The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

DineEquity, Inc. (NYSE: DIN) today announced the completion of the re-pricing of its senior secured credit facility, including its senior secured revolving credit facility, which remained at $75 million.

Today, Coldwell Banker Real Estate is unveiling its new national television commercial, "We Believe," which continues the brand's successful "Value of a Home" advertising campaign from last spring.

West Virginia welcomed its first Dickey’s Barbecue last October. Local owners Stephanie and Preston Reeves were enthusiastic about bringing the authentic taste of Dickey’s to the Beckley area.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) will release its results for the fourth quarter and full year 2012 after the NYSE closes on Wednesday, February 13, 2013.

Mr Rooter Tip Of The Day: The toilet tank lever is the part of the toilet tank that needs to be replaced more often than other parts.

Even in the recession resistant hair care industry, a rapidly changing economic environment has many salon and barbershop owners searching for answers.

ed Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc., (NASDAQ:RRGB) today announced that it will release results for the quarter and year ended December 30, 2012, on Tuesday, February 19, 2013.

Liquid Nutrition Group Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Dean Spokes to the role of Vice-President Operations and Nelson Cabral to the position of Vice-President Merchandise.

PNC Bank today announced its annual support of a federal program that offers free tax services to low- and moderate-income taxpayers, along with an expanded effort to help them receive fast refunds.

Signs Now, a division of Allegra Network LLC, will once again partner with Electronic Document Scholarship Foundation (EDSF) to administer five new scholarships totaling $10,000 for the 2013 academic year.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Westminster is throwing a smokin’ celebration on Friday, February 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will be serving the community mouthwatering Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwiches for only one dollar!

Liberty Tax Service has some advice for people trying to get the most out of their paycheck.

Chester's and Lipscomb Oil Company announce the opening of three Chester's locations within The Filling Station convenience stores in Pickens, Webb and Tchula, Mississippi.

Caring Senior Service, a national homecare company, is pleased to announce their newest office in Mercer County, New Jersey.

Famous for their award-winning, fresh jumbo wings, the national restaurant offers a relaxed, casual and island-inspired atmosphere where residents arrive as a guest, leave as a friend and return as family.

Practice, training and preparation for this past weekend didn't just take place on the football field, as Domino's Pizza stores in Pittsburgh took on their biggest day of the year.

Sarku Japan®, the largest and most successful Japanese Quick Service Restaurant chain (QSR) in the United States, will take its sizzling teriyaki and made-to-order sushi from mall food courts to the streets of Northern Virginia.

J.D. Byrider is proud to announce the opening of a new franchise location which will bring a new and exciting option for purchasing used cars to thousands of area residents.

Dr. Melody Jackson recently joined AlignLife of Midtown Memphis as a Doctor of Chiropractic with a specialty in Applied Kinesiolgy and prenatal care.

Charleys restaurants, known for Charley's Grilled Subs® and Charleys Philly Steaks®, has introduced the Pepperoni Steak Bomb today, Feb. 4.

While the Fiscal Cliff has come and gone, there is another cliff on the horizon – the Fitness Cliff.

AlignLife Systems, a national healthcare organization focusing on chiropractic and natural health, opens their second clinic in Wisconsin on North Avenue in Wauwatosa. The clinic is owned and operated by Dr. Sara Mahalko.

Jessica Laing of Tutor Doctor Uxbridge in Ontario recently won the 2012 Tutor of the Year award.

ColorTyme, Inc., America’s first franchisor of independently owned-and-operated rent-to-own stores, will be expanding its reach internationally for the first time when it begins the franchising of 18 Rent-A-Centre locations in Canada.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced that its Westin brand expects to open its 200th hotel in 2013, driven by robust international demand and the phenomenal success of the brand’s distinct well-being...

Dale Carnegie Tampa Bay is pleased to announce the recognition of 4 Tampa Bay Organizations which received the Dale Carnegie Leadership Award for 2012.

Direct Capital, a leading direct lender in the hospitality market said it expects to see strong 2013 demand for financing from hotel owners as they continue to upgrade furniture, fixtures and equipment to meet corporate and consumer brand...

Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, today announced a loveable line-up of sweet frozen treats for Valentine's Day.

Wednesday, February 6 marks National Frozen Yogurt Day and the launch of Yumz Gourmet Frozen Yogurt's first-ever "Coolest Combo™ Challenge," a call for patrons to create the ultimate combination of frozen yogurt and toppings.

Unique Pizza and Subs Corporation (PINKSHEETS: UPZS) today announced it has appointed Vaughan Lazar, Co-Founder and CEO of Pizza Fusion Holdings, to its Board of Directors.

As America tuned in to the biggest sporting event of the year yesterday, pizza lovers watched, and listened, extra closely for the most famous word in the worlds of football and pizza: "Hut."

Valpak beginning immediately. In collaboration with Valpak of Toronto East, 360,000 additional homes in the greater Toronto area will begin mailing each month starting in April, in addition to the current 80,000 household circulation.

