The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

I Heart Mac & Cheese, a fast-casual concept specializing in customizable, made-to-order macaroni and cheese bowls, and grilled cheese sandwiches, will celebrate the opening of its Tallahassee location on Thursday, August 15 at 11 AM.

Childrens Lighthouse Learning Centers(SM), widely recognized as the leading values-based, early-education provider in the United States, announced today a national partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®.

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa was recently named a top franchise by Franchise Business Review in its 2019 Top Franchises for Women Report.

Window World, America’s largest replacement window and exterior remodeling company, welcomes veterans interested in starting a career at a Window World franchise location.

Days Inns Canada is marking the occasion with the “Last Drop of Summer Giveaway”! From now through August 16, social media fans and followers can enter for the chance to win one of five prizes.

Senior Helpers®, the nation’s premier provider of in-home senior care, today announced its support of six local Wilmington Rock Steady Boxing coaches to attend the organization’s national conference from September 4 – 6, 2019.

KKP, a franchise concept that serves the multi-billion-dollar market for marketing, print and graphics services, today announced a new franchise member in the Oakville market.

Rich Mitchell, Owner of ProMediaAspire, has secured a $6 million contract with a nuclear power company across 13 of their nuclear generation stations.

The Country’s Best Yogurt (TCBY), the world’s original frozen yogurt brand, is celebrating 38 years of business on Tuesday, August 13 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. by offering its fans Buy One, Get One for only 38 cents*.

Magnetite (Australia) has been recognised at the Australian Business Awards 2019 as the winner in the Service Excellence category for their Exceeding Customer Expectation of Comfort initiative.

Firehouse Subs announces the grand opening of its first location in Burlington, Ontario at 2301 Appleby Line on Monday, August 6, under the ownership of Franchisees Steve and Olimpia Panella.

To help make the transition from a child to a parent’s caregiver smoother, Interim HealthCare Inc., a leading national franchisor of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing, offers four ways to deal with the role reversal.

Wendy’s commemorates the 2 million Twitter likes that brought back Spicy Chicken Nuggets by giving away 2 million spicy nuggets with DoorDash from August 12 through 19.

Hooters is switching things up by making its weekly All You Can Eat Wings for $15.99 offer into an Everyday occasion, starting now through Monday, September 9!

Mac & Cheese is now available nationwide as a side option with any lunch, dinner, Kid's Meal or catering order at Chick-fil-A. Participating restaurants across the country will also begin offering Frosted Caramel Coffee, a new seasonal, sweet...

Domino's Pizza (NYSE: DPZ) announces the following event: Domino's Investor Open House

To kick off a stylish and successful school year, Sport Clips Haircuts is kicking off its annual “Head of the Class” promotion.

Realty ONE Group is hosting its brokers and leaders from around the world this week at the 2019 Base Camp Leadership Retreat. The event is being held at the exclusive Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point, CA, Aug. 11-14.

Tijuana Flats is clearing more than $1 million in medical debt for more than 1,000 individuals and families in the greater Orlando area - where the Tex-Mex chain is based.

Summer’s most anticipated hotel and destination is finally open as Taco Bell® debuts its spiciest limited time offer - The Bell: A Taco Bell Hotel and Resort.

Hotel Indigo® Milan – Corso Monforte, is centrally located close to the notable fashion district - the perfect location for those looking to explore one of the world’s fashion capitals.

MADabolic is bulking up its program presence nationwide with the announcement of a new franchise development initiative.

Global apparel retailer Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced that it has signed a 90 Megawatt (MW) virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) for the Aurora Wind Project with Enel Green Power North America.

Ramada® by Wyndham continues to grow its footprint in India with the recent addition of four openings so far this year and plans to open three additional hotels by 2020 in key destinations such as Thiruvananthapuram and Aligarh.

Global Franchise Group® (GFG) is poised for fast-paced growth with the promotion of Jenn Johnston to Chief Brand Officer and President of Franchise Operations and the addition of restaurant industry veteran Jim Parrish to Chief Operating Officer.

Nathan's Famous, Inc. (“Nathan’s”, the “Company”, “we”, “us” or “our”) (NASDAQ:NATH) today reported results for its first fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2019.

MADabolic is redefining fitness in Washington D.C. with a new gym opening on July 29, located at 701 2nd St NE, near Giant and the Beer Cellar.

