The Wendy's Company to Report 2020 Second Quarter Results on August 5
Wendy's was founded in 1969 by Dave Thomas in Columbus, Ohio.
· Franchising.com· July 9, 2020
Location
Columbus — page 7
Columbus is a location in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 1969. 195 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. analysis: we need to update " What we know" section for Columbus location wiki page. previous summary none means start fresh. we must include 4-8 short bullet points newest developments first, keep older still true. need to cite each fact with [[ note name ]] exactly as given. So we must list bullet points about Columbus franchise activity. Newest developments: latest date among coverage is 2026-10- Curr Currito plans entering Columbus; also 202 B... but also 2026-10-6 senior living loan for Grove City but that's Ohio not Columbus specifically but mention Grove City near Columbus maybe still relevant? but still true about Ohio but not specifically Columbus; but we can include as related but maybe not needed. The "What we know" section likely about Columbus location across franchises. include Curr Currito plans to enter Columbus; Sl Slutty Vegan debut Columbus; SportsArt opened showroom in Columbus; Don Donatos Pizza refined operations but not specific location; Mik Mik's Late Night Slice grand opening Columbus; Spark Sparkle Squad success in Columbus; M Mellow Mushroom expansion focusing Columbus; Fus Fusian brand refresh but Ohio expansion not specific Columbus; Tierra Encantada second location planned Columbus; Newk’s targeting Columbus suburbs; Re-B Bath franchisee includes Columbus; 76 Fence territories Columbus; Keke's expansion includes Columbus; Cava new stores but not specific Columbus; etc. need 4- franchise bullet points maybe more up to 8. Include newest first: Currito plans entering Columbus (2026-10-29). then Sl Sl Slutty Vegan expansion into Columbus ( multiple articles: 2026-07-13, 07-10 etc; newest among those is 2026-0713 or 07-10? 07-13 earlier than 07-10? Actually 07-13 later than 07- sports? 07-13 vs 07-10; 07-13 is later? chronological: July 13 vs July10; 13 is later so newest is 07-13. but also 08-14 but that's Florida debut not Columbus. So latest about Columbus is 2026-07-13 Slutty Vegan debut Columbus and Cleveland. include that. next: SportsArt opens ‘ Think Tank’ showroom in Columbus (2026-09-04 earlier than 07-13? Actually September 4 > July; So newer than July; but Curr Currito October 29 newest; then SportsArt September 4; then Slutty Vegan July 13; then maybe Sparkle Squad success in Columbus (2026-08-10 earlier than July? Actually August 10 > July; So order: Currito ( Oct 29 ), SportsArt ( Sep M ), Spark Sparkle ( Aug 10 ), Sl Slutty ( July 13 ), Don Donatos Pizza refined but not location; maybe also 76 Fence Columbus ( June 01 ), etc. need 4-8 bullet points; we can include 6 bullet points covering key developments. Ensure each bullet cite appropriate note name exactly as given. bullet format: - ... [[ note name ]] ; need link exactly as given inside brackets double square? The note name includes parentheses? e.g [[2026-10-29 Currito Strengthens Cincinnati Presence with Fresh Signed franchise deals (10079d]]? Actually note name given includes parentheses around ID; format [[2026-10
Also known as Columbus, Ohio
Lightbridge Academy Pursuing Ohio Development Opportunities and Exhibiting at The Franchise Show in Columbus on March 30-31
Lightbridge Academy is looking to grow in Ohio, specifically in and around Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus, and will exhibit at The Franchise Show in Columbus.
· 1851 Franchise· May 29, 2020
Renew Crew Is Targeting Columbus, Ohio for Franchise Growth
Renew Crew is targeting Columbus, Ohio for franchise growth, expanding its services to include concrete, paver, window, gutter, siding, and deck cleaning and sealing.
· 1851 Franchise· May 1, 2020
RockBox Fitness Swings into Columbus
RockBox Fitness has announced plans to open six studios in Columbus, Ohio.
· Franchising.com· March 11, 2020
Athletic Republic Coming to Columbus
Athletic Republic, the leading sports performance training franchise, is opening a new center in Dublin, Ohio in early May of 2020.
· Franchising.com· February 25, 2020
Spray-Net Painting Opens Franchise in Columbus, Ohio
Spray-Net Painting, a Canadian-based home-improvement franchise, opens its first location in Columbus, Ohio, offering a patented weather-adjustable paint process.
· Franchising.com· January 28, 2020
Jersey Mike's Subs Opens Second Columbus Location
Jersey Mike's Subs opens its second location in Columbus, Georgia, offering free subs to support Warrior Outreach through a grand opening fundraiser.
