The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Today, Chilly Ribbons introduces its innovative franchise concepts at the West Coast Franchise Expo at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California, October 24-26.

JTH Holding, Inc. (NASDAQ: TAX) (the "Company"), the parent company of Liberty Tax Service, today reported a net loss for the fiscal first quarter ended July 31, 2013.

In the 10th of a series of releases titled "America Employed," Express Employment Professionals today announced findings that reveal how long recent college graduates can be expected to stay in their first jobs.

MRINetwork Brasil Group is uniquely positioned to meet growing hiring demands because of its relationships with bilingual management-level and executive-level candidates.

Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) announced this week two hotels converted to the brand adding locations in Greater Los Angeles and Eastern Washington wine country.?

Rita’s Italian Ice has opened its first international outlet at Unit 202A, Ocean Seaview Hotel, Hua Qiao Cheng, No 3 Guang Qiao Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China.

For a limited time beginning October 17 at participating locations, Jack in the Box is offering this fan favorite in a value-priced combo meal, which also includes a 20-oz. beverage and small order of fries, for just $4.99, plus tax.

barre3 has hit the iTunes store today bringing its accessible, efficient program to the mobile devices of wellness enthusiasts worldwide.

Today the Upland personal training center known as Fit Body Boot Camp announced the launch of its 1,000 Pound Meltdown Challenge.

Pie Face Holdings Pty Ltd, an Australian micro-bakery cafe chain specializing in sweet and savory pies with a US subsidiary which recently opened seven Pie Face stores in Manhattan.

To recognize American Education Week, Brain Balance Achievement Centers is spotlighting a few of their franchise owners who have leveraged their education backgrounds at their centers.

Life in Coconut Point is getting a whole lot sweeter. On Sunday, October 20, Häagen-Dazs Shops will celebrate the opening of its newest location at The Shops at Coconut Point.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced its Sheraton brand will expand its portfolio in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area with a new hotel planned for McKinney, Texas.

Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED) will announce financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2013 on Tuesday, November 5, 2013.

Bach to Rock (B2R) announced today several new hires and internal promotions as part of the company's continued expansion and commitment to meeting the increased need for high-quality music education.

El Pollo Loco, the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, unveiled today four new variations of the brand’s signature entrée, The Pollo Bowl: Chicken Mexican Cobb, Chicken Ranchero, Chicken Mole and Ultimate...

As the 23rd store in the networks growing franchise, it is poised to be its most impressive design and fit out yet.

Real Estate Broker Brett Furman returned to his undergraduate alma mater, Temple University to teach a class on Marketing and Social Media for real estate professionals.

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) today announced its world-renowned Sheraton brand has expanded its footprint in Thailand with the opening of Sheraton Hua Hin Pranburi Villas in Prachuap Khirikhan.

After a lull in July and August, demand for small business lending roared back in September, according to the monthly Small Business Lending Index released by Direct Capital, a leading national small business lender.

The Learning Experience® (TLE®) was honored with Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida’s "Corporation of the Year" award on Wednesday, October 2, 2013.

Keller Williams Realty announced that William J. (Bill) Perrault, GRI, SFR, has joined the Keller Williams Realty - Peace River Partners Market Center as a licensed real estate broker and part of the management team.

The Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel announced that Tony Dunn has been appointed as its new General Manager.

Mr. Appliance of Over The Mountain, owned by Steven and Tammy Johnson, earned the Mr. Appliance Franchisee of the Year Award at The Dwyer Group® International Conference Sept. 29th-Oct. 3rd in San Antonio.

Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia (NYSE: MSO) and Hyatt House are teaming up to help travelers and local residents support neighborhood businesses and craftsmen through MSLO's "American Made" program.

September is traditionally the month when both air temperatures and housing market activity retreat from their summer highs, but that wasn’t exactly the case this year.

Jimboy’s Tacos is using the Grand Re-Opening of its Roseville & Carmichael Stores to provide a platform for raising Money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

The Melting Pot Restaurants, Inc., the world's premier fondue restaurant franchise, will host Femme Fatale de Fondue, a mysteriously glamorous national ladies' night out event, Nov. 3 – 8 at all locations of The Melting Pot.

Medifast, Inc. (NYSE: MED), a leading United States manufacturer and provider of clinically proven, portion-controlled weight-loss products and programs, today announced it was named on Forbes' 35th annual list of America's Best Small Companies.

Virgil and Julie Moore opened California’s first 101 Mobility Franchise.

Texas Roadhouse is proud to partner with Nashville recording artist Ayla Brown. The six-foot-tall, former American Idol finalist and starter for the Boston College women's basketball team is the newest member of the Texas Roadhouse family.

For almost a decade, Henry Mittelman, the CEO of The Growth Coach Boston is now expanding to serve even more business leaders and sales professionals in the Boston community.

Maid Brigade has opened a new Maid Simple House Cleaning franchise location in Pasco County, Florida.

In its first year of franchising, Junkluggers is proud to announce that it has already achieved its goal of adding 5 franchisees to the system in 2013.

Togo's Eateries, Inc., a "West Coast Original" since 1971, announced today it has signed a development agreement with a new franchise group to open three restaurants in the Greater Phoenix area.

