The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

As of February 13, 2013, the total amount available under the authorization is approximately $680 million.

G6 Hospitality, one of the nation's largest owner/operators of economy lodging, under the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands, announces the opening of 63 locations in 2012, all under franchise contracts.

Window World Cares™, the charitable foundation of Window World, Inc.® has announced its "$1 Million in One Year" challenge, a national fundraising campaign dedicated to raising $1 million for St. Jude Children’s Research...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation ("Hyatt" or the "Company") (NYSE: H) today reported fourth quarter 2012 financial results.

Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) announced today the renewal of Sport Clips Haircuts as the primary sponsor for a total of nine races during the 2013 NASCAR season.

The Master Franchise will be owned and operated by Scott Hoffmann, and serve the Greater St. Louis metropolitan area including the communities of Chesterfield, Clayton, Florissant, Mehlville and St. Charles among others.

HomeVestors, also known as the We Buy Ugly Houses® company honored the 2012 accomplishments of its team members with Sales Success Awards at its annual convention.

Located at 3524 S. Market Street in West Valley, Utah, the Design Option III, seven-story hotel was developed by West Valley Lodging Initiatives, LLC and will be managed by Renascent Hospitality.

A pair of elite athletes redefining the role of sports in the lives of today's youth are taking their mission nationwide.

RO Martial Arts has promoted Mark DiMuzio to the position of vice president of brand services and training at the national martial arts franchise company.

When Taco Bell(R) launched Doritos(R) Locos Tacos in 2012, it quickly became the company's most successful product launch ever, selling more than 350 million in less than a year.

Jenny Rice, broker associate of RE/MAX Centerstone, has been presented the Realtor of the Year Award by the Hendricks County Division of the Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of REALTORS(R).

Today's business travelers are surprisingly social on the road, according to a recent survey by Four Points by Sheraton, the "best for business" brand of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT).

Corner Bakery Cafe today announced plans to open 16 new restaurants in six counties in the Greater New York City area as part of a recent multi-unit agreement with CBCWSNY, LLC.

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) will report first quarter fiscal 2013 operating results after market close on Wednesday, February 20, 2013, and the company will host a conference call to review the results on Thursday, February 21, 2013,...

The additions of Angela Sakell as vice president of marketing, Amy Hamilton as vice president of operations and Lu Wu as senior .net systems architect are part of Bach to Rock's plans to build the brand's presence in major metropolitan areas across...

Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies announces the Grand Opening of its newest location inside the Rosedale Center Mall in Roseville, Minn. featuring samples, balloons, and a drawing to win smoothies for a year.

Midway through February, European Wax Center San Bruno has recently announced their latest special, New Year’s Resolution.

Ground Hog's Day. Presidents Day. In some years Leap Day. But nothing highlights the middle of February like Valentine's Day. On this day of love, recently married and soon-to-be-married couples have some additional things to keep in mind this tax...

Park Inn Radisson Solna was awarded CSR Company of 2012 by the city of Solna. The award is given in recognition of the hotel's extensive effort to help unemployed people find sustainable employment.

RE/MAX agents in the northern Illinois real estate market agree buyers are more interested in condos, townhouses and single-family homes located either in or within walking distance of downtown areas that have a lot of foot traffic.

East Coast Wings & Grill, a rapidly growing buffalo chicken wing concept based in Winston Salem, NC, announces the appointment of Freddy Dupuy as Director of its newly created Unit Economics/Quality Assurance division.

Executives at Seattle-based Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty announced today that Irene Wurden has joined the Bainbridge Island branch of the global real estate network.

RNR Custom Wheel and Tire Expressfranchise owner, Steve Sutton, is very excited for the opening of his new store at 2547 SW College Road, Ocala.

Choice Hotels has added a fantastic Quality Hotel to its accommodation offering in the Central North Island.

The Keg Royalties Income Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:KEG.UN) today announced that its February 2013 distribution of $0.08 cents per unit has been declared and is payable to unitholders of record as at February 21, 2013.

From Feb. 18 – 28, LVRG and its Red Robin restaurants will join forces with the local community to collect basic supplies and food that will be shipped overseas to U.S. soldiers stationed abroad.

With a housing recovery in full swing, RE/MAX LLC experienced significant improvement in closed transactions and sales volume in 2012.

This year, American's are expected to spend over a whopping $18 billion to celebrate the day of love, Valentine's Day.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) will release its financial results press release for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2012 at 7:00 a.m. (EST) on Thursday, February 14, 2013.

Miracle Method Surface Refinishing set sales records in 2012 with a 20% increase in gross sales over 2011. Leading the way were seven franchisees who all generated annual sales over a million dollars.

CRDN, the Certified Restoration Drycleaning Network, has added two new staff members to its corporate management team: Shawn Fair, Director of Training, and David Grant, National Sales Manager.

With its recent announcement of an international division, Lapels is looking to bring those signature services abroad.

Chester's announces four Chester's locations in Little General convenience stores throughout Southern West Virginia located in Alderson, Pinch, Omar, and Barboursville.

