The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Glory Days Grill, an award-winning sports-themed family restaurant chain located in Virginia, Maryland and West Virginia, announced today that it is now offering franchise opportunities in the tri-state area.

The second annual Diane’s Devotion will reach out to children in need of coats and jackets in communities surrounding Discovery Point Child Development Centers.

Menchie’s, North America’s largest self-serve frozen yogurt franchise, rings in the holidays with a festive flavor, Cinnayumm Bun.

On October 18, 2013, the law firm of Roetzel & Andress LPA presented Toledo Mayor Michael P. Bell with the "Downtown Toledo Appreciation Award" at an event held at Georgio's.

Diversified Restaurant Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq:BAGR) ("DRH" or the "Company") announced today that it will release its third quarter 2013 financial results after the closing of financial markets on Wednesday, November 13, 2013.

Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) today announced that Sonia Syngal has been promoted to lead the company’s Global Supply Chain division, effective immediately.

Siemens Building Technologies Division and Carlson Rezidor announce cooperation on energy saving program in Radisson Blu and Park Inn by Radisson hotels in Europe. The target is 25 percent savings in five years.

Discovery Point Child Care Centers are pleased to announce that 14 centers are officially Quality Rated with many more in the process.

Valpak announced today that it has signed a franchise agreement with husband and wife team, Charlie and Gina Timmons, to bring Valpak's services back to businesses and residents in Kent and Sussex Counties.

Steve Hopkins is looking forward to bringing a new standard of customer service to his community with his new business – Fresh Coat Painters of Mansfield.

Leading medical weight loss brand Medi-Weightloss® announced today that four abstracts related to its Clinical Outcomes Report have been accepted for presentation at Obesity Week 2013

CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: CEC) today announced its financial results for its third quarter ended September 29, 2013.

Mike Reagan, RE/MAX Senior Vice President, Business Alliances, has been awarded the 2013 Corporate Person of the Year by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® (CMN Hospitals).

John and Kris Dostal recently purchased The Maids of Northwest Omaha, a residential cleaning franchise that specializes in cleaning for health.

Located at 1433 Nighthawk Pointe, the two-story model with West-Indies-inspired architecture has six bedrooms, seven full and one-half baths, a wood paneled theater with 3D HD projection, climate controlled wine room and a wood paneled library.

The team at Lawn Army, a full-service landscape maintenance company, is pleased to be celebrating its one-year anniversary of service to homeowners.

Regis Corporation (NYSE:RGS) today announced the appointment of Jim B. Lain as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, effective as of November 11, 2013.

Toys"R"Us, Inc. today announced a series of exciting loyalty incentives shoppers can take advantage of this holiday season through its 35 million member-strong Rewards"R"Us® program.

For the sixth year in a row, RE/MAX, LLC has been named one of the Top 50 Franchises for Minorities by the National Minority Franchising Initiative through the World Franchising Network.

Woof Gang Bakery, your neighborhood pet store, is a leader in the pet industry and has grown to 39 locations, with the newest store in St. Petersburg.

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:BAGL) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.13 per share, payable on January 15, 2014.

According to a recent study updated in March 2013 by IBISWorld technological changes have motivated consumers to buy the latest incarnations of smartphones and tablet devices.

Geeks On Call is proud to be a Champion Partner of National Cyber Security Awareness Month.

Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint, the original and fastest-growing fast casual pizza chain in North America, is launching its fall specialty menu items fusing popular American favorites – pizza and cheeseburgers.

What began as one school in Doraville, Georgia in 1985 has since expanded to 160 Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academies in 14 states… and growing.

Denny's Corporation (Nasdaq:DENN), franchisor and operator of one of America's largest franchised full-service restaurant chains, today reported results for its third quarter ended September 25, 2013.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, announced today that it has deployed a new, streamlined interface for its cloud-based hotel property management system, choiceADVANTAGE.

Window Genie announces the grand opening of their newest location in Melbourne, FL on Monday November 4th. Daryl Darby is the owner/operator.

Jonathan Barnett, Founder and CEO of Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning, was recently featured on Foxbusiness.com as part of the business news website’s "Small Business Spotlight" feature.

All County Advanced Property Management is now open in Clearwater, offering management solutions for both owners and renters in Pinellas and surrounding counties.

PrideStaff, a national staffing organization, is pleased to announce the expansion of their existing office in Chicagoland, Illinois.

Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is offering South Florida residents the exclusive scoop on how to own their very own Baskin-Robbins franchise.

Goede Premier Recruitment (GPR) announced that it is now an affiliate of MRINetwork, one of the largest search and recruitment organizations in the world. GPR, based in St. Louis, has been in operation for seven years prior to joining MRINetwork.

