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Springfield, MO — Andy’s Frozen Custard® is celebrating a sweet race day as Sam Mayer finished third at the Andy’s Frozen Custard 340 at Texas Motor Speedway.
ORLANDO, Fla., May 4, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Jeremiah's Italian Ice has been named in the 2026 Datassential 500 Awards, with consumers rating the brand as having original and innovative menu offerings.
MilkShake Factory opens in Holladay, UT on May 2, 2026.
Rita's Italian Ice offers free small Italian Ice on May 3.
Industry forces driving more co-branding opportunities stem from changing consumer habits and rising competition.
Kona Ice, the nation’s leader in mobile shaved ice, is teaming up with DreamWorks Animation to celebrate the global smash streaming series, Gabby’s Dollhouse.
New York, NY – 16 Handlesis bringing its modern, tech-forward concept to the West Coast, announcing its first-ever expansion into California with eight units planned across some of the state’s most high-demand markets.
American Dairy Queen Corporation (ADQ), an iconic leader in treats and food, announced today a new DQ restaurant opening on Monday, May 4.
The ice cream franchise reports high average unit volumes and industry-leading same-store sales growth as it continues national expansion into new markets.
The company entered its 81st year with new locations in Vancouver, Washington; Oviedo, Florida; and Thornton, Colorado.
The 36-unit açaí brand is implementing Square’s specialized franchise commerce platform to standardize operations and customer data across its multi-state footprint.
Dairy Queen is expanding its Voice AI pilot to select franchisees nationwide following successful testing of the drive-thru automation technology at corporate locations.
Donna Coupe joins 16 Handles as vice president of training.
Pretzelmaker is announcing National Pretzel Day activities. On Sunday, April 26, rewards members can receive a free order of Small Original Pretzel Bites, Salted or Unsalted at participating locations nationwide, redeema
Dairy Queen expands Presto's drive-thru voice AI to 25 franchisees.
This week’s episode of A Deeper Dive features Brian Britton, CEO of the treat chain Kilwins.
Wetzel’s Pretzels is hosting its event on Sunday, April 26. Participating Wetzel’s locations nationwide will offer a FREE Original Pretzel from 3 p.m.
Cold Stone Creamery, an ice cream brand, described its presence in Southern Louisiana, including markets in New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Lafayette.
The new store signifies Wetzel’s Pretzels continued expansion into high-traffic retail environments, including Walmart locations.
On Saturday, April 18, the celebration continues with the official Grand Opening.
As the April 15th tax deadline looms, the two biggest names in mobile refreshment are teaming up to cool down the national stress level.
Known as Rita’s most popular treat, the Gelati has long been a fan favorite for its refreshing combination of Italian Ice and creamy Frozen Custard.
American Dairy Queen Corporation (ADQ), an iconic leader in treats and food, announced a new DQ restaurant opening on Monday, April 6.
Great American Cookies offers free cookie cake slices on Tax Day.