IDEA Lab Kids, the fast-growing educational franchise company, announced that it has been named an honoree in the 2019 Innovation Awards by Houston Business Journal.

PrideStaff, a national, franchised staffing organization, is pleased to announce that they were ranked number 78 on Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2019 Largest Staffing Firms in the United States.

Brinker International, Inc. (NYSE: EAT), a leader in the casual dining industry, will host an investor day on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019 in Dallas, beginning at 9 a.m. CT.

The Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) board of directors declared today a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.95 per share payable September 10, 2019 to shareholders of record on August 20, 2019.

Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a leading omnichannel provider of lease-purchase solutions, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.035 per share.

Donna Sherer and her husband, Kevin, are looking forward to helping other families overcome those kinds of challenges with their new business, Caring Transitions of Upstate SC.

Soccer Shots was recently named a top franchise by Franchise Business Review in its 2019 reports on Top Franchises for Women and Top Service Franchises.

Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that its board of directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of 48 cents per share of common stock.

Recognized with three Awards of Distinction for work created on behalf of its long-term client - Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies - the digital marketing agency shows no signs of slowing.

City Wide, the nation’s largest management company in the building maintenance industry, announced the opening of its first Canada-based office.

Radisson Hotel Group today announced the signing of a new upscale Radisson property in Thailand, located on Phuket’s sunset coast, in partnership with Thai-Chinese Property Holdings.

goeasy Ltd. (TSX: GSY), (“goeasy” or the “Company”), a leading full-service provider of goods and alternative financial services, announced its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2019.

Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc. ("Fiesta" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: FRGI), parent company of the Pollo Tropical® and Taco Cabana® restaurant brands, today reported results for the 13-week second quarter 2019, which ended on June 30, 2019.

MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes, a fast casual, “better burger” chain, has partnered with KidZania USA, an interactive city for kids ages 4-14, to be one of the featured restaurant experiences in KidZania’s first North America...

Generation Next Franchise Brands (OTC.BB - VEND) announced several moves which support the Company’s objectives to increase cash flow, raise capital, and increase its Reis & Irvy’s kiosk production.

Hammers were swung and records were smashed as 369 franchisees and corporate team members from the nation's leading property maintenance, repair and improvement franchise, Mr. Handyman came together to break a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title.

More than half of working caregivers feel they have to compromise within their careers to care for aging parents, according to a new survey by Home Instead. Inc., franchisor of the Home Instead Senior Care® network.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Shenzhen Yantian in the east Guangdong Province, China.

Pie Five Pizza recently signed a deal to partner with KidZania, the leading global brand of interactive education and entertainment centers for children.

The beginning of a new school year is right around the corner, and Fully Promoted offers a complete line of promotional products and customized apparel that will elevate school spirit and have students cheering!

Jack in the Box Inc. (NASDAQ: JACK) today reported financial results for the third quarter ended July 7, 2019.

Rent-A-Center, Inc. (the "Company" or "Rent-A-Center") (NASDAQ/NGS: RCII) today announced results for the quarter ended June 30, 2019.

SuperGreen Solutions® is proud to welcome Dylan Hoffman of Chicago, Illinois as the newest franchisee to join its network.

Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative announced it is officially a Trustee member of the Coral Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Liberty Tax, Inc. today announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Liberty Tax will acquire The Vitamin Shoppe in an all cash transaction valued at approximately $208 million.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) announced today that it's testing a new Queso Blanco in 52 restaurants across Dallas, Detroit and San Diego for a limited time.

La Madeleine French Bakery & Café introduces catering menu with new breakfast, snack and salade recipes.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA today announced that it has acquired Cognitran Limited (“Cognitran”) for approximately $31 million in cash.

After 30 plus years in a corporate job, Darrick Finan decided to, as he said “do my own thing”. His thing, was becoming an independent business owner, and Meineke was his franchise choice.

H&R Block, Inc. (NYSE: HRB) will report fiscal 2020 first quarter results on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 after the New York Stock Exchange market close.

Choice Privileges, the award-winning loyalty program from Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), has once again been honored by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Hotel Rewards Programs for 2019-20.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today that Vogler Feigen Realty, one of Riverside County’s top companies with the leading market share in Hemet, Calif., has affiliated with the brand.

As a part of Mayweather Boxing + Fitness’ country-wide franchise expansion, the brand announced the signing of a 10-unit franchise deal in Sacramento, California, with the first location expected to open in Roseville in early 2020.