- PJ’s Coffee Continues Expansion, Brews Up Three More Locations
(restaurantnews.com - 10/30/2024) With over 10 more PJ’s Coffee locations already committed to opening in Maryland, the brand is poised to bring its unique blend of high-quality coffee and the vibrant spirit of New Orleans to communities across the state ... (full story)
- A&G Now Accepting Bids on 255 Big Lots, Inc. Store Leases ...
(prnewswire.com - 10/30/2024) Nationwide offer includes 51 newly available stores along with 204 previously marketed leases pending Court approval, with bid deadlines planned for November and December ...
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- Late-night cookie shop to open this week
(idahobusinessreview.com - 10/30/2024) A grand opening to celebrate a sweet new arrival to Boise’s business scene will be held on Nov. 2 ...
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- Community Celebration Planned for Kumon’s 40th Anniversary in St. Louis
(franchising.com - 10/30/2024) Families from around the Greater St. Louis area will come together to mark 40 years of Kumon serving children in St. Louis ... (full story)
- Slim Chickens Hits Major International Milestone
(franchising.com - 10/30/2024) Slim Chickens announced today a milestone. Boparan Restaurant Group has signed a 50-location development plan in Poland ... (full story)
- Melting Pot Closes Q3 With 14 Remodels, Multiple 20 – Year Anniversaries and a Strong Path Forward
(restaurantnews.com - 10/30/2024) In total, over 60% of Melting Pot locations have completed their remodels as part of the Melting Pot Evolution initiative, and the brand projects another 14 locations to undergo remodels in Q4... (full story)
- True Religion continues U.S. expansion with four more stores
(chainstoreage.com - 10/30/2024) True Religion has announced four new locations, with stores in the Dallas and Chicago metro areas, San Antonio and New York City ... (full story)
- Trader Joe's Opens New Stores in California, Texas, and More
(delimarketnews.com - 10/29/2024) More moves from the grocer come to light as it accelerates its United States expansion with new stores in California, South Carolina, Nevada, Texas, and more ... (full story)
- Brookshire Grocery Widens Presence in Texas
(progressivegrocer.com - 10/29/2024) The retailer announced that it is acquiring four Shoppin’ Baskit stores in West and Central Texas and will integrate them into the Spring Market banner ... (full story)
- Opening in Brighton is Ziggi’s Coffee’s 100th location
(bizwest.com - 10/29/2024) Baristas and franchisees from around the Ziggi’s Coffee chain gathered Tuesday to celebrate the opening of the 20-year-old Mead-based empire’s 100th location ... (full story)
- Maverik Rebranding Kum & Go Stores in Oklahoma
(cspdailynews.com - 10/29/2024) The rebrand of Oklahoma Kum & Go c-stores is expected to end by 2025, Maverik said in a statement... (full story)
- Thai Street Food Concept, Rooster & Rice, Opens in Portland, Oregon to Record Crowds
(restaurantnews.com - 10/29/2024) San Francisco-based, fast-casual restaurant concept, Rooster & Rice, celebrated the Grand Opening of the first of three Oregon franchised ... (full story)
- El Pollo Loco Unveils Iconic New Restaurant Design and Eyes Significant Expansion ...
(globenewswire.com - 10/29/2024) El Pollo Loco plans to open its 500th location by the end of 2024 and is also eyeing previously untapped markets such as Boise, El Paso, Kansas City, and Seattle-Tacoma for growth in 2025 ... (full story)
- SpartanNash Acquires Convenience Chain and Fuel Distribution Business
(progressivegrocer.com - 10/29/2024) The food solutions company announced that it intends to acquire a three-store chain of c-stores and fuel distributor, Markham Enterprises ... (full story)
- TGI Fridays' closings could make some prime real estate available in tight retail market
(costar.com - 10/29/2024) Fast-casual restaurant chain TGI Fridays Inc. has closed about 50 of its U.S. locations in the past week ...
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- Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Acquires Additional Former Big Lots Stores
(stocktitan.net - 10/29/2024) Ollie's Bargain Outlet has won bids for eight additional former Big Lots store leases in the latest bankruptcy sale process, this brings the total number of acquired Big Lots locations to 15 ... (full story)
- Delaware's first Dave's Hot Chicken will open in this former Friendly's restaurant
(delawareonline.com - 10/29/2024) A restaurant chain with growth as hot as its chicken is planning to expand in Dover in a site that was well-known for its cooler concoctions ... (full story)
- Boot Barn Holdings Inc Q2 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Revenue Growth and Strategic
(gurufocus.com - 10/29/2024) The company opened 15 new stores in the second quarter, bringing the total to 425 stores across 46 states, and plans to open 60 new units this year... (full story)
- H-E-B Continues to Expand in North Texas: Irving, Forney and Mesquite
(dallasobserver.com - 10/29/2024) North Texas residents can now look forward to new H-E-B stores opening in Irving, Forney and possibly Mesquite ...
