
Ford’s Garage Expands into Iowa Through New Multi-Unit Franchise Agreement
The first Iowa location is expected to open within the next 12 months, with additional restaurants planned to follow over a five-year development timeline.
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The first Iowa location is expected to open within the next 12 months, with additional restaurants planned to follow over a five-year development timeline.
The International Franchise Association (IFA) today applauded an endorsement of the American Franchise Act, H.R.
Hollywood, FL – The Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has named Antonio Almada, owner and general manager of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Hollywood, as its 2026 Small Businessperson of the Year.
Blue Moon Estate Sales partners with Valuable to enhance estate sales.
Tampa, FL – Across the U.S., girls leave sports earlier than boys — often because pressure, cost, and intimidation outweigh fun.

This February, Ziggi’s Coffee is inviting guests to show up, feel appreciated and enjoy Season of Love, a limited-time loyalty experience built around a simple idea: love grows with every visit.
This new LTO marks two major firsts for the brand: MilkShake Factory’s first-ever matcha offering and the first time a flavored whipped cream is being offered nationally.
Nick the Greek opens 10th location in Los Angeles County, owned by franchisee Niko Heliotis
Proforma honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with annual service day.
Beginning Feb. 7 through Feb. 15 at participating locations, Round Table Pizza will be celebrating its fan-favorite heart-shaped pizzas, offering a Large Heart-Shaped Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza for $19.99.

From Tuesday, February 3, through Tuesday, March 3, new members nationwide can join for $2 and pay $14 for their first month when they sign up for an Ultimate, Core, or Flex membership using promo code SETS.
Johnny Rockets is kicking off the new year with a limited-time shake as a nod to classic flavors and timeless taste, the Hostess® Cupcake Shake.
Workout Anytime names Tim Hicks as Vice President of Franchise Development.
Batteries Plus donates 1.6 million batteries to Toys for Tots.
Executive Home Care announced the opening of its newest location, Executive Home Care of Aurora, owned and operated by Yaw Osei-Kumah.
Further reinforcing the strength of the system behind that longevity, Spherion has also been named a 2026 Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review (FBR).

Shipley Donuts opens 35 new shops in 2025, a 46% increase
Starbird today announced the appointment of Greg Levin as Chief Executive Officer and Board Member, effective immediately.
AtWork® is proud to announce that they have won ClearlyRated’s prestigious Best of Staffing Client and Talent 5 Year Diamond Awards for providing superior service to their clients and candidates for at least five (5) consecutive years.
Lent is almost here, and Del Taco is bringing back a seasonal favorite with the highly anticipated return of its Jumbo Shrimp Tacos and Burrito.

Wienerschnitzel franchisee Evan Carbonell continues to grow his portfolio with the opening of a new restaurant inside a Walmart Supercenter in Alamogordo, New Mexico.

Established in 2018 and with just over 70 locations nationwide, Hawaiian Bros does not have the name value or history of other larger, legacy QSR brands.

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Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene renews affiliation