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ORLANDO, Fla., April 6, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- Huey Magoo's, known for its premium, hand-crafted chicken tenders, "The Filet Mignon of Chicken®," has signed a development agreement in Texas, continuing its rapid national expansion.

The franchise location opened last month, and is owned and operated by Salvatore and Stacey Anello.

The franchise location is opening later this month, and will be owned and operated by husband and wife team Devin Colkmire and Nikki Napolitano.

Port of Subs is accelerating its growth in Washington with regional development plans.

American Dairy Queen Corporation (ADQ), an iconic leader in treats and food, announced a new DQ restaurant opening on Monday, April 6.

Home-based care providers risk harming bottom lines with rapid expansion

F45 Training and Reebok have launched their first co-branded footwear and apparel collection, the initial rollout of a deal announced in October .

Thompson Restaurants is preparing to launch franchising for its by-the-slice Wiseguy Pizza brand.

Entering the world of franchising requires a dual approach. On one hand, you’re searching for a brand in alignment with your goals and values.

What makes a business franchise-ready? Not every successful business is properly suited for franchising automatically.

Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, the fast-growing, island-inspired brand known for its Hawaiian plate lunch, announced today its April 6 opening in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Big Blue Swim School, the family-first pool school designed to create a calm, supportive environment where children feel safe, encouraged and capable, announced today the May 2026 opening of a new location in Escondido.

Leesburg, Virginia. Launch Entertainment (Launch), an indoor family entertainment franchise, recently signed an agreement to bring a new park to Leesburg, Virginia.

As multi-unit franchising continues to be defined by economic uncertainty, rapid change, and evolving consumer expectations, the questions facing today’s operators are more complex and consequential than ever before.

Franchising can be a powerful way to expand a business. But how long does it take to franchise a business?

McDonald’s latest push in the battle for discount restaurant diners couldn’t come at a better time.

Proforma celebrated another year of attendance at its Million Dollar Club (MDC) Celebration at the Atlantis Resort in The Bahamas.

This milestone marks the brand’s growth beyond its South Florida roots, bringing its elevated, membership-driven model to the region.

BUCKS COUNTY, Pa., April 2, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- PickleRage is excited to announce its expansion into Pennsylvania with a new location planned for Bucks County.

Office Evolution® has opened a new location in a venue that that honors an important piece of Newtown Square’s heritage.

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., April 02, 2026 // GLOBE NEWSWIRE //- Just in time for late spring camping, a Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort location will open close to Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Designed with player experience in mind, the Dill Dinkers UTSA location includes two dedicated social areas, a stand-alone building with a large front parking lot, and sound-dampening materials to create a quieter, more comfortable playing environment.

For first-time franchisees, signing an agreement and opening that initial location is a major milestone.

Alissa Pavano has been named director of franchise development for The Fashion Class, a brand partner of REP'M Group, a North Carolina-based franchise development company.