...

RadioShack® (NYSE: RSH) continues to extend its mobility strategy with the arrival of an expanded line-up of tablet computers arriving in stores beginning April 19. With the addition of three more tablet devices, The Shack offers customers a...

Don't be startled this month if you look down at your pizza tray and have something smiling back at you. Pizza Pizza is tapping into its inner child with the addition of a smile-shaped pizza slice to its fundraising efforts in support of Slices for...

Saladworks, the nation's first and largest fresh-tossed salad franchise concept, announces an agreement to further develop the Southern New Jersey market by opening a location in Washington Township, NJ. Founded in Southern New Jersey, Saladworks is...

As Earth Day nears, we are reminded of the importance of finding sustainable and environmentally friendly energy solutions for ourselves and future generations. One simple step you can make toward a more "green" home is with your air conditioning...

The 2011 Business Excellence Awards announced entries are now open for the "Best Overall Company" category for this year's event, which will take place at the conclusion of the 2011 Business Excellence Forum, hosted at Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami...

California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (CPK) (NASDAQ: CPKI), home of the Original BBQ Chicken Pizza and other innovative hearth-baked pizzas, made-to-order pastas, creative salads, appetizers, soups, sandwiches and desserts, launched today their fourth...

Newk's Express Cafe has started 2011 with a bang, awarding 24 new franchise locations in the first quarter. Four separate groups have committed to opening restaurants in Jacksonville and St. Augustine, Fla., Baton Rouge and Lafayette, La., Michigan,...

Charley's Grilled Subs, the world's fastest-growing Philly Steak Sandwich chain, is continuing its global expansion with the opening of its first Brazil location. The new restaurant will offer diners the chance to experience the world's tastiest...

Sir Grout, an award-winning expert in tile and grout care and restoration, is now aiming its lance at another enemy "dingy looking hardwood floors. This month, the company is rolling out "Wood Armor," a unique and cost effective wood floor renewal...

Mountain Mudd® Espresso drive-thru specialty coffee, a brand of CHS, is expanding into the state of Connecticut through a long-term contract with PJP Coffee Enterprises, Inc. "I'm thrilled to represent the Mountain Mudd brand and bring...

As the Official Hotel and Resort Partner of the PGA TOUR, Champions Tour and Nationwide Tour, IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)], the world's largest hotel group by number of rooms, announced today that its Crowne Plaza...

In less than five years, Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning® has become one of the nation's fastest-growing carpet cleaning franchises. Nationally and internationally, scientists and chemists are working with companies to find ways to make their products...

Pretzelmaker announced today that the company has introduced a HOT new dog as part of their national New Dog, New Kick celebration. The Jalapeno Pretzel Dog features a plump, 100% Angus beef hot dog wrapped in Pretzelmaker's signature soft pretzel...

This spring, guilty pleasures have finally met their match. Red Mango, the fastest-growing retailer of all-natural probiotic frozen yogurt and fresh fruit smoothies, has introduced its newest frozen yogurt flavor, Raspberry Cheesecake, at stores...

Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) announces the opening of the 400th KFC franchise restaurant in Jakarta, Indonesia, by its international division, Yum! Restaurants International (YRI). Yum! is the leading restaurant company in Indonesia with its KFC...

Cartridge World, the world leader in printer cartridge refilling, has named Frank Case as President of Cartridge World Americas. Previously Cartridge World's Vice President for North America, Case will lead Cartridge World's franchise business in...

Today, The Cleaning Authority (TCA) announced the latest winner of its "Win a Year of Free Housecleaning" giveaway, and the happy winners are Karen and Dave Zeilinger of Kansas City, MO.

With a development pipeline that now has more than 100 new locations under development, Doc Popcorn is positioned for significant expansion in 2011 and beyond. During the first quarter of 2011, the brand awarded nine franchise agreements...

What's 420 without the munchies? For the 13th straight year, Cheba Hut "Toasted" Subs will host the nation's largest commercial celebration of 420, a holiday dedicated to those who enjoy the "high" life of cannabis culture.

Fantastic Sams, a Beverly, Mass.-based hair-salon franchise, has plans to develop between eight and 10 locations in the Syracuse region in the next three years.

