- JCPenney merges with SPARC to form Catalyst Brands; Forever 21 exploring options
(chainstoreage.com - 1/9/2025) JCPenney and SPARC Group have combined to form a new organization, called Catalyst Brands, which is made up of SPARC’s Aéropostale, Brooks Brothers, Eddie Bauer, Lucky Brand and Nautica brands, as well as JCPenney ... (full story)
- Fareway Acquires Two Eastern Iowa Grocery Store Locations
(khak.com - 1/8/2025) Fareway announced Tuesday that they plan on purchasing two Brothers Market locations in Eastern Iowa ...
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- Buckleys Bringing Port of Subs to Northern Utah
(franchising.com - 1/8/2025) The store will be the first of 40 Port of Subs locations to be built in Northern Utah under a regional developer agreement ... (full story)
- Kelly’s Roast Beef Acquired by Private Equity Firm
(qsrmagazine.com - 1/8/2025) Private equity firm AAM15 Management announced Tuesday that it acquired 74-year-old sandwich chain Kelly’s Roast Beef ...
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- Piatti restaurant stays fresh and delicious after 30 years
(pleasantonweekly.com - 1/8/2025) Piatti opened in the Danville Livery shopping center 30 years ago ... (full story)
- QDOBA Kicks Off 2025 with Planned New Franchise Development Agreements across the U.S.
(prnewswire.com - 1/8/2025) 20 restaurants in New Hampshire and Rhode Island; 5 new restaurants in New Orleans; 12 restaurants in Kansas City and surrounding counties; 15 new restaurants in Illinois; Georgia expects 8 new restaurants; 6 more units in Cleveland and Toledo; 3 restaurants in Ohio; 3 restaurants in Baltimore, Maryland; 1 restaurant in Fort Morgan, Colorado; 4 new locations in Connecticut ... (full story)
- Newk's Eatery Closes 2024 on a High Note: Milestones, Innovations and Growth Plans Highlight a Resil
(1851franchise.com - 1/8/2025) Newk's plans to continue its expansion in 2025 with a target of four new locations next year with existing franchisees that are exploring new locations and one new company location ... (full story)
- Wawa Begins in the Midwest With It Largest Expansion Ever
(delco.today - 1/8/2025) The Delaware County convenience store chain broke ground for its first stores in Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana and plans to open up 160 stores in the three states in the next five to eight years. The chain is also extending into the southeastern US, including Alabama, North Carolina and Georgia ... (full story)
- Atomic Wings Closes 2024 with Record Growth and Exciting Plans for 2025
(restaurantnews.com - 1/8/2025) Atomic Wings is aiming to open 30-34 units by the end of 2025 and targeting new locations in New York, New Jersey, Texas, Arizona and Nevada ... (full story)
- Portillo's to open new, non-traditional restaurant in the Chicago suburbs
(nbcchicago.com - 1/7/2025) Unlike traditional restaurants, the new Portillo’s Pick Up in Orland Park does not have an indoor dining room ... (full story)
- This popular Northeast coffee chain is opening its first Bay Area outpost in Palo Alto
(paloaltoonline.com - 1/7/2025) A prevalent Northeast coffee chain that “sees coffee differently” is opening its first Bay Area location in Palo Alto ...
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- Wienerschnitzel Opens Its First Nebraska Location in Omaha
(franchising.com - 1/7/2025) Iconic Hot Dog Concept Known for its World-Famous Chili Dog Officially Enters Nebraska ...
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- Atomic Wings Set to Open First Virginia Location in Virginia Beach on January 18th
(franchising.com - 1/7/2025) Atomic Wings is expanding into Virginia with its first location set to open on January 18th ... (full story)
- Joann closes smattering of locations across US
(retaildive.com - 1/7/2025) The retailer confirmed six locations including stores in Holyoke, Massachusetts, and Ithaca, New York ...
