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Realty ONE Group International posted record-setting growth in the first Quarter of 2020, signing 25 new franchises to ten-year agreements – six of those in the last four days of March.

“America’s Neighborhood Screen Stores” will now “steer” Boerne residents in the right direction through affordable and convenient home improvement.

It all started with a thousand kids talking online to Jay Weinberg, the drummer of Slipknot. Then came live access to Frank Zummo from Sum 41.

Little Caesars, the global family-owned pizza chain that recently announced contactless delivery and carry-out, will donate and deliver a million pizzas to healthcare workers and first responders across the country over the coming weeks.

On Monday, March 30, Morstead and Main Squeeze delivered 1,400 immune-boosting shots to the frontline staff at eight different medical and health facilities throughout New Orleans and Baton Rouge.

Nathan’s Famous, Inc. today announces an overhaul of its technology resources aimed at aiding franchisees in everything from daily operations to online ordering and driving customer loyalty.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) will release 2020 first quarter results prior to the market open on Tuesday, April 21, 2020.

Restaurant Brands International Inc Unlimited Liability Company and New Red Finance, Inc. announced that the Issuers priced an offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 5.75% First Lien Senior Secured Notes.

Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ) and its nationwide system of franchisees are banding together during this unprecedented crisis to do something we already do well every day - feeding people pizza.

Our purpose at Hyatt – we care for people so they can be their best – is guiding our decisions as we support you and your future travel with us.

PrideStaff is proud to partner with essential businesses, helping to secure the talent they need during these challenging times.

GNC Holdings, Inc. announced that as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company has had to make some difficult decisions in order to protect the long-term prospects for the business.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit donated 100,000 free sandwiches to grocery store employees, first responders and medical workers serving on the front line in Arizona earlier this week.

Spherion, the leading U.S. recruiting and staffing company with localized roots set in every community where it operates, is set to host a webinar on Thursday, April 9 from 12 p.m. ET to 1 p.m. ET.

For those who missed the 2020 Franchise Investment Conference (FIC), Franchise Times has made the event’s presentations available for anyone to stream.

As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves, Canadian Tire Corporation (TSX:CTC, TSX:CTC.a) (CTC) continues to meet the heightened needs of Canadians and communities across the nation.

Red Lion Hotels Corporation announced a series of organizational changes and cost cutting measures including changes to senior management, a reduction in force and the closing of the Company’s Spokane office.

TREND Group & RockSolid Granit North America (RSG), along with their manufacturing partner E-Stone USA Corporation introduce their antimicrobial blended etherium™ by E-Stone.

Beginning with its introduction of plate lunches and Hawaiian Comfort Food to the mainland and beyond, L & L Hawaiian Barbecue has taken its role as an “Ambassador of Aloha” very seriously.

Radisson Hotel Group continues to expand in China’s most dynamic destinations with the signing of its inaugural property in Nanjing.

With the onslaught of COVID-19, Razzamataz made the difficult decision to close all schools but not close classes or opportunities for their thousands of students.

Batteries Plus Bulbs, a retailer of batteries, bulbs and cell phone repair services, has been helping to ensure that businesses can serve their customers and healthcare providers can care for patients.

Coverall and its Franchise Business Owners are committed to taking steps to inform you of the protocols taken to help reduce the spread of this virus.

One impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a recommendation that seniors need to avoid public groups.

Due to the circumstances related to the COVID-19 epidemic and in the context of the French government’s decision of 29 February 2020 related to public gatherings in France we have previously announced the postponement of the event from 24 to...

In an effort to help everyone Keep Playing!® while families are sheltering at home, TGA will be sharing online sports content and lessons designed for at-home use and school engagement with virtual classes.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, known for slow smoked Texas barbecue, is now offering a new lineup of daily deals available for barbecue fans to enjoy throughout the week.

City Wide, the nation’s leading management company in the building maintenance industry, hosted its 17th annual franchise convention and awards ceremony at the Hilton Nashville Downtown from February 23-25.

It’s about time these heroes got a free lunch (or dinner). That’s why Teriyaki Madness has introduced a pay-it-forward campaign, through which everyday people can help provide free meals to healthcare workers.

Monster Tree Service, the nation’s first and fastest-growing tree service franchise, is expanding in Florida.

Del Taco Restaurants, Inc. today provided a business update related to the impact of COVID-19.

Cruise Planners, the nation’s largest network of home-based travel advisors, believes in the healing power of travel so much so that the company is encouraging travelers to participate in a Facebook photo contest “For the Love of...

Tim and Carrie Chapman, the local owners and operators of Pet Wants Minneapolis, have earned Pet Wants’ national President’s Award of Excellence, both for their business growth and their role in growing the brand across the nation.

