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Build-A-Bear Entertainment collaborates with Cinemark Holdings to release a new animated film and offer a promotion at participating Build-A-Bear Workshop locations.
White Rabbit Cannabis is a dispensary that sells marijuana products in Washington state.
Roll-Em-Up Taquitos celebrates National Taquito Day with free taquito offer for rewards app sign-ups.
Beer remains a lucrative industry in the U.S. — worth $115 billion, to be exact — and continues to be something the average consumer will almost always buy.
Aaron's announces the opening of its newest GenNext store in Fort Smith, Arkansas, reflecting the latest expansion of the Company's GenNext store initiative.
Marvin’s Mailers provides customized direct-mail postcards to businesses, helping them stay relevant with their clients.
Paris Baguette is opening a new location in Cedar Park, Texas, offering French-inspired pastries, breads, and cakes.
Paris Baguette is expanding its footprint in Canada, with nearly 20 franchise agreements executed and seven total bakery cafes operational by the end of the year.
Pizza concept PARLOUR has signed a three-store development deal to open locations in Lexington, Ky.
Scooter’s Coffee serves over 1 million cups of free fresh-brewed coffee in September, anticipating a milestone in its customer appreciation efforts.
Save A Lot's team showed resilience during Hurricane Idalia, working together to manage risk and maintain operations.
Southern Steer Butcher announces its entrance into the Lone Star State, offering premium meats, sides, and desserts, as well as pre-assembled meal packs and prep classes.
TOUS les JOURS opens a new location in Orlando, Florida, near the Universal Theme Park.
Chef Jose Garces announces expansion of Buena Onda with five new locations in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region, aiming to open in 2024.
Select Save A Lot stores in South Carolina offer Certified Hereford Beef, providing customers with high-quality and flavorful meat options.
Metal Supermarkets launches its annual Metal My Way competition for metalworking enthusiasts.
Jane Butler shares the 4 Ds of holiday shopping behavior to help retailers get it right this holiday season.
Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More partners with Axiom America to introduce Direct-to-Film (DTF) printers to nearly 100 locations.
The Covery announced its first location in Utah, led by franchise partner Matson Magleby, who is spearheading the brand's entrance into the state.
Build-A-Bear and Giochi Preziosi partner to open a Build-A-Bear location at Hamleys Milan in the historic Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, offering a heartwarming experience for guests.
RaceTrac partners with Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United as Official Convenience Store of the NFL's Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United.
Aaron's named two new independent board members, Wali and Kris, with strong backgrounds and independence making them excellent additions to the board.
Kolache Shoppe opens a new location in Pearland, Texas, partnering with franchisees Cecilia and Luís Rey in the town’s new Broadway Plaza shopping center.
The Build-A-Bear Foundation has partnered with Make-A-Wish to grant the wish of 18-year-old Krystin to give back to patients at Seattle Children's Hospital.