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- True Religion acquired by Acon Investments and Schottenstein affiliate
(chainstoreage.com - 1/7/2025) The denim apparel and lifestyle brand has been acquired by private equity firm Acon Investments and its partner, SB360 Capital Partners ... (full story)
- Steve Shannon Tire Acquires Three Locations
(moderntiredealer.com - 1/7/2025) Bloomsburg, Pa. based Steve Shannon Tire Co. has acquired three retail stores from The Tire Warehouse Inc., which is based in Albany, N.Y. ...
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- K9 Resorts Concludes 2024 with Double-Digit Franchise Agreements and Strong Sales Performance
(prnewswire.com - 1/7/2025) Multi-unit agreements to bring several additional resorts to Colorado, Virginia, and Florida as well as debuting in Utah, Nevada, Illinois, and Nebraska; also began construction on its first location in California. The brand sets its sights on opening 25 new resorts and awarding more than 30 franchise licenses in 2025 ... (full story)
- Children's Lighthouse Closes Out 2024 With Record Growth and Momentum for the Year Ahead
(prweb.com - 1/7/2025) Looking to 2025, the early education and child care brand aims to open 15 new locations and achieve a 10% growth in overall franchise revenue for existing owners ...
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- FSC Franchise Co. Celebrates Milestone Year as It Closes Out 2024 and Looks Ahead to 2025
(1851franchise.com - 1/7/2025) The company’s development pipeline is robust heading into 2025, probably open 20-plus stores between all three brands ... (full story)
- Big Lots Closes Strategic Deal With Gordon Brothers, Saving 200 to 400 Stores
(mytotalretail.com - 1/7/2025) Big Lots has concluded its sale agreement with investment firm Gordon Brothers Retail Partners, securing the brand's future and several jobs ... (full story)
- Fitness Premier 24/7 Clubs Announces Innovative Expansion Initiatives and Revenue Growth as 2024 Wra
(1851franchise.com - 1/6/2025) Signed 6 new franchise agreements this year, positioning growth footprint by approximately 30%, expanded into brand new markets such as Sarasota and Bradenton, FL ... (full story)
- Rising Roll Gourmet Café Will Bring Fresh Dining Options to University of South Carolina's New Healt
(streetinsider.com - 1/6/2025) Rising Roll Gourmet Café, a franchise renowned for its fresh, local, and innovative menu, will become a key part of the University of South Carolina's (USC) new Health Sciences Campus ... (full story)
- ‘It’s Bo Time!’: Bojangles bringing Southern-style cooking to Colorado
(kdvr.com - 1/6/2025) In mid-2025 Bojangles, a restaurant chain that specializes in breakfast and Southern-style food, will be coming to Pueblo ... (full story)
- Another popular burger chain files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
(thestreet.com - 1/6/2025) The Little Mint Inc., which operates 22 corporate-owned Hwy 55 locations and has 71 franchised locations in the Southeast, filed its petition on Dec. 31 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, seeking to restructure its debt ...
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- H Mart to Open New Stores in Massachusetts and Illinois
(progressivegrocer.com - 1/6/2025) H Mart is on the move in other parts of the country, too. Later this year, outposts are expected to open in Orlando, Fla., Dublin, Calif., and Haltom City, Texas, near Fort Worth, among other communities. (full story)
- Business as usual as Container Store lenders approve fresh Chapter 11 plan
(insideretail.us - 1/6/2025) The company expects to confirm the plan of reorganization within the next weeks ...
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- Yogurtland Plans to Open 30 Shops in 2025
(qsrmagazine.com - 1/6/2025) The franchise brand plans to expand in key territories including Texas, Northern and Southern California, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, New Jersey and Pennsylvania ... (full story)
- 'It's a sign of the times': VALU Home Centers to close three more stores in Western New York
(wkbw.com - 1/6/2025) Three VALU Home Centers will soon close their doors as the family-owned Buffalo-based retailer faces increasing challenges in a competitive retail marketplace ... (full story)
- Pet Wants Wraps up a Landmark Year, Poised for Even Greater Growth in 2025
(1851franchise.com - 1/6/2025) Key initiatives include expanding into new markets such as Dallas, Houston, Salt Lake City and Chicago.
