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A new chapter is underway at Children’s Lighthouse Cypress, as the school is now under the ownership of Randy Travis, a former family law attorney who is turning his passion for child and family advocacy into a purpose.

We Sell Restaurants, Co-Founder & CEO Robin Gagnon has been named to Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s Prestigious “50 Women of Wonder” list for 2025.

QDOBA today announced B Wild Investments has acquired 20 QDOBA restaurants from one of the brand’s longtime franchise groups.

Konala has officially signed a lease for its first Utah location in Provo.

COOL-BINZ is opening its fourth franchise location in Rogers, Arkansas.

Proforma is proud to share its 2025 Energize event series has concluded a dynamic three-city tour.

Firehouse Subs has officially opened in Clearwater.

This October, Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza is embracing the Halloween spirit and National Pizza Month with the return of two seasonal favorites: the Jack-O Pizza and the “Scream of a Deal” bundle.

Papa Murphy’s Take ‘n’ Bake Pizza is excited to highlight the grand opening of its newest location in Fayetteville, Georgia at 202 Banks Crossing, which took place on January 27th, 2025.

CycleBar announced today the International Sports Sciences Association, the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and the Athletics and Fitness Association of America have all accredited its proprietary Indoor Cycling Training Program.

Chicken Salad Chick announced today the opening of its newest restaurant in Viera.

Known for saving bar owners from ruin on nine seasons of Paramount Network’s Bar Rescue, Jon Taffer is proud to announce the grand opening of Taffer’s Tavern Orlando on Wednesday, October 15.

N-Hance has acquired new ownership of one of its Florida franchise locations: N-Hance of Brevard County in Rockledge.

Pizza Guys is proud to announce its newest location opening soon in Milpitas, CA.

SYNERGY® HomeCare  has announced its first location in Louisiana, SYNERGY HomeCare in Thibodaux. 

Chicken Salad Chick announced today the opening of its first restaurant in Mansfield, Texas.

Mr Brews Taphouse is opening a new location in Smyrna, Tenn.

Dream Vacations today announced that Michelle Sutter will deliver the keynote address during the 2025 National Conference.

East Tennessee readers have spoken, and Buddy’s bar-b-q came out on top.

Mr Gatti’s Pizza announced today that South Park Meadows, has been acquired by OneRyan, the family office of Dallas-based businessman and philanthropist G. Brint Ryan.

MilkShake Factory is opening its doors in Cumming, GA with a family-friendly grand opening celebration on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Farmer Boys® is continuing its growth in Southern California with the opening of a new corporate-owned restaurant in Ontario.

Taco Bell is setting taste buds ablaze nationwide with the debut of the Flamin’ Hot® Grilled Cheese Burrito.

Big Blue Swim School announced the opening in Katy, Texas.

Tommy’s Express Car Wash is officially expanding into Canada with its first location opening in Ontario this Friday.

Canadians have new reasons to cozy up with Wendy's® Canada this fall.

FAT Brands Inc. announces the opening of its first co-branded Fatburger and Buffalo’s Express location in Oklahoma, located at the Arbuckle Travel Center in Springer, OK.

Club Pilates announced today it has signed a Master Franchise Agreement in Thailand, with a commitment to open 20 studios in Bangkok, the municipality and Chonburi Province.

Spavia Day Spa has signed a new agreement to expand in Raleigh.

Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA) today announced operating results for the third quarter of 2025.

Layne's Chicken Fingers was ranked on Restaurant Business's 2025 Future 50 list.

Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™ announced a strategic investment from Susquehanna Growth Equity (“SGE”).

Z PLUMBERZ is undergoing a transfer in ownership of its sole Washington franchise location: Z PLUMBERZ of Kennewick.

Wings Etc. Grill & Pub is taking the plunge and expanding its offer on the Big Flavor Dipper™, a new 5.5-ounce wide-mouth cup giving guests a chance to “dip deep” into any of Wings Etc.’s 22 flavorful sauces or dips.

Dave & Buster's has officially opened its first location in the Philippines on the 4th floor at Opus Mall in partnership with The Bistro Group.

Chipotle Mexican Grill today announced the launch of the "Chipotle Challenger Bundle," available now in Riot Games' 2XKO, a new, free-to-play 2v2 fighting video game.

Dog Haus is bringing its signature SoCal flavor and vibe to Santa Clarita with the grand opening of its first location at Golden Valley.

ComForCare is proud to announce its participation in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) GUIDE Model (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience).

MilkShake Factory will open its first two locations in Ohio on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

The Original Rainbow Cone (Rainbow Cone) is opening an ice cream experience like no other in Surprise, Arizona in late 2025.