The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

El Pollo Loco, Inc. announced today the signing of a multi-unit development deal for four restaurants in metro Seattle, particularly across Pierce County and south King County.

ManageMowed announced today the signing of a new franchise agreement with a local entrepreneur that will serve businesses and commercial properties in the Henrico, and Chesterfield counties.

Ellie Mental Health announces today it's signed the 400th Ellie Mental Health location.

Blaze Pizza, today announced its Back to School campaign to celebrate students and teachers returning to school.

Staunchly patriotic, in addition to boasting Americana décor, many Woody’s restaurants extend discounts to active members of the U.S. military.

As the summer days begin to cool off and make way for fall, Romano’s Macaroni Grill® invites guests to feel the heat with three zesty Buffalo-inspired takes on classic Italian fare.

UFC GYM®, the first major brand extension of UFC®, and UFC FIT® have announced that its annual "Ultimate Fitness Challenge," will test strength, power and endurance from members across the globe.

Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake Pizza is thrilled to announce the return of the Triple Pepp Pizza nationwide starting today.

Wingstop (NASDAQ: WING) is questioning consumers' current chicken sandwich tastes and calling for a breakup.

Apóla Greek Grill is commemorating its five-year anniversary and National Gyro Day altogether for one big fat Greek celebration on Sept. 1!

Del Taco is launching a multi-faceted brand initiative under the umbrella of Del Taco Better Mex™.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today the affiliation of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reserve Agents based in Fairfax, Va.

At Baskin-Robbins®, we seize the yay every day, but especially on the 31st of the month.

Basecamp Fitness, an emerging fitness franchise concept, announced the signing of franchise development agreements to bring seven units to Boston, Kansas City and Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Mark Stone announced today, he has taken the next step in his entrepreneurial career by opening CENTURY 21 Ur Home Real Estate.

FirstLight Home Care of Greater Charlotte has announced it is now a Positive Approach® to Care (PAC) designated organization.

Panera Bread begins testing AI technology in drive-thru lanes with an aim to improve and enhance the guest experience. With support from OpenCity, select Panera bakery-cafes in the greater Rochester, NY.

PrideStaff is pleased to announce that their Tampa (West) office won the Silver Award in the Tampa Bay Times’ 2022 Best of the Best in the Employment Staffing category.

Office Evolution® is excited to announce the opening of its new location in Matawan, New Jersey the first week of July.

Pokemoto, Muscle Maker, Inc.’s announced the grand opening of a new company owned Pokemoto in Orange Park, FL.

One of the busiest times of year at many Jellystone Park locations are the weeks leading up to Halloween.

Chicken Salad Chick announced today the opening of its newest Houston-area restaurant at 5310 Weslayan St. in West University Place.

Ledo Pizza is proud to announce that they will be a proud sponsor of the Naval Academy Athletics Association.

Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café announced a multi-unit deal that will bring four stores to Minnesota, specifically the Minneapolis and St. Paul areas.

Fayetteville is about to have a new go-to destination for game day when Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux® makes its debut on Tuesday, Sept. 6!

O’Charley’s Restaurant + Bar is proud to announce a special school supply drive for the victims of the recent flooding in Eastern Kentucky as well as a Teacher Appreciation Week later in August.

Cyberbacker is thrilled to announce that as of August 1, 2022, the brand is able to provide overworked business owners in 49 industries with highly-qualified and trained virtual assistants.

Dave’s Hot Chicken announced today it has inked a franchise agreement with Jiger Patel and Pranav Desai to open locations throughout the Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.

With summer coming to an end, there is no better way to host one last backyard barbecue cookout for Labor Day- and avoid the cooking and clean up afterwards - than with the menu at Dickey’s Barbecue Pit.

PetWellClinic, a walk-in wellness clinic offering high-quality, convenient, and affordable veterinary care for cats and dogs, announced today that it has opened its second New Jersey location.

Golden Chick is now extending its delicious Wicked Wings across restaurants.

Cousins Subs® announced today the return of the Cubano sub, as well as the addition of a Roast Pork sub and Blue Jazzberry shake to its menu for a limited time only.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers announced it has named Brian Wise as Chief Operating Officer and Jerry Kunz as Vice President of Finance.

Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream is highlighting the two classic pizzas this September!

Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) announced today that the Johnson City office is now under the leadership of existing Spherion franchisee Molly Gaffney-Keebler and her husband, Joe Keebler.

Honest Abe Roofing has announced signed franchise agreements to bring new locations to Atlanta and Macon, GA.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today the affiliation of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Tiger Town based in Baton Rouge, La., which expands the brand’s presence in the state.

Slim Chickens, a leading fast casual franchise, which features dine-in and drive-thru service in the better-chicken segment, announced today its new restaurant opening at 518 N Tyndall Pkwy. in Callaway.

Scooter’s Coffee, LLC is continuing its effort to grow its presence throughout the United States by bringing its world-class drive-thru coffee locations in Tennessee.

Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its amazingly fast drive-thru, specialty coffee, and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new location at 3225 East Market Street in Logansport, Indiana.

Sky Zone, creator of the world's first indoor trampoline park and leader in the indoor active entertainment industry, today announced Alejandro and Anay Gonzalez will open a new park in Henderson, Nev.

Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its amazingly fast drive-thru, specialty coffee, and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new location at 1632 W Mason Street in Green Bay, Wisconsin

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill® recently opened a new location at 8233 Byron Center Ave SW.

Little Caesars, the Official Pizza Sponsor of the NFL, is pulling out all the stops by partnering with Super Bowl-winning quarterback Matthew Stafford.

Speed Queen, the global leader in laundromat equipment, announces the first Speed Queen Laundromat franchise in South Carolina is set to open in Greenville.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces the opening of Hyatt Place Nanchong Gaoping.

As we prepare to embark on a new school year, it’s essential to consider not only developing reading, writing, and math skills but also fostering a child’s independence skills.

Hooters announced it has inked deals to celebrate collegiate offensive linemen across the country and partner with the often-unheralded leaders of the gridiron through name, image and likeness (NIL) deals.

Scooter’s Coffee, best known for its amazingly fast drive-thru, specialty coffee, and baked-from-scratch pastries, added a new location at 715 East Maple Street in Centerville, Iowa

Transblue®, a leading construction and project management company, is opening its newest location in Scottsdale on September 5th.

Romacorp, Inc., the parent company of Tony Roma’s®, announced that it has opened its newest Tony Roma’s location in Durham, NC.

QC Kinetix recently opened in New Haven with more clinics in the works.

Excel Fitness, a franchisee of Planet Fitness, announced its acquisition of 14 Planet Fitness locations in the Hampton Roads region of Eastern Virginia from the KSMA group.

Infusing innovation into a legacy industry, Metal Supermarkets arrives in North Phoenix as a refreshing customer-oriented disruptive force in metal distribution.

Shaquille O’Neal owned Big Chicken announced that it has appointed a trio of executives to its leadership team.

Wing It On! announced today that it will sponsor The Susie Open, a golf outing hosted by The Susie Foundation, for the second consecutive year.

Caribou Coffee is inviting pumpkin-loving guests and beyond to enjoy the highly anticipated return of its fall menu.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Grand Hyatt Gurgaon in Delhi NCR.