The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

Owners of three Scooter’s Coffee locations donated 100 percent of a day’s sales to a child with a rare disease to help with medical expenses that could possibly save her life.

Sustainable junk removal service The Junkluggers announced recently its partnership with equity investor Contractor Nation, North America's leading network of home services and home improvement contractors.

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) has awarded franchise agreements to Lloyd Hospitality and MWA LLC to develop new Cambria hotels in Kansas City, Missouri, and Indianapolis, respectively.

Slim Chickens will continue expansion of its offering of 100% all-natural, fresh chicken and unrivaled flavor with its grand reopening in Bloomington, Illinois on September 25, 2019.

RLH Corporation (NYSE:RLH) announced that it has entered into non-binding sale agreement for its Red Lion Hotel Anaheim for $23 million in gross proceeds.

Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced the company’s participation in the Wells Fargo Securities 2019 Consumer Conference & Beauty Forum in Dana Point, California.

Always Best Care Senior Services, one of the leading senior care franchise systems in the United States, announced today that it has opened its newest franchise in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Dog Haus, the craft casual concept known for its gourmet hot dogs, sausages, burgers and one-of-a-kind creations, is celebrating Oktoberfest with the return of its festive sausage – Oktoberwürst!

As National Fire Prevention Awareness Week approaches (October 6-12, 2019), renowned restoration company Paul Davis is supporting two events during October to support firefighters.

Radisson Hotel Group today announced the signing of Radisson Blu Hotel and Residence Aruba. Beachside Development Company N.V. and Radisson Hotel Group plan to open the newly constructed hotel in the Spring of 2020.

Clarion Pointe, franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), celebrates its one-year launch anniversary with new hotel openings and strong reviews from both developers and guests.

Goldfish Swim School Franchising, LLC, the premier learn-to-swim franchise has been recognized for multiple industry awards in the franchise space.

Cinnaholic continues to put a twist on the traditional with a new savory treat. The gourmet cinnamon roll bakery acclaimed for serving innovative cinnamon roll creations has launched its new Pizza Roll.

Wingstop announced an agreement with the brand’s largest partner, Wingstop Mexico, that expands the current development agreement and extends it to 2028.

iCRYO Cryotherapy, the leading Cryotherapy franchise in the United States, announced today it will be opening new locations in Bentonville and Fayetteville, Arkansas.

Tech repair brand uBreakiFix recently opened uBreakiFix Fresno on January 13 at 7029 North Ingram Avenue, Suite 101.

Fetch! Pet Care® is excited to announce it will be expanding the Fetch! brand in Florida as it adds three new franchise locations serving Plantation/Fort Lauderdale, Collier County and South Tampa.

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT) announced that Ellie Doty has been named senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Chili's® Grill & Bar.

Blink Fitness, the premium quality, affordable fitness brand is excited to announce the grand opening of its 11th Bronx location, in Bedford Park.

Since 1999, Workout Anytime has built a foundation on thinking big, keeping things simple and doing everything with integrity.

Jabz Boxing, the empowering female-only boxing studio that features full-body, circuit-style workouts using boxing inspired exercises, announced today its strategic expansion plan for the Philadelphia metro area.

Susan and Brian Graveno are pleased to announce the launch of their new senior- and family-focused business, Caring Transitions of Lehigh Valley.

One River, a company built to transform art education in America, has announced a new multi-school franchise partnership in Long Island, NY.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Place Atlanta/Centennial Park, the second Hyatt Place hotel in downtown Atlanta.

Chronic Tacos, a California-inspired Mexican grill, is giving away one free taco to all lunch customers in celebration of National Taco Day, October 4th.

Bolstered by millennials’ rapidly growing interest in camping, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts is on track for its 12th straight year of record sales as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.

Launch - a year-round, family and entertainment park co-founded by three-time Super Bowl champion and NFL Hall of Famer Ty Law - is coming to Dawsonville.