Giant Tiger Stores Limited (GTSL) is temporarily increasing the hourly wages of its store, distribution centre, and trucking employees by $2.00/hour for hours worked, retroactive to March 8, 2020.

For those who need to take the guesswork out of mealtime, Pizza Hut is open and serving up its best delivery deal to meet the changing needs of its customers: a large, three-topping pizza for just $9.99.

Creative Colors International, the nation’s leading on-site repair and restoration franchise, announced it is using a Sanitizer and Disinfectant with approved EPA chemicals that can kill germs, viruses, bacteria, mold and mildew.

Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's All Suites portfolio, opened on Friday March 27th, its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Clovis Fresno Airport.

As iBuyers like Zillow and Opendoor have suspended home buying for the foreseeable future, HomeVestors, the original and only We Buy Ugly Houses® company, is continuing to purchase homes through virtual consultations.

The 2020 REAL Trends 500 survey revealed that RE/MAX agents at participating brokerages outsold competing agents, on average, by more than 2-to-1* last year.

Juice It Up!, one of the nation’s leading handcrafted smoothie, raw juice, and super fruit bowl chains, has teamed up with longtime partner Sambazon® for the fifth annual April Açaí Month to offer fans a delicious new...

FranConnect surveyed 233 executives of franchise brands to quantify the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the franchising industry.

In response to these unprecedented times, Oklahoma-based Coolgreens is staying committed to its mission to “fuel healthy communities with fresh food” by announcing its “Salads of Hope” initiative.

Conserva Irrigation, the only national outdoor irrigation company founded on the concept of water conservation, announced today the completion of its 2nd CareerTech Academy.

CarePatrol, the nation’s largest senior placement organization, is partnering with healthcare providers to counsel families on options for moving loved ones to safer environments in order to make room for COVID-19 patients.

April is National Home Inspection month, and this year the industry is seeing shifts in ways home inspections are conducted.

Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE: CMG) today announced it is thanking healthcare heroes with free burrito boxes for healthcare facilities to celebrate April 2's National Burrito Day.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: RRGB) (“Red Robin” or the “Company”) today announced several measures it is taking in response to the escalating COVID-19 pandemic.

Interim HealthCare Inc. issued a statement commending the United States Department of Homeland Security’s decision to recognize the home care industry as “essential” to minimizing the spread of COVID-19.

Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the largest pizza company in the world based on global retail sales, announced today that its 2020 Annual Meeting of Shareholders will be held in a virtual meeting format only.

The Entrepreneur’s Source® (TES), North America’s leading career transition coaching franchise, celebrated the company’s 35th anniversary in 2019 with systemwide growth.

Century 21 Real Estate LLC announced that Kristi Fox Satsky of Century 21 Beal in College Station, Texas is the latest member to be inducted into the coveted Century 21® Dick Loughlin International Hall of Fame (IHOF).

iTrip Vacations has expanded their short-term property management program in Connecticut.

Spherion, the leading U.S. recruiting and staffing company with localized roots set in every community where it operates, announced today the opening of a new office in Raleigh.

United Country Real Estate raised $24,000 for the Carrington Charitable Foundation during a live auction event at their annual Training and Awards Convention March 13.

Deemed an essential business by the Department of Homeland Security, RaceTrac stores across the South will remain open during the COVID-19 crisis providing fuel and food options for people still on the go.

House Medic, the trusted source for handyman services, home repair and home improvement, announced today the opening of a new location in North Royalton.

Scenthound, a growing franchise in the evolving grooming industry, is one of over 250 brands adapting as they are set to showcase the franchise at The Great American Virtual Franchise Expo on March 31st.

Dream Vacations, CruiseOne® and Cruises Inc.® Chief Operating Officer Debbie Fiorino was recently named an Influential Business Woman by South Florida Business Journal.

Declared an Essential Health Service as a Home Health Agency, Senior Helpers® today announced its location in Riverview, Florida, plans to bolster its corps of caregivers to support local seniors and their families.

Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken has signed a five unit deal with franchisees Dr. Parker Simon and his partner Bradley Turney to expand “The Best Dang” fast casual concept to Tulsa, Oklahoma.

7-Eleven, Inc. has donated 1 million masks to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to aid the medical community who are tirelessly battling the coronavirus pandemic.

OXXO Care Cleaners®, the leading environmentally-friendly garment cleaning franchise, today promoted the timeliness of its recent adoption of ozone and ultraviolet (UV) light treatment for clothes cleaning.

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving® is continuing to keep its trucks on the road, providing valuable service to those in need during this challenging time.

AlignLife clinics across the nation have implemented stringent health protocols to ensure all AlignLife clinics are among the safest healthcare resources available in the communities it serves.

Regis Corporation (NYSE: RGS) announced it has taken additional actions to mitigate the effect of the COVID-19 national emergency on its business operations.