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The chicken tender brand has secured development rights for 60 new units across eight states, bringing its total franchise pipeline to over 200 restaurants.

The beverage chain reported a 9% jump in same-store sales for July, fueled by menu innovation and continued franchise network expansion.

Chester’s Chicken, the leading national quick-service restaurant known for its bold, flavorful fried chicken, is now open inside the newly rebranded Jordan’s Kwik Stop at 2066 Hwy.

The full-exterior home services franchisor is targeting key Arkansas markets including Little Rock and Fayetteville as part of its national growth strategy.

The Atlanta-based pizza chain signed development agreements for six new restaurants across Kentucky, Montana, Arkansas, and Georgia during the first half of the year.

Taco Cabana is launching its first major out-of-state franchise expansion by targeting contiguous markets through a new smaller-footprint prototype.

Mellow Mushroom signs six franchise deals, expanding into new markets, including its first-ever location in Montana.

Storm Guard is actively targeting Arkansas for franchise expansion.

The business will be owned and operated by Brock Melvin. Brock has over 14 years of experience in the wholesale lumber industry as a Territory Sales Manager.

Woof Gang expands into three new states, reaching 36 states and Canada.

The Big Biscuit serves BIG Lunch menu daily until 2:30 p.m.

Conway, AR — Arkansas, prepare to meet the Filet Mignon of Chicken®!

Layne’s Chicken Fingers expands its presence in Arkansas with at least 10 restaurants, with a long-term goal of developing 20-plus locations across the state.

Workout Anytime is a 24/7 premium, low-cost fitness franchise specializing in compact, community-focused gyms.

The Arkansas-based coffee chain surged to 602 locations by 2026, fueled entirely by a massive expansion of its franchised footprint over the last two years.

Wetzel’s Pretzels and Cold Stone Creamery are accelerating their co-branding strategy with plans to open at least 17 joint units across multiple states in 2026.

Paris Baguette opens 18 new cafes and awards 60 units

The massive convenience store and fuel chain plans to enter six new states by 2027 as it continues its aggressive national expansion strategy outside of Texas.

The Melt is a fast-casual restaurant concept centered on craveable MeltBurgers, Melted Classics, fries and handspun milkshakes, all served in a welcoming environment designed to create an “I Love it…

Little Rock, AR — Layne’s Chicken Fingers , the fast-growing, 45+ location chicken finger franchise known for its hand-breaded crispy tenders, crave-worthy sauces and Texas toast–stacked sandwiches, is bringing the…

RooterMan is a low-cost plumbing, sewer and drain cleaning franchise operating under Premium Service Brands that offers independent owners a recognized brand, flat-rate, home-based and semi-absentee opportunity.

ATLANTA — Mellow Mushroom , the psychedelic pizza franchise known for its imaginative pizzas, hand-tossed stone-baked dough and unique atmosphere, began 2026 by signing four franchise deals for six units.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 28, 2026 // GLOBE NEWSWIRE // -- The Peach Cobbler Factory continues its growth with the addition of a new franchise group in Fort Smith, Arkansas,…

Smoothie King has unveiled an updated store design featuring refreshed interiors and greenery as it prepares to open more than 200 additional locations.