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Pure Barre is offering students a third space in the midst of busy schedules with its new Student Unlimited Membership.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
LINE-X is having one of its strongest development years.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) announced today that Mary Barrineau and Pam Thompson, franchise owners of Spherion Charleston, have been named 2026 Franchisees of the Year by the International Franchise Association (IFA).
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Woofie’s latest franchise, Woofie’s of North Austin, will celebrate the launch of its premier mobile pet grooming, dog walking, and pet sitting services in the Austin and Cedar Park, Texas areas, at the Barktoberfest Festival on October 17th.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
HTeaO is continuing its commitment to supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month with the return of its annual October Round-Up campaign benefiting the Ryan Palmer Foundation Breast Cancer Initiative.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Moran Family of Brands has announced the winners of its 2026 Franchisee of the Year awards.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Potbelly announced today the opening of a new location in Franconia, at The Festival at Manchester Lakes.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
SYNERGY® HomeCare has announced its newest location in the greater Bay Area, SYNERGY HomeCare in Pleasant Hill.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
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Kevin Behan
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
HOTWORX® has launched its annual Workouts for Heroes campaign.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Drama Kids Franchise Owner Bridget Bateman Supports Make-A-Wish Event Raising More Than $1.2 Million
Drama Kids franchise owner Bridget Bateman recently continued her four-year commitment to supporting Make-A-Wish Central and Northern Florida's annual Wishmakers Ball as a Platinum Sponsor.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Cousins Subs® is excited to announce the return of its semi-annual Round Up Campaign benefiting the Make It Better Foundation.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Pancheros Mexican Grill is celebrating Davis Fresh-Mex as its 2026 Franchisee of the Year.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Bubbakoo's Burritos is opening its newest location in Wilmington, Delaware, on Friday, Oct. 2.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Something wicked has returned to Cold Stone Creamery®!
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Century 21 Real Estate LLC is fortifying its brand presence in the New York City metropolitan area.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
The Human Bean drive-thru is coming to town at 9681 W 191st St. beginning this Thursday, October 1st.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
Papa John's International, Inc. will release its third quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
BurgerFi is excited to announce the upcoming opening of its newest restaurant in Ypsilanti, Michigan.
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
SYNERGY® HomeCare has announced the opening of its first location in Idaho’s Treasure Valley, SYNERGY HomeCare in Boise.
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
Atomic Wings continued its national expansion in the third quarter, opening eight new restaurants across five states.
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
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Ashley Gundlach
October 1st, 2026 | TRENDING
British Swim School has officially opened a new location in Canyon County, its first location in the Boise area.
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
The Human Bean is spotlighting its experience-first approach to drive-thru service as evolving consumer expectations reshape what guests want from quick-service brands.
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
Proforma is proud to share that it was recently recognized as a 2026 Woman-Led Top Workplace.
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
Hot Head Burritos has promoted longtime company leader Peter Wiley to corporate vice president, chief marketing and chief technology officer.
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
Teriyaki Madness (TMAD) is bringing its craveable, made-to-order bowls stacked high with premium proteins to downtown Yonkers.
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
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Kendall Rawls
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
CarePatrol is reporting record performance across its franchise system as growing demand for senior care services continues to create opportunities for local business owners nationwide.
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
Fall flavors get an energizing twist starting today, as Savvy Sliders and 5-hour ENERGY® team up to introduce two limited-time-only creations.
September 30th, 2026
PVOLVE is continuing its growth with the opening of new studios in Granger, Indiana; Bel Air, Maryland; and San Francisco, California.
September 30th, 2026
Beth and Phillip Dow have been named recipients of the 2026 Franchisee of the Year Award by the International Franchise Association (IFA).
September 30th, 2026
El Pollo Loco today announced its planned entry into New York.
September 29th, 2026 | TRENDING
Batteries Plus is expanding its footprint in Central Florida with a four-store development deal in Lake County.
September 29th, 2026
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M. Scott Morris
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
Skiptown is officially entering Texas with the signing of a new five-unit franchise agreement covering the greater Austin area.
September 29th, 2026
Starbird is adding a new layer of flavor to its signature crispy chicken this fall with the launch of a new limited-time Honey Chili Crisp lineup.
September 29th, 2026
GreenLight Mobility announced today it has expanded into the northern suburbs of Chicago, signing a U.S. Navy veteran as its newest franchisee.
September 29th, 2026
SYNERGY® HomeCare has announced its newest location in the San Francisco Bay Area, SYNERGY HomeCare in San Rafael.
September 29th, 2026
Haven Hot Chicken is welcoming the cooler months with limited-time offerings beginning Oct. 1.
September 29th, 2026
Five Iron Golf today announced Five Iron Studio, a new smaller-footprint franchise model designed to extend the Five Iron experience into markets and real estate opportunities that may not support a traditional Five Iron venue.
September 29th, 2026
September 29th, 2026
ALEXIS LAUREN is building on strong momentum as it prepares to open its first Orlando location in Winter Park in October 2026.
September 29th, 2026
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Kevin Behan
September 30th, 2026 | TRENDING
Goldfish Swim School franchisee Alex Tyler of Tyler Ownership Group has been named a 2026 Franchisee of the Year by the International Franchise Association.
September 29th, 2026
For more than 50 years, Chili's® Grill & Bar has been the mainstay for first dates, post-game dinners, birthday celebrations and parking lot hangs.
September 29th, 2026
The iconic Pizza Hut red roof is popping up somewhere new this fall: your neighborhood.
September 29th, 2026
Always Best Care Senior Services has appointed Jason Shontz, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer.
September 29th, 2026
JunkStart has brought franchise veteran Bryan Cross on board as vice president of operations.
September 29th, 2026
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Ignite Visibility
September 29th, 2026 | TRENDING
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell PersonalizationMall.com and Things Remembered to PlanetArt, LLC.
September 29th, 2026
Auntie Anne's and Activate Games are teaming up to kick off National Pretzel Month as Activate celebrates the grand opening of its first Nevada location at Las Vegas Town Square on Saturday, Oct. 3.
September 29th, 2026

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