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Casey's General Stores expands pizza offerings with pan pizza lineup

Dunn Brothers Coffee expands to Illinois and Iowa with new franchise deal.

The brand signed a development agreement with new franchise partners Beans & Rice, LLC, led by Kevin and Michelle Ramirez.

The Texas transaction is the latest in a series of regional developer territory reacquisitions completed by The Joint in 2026.

CEO Tom Trkla noted that the company will reinvest the capital "where (they) believe it can generate the most long-term value."

Buc-ee's sets sights on Oklahoma as its next new state

Founded in just 2024, 29-store InConvenience Inc. has already made a name for itself in the convenience retail industry.

Clementine’s Ice Cream, the St. Louis-born ice cream brand known for its handcrafted, small-batch Nice, Non-Dairy and Naughty creations, is serving up its next phase of growth with the launch of its franchise opportunity.

Pancheros Mexican Grill, the Iowa-born, fresh-Mex concept known for its fresh-pressed tortillas and delicious queso, will continue planting its Iowa roots with a new location coming to Waukee next week.

"Our focus has always been on giving franchise owners everything they need to build with confidence, from training and coaching to marketing, operations and hands-on business guidance," said Mike Mushinski, President of GarageExperts.

The popular travel center chain has submitted plans for a 74,000-square-foot facility in Urbandale, marking its potential entry into the Iowa market.

Chicago-based InConvenience Inc. is expanding its Gas Spot and Goods Spot brands into Texas while developing new loyalty technology and community-focused initiatives.

The Nebraska-based convenience store chain is expanding into Iowa and Minnesota following the acquisition of 21 Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh locations.

Clear Pest Pros is opening a new franchise location in Marion, Iowa.

A New York class-action filing claims the pizza chain’s franchisees failed to pay delivery drivers minimum wage and overtime, sparking questions of franchisor liability.

The major convenience and pizza retailer aims to reach 18 states by adding up to 400 new locations by fiscal year 2026.

Shifting regulations on nicotine and THC products are forcing convenience store operators to pivot inventory strategies and manage the rise of illicit markets.

This summer, a limited-time sweepstakes is offered at participating locations.

Pump & Pantry has agreed to purchase 21 standalone convenience stores from Hy-Vee, significantly expanding its footprint across Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota.

Bosselman Pump & Pantry is expanding its Midwest presence by acquiring 21 standalone convenience stores and several coffee shop locations from Hy-Vee.

Stephanie Humphries owns three Right at Home territories in Iowa.

(PRESS RELEASE) SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Sparkle Grooming Co. , the wellness-focused dog grooming franchise redefining routine pet care announced that it has officially surpassed 600 franc

Right at Home franchisee shares her journey in in-home care

Existing regional developers Dan and Cori Cammarano have signed a 17-unit agreement to bring the membership-based dog grooming brand to Iowa, totaling 60 licenses under their leadership.