U-Swirl, Inc. (OTCQB: SWRL) ("the Company"), parent to U-SWIRL International, Inc., through which it owns and franchises self-serve frozen yogurt cafés, today announced results for the second quarter and first half of FY2014.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Inc. (NASDAQ: RMCF) (the "Company") today reported its operating results for the three and six months ended August 31, 2013 (the second quarter and first half of FY2014).

WineStyles Tasting Station® announced today it has successfully converted 15 WineStyles locations across 10 states to its newly revamped business model.

Togo's Eateries, Inc., a "West Coast Original" since 1971, is celebrating the grand opening of its latest company-owned restaurant in Berkeley, Calif. located at 2172 Shattuck Avenue.

One of the many reasons we love New England is the change of seasons, especially from summer to fall! At Honey Dew Donuts, it’s not just the season that’s changing, but also the sandwich choices!

Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, today announced results for the third quarter of 2013, comprised of strong growth in same store sales, global store count and EPS.

Menchie’s, the friendliest place on earth with a mission to make every guest smile, will open its new location in Perring Plaza, at 1991 E. Joppa Rd., Suite #15 Carney, MD., 21234 on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013.

Liquid Capital Corp., a Canada-based franchisor specializing in factoring, will launch the Purchase Finance Program (PFP) in early October. PFP differs from traditional Purchase Order (PO) financing and offers more flexibility to its clients.

Home Instead Senior Care®, the leading global provider of home care services for seniors, is introducing Confidence to Care, a new book that gives Alzheimer's family caregivers the practical insights and information.

The Award-Winning casual-dining franchise Quaker Steak & Lube® announced today the signing of an area development agreement with Albatross Group, LLC for four restaurants throughout Virginia and Tennessee.

Villa Enterprises Management Ltd., Inc. (www.villaenterprises.com), a global multi-concept restaurant franchisor, announced the grand opening of Villa Italian Kitchen at the Southland Mall in Cutler Bay, FL this month.

The Howard Johnson® hotel brand and its "Double Dribble" promotion offer guests two complimentary tickets to the Harlem Globetrotters show of their choice with any qualifying two consecutive night stay.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Glenview is throwing a three-day party from Friday, October 18 through Sunday, October 20.

Great American Cookies® is inviting customers this October to celebrate the company's favorite month – National Cookie Month, by surprising them with limited time offers and a brand new Cookie Cake concept.

White Lodging Services and Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the formation of a joint venture to develop Denver’s first dual-branded Hyatt Place/Hyatt House.

Lonnie Helgerson, CFE, President of IslandTime Treasures, and U.S. Army veteran, announced today an unprecedented offer for owning an IslandTime Treasures franchise.

Jeff Chrin announced today that he has joined Cruise Planners - American Express Travel, an award-winning national cruise and travel franchise company.

Qualified buyers will have the opportunity to purchase one or several parcels of farm and timber land in Suffolk, Va., at auction prices Thursday, Nov. 14. This live event will feature 10 properties offered in 23 parcels.

ANY LAB TEST NOW®'s Sarasota, FL store location announces a partnership with one of the area's leading wellness experts, Nora Clemens, RDN/LD.

Jim Hunter President of House Doctors the National handyman services company reckons this is great news for everyone and good news for home improvements.

For the fifth consecutive year, RE/MAX, LLC, ranked as the leading real estate franchise organization in the Franchise Times Top 200.

Window Genie announces the grand opening of their newest location in Jackson County, MO on Monday October 21st. Matthew Johnson is the owner/operator. This is Window Genie's fourth franchise in the Kansas City area, first on the Missouri side.

InXpress USA opened its first Canadian franchise location in Ontario, Canada this month.

Fresh Healthy Vending International, Inc. (OTC Markets: VEND) recently welcomed Steve Finley, former Major League Baseball player with an impressive professional career spanning 19 years, to its board of directors.

Doc Popcorn, the only fresh-popped, natural flavored popcorn franchise, announced their first expansion abroad through the signing of a 60-unit agreement in Mexico.

On Tuesday, November 5th, 2013, the popular Yorba Linda fitness center known as Fit Body Boot Camp will host a 1 Year Anniversary Event to support the non-profit organization, National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Pizza Pizza is wrapping up National Pizza Month with one of its most cherished recipes: specials on discounted pizzas dressed with a good cause and topped with lots of smiles!

Dickey’s Barbecue continues growth in California. On Thursday, October 17 at 11:00 a.m. the new location in Hanford will open for business.

The Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA) has awarded Haynes and Boone, LLP the prestigious Thomas L. Sager Award for the South Region.

More than 500 of North America’s top franchise industry executives and business coaches came together September 29-October 3 at the 14th Annual AdviCoach® and The Entrepreneur’s Source® Conference.

The Minneapolis-based law firm of Gray Plant Mooty is pleased to announce the firm has been named to the Honor Roll of Most Feared Litigation Firms by BTI Litigation Outlook.

Leading greeting card publisher and franchisor, Card Connection has today announced the launch of its new 2013 range of sentimental keepsakes: Little Wishes.

i9 Sports, the nation’s first and fastest growing youth sports league franchise with a league in our area, calls for a big time out from some accepted youth sports moves.

Famous Dave's of America, Inc. (Nasdaq:DAVE) will announce its Third Quarter 2013 earnings after market close on October 23rd, 2013.