The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Maui Wowi Hawaiian has announced a nationwide Valentine's Day promotion to spread the love and the Aloha Spirit this Thursday, February 14.

Cartridge World, the leading ink and toner retailer and franchisor, suggests the following tips to help cut costs on printing.

Coverall Health-Based Cleaning System(R), a leading franchisor of commercial cleaning businesses, has announced its 2012 Franchise Owners of the Year.

To share the love this Valentine's Day, Red Robin is bringing back Girls' Night Out so ladies can celebrate the holiday with their one true love – Red Robin!

London-based YO!Sushi opened its first U.S. location in Washington, D.C.'s Union Station in July 2012. The Washington, D.C. franchisee will open at least 10 restaurants in the mid-Atlantic corridor between Washington, D.C. and Philadelphia.

Award-winning Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch restaurant First Watch today announced plans to open a restaurant in West Boca Raton in May.

Who says consumers can't have fun with their food?

101 Mobility St. Louis opens as the city’s only nationally branded full-service sales, maintenance, and installation provider of a complete line of mobility equipment.

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.

Tampa Bay-area favorite First Watch has announced plans to open a restaurant in Brandon at 11305 Causeway Blvd.

Last year the number one factor impacting job satisfaction was salary, and to get more money, 9 out of 10 workers said they were willing to look outside their current jobs for better pay.

AAA Michigan announced today that Auto Lab of Jackson in Jackson has earned certification by AAA’s Approved Auto Repair program.

Express Employment Professionals, the largest privately held U.S. staffing company, today announced that temporary staffing sales by franchisees totaled more than $2.3 billion in 2012, up 10 percent from a record $2.1 billion in 2011.

This Valentine's Day, California Tortilla invites customers to indulge in the S'more Love dessert, available Thursday, February 14th.

Dickey's Barbecue in Eden Prairie is hosting Mr. Dickey and sharing the love by giving away 100 free copies of his cookbook and $2 Pulled Pork Barbecue sandwiches from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Award-winning Breakfast, Brunch and Lunch restaurant First Watch has announced plans to debut in Timonium, Md., its third restaurant in the state of Maryland.

Showhomes and their franchise partners have provided successful selling solutions for real estate professionals and homeowners in all economic market cycles for the past 26 years.

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading global hotel companies, today announced signings of two new Holiday Inn(R) hotels in Colombia.

Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., the franchise division of Weichert, Realtors(R), has announced the roll out of its own intranet system called WeichertWorks.

Pizza Inn Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:PZZI) today announced results for the second fiscal quarter ended December 23, 2012.

Mr. Appliance of the Columbia Basin, owned by Adam St. Mary, is hosting a ribbon cutting at the Greater Othello Chamber of Commerce Feb. 8 at 1 p.m.

One lucky winner will be able to take the vacation of a lifetime thanks to Wyndham Hotel Group's Wyndham Rewards(R) guest loyalty program, which is offering members a chance to win one million Aeroplan(R) Miles.

With Valentine's Day falling on a weekday this year, American women say they want to hunker down at home and celebrate Valentine's Day together with their families.

Following a meticulous and extensive multi-million dollar renovation, Hotel Bristol, one of Warsaw's most iconic establishments, today joins The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts' ensemble of the world's finest hotels.

Senior management will hold a conference call on the same day at 5:00 p.m. (ET) to discuss these results and answer questions.

Creative Learning Corporation (OTCBB: CLCN) owner and developer of Bricks 4 Kidz(R) is pleased to announce that the Company sold 16 franchises in January and reached its 256th franchise on January 29th.

On Cupid's highest day many couples forget to purchase gifts symbolizing their love and affection and end up bringing home a stale box of chocolates or the last picked-over card on the shelf.

"Sweetwater Catfish returns to Famous Dave's" (Nasdaq:DAVE), on February 11, 2013. Those are words the company's guests have been waiting over two years to hear.

Students of Moon Valley High School in Phoenix, Ariz., today helped tip-off the latest round of Howard Johnson's Give Happy Challenge, becoming the first of four schools throughout the country to win a $2,500 donation from the iconic hotel chain...

Now, guests who purchase one waxing session can get another area of equal or lesser value waxed for 50% off.* This limited time offer will only run until February 28, 2013.

Marti Hampton, leader of Team Marti at RE/MAX One in Raleigh has earned the No. 1 ranking among RE/MAX Realty residential team leaders in the U.S.

Now that winter is in full swing, COIT is offering tips on winter driveway maintenance as part of their effort to educate consumers about the importance of preventing moisture and other structural damage.

Recent statistics on post-college employment estimate that roughly 50% of graduating students are still unemployed or underemployed, but the cost of school and need for a degree are higher than ever.

Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the fastest growing senior care franchise system in the USA, has selected Nancy Frost, RN to be its new Vice President, Clinical Services.