Just in time for fall, Panera is launching hearty, warm Grain Bowls featuring a medley of whole grains, crisp greens, vibrant vegetables and lean protein infused with bold, internationally-inspired flavors and sauces.

Crunch Fitness today announced the late-December 2019 opening of a 19,000 square-foot facility with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities in Queens, New York's Rochdale Village.

Blink Fitness (Blink), a premium-quality, affordable fitness brand with its unmistakable Mood Above Muscle® philosophy has other area fitness chains breaking a sweat.

Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. ("SHO," "our," "we," or the "Company") (NASDAQ: SHOS) today reported results for the quarter ended August 3, 2019.

Liberty Tax, Inc. today announced that its previously disclosed name change to Franchise Group, Inc. (the “Company”) has become effective.

Radisson Hospitality AB, part of Radisson Hotel Group, is pleased to announce the signing of three brand-new hotels, all arriving under its Radisson RED brand.

Scooter’s Coffee added a new location to the state of Arizona with the company’s debut store in Chino Valley on Highway 89 and West Center (78 State Hwy 89).

Paris Baguette has announced the lineup for its all-new fall menu, featuring a fresh batch of harvest themed treats, soups and salads.

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar will open the doors of its first Alabama restaurant and start serving its badass burgers to everyone in Huntsville on Monday, Sept. 23.

Fazoli’s - the brand known for serving up premium Italian recipes at a great value - recently held its 2019 National Brand Conference in Marco Island, Florida where it awarded its brand trailblazers for driving success.

Two years after entering the Sunflower State with its first restaurant in Topeka, KS Gyroville - a Mediterranean-inspired, build-your-own plate franchise -opened in Manhattan, KS last week.

Our famous limited-edition Autumn shakes menu is back by popular demand!

The mood toward fitness in Virginia Beach is about to get a lift.

For the ninth consecutive year, Brightway Insurance has been recognized by Florida Trend on its list of the 225 Biggest Private Companies based on revenue.

Delta Restoration Services®, a nationally recognized and award-winning franchise brand that provides restoration services to commercial and residential properties, is opening a new location in Lincoln.

Chicken Salad Chick, the nation's only southern inspired, fast casual chicken salad restaurant concept, announced today it will be expanding in South Carolina with its newest location in Spartanburg.

Mrs. Fields, the renowned dessert brand famous for warm, freshly baked cookies right out of the oven, has crafted a new limited time only cookie in time for fall – the Caramel Pecan Cookie.

Metal Supermarkets announced the winners of the sixth “Metal My Way” contest which showcased creative and innovative metal projects built across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

Newly designated as a Corporate store and franchisee training headquarters, Woody’s Bar-B-Q of Ponte Vedra has been making some exciting changes lately for the benefit of its patrons and the community.

Join us Sunday, September 29, at participating BIGGBY® COFFEE locations throughout the nation to help us celebrate National Coffee Day!

CruiseOne®/Dream Vacations recently recognized its top-producing travel agency franchise owners who are members of the home-based network’s prestigious “Circle of Excellence”.

MaidPro has ranked 24th on Entrepreneur’s 2019 Any-Budget Franchise List of the top 50 franchises with startup costs less than $100,000.

Washington DC-based Northridge Capital, Owner and Co-Developer, is pleased to announce the opening of the W Aspen & The Sky Residences at W Aspen.

Valpak, a leader in local print and digital coupons, announced today that Michael Mantik has acquired Valpak of Chippewa Valley.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, has named Maria Landaeta as its lead creative graphic designer.

I Heart Mac & Cheese announced the sale of its Tallahassee, Florida corporate store to franchise group Fidelity Enterprises LLC.

Generation Next Franchise Brands, Inc. (OTCQB: VEND) updated its projection for the current fiscal year revenue.

Medifast held its first Healthy Habits For All Week, a week of service dedicated to advancing its mission of offering the world Lifelong Transformation, One Healthy Habit at a Time®.

The Joint Corp. announced it will present at the 5th Annual B. Riley FBR Consumer & Media Conference on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at the Sofitel Hotel in New York City.