Burger lovers rejoice! You now have more choices at your favorite gourmet burger restaurant. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (Red Robin) today introduced a new menu in all company-owned Red Robin(R) restaurants with more than a dozen new items for...

Now that they have perfected the chicken wing, Wingstop is taking on the chicken sandwich. The national chain that specializes in made-to-order chicken wings, is expanding its menu to include its original version of the chicken sandwich –...

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts continues to celebrate its commitment to the international sport of polo in new destinations around the world including Bangkok and returns to the United Kingdom and Singapore, where the brand will further establish...

The Melting Pot of Raleigh (http://www.meltingpot.com/raleigh), a fondue restaurant located at 3800 Wake Forest Road, has announced that it will host a Teacher Appreciation Night on Thursday, April 21 from 5 p.m. until close. A four course fondue...

SUBWAY® restaurants, the world's largest restaurant chain, announced today a 28 percent reduction of sodium in SUBWAY FRESH FIT®sandwich choices. This effort further demonstrates how SUBWAY®has been a long-time proponent of healthier...

The perfect stress-free gift for Mother's Day this year comes in your choice of Chewy Fudge, Chocolate Chips, Caramel Classic and more! Mrs. Fields is making the daunting task of finding that 'just right' gift a cinch with their personalised cookie...

We live in a fast-paced world and, at one time or another, we have all found ourselves face to face with a vending machine, looking for a snack or beverage. The problem, up until now, has been that vending machine food was always synonymous with...

Young entrepreneurs have turned to franchising as a sound business option that presents them with a proven business model and the ability to start growing right from the beginning. Catering to those young entrepreneurs looking to go into business...

Fetch! Pet Care has launched a Customer Loyalty Club, which provides exclusive rewards and valuable information to all its customers at no additional cost.

North American custom home builder G.J. Gardner Homes has announced that it was awarded second place by Franchise Business Review (FBR) in the "under 50 units" category. FBR is a national franchise market research firm that performs independent...

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Inc. (NYSE: KKD) is scheduled to present at the Wells Fargo Securities Consumer, Gaming and Lodging Conference at the Wynn in Las Vegas, Nevada on Tuesday, May 24, 2011. The presentation is scheduled to begin at 9:40 a.m....

The power for peace is felt most when the appreciation of a nation takes place, especially an American nation which knows the price of liberty and patriotism. The head office of WSI can not help but take a moment and acknowledge the dedication and...

Gerry Peters has been coaching and mentoring people for more than 30 years. Along the way he discovered his entrepreneurial spirit to help business owners while building his own business and the best way to take advantage of both his skills and...

IFM Investments Limited ("Century 21 China Real Estate", the "Company" or "CTC") (NYSE: CTC), a leading comprehensive real estate services provider and the exclusive franchisor for the CENTURY 21® brand in China, today announced operational...

As consumers continue to seek fresh, healthy dining options for their on-the-go lifestyles, Zoup! Fresh Soup Company is stirring up the pot in Pontiac, Mich, with the re-opening of its restaurant located at 3999 Centerpoint Parkway. The location,...

Coming off of its largest single-month sales increase in more than two years, Maid Brigade Inc., the leading green cleaning franchise, is capitalizing on its domestic growth and is expanding internationally with a focus on the United Kingdom,...

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) announced today that it will webcast its 2011 Annual Meeting of Shareholders live via the Internet on Thursday, April 28.

Pizza Inn, Inc. (NASDAQ:PZZI), an international pizza chain recognized for serving a variety of fresh, popular traditional and specialty pizzas, is now open in Durham, North Carolina at 3906 N. Duke Street.

For ColorTyme franchisees Al Coelho and Ray Bird, teaming together to open new stores has been a goal of theirs since they started working together in November of 2008. Today, that promise of becoming partners has been fulfilled with the opening of...

Despite a slow economic turnaround, Lady of America Franchise Corporation, a leader in women's fitness, started 2011 with a robust first quarter. The growth was due in part to increased membership worldwide and the expansion and opening of new...

WSI, the world's #1 Internet franchise, hosted a digital marketing webinar last week where business owners around the world tuned in to learn how to leverage display advertising. The webinar entitled "Display Advertising: Billboards of the Web" was...