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Fresh and up to date franchise industry news from more than 1,000 franchise businesses and service providers. Featuring franchise expansions, financial reports, mergers & acquisitions, personnel changes, conferences, product announcements, media coverage, strategic alliances and specials.
MilkShake Factory is opening its newest location in Scottsdale, Arizona.
May 20th, 2026
All-American chain Fatburger, owned by FAT Brands, is continuing its growth across Florida with the official opening of a new location in Rockledge.
May 20th, 2026
Lee’s Famous Recipe® Chicken is excited to open the doors to a new restaurant on Sunday, May 24.
May 20th, 2026
The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) ("Wendy's" or the "Company") today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Robert D. "Bob" Wright as Wendy's President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 21, 2026.
May 20th, 2026
Take 5 Oil Change announced today the grand opening of its second Richardson shop.
May 20th, 2026
Heart to Home Meals USA has signed its fourth U.S. franchise agreement.
May 20th, 2026
Discover Strength is celebrating its 20th anniversary on May 22.
May 20th, 2026
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. (NASDAQ: RRGB) ("Red Robin" or the "Company") today reported financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended April 19, 2026.
May 20th, 2026
East Coast Wings + Grill(“ECW+G”) today unveils the three finalists in their Fan Flavor Showdown.
May 20th, 2026
Wetzel’s Pretzels (Wetzel’s) is opening a new bakery in Mishawaka, located inside the University Park Mall.
May 20th, 2026
Batteries Plus continues to invest in franchise development with two key leadership appointments.
May 20th, 2026
Nick the Greek is now open in Clairemont, marking the brand’s fourth restaurant in San Diego and 100th location systemwide.
May 19th, 2026
The Lash Lounge is setting a new industry standard with the launch of “Purple Light,” an innovative light-cured lash extension system.
May 19th, 2026
Project LeanNation has officially surpassed 100 locations.
May 19th, 2026
Gong cha is leveling up in a big way with the launch of its new EnerTeas™.
May 19th, 2026
SYNERGY® HomeCare has announced new ownership of its award-winning, New Haven County-based location, SYNERGY HomeCare in East Haven.
May 19th, 2026
For generations, Father’s Day gifts have followed a familiar formula: grilling tools, golf balls, neckties and “World’s Best Dad” coffee mugs.
May 19th, 2026
MilkShake Factory is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with the launch of its new American Classics Menu.
May 19th, 2026
New York Butcher Shoppe is making strides in their franchise development goals for 2026.
May 19th, 2026
British Swim School has officially opened a new location in North Tucson at the Hampton Inn in Marana.
May 18th, 2026
The Golf Crypt today announced it will celebrate the grand opening of its new location in Port St. Lucie, Fla.
May 18th, 2026
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June 25th, 2026
SYNERGY® HomeCare has announced its newest location in Chicago’s southwest suburbs, SYNERGY HomeCare in Plainfield.
May 18th, 2026
4Ever Young announced today a signed development agreement that will bring the concept to the greater Dallas area
May 18th, 2026
Philly’s Best Cheesesteaks® is kicking off the season with “A Sharper Summer”.
May 18th, 2026
Atomic Wings is bringing even more craveability to the menu with the launch of its new Meltdown Queso.
May 18th, 2026
redbox+ Dumpsters is undergoing a transfer in ownership of one of its North Carolina franchise locations.
May 18th, 2026
Clear Pest Pros is opening a new franchise location in Pensacola, Florida.
May 18th, 2026
VIO Med Spa is accelerating its U.S. expansion with 10 new franchise agreements signed so far in 2026.
May 18th, 2026
N-Hance is opening a new franchise location in Livonia, Michigan.
May 18th, 2026
Domino's is gearing up for soccer's biggest games this summer, in more ways than one: with free Emergency Pizzas and exclusive merchandise!
May 18th, 2026
PJ’s Coffee will welcome its newest Maryland shop on May 15.
May 15th, 2026
BIGGBY® COFFEE is turning up the fun this spring with its first-ever family film collaboration featuring “The Sheep Detectives”.
May 15th, 2026
Venture X® has expanded its footprint into the Tampa Bay Area with the opening of a new location in Westshore.
May 15th, 2026
As Memorial Day celebrations near, Potbelly is helping its neighbors bring in the unofficial start of summer.
May 15th, 2026
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June 25th, 2026
Paris Baguette is growing quickly in North America.
May 15th, 2026
Wendy’s® Canada is bringing fresh summer flavours to menus nationwide with the launch of its new Strawberry Salad and new beverages, like Watermelon Lemonade, giving Canadians fresh new menu items to enjoy this season.
May 15th, 2026
British Swim School has officially opened a new location in the North Metro Minneapolis area.
May 15th, 2026
Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) today announced that the Company will report first-quarter fiscal 2026 results for the period ended May 2, 2026, on Thursday, May 28, 2026,
May 15th, 2026
New Again Houses® is enjoying a hot streak with the addition of five new locations.
May 15th, 2026
Dave’s Hot Chicken is turning up the heat in Wichita and Manhattan, Kansas.
May 15th, 2026
Elko is getting its comeback story served hot.
May 15th, 2026
Angry Chickz is bringing the heat to Chino.
May 14th, 2026

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