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LA MADELEINE FUSES FALL FLAVORS WITH FRENCH TRADITION FOR UNIQUE SEASONAL MENU

New menu highlights viral decadent Parisien Hot Chocolate
DALLAS -- French-inspired bakery and café la Madeleine is embracing the change in season with the introduction of new, limited-time menu offerings, including pumpkin breakfast and brunch entrées, a savory sandwich and a luxe hot chocolate experience.
The new menu celebrates the joie de vivre of the fall season with mouthwatering offerings that showcase the beloved flavors of autumn:
Pumpkin Praline French Toast — two slices of ...

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Franchise Business Review names Five Star Bath Solutions among Most Profitable Franchises of 2025

The premier bathroom remodeling franchise has been honored for its high growth potential
SPRINGVILLE -- Five Star Bath Solutions, a leading bathroom remodeling franchise known for transforming spaces with style, quality and efficiency, has been named one of the Most Profitable Franchises of 2025 by Franchise Business Review (FBR). The honor underscores the brand's strong business model, owner satisfaction and consistent return on investment.
This recognition highlights Five Star Bath ...

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The New Job Hunt Reality: More Seekers, Longer Timelines, Greater Required Flexibility


Twenty-five percent expect a six-month search, and 83% are willing to take different roles to secure work.
OKLAHOMA CITY -- The labor market is sending mixed signals, and America's job seekers are taking notice. While employers may feel confident, workers are bracing for a tougher road ahead, and many are already making moves.
The latest Express Employment Professionals–Harris Poll survey paints a clear picture: nearly 8 in 10 job seekers (78%) believe employers have the upper hand in ...

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PayMore Opens 100th Store in Charlotte

Leading retail brand reaches significant milestone, showcases consistent growth amid economic uncertainty and tangible benefits for customers
NEW YORK -- PayMore, the nation's largest electronics franchise, today announced the opening of its 100th store in Charlotte, North Carolina. This news comes on the heels of the company's rapid and significant growth – PayMore opened nineteen new locations across the US, Canada, and Europe in Q2 2025 and is slated to open at least 150 total stores by ...

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STRETCH ZONE OPENS NEWEST LOCATION IN BEDMINSTER, NJ

Helping Somerset County Residents Move Better, Feel Better, and Live Better
BEDMINSTER, N.J. -- Stretch Zone, the nation's leading practitioner-assisted stretching brand, is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest studio in Bedminster Township, New Jersey. This marks the first location for owner Ray Kalustyan, with a second studio planned for Chester, NJ, in 2026.
For Ray, this venture is about more than opening a business—it's about helping people. "I have always been into ...

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Cruise Planners Named a Top 50 Most Innovative Franchise of 2025 by Franchise Business Review


CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. -- Cruise Planners, the nation's largest home-based travel advisor franchise network, was identified by Franchise Business Review (FBR) as one of just 50 franchise brands to be named an award-winning franchise in its 2025 report on the Most Innovative Franchises. This marks the fourth time since 2019 that Cruise Planners has been named to this prestigious list.
Franchise Business Review, a research firm that conducts independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, ...

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Two Maids Unveils Innovative Program to Help Franchisees' Employees Thrive at Work and in Life

National Residential Cleaning Brand Launches YouShine Studio to Elevate its Team Development Commitment
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Two Maids, a leading residential cleaning franchise and part of Home Franchise Concepts, is investing in the growth and success of its franchisees' Professional House Cleaners (PHCs) through the launch of an innovative new development program, YouShine Studio.
Available to every PHC across the Two Maids network, the program is designed to help team members thrive not ...

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American Family Care Expands Leadership Team to Fuel Growth Momentum

Nation's Only Urgent Care Franchise Names Kurt Koptish as President, Michael Casey as Chief Development Officer, Nicole Strothman as Chief Legal Officer, and Sean Mercado as Head of Managed Care
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- American Family Care (AFC), the nation's leading provider of urgent care with more than 400 walk-in clinics across the United States, is expanding its leadership team with the addition of four seasoned executives. Kurt Koptish has been named President, Michael Casey joins as Chief ...

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GYMGUYZ Brings In-Home and On-Site Workouts to West Metro & Minnetonka with First Minnesota Territory

Offering Convenient, Customized, and Creative Training for Families and Businesses Across the Community
MINNETONKA, Minn. -- GYMGUYZ, the world's largest in-home and on-site personal training franchise, is now serving the West Metro & Minnetonka, Minnesota area. GYMGUYZ utilizes a fleet of bright red, branded vehicles to bring certified personal trainers, equipment, and workouts right to customers' doors. The incredible convenience of the service, along with its highly customized workouts, ...

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Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N' Wash Celebrate Over 19,000 Successful Pet Adoptions in 2025 Through Nationwide Initiative

Leading Pet Retailers Sets Sights on Helping 20,000 Dogs and Cats Find Forever Homes While Promoting Value of Pet Adoptions
LIVONIA, Mich. -- Committed to helping 20,000 pets find their forever homes in 2025, Pet Supplies Plus and Wag N' Wash are on their way to reaching that goal with 19,303 successful adoptions year-to-date. Having surpassed the 2024 goal of supporting 15,000 adoptions through a nationwide initiative, the brands have built on this commitment to animal welfare by partnering ...

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Local Family Opens Leading Dog Daycare in Norfolk

Offering the Best Care for Your Furry Best Friend, Dogtopia of Norfolk-Ghent Is Set to Open September 22
NORFOLK-GHENT, Va. -- Dogtopia, the nation's leading dog wellness franchise, is opening a new location in Norfolk on September 22. Located at 118 W 21st St, Dogtopia of Norfolk-Ghent will provide award-winning dog daycare, boarding and spa services to dog parents in the community. The 7,500-square-foot facility will also feature a full Earthwise pet nutrition store, offering high-quality ...

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PuroClean Reaches 500-Unit Milestone, Fueled by People-First Leadership and Relentless Customer Service

Over The Last Decade, The Paramedics of Property Damage Have More Than Doubled Their Franchise Location Count, Cementing Their Status as a Restoration Powerhouse
TAMARAC, Fla. -- PuroClean, one of the country's leading property restoration and remediation franchises, proudly announces a historic milestone: the signing of the brand's 500th franchise location. This achievement was made possible through the vision and leadership of PuroClean's owners, Chairman & CEO, Mark W. Davis, and Vice ...

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