Flint, Mich. has been home to BIGGBY COFFEE since July, 2013, and is working with the Flint and Genesee Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 4 at 10 a.m.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced its world-renowned Sheraton brand has expanded its footprint in greater Minneapolis with a strategic conversion in Bloomington, Minnesota.

Noble Roman's, Inc. (OTC/BB: NROM), the Indianapolis based franchisor of Noble Roman's Pizza and Tuscano's Italian Style Subs, today announced an initiative to reduce future dilution and simplify the Company's capital structure.

Planet Fitness, the innovative health club franchise known for its Judgement Free Zone® and affordable prices, has announced the winners of its annual Franchisee Awards, recognizing the best of the best systemwide in a variety of categories.

The opening of a new Sears Appliance & Hardware store in Dallas, Texas marks two milestones for the hardware subsidiary operating under Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: SHOS).

In honor of Veterans Day, (November 11) FlipFlop® Dogs, The Alternative to Kenneling®, announced today they will offer military veterans a 25 percent discount off the initial franchise fee.

Bowl of Heaven, the Orange County concept featuring healthy and delicious meals through fulfilling acai bowls and fresh blended smoothies and juices, is now available on the road!

Four Points by Sheraton brand is taking the guesswork out of the most important meal of the day, with the return of its wildly popular "Breakfast for a Buck" promotion running now through Dec. 30, 2013.

American Restaurant Concepts, Inc., operator and franchisor of Dick's Wings & Grill® restaurants, announced today that its board of directors has approved a 1-for-7 reverse stock split of the Company's shares of common stock.

Coldwell Banker Select Professionals today announced a new agreement with Trulia, a leading online marketplace for home buyers, sellers, renters, real estate agents and brokers.

Now, in addition to satisfying their craving at any of Red Robin's more than 480 locations in North America, steak fry fans can visit their grocer's store freezer case.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc.(NYSE:HOT) today announced its sizzling Aloft brand has made its debut in Orlando, Florida.

Upland fitness center known as Fit Body Boot Camp announces the launch of a series of boot camp workouts designed to benefit the local non-profit organization, Foothill Family Shelter.

tarwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) announced today that the Company’s share repurchase authorization has increased by an additional $250 million.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced its results for the third quarter of fiscal 2013. Third quarter 2013.

Amada Senior Care, a leading senior service company founded by former NFL player Tafa Jefferson, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its newest location in Corona, California.

Dunkin' Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN) today announced that it is expanding the roles of Paul Twohig, President, Dunkin' Donuts U.S. and Canada, and Bill Mitchell, President, Baskin-Robbins U.S. and Canada.

Sir Grout, hard surface restoration expert, can solve these issues in no time with industry-leading cleaning and restoration services, leaving homes immaculate after Halloween.

Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions, the company that invented Mobile Fryer Management, is celebrating the recent expansion of its Buffalo, New York Franchise location.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced that it has completed the sale of both The Westin San Francisco Airport and Aloft San Francisco Airport to a venture led by Ultima Hospitality for $125 million.

Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is on a mission to improve the way Midwest communities eat, and the company is using Esri Location Analytics to do it.

Woodcraft will mark a decade of sponsoring its annual Turn for Troops National Turn-a-thon when volunteer woodturners gather at Woodcraft stores nationwide on the weekend of Nov. 9-10 to craft pens for men and women in the armed forces.

Eye Level is proud to announce it has been recognized by USA Today as one of the 50 Top Franchises for Minorities, as selected by the National Minority Franchising Initiative (NMFI).

Halloween is almost here, but Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants, Inc. is already gearing up for the next big event: Thanksgiving.

PrideStaff's North Dallas once again sponsored and raised funds in support of the Komen Dallas Race for the Cure® on October 19, 2013 in the fight against breast cancer.

Dr. Raymond Huntington, founder and chairman of Huntington Learning Center, stated that the misinformation about the Common Core State Standards is something Huntington is working to address.

In the 11th of a series of reports titled "America Employed, "Express Employment Professionals, the nation’s largest privately held staffing firm, today released findings revealing what benefits employers consider most negotiable.

The Rosenbergs' store is one of the highest performing Signarama franchises in the United States. Signarama Buford is known across Gwinnett County for delivering quality customer service and signage to countless businesses.

RadioShack returns to Detroit with the opening of the company's first area concept store on Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 9:30 a.m. RadioShack has deep roots in Detroit, opening its first store more than 44 years ago in 1969.

Gray Plant Mooty is pleased to announce that Daniel J. (DJ) Ringquist and Justina Roberts have joined our team of experienced and talented attorneys in our Minneapolis office.

The news business Fresh Coat Painters of Waco offers interior and exterior painting for homes and businesses.

The Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel announced that Tracy Blair has been appointed as its new director of sales and marketing. Blair brings over 25 years of hospitality experience to the position at Colorado’s largest hotel.