The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

AFC Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: AFCE), the franchisor and operator of Popeyes®, today announced that its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for its second quarter 2013.

Window Genie announces that their Beaufort County, SC location has been purchased by Terry Gurley. Terry plans to add to his team and expand the Window Genie presence in the Lowcountry area of South Carolina.

Kinderdance International Inc. has been expanding since its founding in 1979. Kinderdance awards India expansion by honoring Kinderdance India Developer Kirthana Ramarapu’ as the Rookie of the Year.

Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), the award-winning loyalty program from Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT), today introduced its new SPG app for Android in Chinese.

Amada Senior Care, one of the premier senior service companies in Orange County, announces the grand opening of its newest location in northern San Diego.

JTH Holding, Inc. (NASDAQ: TAX), the parent company of Liberty Tax Service, has undertaken a review of its accounting policies in response to comments that it received from the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Hurricane Grill & Wings continues its expansion across Texas with the first of 28 restaurants to open in the greater Dallas/Fort Worth area.

This summer marks the fourth year that Massage Envy Short Hills has been open. To celebrate, they will be hosting three days of fun on Friday August 16th, Saturday 17th, and Sunday the 18th.

The ServiceMaster Company, one of the world’s largest residential service networks, will release its preliminary unaudited second-quarter 2013 financial results on Wednesday, August 14.

On July 19th, the Intero Foundation issued another round of grants directed towards the California communities of San Carlos, San Mateo, and Los Altos.

Maui Wowi Hawaiian announces Doreen Mejias and Brad Uricchio as the newest franchise operators in San Diego.

Before Long Islanders jump to assisted living facilities, 101 Mobility Long Island owner and operator John Michielini urges families to consider installing mobility enhancing equipment like stair lifts and auto lifts.

Molly Maid, the nation's leading residential cleaning company, launches the "Before Summer's Done, One More Party in the Sun" Facebook sweepstakes in which lucky fans can win up to $500 in Molly Maid gift certificates.

Phoenix International Raceway President Bryan R. Sperber announced today that ServiceMaster Clean and ServiceMaster Restore will be the title sponsor of the track’s November NASCAR Nationwide Series race.

Celebrating the 12th anniversary of Lisa Druxman’s Stroller Strides, the mompreneur has launched the new FIT4MOM brand and logo that will encompass all of her brands including the now grown up Stroller Strides.

Togo's Eateries, Inc., a "West Coast Original" since 1971, is proud to announce today it has awarded three California employees with a $1,000 college scholarship through the Togo's Education Fund.

Mr. Handyman, the largest employer of handymen in North America, is hosting the "Honey, I Promise I'll Fix It" Facebook sweepstakes.

Big O Tires (Big O) is proud to announce that it received a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 70, virtually unheard of in the automotive service industry.

The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon helps lift off the new school year when it visits Grove Junior High School, 777 W. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village, Ill., on Aug. 23.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop opens its fourth location in Dallas at Preston Center. Boasting a vast menu of freshly-made sandwiches, Capriotti’s latest restaurant is sure to become a favorite among Dallas sandwich-lovers.

Office Evolution, a full-service virtual office solutions provider, has signed on a husband and wife franchisee team in New Jersey.

This summer, Coca-Cola® is partnering with Live Nation® and American Music Awards® for a ‘Share Happiness’ promotion occurring exclusively at Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers.

Colortyme, Inc., the nation’s first franchisor of independently owned-and-operated rent-to-own stores, celebrated the opening of its newest store in Horn Lake, Miss. with a Grand Opening celebration on Saturday, August 3.

Today, Chuck E. birthday parties still offer fun and value, and now the opportunity for birthday stars to feel like a rock star, too.

Granite Transformations is experiencing sales increases across the country as the real estate market is making a comeback in many U.S. markets.

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC) concluded its Total Lean™ Challenge and Sweepstakes, rewarding 13 enthusiastic participants with the share of $25,000 in cash and prizes.

Your Pie and Georgia Oak Partners (“Georgia Oak”) announced today that they have entered into a partnership in which Georgia Oak will invest substantial growth equity into the emerging, customized pizza franchise brand.

Rita's Italian Ice, the nation's largest Italian Ice concept with over 600 outlets in 20 states, announced it will celebrate National Frozen Custard Day this Thursday, August 8th, 2013.

Flip Flop Shops and REEF are teaming up this August to ship one lucky customer off to an exotic dream vacation of their choice.

Hooters of America, LLC, today announced Jasper County High School of Monticello, Ga., is the recipient of a $5,000 donation to its football program, courtesy of Hooters and Jon Gruden.

Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced the appointment of Gary D. Foster, Ph.D., as Co-Chief Scientific Officer.

