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Newk’s Eatery is a fast-casual restaurant brand known for fresh ingredients, in-house preparation and a warm, community-driven dining experience.

Recent transactions in the senior living sector include the sale of a 178-unit community in Texas and a five-property portfolio in Virginia.

Senior living operators add cottages and pocket neighborhoods to expand campuses

Greybull Stewardship-backed ProHome, a provider of builder warranty management services, has acquired the ProHome Metro DC franchise for undisclosed terms.

Automated locker systems and the ApexIQ platform are helping restaurant chains reduce labor strain and streamline the off-premises pickup experience for guests and drivers.

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

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American Healthcare REIT has entered agreements to purchase eight assisted living and memory care communities managed by Kensington Senior Living for $873 million.

Mad Fitness Group LLC has filed for Subchapter V bankruptcy protection with plans to close or sell half of its 30-plus franchised studios across several states.

The charcuterie franchise reported a 65% jump in same-store sales and 23 new location openings during the first half of 2026, marking its 20th consecutive quarter of growth.

Keyrenter Property Management establishes 100th location with 14 new deals.

Building Kidz signs 100th franchise agreement, expanding to 11 states

Timber Pizza Co. is expanding its franchise footprint in the second half of 2026, preparing to enter the Georgia market for the first time with planned locations in Alpharetta and Cumming, according to a press release.

The Baltimore-based convenience chain is expanding its presence in its hometown with a new 24/7 location featuring its signature fried chicken and fuel services.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) endorsed bipartisan candidates in 14 states in conjunction with their July and August primary elections.

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BNI expands into 15 new markets and 2 new countries

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signs moratorium on new data centers

Tide Cleaners is a premium dry cleaning and garment care franchise backed by Procter & Gamble , designed to modernize a traditionally fragmented industry.

Dalmoros Fresh Italian announces a major nationwide expansion, bringing its popular, fast-casual, fresh pasta and Italian cuisine restaurant to several high-profile markets across the United States.

Virginia SB 240 prohibits post-term noncompete provisions in new retail franchise agreements, requiring those agreements to be governed by Virginia law.

Tide Laundromat is a modern, tech-enabled laundromat franchise backed by Procter & Gamble, designed to elevate the traditional laundry experience.

AgeWell Senior Living and American House Senior Living Communities have recently expanded their portfolios through new management agreements and collaborations across several states.

The tire and custom wheel franchise celebrated its 10th annual giveaway by awarding new vehicles to winners across Florida, Louisiana, and Virginia.