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- ‘Unforeseen circumstances’ forces 85 year old national chain to close locations around Ohio
(614now.com - 10/29/2024) A national chain since 1939 is being evicted from multiple locations around Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky, according to court records ...
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- Crunch Fitness has plans to open three locations in prominent St. Louis-area spots
(spectrumlocalnews.com - 10/28/2024) Locations of a national gym chain are coming to three prominent spots in the St. Louis area...No opening dates have been announced regarding the new gym facilities... (full story)
- Shipley Do-Nuts breaks sales record
(bakemag.com - 10/28/2024) Shipley also added four new stores in the third quarter of 2024, is on track to achieve back-to-back years with record openings and has added more than 100 units to its development pipeline. To support this future expansion, the company recently moved into a new 15,000-square-foot headquarters... (full story)
- Boot Barn Posts Another Strong Quarter; CEO to Exit to Ross Stores
(sgbonline.com - 10/28/2024) For the fiscal year ending March 29, 2025 the company now expects to open a total of 60 new stores ... (full story)
- Opening of Culver’s in New Haven will mark company milestone with giveaway
(wane.com - 10/28/2024) The 1000th location of a staple Midwest restaurant chain is opening its doors in northeast Indiana just over a month from now, the chain also celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2024 ... (full story)
- Dave’s Hot Chicken firing up Arkansas, Missouri
(fastcasual.com - 10/28/2024) Dave's Hot Chicken has locked in a seven-unit franchise agreement to open in Arkansas and Springfield, Missouri ... (full story)
- Von Maur’s Remarkable Makeover
(shoppingcenterbusiness.com - 10/28/2024) Von Maur embarks on a $100 million renovation plan to redefine its department stores for a new generation — and reinvest in the 152-year-old company’s signature customer service ...
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- Why Edible Is Targeting Philadelphia for Franchise Growth in 2024
(1851franchise.com - 10/28/2024) Around three to four new locations in the downtown area and then focus on northern suburbs for additional locations ... (full story)
- Marijuana operator Green Dragon to cease operations by year-end
(mjbizdaily.com - 10/28/2024) Colorado-based marijuana operator Green Dragon is calling it quits ...
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- Perkins Griddle & Go Debuts in the United States With Multi-Unit Development Deal in Texas
(restaurantnews.com - 10/28/2024) The brand has recently signed a 3-unit development deal of its newest Perkins Griddle & Go format, marking Perkins first-ever foray into Texas ... (full story)
- Sky Zone Expands Footprint with Ten New Parks Across U.S. Markets
(franchising.com - 10/28/2024) Sky Zone today announced its plans to expand with the opening of ten new parks including Austin, Seattle, Henderson, Brooklyn and the Atlanta metro area ... (full story)
- 1F Cash Advance Brings Financial Solutions to More Communities
(bnonews.com - 10/28/2024) Residents of Ohio and Texas now have brand new offices they can visit to get a quick solution to their financial needs ... (full story)
- Love’s Marks New Store-Count Milestone
(convenience.org - 10/28/2024) With the opening of two new locations, Love’s Travel Stops surpassed 650 stores ...
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- The Dirt: Raising Cane’s obtains building permit for north Spokane
(spokesman.com - 10/27/2024) A building permit request has been submitted to the city of Spokane for the Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers restaurant announced earlier this year ...
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- Two Parker’s Kitchen locations proposed in Augusta, including site of Burger King
(theaugustapress.com - 10/26/2024) The Parker’s Kitchen convenient store chain is looking to make good on its plan to develop some 10 locations throughout the CSRA ...
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- Hawaiian-born chain to open its first NC location in Fayetteville
(aol.com - 10/25/2024) A Hawaiian lemonade stand will open its first North Carolina location just outside of Hope Mills ... (full story)
- Nexus Gets $765 Million Financing for Big Lots Acquisition
(finance.yahoo.com - 10/25/2024) A federal judge approved Nexus Capital Management as the lead bidder to acquire Big Lots Inc. after the private equity firm obtained $765 million in committed financing to support its proposed acquisition of the discount retailer out of bankruptcy ...
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- New Grocery Chain Could Save Us Lots Of Money Here In New York
(wyrk.com - 10/25/2024) Grocery Outlet has a goal of operating close to 5,000 stores nationally, including here in New York State ... (full story)
- Zaxbys Debuts in New Jersey with Plans for First Six Locations
(franchising.com - 10/25/2024) The first two locations, set to open in South Jersey in the summer of 2025 ... (full story)
- Hannoush Jewelers builds $3M 'flagship' style store in Raynham
(tauntongazette.com - 10/24/2024) The overall appearance of the Raynham store — with its open interior space, tall ceiling and arches — as a “flagship design” for Hannoush Jewelers, which currently has more than 50 locations ... (full story)
- Paris Baguette Closes Another Groundbreaking Quarter, Opening 9 New Cafés, Awarding 53 More ...