European Wax Center Marlboro recently introduced its Student Wax Pass. With the Student Wax Pass, students interested in hair removal in Old Bridge, Marlboro, NJ.

Now, at Massage Envy Spa in El Paso, Texas, guests can receive the brand new Sugar Foot Scrub treatment, the latest addition to the Enhanced Therapy.

Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, is joining the country in celebration of Valentine's Day by offering a special gift to all customers and fans whose name is a variation of Love.

Chester's, in partnership with Cubby's convenience stores, has recently completed renovations to three of its Cubby's locations - two in Nebraska and one in South Dakota.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian is expanding its reach in Minnesota and has recently granted Ross Harried a franchise agreement to bring more of the popular smoothies and coffees to the town of Minnetrista and surrounding areas.

CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today announced that it will host a conference call with investors on Thursday, February 21, 2013 to discuss financial results for the 2012 fourth quarter and fiscal year.

Dealing with people's "stuff" - and all the anxiety and stress that goes along with it – has created a huge growth opportunity in the marketplace, and so far, only one national franchise has captured the space.

To celebrate its grand opening, in-home care provider ComForcare Senior Services, located at 3380 Monroe Ave., will host a special fundraising event in collaboration with Five Guys Burger and Fries.

PRO Martial Arts, the nation’s fastest growing Martial Arts concept, announces today that it has signed a franchisee agreement with Greg Miller to develop the first Pro Martial Arts dojo in the state of New Jersey.

SNR Denton is pleased to announce that Samantha Hutchinson has joined the firm's London office as a partner in the Banking and Finance practice.

The Counter(R) Custom Built Burgers is pleased to announce that it has been named on Forbes' second annual list of America's Most Promising Companies.

TITLE Boxing Club has exploded into the franchise segment, kicking off 2013 with 85 locations open and operating and more than 350 locations under development across the United States.

The USDA recently launched the Smart Snacks in Schools regulations, part of the 2010 Healthy Hungry Free Kids Act. The new rules will regulate what is sold in vending machines and school cafeterias.

Winmark Corporation (Nasdaq: WINA) announced today that it recorded impairment charges relating to its’ investments in (i) Tomsten, Inc. (d/b/a Archiver’s) and (ii) BridgeFunds, LLC.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) today announced record revenues and earnings for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2012.

Plan Ahead Events, the world's largest full-service event management company, announced today that it has been ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s annual Franchise 500 list. Plan Ahead Events ranked #271 for the second year in a row.

Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund and Boston Pizza International Inc. each reported today financial results for the period from October 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012 and from January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) today announced 2012 operating results for the fourth quarter and full year.

Now, any first time guest to European Wax Center can receive aBrazilian wax in Livermore, CA for 50% of the walk-in price.*

Jeff Forrester has been named vice president of purchasing and research and development for Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc., the nation’s largest barbecue franchise.

The Board of Directors for Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), a recognized leader in casual dining, declared a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share on common stock of the company.

Miracle Method enhanced its position as the nation's largest bathtub, tile and countertop refinishing franchise with 20% growth in 2012.

The ANY LAB TEST NOW(R) Waco location won the franchisee contest by creating the most awareness in their community for the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women Day.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today announced that Jay Sigona has been promoted to vice president, brand operations for all Choice Hotels economy, midscale and extended stay brands.

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC) has scheduled a conference call and webcast to report its fourth quarter and year end 2012 financial results on Thursday, February 14, 2013 at 10:00 am EST.

Chester's Chicken on the Fly recently opened at EJ & Emma's at The Cave on Alderson Broaddus College in Philippi, WV. Partnering with Sodexo, Alderson Broaddus now serves its students Chester's delicious fried chicken.

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

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today announced that John Bonds has been promoted to senior vice president, strategy and services, reporting to Patrick Pacious , executive vice president, global strategy and operations.

When designers of the show Flipping Boston acquired a 330 sqft condo, they enlisted More Space Place to help.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, SeekingSitters shares the top ten tips to "Book the Best Babysitter" to keep the kids happy and safe.

Granite Transformations announces today that iGranite, the company’s free app for Apple products, has been named one of the top 30 design apps for 2013 by Interior and Sources Magazine.

Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza, a leader in the fast-casual build-your-own pizza category, today announced that Walch Hospitality Group, LLC, led by John Walch, has signed an agreement to develop six franchise stores in Milwaukee and Madison, Wisconsin.

As the latest addition to the City of Newark's Let's Move! Newark campaign to combat obesity, Newark and Weight Watchers North America, Inc. today announced a new initiative that will offer discounted Weight Watchers memberships to City of Newark...

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) today announced that Mike Shemer has been promoted to vice president, business planning from senior director, business transformation and governance for Choice Hotels.