We anticipate around 30 stores will transition from mobile businesses to retail stores ... (full story)
- CHOPPING BLOCK Iconic burger joint sets record straight after axing 20 locations from website but sa
(the-sun.com - 1/5/2025) FRISCH’S Restaurants, a regional operator of Midwest chain Big Boy, has cut about 20 locations from its website ...
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- Everything you need to know about Portillo's expansion into Texas
(mysanantonio.com - 1/5/2025) Currently, there are seven Portillo’s locations up and running in Texas, and eight recently announced locations listed ... (full story)
- The Buona Companies Celebrates a Remarkable Year and Sets the Stage for 2025
(franchising.com - 1/3/2025) Family-Owned Business Behind Historic Chicago Brands Ends 2024 with 20% Growth in Systemwide Sales and Success in New Market Expansion ...
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- Daiso Announces Grand Opening of First Two Illinois Stores in Willowbrook and South Elgin
(finance.yahoo.com - 1/3/2025) The new stores will open on January 18th and January 25th, 2025, marking a milestone in the brand's expansion ... (full story)
- Nearly 700 Party City store leases heading to auction, including Augusta and Aiken locations
(wjbf.com - 1/3/2025) Nearly 700 Party City store leases will be heading to auction next month, according to an announcement Friday ... (full story)
- Here’s Where Buc-ee’s Will Open Its Next Stores
(convenience.org - 1/3/2025) Mississippi officials expect the travel center to open this spring; North Carolina is also waiting for its first; Construction on Virginia’s first started in January 2024; Work on the Ohio location resumed last month; The first in Arizona is being built; also currently working on its first location in the state of Arkansas ... (full story)
- National Fast-Casual Chain Opening First Maine Location at Rock Row in Westbrook
(wcyy.com - 1/2/2025) The chain operates several locations throughout New England but their Rock Row location will be their first venture into Maine ...
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- Lego reseller store to open in Fort Wayne
(insideindianabusiness.com - 1/2/2025) Bricks and Minifigs, a chain with more than 100 locations in the United States and Canada, plans to open its first Indiana location ... (full story)
- See's Candies closes only Minnesota storefront at Southdale Center
(aol.com - 1/2/2025) While its only year-round Minnesota store is now closed, it continues to operate elsewhere in the country and sells its sweets online ... (full story)
- Daiso Announces Grand Openings of Three New Stores in California on January 11th
(wlns.com - 12/31/2024) These new locations will be in Calexico, Corona, and Lemon Grove, marking an important milestone in Daiso's continued expansion across the United States ... (full story)
- Costco prepares to open handful of new North Texas stores
(msn.com - 12/31/2024) Costco Wholesale Corp. plans to open three stores in Collin County next year, underscoring how major retailers are investing heavily in this booming part of the Metroplex ... (full story)
- Trader Joe’s to open three new L.A. stores in 2025
(latimes.com - 12/31/2024) According to the company’s website, the new locations will be in Northridge, Sherman Oaks and Tarzana in the San Fernando Valley ...
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- January 2025: Toot’n Totum Turns 75
(cstoredecisions.com - 12/31/2024) With its 100th store under construction and a focus on new builds, foodservice expansion and digital upgrades, the Amarillo-based chain honors its legacy while embracing the future ...
