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Pagoda Realty ERA Powered, headquartered in West Lawn, today announced a strategic partnership with York-based Lime House Real Estate.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Fix Auto USA is proud to recognize Fix Auto Washington for its participation in the 8th Annual Hoodfest Car Show, held October 10 at Dixie Technical College in St. George, Utah.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Byrider is advancing its franchise development strategy with an increased focus on new car dealer ownership groups.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Kari Kasun McCauslin was 16 when she started her first job at Robeks.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
MilkShake Factory is giving chocolate lovers two new reasons to indulge.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® has earned a spot on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
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Kevin Behan
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
GYMGUYZ has officially launched its Northern Virginia-area location.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
The ‘Ber months are here and MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes is officially calling it ‘BER-ger season.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Planet Fitness was recognized as the top-ranked fitness franchise and No. 22 franchise overall on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 this month.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
The Beef 'O' Brady's franchise team in Chipley, Florida, earned the Highest Opening Week Sales Award at the 2026 FSC Franchise Conference.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Hungry Howie's is continuing its national expansion with seven new restaurant openings.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
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M. Scott Morris
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Hot off the grill news: Wendy's® is putting a square deal on the table.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Papa Johns Canada is summoning a familiar face this Halloween, bringing back its Jack-o’-Lantern Pizza for a limited time.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Domino's Pizza Inc. is once again partnering with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital® to help give children facing cancer and other life-threatening diseases more time.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
The Kolache Factory is giving customers what they asked for.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Paris Baguette and franchise owner Max Cangelosi are proud to announce the opening of the newest bakery café at 1250 N. Meacham Road, Schaumburg, IL, on Sep. 17.
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
ProSource Wholesale has opened ProSource of Wilmington.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Crunch Fitness today announced the upcoming opening of Crunch San Antonio Goliad Rd. in San Antonio, Texas.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
TGI Fridays, where the world goes to celebrate, brought together eight of the brand's best bartenders from across the world to compete in the 29th World Bartender Championship (WBC).
October 16th, 2026
Captain D's is building momentum for international growth as interest from prospective franchise partners expands across Europe.
October 16th, 2026
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Kevin Behan
October 19th, 2026 | TRENDING
Clean Eatz has once again earned a place on the Franchise Times Top 400.
October 16th, 2026
Newk's Eatery has earned the No. 244 spot on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 list.
October 16th, 2026
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Kevin Behan
October 18th, 2026 | TRENDING
AtWork® has named Sarah Goehring, Vice President of Franchise Development.
October 16th, 2026
A new chapter in Perkins history begins Oct. 19, when Perkins Griddle & Go opens its first U.S. location in Flemington, New Jersey.
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Jeremiah's Italian Ice has been named to the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400, ranking No. 375 among the largest U.S.-based franchise systems.
October 16th, 2026
Wetzel’s Pretzels (Wetzel’s) is expanding its Massachusetts footprint with a new bakery inside the Supercenter Walmart in Worcester.
October 16th, 2026
Beginning Thursday, Oct. 15, Teriyaki Madness (TMAD) is teaming up with Zipline to fly orders straight to customers across the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and Houston later this year.
October 16th, 2026
Venture X® announced today that it will be expanding its footprint in Virginia with the opening of a new location in Stafford.
October 16th, 2026
After a decade in franchising, Structural Elements® is focused on finding the experienced, multi-unit investors who will carry the orthopedic wellness brand into its next stage of growth.
October 16th, 2026
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John DiJulius
October 17th, 2026 | TRENDING
Starbird is bringing its Positively Delicious Chicken® to the Midwest with plans to open its first Chicago-area restaurant in St. Charles, Illinois.
October 15th, 2026
Engineering For Kids has introduced its new “B.O.L.D.” framework, which aims to articulate the engineering process in an easily understandable way for referral partners, parents, and children alike.
October 15th, 2026
Farmer Boys® is giving guests a reason to make mealtime the bright spot in a busy day with a new lineup packed with bold flavors, hearty portions and made-to-order favorites worth looking forward to.
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
Proforma is excited to share that its 2026 Energize event series has wrapped up an engaging three-city tour.
October 15th, 2026
SOLENVIA Caregivers has awarded three territories covering Fairfield County, Conn., to new franchisees Karen Lindstrom and Gordon Hurlbert.
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
Pet Butler is proud to announce that franchise owner Coby Hough has renewed his franchise agreement, extending his partnership with the brand for another 10 years.
October 15th, 2026
Continuing a year of rapid franchise growth, RNR Tire Express has signed an agreement to open a new location in Jamestown, New York.
October 15th, 2026
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Mathnasium
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
VIO Med Spa is entering Arizona with two signed franchise agreements in the Phoenix metro area.
October 15th, 2026 | TRENDING
1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. today announced that the Company will release financial results for its fiscal 2027 first quarter on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
October 15th, 2026
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. today announced it will release financial results for its fiscal third quarter 2026 on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.
October 15th, 2026
Slick City Action Park today announced the opening of its 50th park located in Milford, Massachusetts.
October 15th, 2026
Brinker International, Inc. has scheduled its earnings conference call at 11 a.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, October 28, 2026
October 15th, 2026
Slutty Vegan has named Destiny Correa its first-ever operating franchisee.
October 15th, 2026
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is continuing its expansion in South Texas with a new location in McAllen opening on Tuesday, October 27.
October 14th, 2026
The Golf Crypt today announced it will open its new location at 33334 U.S. 19, Palm Harbor, Fla. 34684.
October 14th, 2026
Tahini’s is accelerating its franchise growth with plans to open 30 new restaurants across Canada and the United States over the next two years.
October 14th, 2026
Juice It Up! has officially entered Utah with the opening of a new Herriman location.
October 14th, 2026
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Taylor Suman
October 16th, 2026 | TRENDING
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. is introducing the new, limited-time Prime Rib Stack Burger, a meat-on-meat masterpiece for guests looking for a premium burger experience.
October 14th, 2026
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