(prweb.com - 10/24/2024) The French-inspired bakery café franchise continues to strengthen their leadership team and guest offerings as they celebrate substantial growth across North America...
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- FirstCash Reports Record Third Quarter Operating Results
(manilatimes.net - 10/24/2024) The company is targeting the addition of approximately 90 total pawn locations for 2024 through a combination of new store openings and acquisitions ... (full story)
- Tractor Supply releases Q3 2024 results
(hbsdealer.com - 10/24/2024) The company opened 16 new Tractor Supply stores in the third quarter of 2024... (full story)
- 7-Eleven to open over 600 stores under new design by 2027
(cstoredive.com - 10/24/2024) These locations will showcase a new prototype the company internally calls its New Standard stores ... (full story)
- Plain States Get a Bigger Slice of Toppers Pizza with Backing of Dynamic Nebraska Duo
(restaurantnews.com - 10/23/2024) The business partners have signed an agreement to build four additional Toppers Pizza restaurants over the next four and a half years ... (full story)
- Top 10 Cities Edible® is Looking to Grow Through Franchising
(1851franchise.com - 10/23/2024) Edible, the renowned gifting brand, reveals its strategic plan for significant expansion in 2024, targeting key cities with its innovative NextGen store concept ...
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- Denny's says it expects to close 150 locations by the end of 2025
(nbclosangeles.com - 10/23/2024) Denny’s says it’s closing 150 of its lowest-performing restaurants in an effort to turn around the brand’s flagging sales ...
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- Greenville convenience store chain introduces new retail concept downtown
(gsabusiness.com - 10/23/2024) The Spinx Market & Eatery, a new concept from The Spinx Co., is open in Greenville ...
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- The Paper Store Celebrates 60 Years with Exciting $60 Million Growth Plan
(morningstar.com - 10/23/2024) $60 million investment over five years, The Paper Store is modernizing and expanding into new markets,
opening an Oak Brook, IL store — its first venture into the Midwest ... (full story)
- Batteries Plus Awards 5-Unit Franchise Deal to Expand West Texas Presence
(prnewswire.com - 10/23/2024) Batteries Plus recently signed its latest multi-unit franchise agreement for the development of five new units throughout West Texas ... (full story)
- Nordstrom Rack adds more stores to 2025 lineup — here’s the list
(chainstoreage.com - 10/23/2024) In addition to the Melbourne and Coral Springs locations, Nordstrom Rack has announced plans to open the following stores in 2025: ...
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- Publix is on another growth spurt. Here’s a list of the new supermarkets in Florida
(finance.yahoo.com - 10/23/2024) In October and November, Publix is opening new stores in White House, Tennessee; Alexander City, Alabama; and Dahlonega, Georgia ...
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- Viral 'dirty soda' chain Swig is bringing new locations to these Houston suburbs
(msn.com - 10/22/2024) With three locations stretching across Houston and surrounding cities, Swig plans to expand its footprint in the suburbs ...
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- Restaurant chain with 213 US locations preparing for bankruptcy: Report
(americanmilitarynews.com - 10/22/2024) A new report claims that TGI Friday’s is looking for additional financing as the major restaurant chain prepares to declare bankruptcy ...
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- Stoner's Pizza Opens 50th Location Nationwide
(morningstar.com - 10/22/2024) Stoner's currently operates 50 restaurants system-wide, spanning seven states, with an additional 15 units in development...
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- Subway Announces Plans for Major International Expansion
(franchising.com - 10/22/2024) Subway recently announced it has reached commitments from franchisees to add 10,000 international restaurants ...
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- Bad Ass Coffee Expands into South Carolina with 3-Store Signed Agreement
(franchising.com - 10/22/2024) This Marks the Brand's Exciting Continued Expansion in the State as East Coast Development Gains Steam ...
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- Perspire Sauna Studio Heads for South Florida with Latest 3-Studio Deal
(franchising.com - 10/22/2024) Nation's Leading Infrared and Red-Light Sauna Franchise Reports Rapid Growth in the Sunshine State ...
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- Celebree School Debuts in Colorado with 2-Unit Signed Agreement
(franchising.com - 10/22/2024) Early Childhood Education Franchise to Fill Demand for Quality Care in Greater Denver Market ...
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- A major name in deep dish pizza just opened a Raleigh location (+ another is on the way)
(newsobserver.com - 10/22/2024) A popular national brand of the controversial pizza is expanding in the Triangle with a pair of Wake County locations ...
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- Arhaus picks luxury development for 1st store in Oklahoma
(furnituretoday.com - 10/22/2024) Top 100 retailer Arhaus opened a 17,000-square-foot showroom in Oklahoma City, Okla., in OAK, the new mixed-use luxury development on Oct. 18 ... (full story)
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