From the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) Convention 2013, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the launch of a series of initiatives to meet the needs of travelers from India.

SONIC (NASDAQ: SONC) has reached an agreement with the Wyandotte Nation, an Oklahoma-based Native American tribe, to open its first SONIC Drive-In in Seneca, Mo.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation’s newest, fast-casual restaurant concept, is scheduled to open South Carolina’s first Chicken Salad Chick franchise on August 13, 2013, in Greenville.

Aire Serv, a leading franchise organization providing heating, ventilation and air conditioning services, awarded five new U.S. franchises in the second quarter of 2013.

Wok Box continues to grow in Ontario as it opens up its newest location in Oakville. Franchise owners Damian Ross and Christian Coburn both have a love of food.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt has teamed up with The Muscular Dystrophy Association in their second annual partnership to raise funds for children and adults affected by neuromuscular disease.

In light of August being National Cataract Awareness Month, Home Helpers & Direct Link of Broward & Palm Beach is educating the local community on various symptoms of cataracts.

According to latest statistics at Rhythm Time, the leading provider of educational music classes for children under five, franchising is proving to be a popular route to people wanting to own their own business.

European Wax Center Santa Rosa recently unveiled a smart way for students to save – the Student Wax Pass!

Celebrating over 20 years in business, the Between Rounds brand is looking to expand its franchises throughout Connecticut and other states.

House Doctors is growing at an unprecedented rate as a study from the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University shows that the general strengthening in the housing market is translating into increasing spending on remodeling.

Mosquito Shield of the South Shore of Massachusetts has expanded its mosquito control franchise territory to include Cape Cod and the South Coast, making Rob and Lisa Rowe of Hanover, MA the first multiple territory operators in Mosquito...

Vanguard Cleaning Systems®, a leading franchisor of commercial cleaning businesses, announced that the World Franchising Network has ranked it among its Top 100 Franchises for 2013.

Archadeck Outdoor Living, North America’s leading designer and builder of outdoor living spaces, announces the launch of its new franchise recruitment website as part of a larger recruiting campaign in the United States and Canada.

According to a hiring trends survey of 323 employers in the U.S. and Canada, Express Employment Professionals found that more than half, 58 percent, of companies have an employee development program in place.

Online voting is now open to help select the winners of Entrepreneur magazine's Entrepreneur of 2013 contest presented by The UPS Store®.

CaliBurger™ announced today that it will hold two “Taste of Cali™” events in the Middle East and Europe during the month of August.

Domino's – who transformed the industry by pioneering pizza delivery more than 50 years ago – is looking to support the next great idea by launching its Powered by Pizza campaign.

Sunny Street Cafe is excited to announce a new partnership with VetFran, an initiative of the International Franchise Association. Through this partnership, a financial discount is offered to veterans who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

GNC Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: GNC) today commented on the findings of a military panel that spent nearly two years investigating the possible role of products containing DMAA in the deaths of soldiers who had been exercising rigorously while on duty.

Pinot's Palette is pleased to announce that eight of its Texas studios will participate in the company's Art Tasting charity event, which kicks off on August 15.

Roetzel is pleased to announce that securities litigation attorney Rose M. Schindler has joined the firm as a partner in the Fort Lauderdale office, continuing Roetzel’s growth throughout South Florida.

Mosquito Shield of Northern Virginia is now booking service appointments and targeting the end of August as the official launch of the local mosquito control franchise.

ABRA Auto Body & Glass, a leading national vehicle repair company and one of the country’s most prominent multi shop repair operators, announced today the opening of its 21st repair center in Georgia.

Pie Five Pizza Co., a subsidiary of Pizza Inn Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: PZZI), announced today that it has awarded up to 12 franchise units to Jeff Mengel, who will bring the trend-setting concept to his native Baltimore.

The law firm of Gray Plant Mooty is pleased to announce that Inchan Hwang and Kate Nilan have been named 2013 Up & Coming Attorneys by Minnesota Lawyer.

Wingstop, the award-winning chicken wing chain with more than 580 locations has opened its third Milwaukee restaurant at 7335 West Good Hope Road.

Worldwide Express, the Dallas-based global package and freight shipping firm, announced today the successful sale of the company to a group of investors including a significant investment from the management team.

Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the ten largest hotel companies worldwide and a leading international hotel operator on the African continent, announces the Park Inn by Radisson Abuja Kaura in Nigeria.

LED Source®, the leading North American LED lighting solutions provider, will be hosting a free webinar to present their franchise opportunity on Wednesday, August 7th at 7:00pm ET.

Home Care Assistance, North America's leading provider of in-home care, proudly announces the release of its newest book, The Senior Sleep Solution: A Guide to Improving Sleep Later in Life.