Einstein Bros.® Bagels and Noah's New York Bagels® is celebrating National Bagel Day this Saturday, February 9.

Zippy Shell USA, LLC. (“Zippy Shellâ„ ”) continues its expansion of corporate owned franchise locations and is pleased to announce the opening of another Zippy Shellâ„  region.

Franchise owners from across the UK will be gathering on the 9th February at Exeter University for a day of support, development, networking and creative fun.

Allyson McMahon won the coveted Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award at this year’s Business Excellence Awards at the Red Rock Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada on Friday January 25, 2013.

Keller Williams Realty, Inc. announced today that WorkplaceDynamics has named it the No. 9 workplace in America – the only national real estate franchising company on the National Top 150 Workplaces list.

Ireland’s first DoubleTree by Hilton hotel opened its doors today, bringing one of Europe’s fastest growing upscale hotel brands to the Emerald Isle.

Faegre Baker Daniels is pleased to announce that Regina M. Rodriguez, a partner in the firm's Denver office, has received the Colorado Hispanic Bar Association's Chris Miranda Outstanding Hispanic Lawyer award.

The finale of NBC’s “30 Rock” will be more sweet than bitter as NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products Group and “30 Rock” join forces with iconic ice cream maker Ben & Jerry’s to unveil the ice cream...

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is pleased to announce an early May opening of its first location in the Washington D.C. region.

Bonus Building Care has been named the Fastest Growing Company Under 50 Employees at this year’s Business Excellence Awards at the Red Rock Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada on Friday January 25, 2013.

Crunch Fitness, the world-renowned health club chain known for being on the forefront of innovation with its unique and entertaining fitness programming, will open its newest franchise location in Hialeah, FL.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian, the all-natural smoothie and premium Hawaiian coffee franchise company, introduces its one-of-a-kind concept to Madison, Wisconsin.

Kristin Jones Pierre has joined Faegre Baker Daniels LLP as counsel in the labor and employment practice group.

Gray Plant Mooty is pleased to announce that Mark Kirsch and Jan Gilbert have joined its 32-member Franchise & Distribution Practice Group, and will practice in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office.

As announced by Chairman and CEO Denis Hennequin at the presentation of the half-year results, Accor is redefining its organization structure to create a less capital intensive, more effective business model.

Winter Services of West Allis, Wisconsin was named the winner in the Best Overall Company Under 50 Employees at the 2013 Business Excellence Awards, which was held at the Red Rock Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada on Friday January 25, 2013.

Chester's continues to open locations with its longtime partner, Double Bee's. This past fall Double Bee's opened two more Chester's in Newport and Quitman, AR.

For the seventh year in a row, Pancheros Mexican Grill (www.pancheros.com), has officially teamed up with University of Iowa for their annual Dance Marathon, donating over 1,800 burritos to the event.

Huddle House, a 400+ unit family dining restaurant, announced the opening of its ninth unit in the state of Texas on Monday, January 28, 2013.

Expedia CruiseShipCenters will assist food lovers, whatever their taste, in finding their next dream cruise vacation.

Milex Complete Auto Care, one of the nation’s leading providers of automotive maintenance and repair service, was recently ranked among the Top 56 oil change-plus chains for 2012.

Ken's Food Fair & Shell Express continues to satisfy customer's fresh fried chicken craving in the Northern portion of South Dakota.

EAGLE Boys Coonabarabran franchisees Sue and Alan Norton will on Tuesday, February 5 donate every dollar that passes their counter to bush fire victims.

Corner Bakery Cafe is ready to “Feed the Day” in Washington Heights with a new cafe opening on Monday, Feb. 4, 2013.

Nathan's Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ: NATH) today reported results for the third quarter of its 2013 fiscal year that ended December 23, 2012.

On Feb. 4, Koko FitClub, launches Koko Fuel, an integrated nutrition program that builds individually customized, nutritionist-recommended, online meal plans for members at all its 120 locations nationwide.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has signed management agreements with affiliates of Constellation Hotels Holding Ltd.

Weichert Real Estate Affiliates, Inc. has announced the roll-out of its own franchise Intranet system, the first Intranet that puts everything an agent needs inside a Smart phone, tablet or laptop.

With one Grand Opening under their belts the latest Zinga Frozen Yogurt franchisees are on schedule to add many more stores to the Los Angeles area.

European Wax Center is proud to announce their latest location in Toms River, New Jersey and to celebrate the center will be hosting complimentary waxing before their opening on February 6th.

Fresh from the #1 Business Coaching Franchise ranking by Entrepreneur Magazine (Jan. 2013), The Growth Coach Franchise is planning an aggressive expansion into 15 targeted cities this year.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that it has completed the sale of Aloft and Element Lexington to Rockwood Capital for $36 million.

With co-owners experienced in large multi-unit expansion, franchising, and operations, SPIN! has been named one of the “Rest of the 101 Best Restaurants” in the nation by top foodie website TheDailyMeal.com.

Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE:BBW) will report results for its fiscal 2012 fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 29, 2012, on February 14, 2013, prior to the opening of trading on the New York Stock Exchange.