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- Daiso Announces Grand Opening of First New Mexico Store in Santa Fe
(morningstar.com - 12/31/2024) Daiso is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its first store in New Mexico ... (full story)
- How Milkshake Factory Preserves a 110-Year Family Legacy
(qsrmagazine.com - 12/31/2024) Currently, the brand has 14 currently in operation (11 in Pittsburgh alone), with 116 franchises sold. Its first non-Pittsburgh location opened in June in Salt Lake City ... (full story)
- Major Grocer Reveals Expansion Plans for 2025 – Is Texas Included
(kpel965.com - 12/31/2024) Alabama will be getting five new locations, Florida will add another three, Missouri will add two more Aldi's, and Mississippi, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and Wisconsin will each be adding one additional store ... (full story)
- Here’s why people are excited that a ‘Japanese dollar store’ chain is coming to Utah in 2025
(sltrib.com - 12/30/2024) Daiso US is planning to open three stores in Utah starting next summer ... (full story)
- Trader Joe’s is opening a dozen new locations in 2025: Here’s where
(wavy.com - 12/30/2024) The company’s website currently lists 12 planned locations “opening soon” across seven states and Washington, D.C.... (full story)
- Bar Louie Turns 35: Celebrate with Iconic ’90s Vibes and Exclusive Perks
(restaurantnews.com - 12/30/2024) Cheers to 35 years! Bar Louie is kicking off 2025 with a year-long celebration honoring its roots and the vibrant communities that have made it a neighborhood favorite ... (full story)
- Former Modell’s owner wants to save bankrupt retailers Party City, Big Lots
(nypost.com - 12/30/2024) Mitch Modell, the former CEO of the famed New York sporting goods chain that went belly-up four years ago, wants to buy bankrupt retailers Party City and Big Lots ...
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- Three New Eggspectation Locations Coming to Maryland
(mocoshow.com - 12/29/2024) Early 2025 is the anticipated opening timeframe for the Burtonsville location and additional locations in Annapolis and Columbia ... (full story)
- Big Lots says it found a buyer that will keep some stores open
(finance.yahoo.com - 12/27/2024) Eight days after Big Lots announced plans for liquidation sales at all of its U.S. stores, the discount retailer said Friday it reached a deal with an asset buyer that will allow at least 200 stores to remain open and could preserve thousands of jobs ...
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- TA Caps Off 2024 with Four New Sites
(cstoredecisions.com - 12/27/2024) Throughout November and December, the retailer opened locations across four U.S. states ...
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- The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Opens First New Hampshire Restaurant in Manchester
(restaurantnews.com - 12/27/2024) The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill®, a popular fast-casual eatery serving a modern take on traditional Mediterranean fare opened its first New Hampshire location in Manchester ... (full story)
- CEO Neil Hershman Says Now’s the Time for 16 Handles to ‘Overtake the Industry’
(franchisewire.com - 12/26/2024) Expanding from its New York City roots into the South and Southwest, with almost 20 stores under development ... (full story)
- Target announces 6 new stores coming to Florida, 32 in US. Which cities are getting a Target?
(dailycommercial.com - 12/26/2024) The national retail chain is fighting the trend and expanding, with 32 new locations coming to 15 states ... (full story)
- Former CEO To Open 15 Potbelly Shops
(franchising.com - 12/25/2024) Bryant Keil, former Potbelly CEO, and his son, Hampden Keil, recently opened a Potbelly shop in Frederick, Maryland. This is the first of 15 new locations for the pair ...
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- What's taking over Midtown Fort Collins' old David's Bridal building? Here's what we know.
(coloradoan.com - 12/24/2024) Daiso plans to open a store in March, and is also planning a location in Aurora, Colorado ... (full story)
- Apparel Brand TravisMathew to Open Bellevue Square Store
(downtownbellevue.com - 12/24/2024) In 2024, TravisMathew plans to open five more locations, contributing to the brand’s goal of reaching 57 stores by the end of the year ... (full story)
- Currito Healthy Fast-Casual Franchise Adds 16 New Locations
(franchisewire.com - 12/24/2024) Currito has announced nine new development deals that will bring its globally inspired dining concept to 16 new restaurant locations in its rapid expansion across the U.S. ... (full story)
- Marden’s bargain hunters relish 60 years of fabulous finds
(pressherald.com - 12/24/2024) Founded in Fairfield in 1964, the surplus and salvage chain with 13 stores across Maine has been selling good stuff cheap for 6 decades ...
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