Franchise owners from across the UK gathered at Exeter University for the 11th Creation Station national franchise conference.

January through March is the period cruise industry insiders refer to as the "Wave Season." This is the time of year when consumers can expect to get the best deals on their travel.

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), a recognized leader in casual dining, announces the election of Gerardo (Gerry) Lopez to its Board of Directors.

Once again, owners and staff at the Clarion Inn Pigeon Forge are proud as peacocks after receiving top annual honors from delighted guests.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY), a global leader in real estate franchising and provider of real estate brokerage, relocation and settlement services, announced today its intention to refinance its senior secured credit facility.

Roetzel is pleased to announce the continued expansion of its Orlando office with the addition of Jason S. Miller as a partner in the Intellectual Property group.

Toys"R"Us(R) will soon introduce an assortment of toys from Fisher-Price® based on the underwater world of Octonauts(TM), which will splash into its stores nationwide and online at Toysrus.com beginning in March.

Less than two years after being recruited to lead the iconic Bennigan's brand back to its former glory, President & CEO Paul Mangiamele has been nominated for one of the foodservice industry's most prestigious awards.

Hilton Worldwide today signed a multi-unit management agreement with BG Group of Hotels to manage four hotels, marking the company's entry into the Northern Territory and the introduction of the DoubleTree by Hilton brand into Australia.

Just in time for the Lenten season, Back Yard Burgers is adding a meat-free option for its guests, the Bold and Crunchy Fish Sandwich, available through March 31, 2013 at all of Back Yard Burgers' 83 locations.

The LifeSpring In-Home Care Network is opening new franchise territories in 30 states. LifeSpring franchisees will benefit from a very successful business model serving the needs of a growing senior population that desires in-home healthcare...

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), will be hosting its 2013 Analyst Meeting in Dallas on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013 beginning at 8:00 a.m. Central.

The United Franchise Group (UFG), the global leader for entrepreneurs, today announced that its Transworld Business Advisors brand has signed an agreement with World Franchisors to help other franchise concepts to expand internationally.

Racing Limos America, Inc., a subsidiary of Atlas Technology Group, Inc. (ATYG) (OTC Pink: ATYG), reviews 2012 and previews 2013.

Choice Hotels International, Inc., (NYSE:CHH) today reported the following highlights for the fourth quarter and full year 2012.

Robeks, a premium smoothie and juice franchise that has been on the forefront of healthy eating trends for nearly 20 years, has given its menu a major overhaul and customers are flocking to try out the new offerings.

Awarded to the top 25% of agencies in client satisfaction scores from Home Care Pulse, Home Care Assistance of Central New Jersey is now ranked among a select few of the best agencies in the country.

Jan-Pro Franchising International, Inc., an established global leader and top brand in advanced commercial cleaning, today announced the opening of the Master Franchise Jan-Pro Mexico, the newest international Jan-Pro franchise in the system.

Einstein Bros.(R) Bagels is pleased bring back its fresh-baked heart shaped bagels and sugar cookies for sweethearts to share this loving season.

Mattjis Kaas, who owns rights in the Netherlands and Belgium, said superior technology is what has impressed him most since partnering with Chem-Dry in 2003.

Luciana Page is enjoying the sweet and savory, taste of victory, as she was declared the winner of the Red Robin Savory Scholar Contest.

The Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Airport Hotel (North), located near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, announces a special Romance Package.

Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter Hotel North, located near Dunwoody, GA, announces a new special savings package.

Hooters of America, LLC, announced today that Todd Thrasher of Glendale, Mo., has won $10,000 in a scratch card giveaway as part of its "Wings on the Fly" to-go order promotion to celebrate post-season football.

AlignLife (http://AlignLife.com) was founded to provide a full spectrum of wellness services to people looking for a natural approach to health.

RadioShack Corporation (NYSE: RSH) will host a live webcast of its fourth-quarter earnings conference call with investors starting at 9 a.m. ET on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013, to review financial results for the fourth quarter, which ended December 31,...

Diversified Restaurant Holdings, Inc. announced preliminary sales results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 30, 2012.

The Hilton Garden Inn Columbia SC Hotel (Northeast) announces a special Romance Package for guests to enjoy.

Jani-King's Gulf Coast regions are proof that the Department of Labor December jobs report is moving in the right direction. The December jobs report showed the economy added 155,000 jobs last month.

At Massage Envy Spa Clifton, guests can now purchase a membership and create their own personally customized Wellness Plan for just $59 a month.

The winners of the EMEA Business Excellence Awards were announced at the Cascais Mirage in Cascais, Portugal on Friday February 8, 2013.

Chester's has recently unveiled renovations to its Fair City Foods location in Huron, South Dakota. Fair City Foods has been a Chester's partner for more than 10 years.

On May 1, Sepulveda will begin a new role as executive chairman at Triumph Bancorp, Inc., passing the Interstate Batteries leadership to the man he has mentored for the role for almost a decade, Scott Miller.