· Franchising.com· January 27, 2020
Saladworks Targets Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati and Dayton for Expansion After Opening its 100th Location
Saladworks set its sights on expanding into the Ohio market, with a focus on providing guests with choice and flexibility in their salad options.
· 1851 Franchise· January 20, 2020
Valvoline Announces Opening of Company-Owned Quick-Lube Center in Columbus, Ohio Metro Area
Valvoline announces the opening of a company-owned quick-lube center in the Columbus, Ohio metro area, offering customers a quick, easy, and trusted experience for their vehicle service needs.
· Franchising.com· December 27, 2019
Shuckin’ Shack Pinpoints Columbus, Ohio as Key Growth Market
Shuckin' Shack targets Columbus, Ohio for growth with up to 5 locations
· 1851 Franchise· August 27, 2019
Looking to Expand Your Brand’s Geographic Reach? Here Are Some Buzzworthy Cities To Consider
Jonathan Pace, CEO of On Pace Franchising, offers advice on expanding a franchise brand's geographic reach, highlighting cities that are on the come-up throughout the United States.
· 1851 Franchise· August 7, 2019
My Favorite Muffin® Targets The Buckeye State for Its Next Phase of Franchise Development
My Favorite Muffin is targeting the state of Ohio for its next phase of franchise development, offering two business models for prospective franchisees.
· 1851 Franchise· July 15, 2019
Cheba Hut’s Madison, Wisconsin Location Smokes the Competition and Grows by 22 Percent in 2018, Celebrates With Free Nug Giveaway on May 8th
Cheba Hut’s Madison, Wisconsin location experiences a 22 percent growth in 2018, celebrating with a free nug giveaway on May 8th.
· 1851 Franchise· May 3, 2019
Ohio Locals Turn Franchising With Wild Birds Unlimited Into a Family Business
Tom and Donna Sheley and their son Chris have been involved with Wild Birds Unlimited since 1993, with Chris taking over the Columbus, Ohio store.
· 1851 Franchise· April 29, 2019
Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar Looks To Bring Exceptional Seafood and Authentic Coastal Vibes To New Locations Across the U.S.
As a kid, Matt Piccinin and his family would travel from Canada to Carolina Beach, North Carolina to spend their vacations soaking up the sun and making memories together on the coast.
· 1851 Franchise· April 10, 2019
Wild Birds Unlimited CEO Jim Carpenter’s Listening Tour Yields Valuable Franchisee Feedback
For Wild Birds Unlimited Founder and CEO Jim Carpenter, listening is a major part of his leadership ethos.
· 1851 Franchise· February 4, 2019
Former Corporate Exec Opens Shared Office Franchise To Stay Closer To Home
After spending more than 30 years working in the retail and apparel industry as a sourcing and supply chain expert turning around struggling companies like Gymboree and most recently, Lane Bryant, Roland Medrano was at a crossroads.
· 1851 Franchise· October 10, 2018
Fast Casual: Mississippi Back Yard Burgers franchisee opens Ohio unit
Back Yard Burgers has officially opened its doors in Columbus, Ohio.
· 1851 Franchise· April 24, 2018
Buffalo Wings & Rings Explores Expansion Opportunities in Central Ohio
Buffalo Wings & Rings explores Central Ohio expansion with six new locations.
· 1851 Franchise· April 19, 2018
ABC Columbus: Buffalo Wings & Rings teaches the WSYX staff how to properly sauce wings
Buffalo Wings & Rings taught WSYX staff how to properly sauce wings with the restaurant’s best-selling sauces during the NCAA tournament.
· 1851 Franchise· March 26, 2018
Columbus Business First: Buffalo Wings & Rings has new restaurants coming to Central Ohio
Buffalo Wings & Rings is poised to expand in Columbus with six more locations before 2020, with a goal to more than double its business in the area.
· 1851 Franchise· March 23, 2018
Buffalo Wings & Rings Set to Expand in Columbus Market with Qualified Franchise Operators, Ohio State Grads
While Buffalo Wings & Rings , the elevated sports restaurant concept out of Cincinnati, has been operating for more than 30 years, the brand’s entry into the Columbus market happened…
· 1851 Franchise· March 13, 2018
McAlister’s Deli Looks for New Restaurant Owners in Columbus, Ohio
McAlister’s Deli looks for new restaurant owners in Columbus, Ohio, leveraging brand awareness from surrounding markets to expand its presence in the state’s capital city.
· 1851 Franchise· October 19, 2017
Multi-Unit Franchisee Group Goes From Wings To Tacos
Multi-unit franchise operator ThreeWitt Enterprises Inc. is opening another location of the R Taco brand.
· Franchising.com· October 10, 2017