
Longtime Captain D's Guest Wins Cruise Trip to Alaska
Captain D’s , the nation’s leading fast-casual seafood restaurant, has surprised a Scottsboro, Alabama, woman with the trip of a lifetime – a family cruise to Alaska!
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Captain D’s , the nation’s leading fast-casual seafood restaurant, has surprised a Scottsboro, Alabama, woman with the trip of a lifetime – a family cruise to Alaska!

The infrared fitness franchise has added 100 locations since hitting 800 late last year and now serves more than 400,000 members globally
The 900-studio milestone marks a year of expansion driven by the brand's owner pipeline, a first-time entry into Alaska and the largest wave of technology development in company history, all leading up to reaching 1,000 open locations.

New data from Enterprise Mobility shows collision-related rental durations have stabilized, ending a multi-year period of year-over-year decreases.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) endorsed bipartisan candidates in 14 states in conjunction with their July and August primary elections.

Qdoba is expanding its franchise footprint with new development agreements that will open over 100 restaurants across the Southeast and West.

HOTWORX is entering the Alaska market with four studios planned, led by franchise owners Tracey Pidge and Ciara Boyce, who also operate two studios in Washington.
"Tracey and Ciara are exactly the kind of operators we want leading our entry into a new state, and especially in a state with such a unique business climate," said Stephen P.
NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 22, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- This summer, Captain D's and PepsiCo are teaming up to celebrate America's fishing heritage, family traditions and the spirit of adventure with the launch of the Alaska Family Cruise Sweepstakes.

Amped Fitness is a fitness center concept that blends traditional gym equipment with group training, specialized workout zones and an experience-driven club environment designed to attract a wide range of members.
Captain D’s is announcing the rollout of its Wild Caught Batter Dipped Fish from Alaska.

The Red Chickz is a growing fast-casual chicken franchise focusing on Nashville hot chicken with a West Coast twist.

QDOBA signed a 50-unit development deal with B Wild Investments to expand its Mexican fast-casual brand in Alaska, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, and Utah.

B Wild Investments, via affiliate 7 Star Restaurants, has acquired 20 Qdoba restaurants from one of the brand's longtime franchise groups.

The Alec-Laffer Report's Rankings are criticized for not always adding up, with some glaring discrepancies in the economic performance and outlook rankings.

There may be other fish in the sea, but nothing compares to Taco John’s Alaska Flounder Fish Tacos – and they’re back, with a delicious new sauce, and a limited-time…

A WalletHub report reveals the states where unemployment claims are decreasing the most, highlighting positive trends in certain regions.

1851 examines ALEC-Laffer's 16th annual 'Rich States, Poor States' Economic Competitiveness Index for franchisors expanding their footprints in North Carolina.

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For fitness enthusiasts or those simply looking for a fun way to get or stay in shape, Princess Cruises and Xponential Fitness’ signature Pilates brand, Club Pilates, have teamed up to offer the Club Pilates at Sea: An Alaska Retreat.
Great American Cookies opened its first location in Alaska, serving as the ultimate sweet spot for locals with desserts including Custom Cookie Cakes.
Jersey Mike’s Subs has expanded to all 50 states with the opening of its first restaurant in Alaska.

A study has identified the most and least expensive states to start a business, analyzing factors such as labor costs, corporate tax rates, and commercial real estate availability.

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