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BODYBAR Pilates Adds 40 New Territories to Growth Pipeline

Fast-growing boutique Pilates franchise adds 17 new owners and generates $26 million in sales as it heads toward 100 th studio milestone this fall
FORT WORTH, Texas -- BODYBAR Pilates, a leading modern Pilates franchise, today announced significant development deals and strong systemwide sales coming out of the first half of the year. This includes signing a total of 40 new territories and 17 new franchise owners, bringing its total footprint to 204 territories, with 89 open studios and 70 ...

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Pet Supplies Plus Opens New Location in Queen Creek on July 31

Neighborhood Pet Retailer Brings Best-Price Guaranteed Products, Grooming, Self-Wash Stations and Friendly Service to Local Pet Parents
QUEEN CREEK, Ariz. -- Pet Supplies Plus, the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise, will open in Queen Creek on July 31. Located at 37752 N. Gantzel Rd, the store will offer a wide selection of pet essentials for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, fish, and small animals, along with services including grooming, self-pet wash stations, and carry-out ...

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FASTSIGNS® Reports Record-Breaking First Half of 2026 for Franchise Development as Momentum Continues

International expansion, franchisee satisfaction awards and continued demand from corporate professionals fuel growth for the signage leader
CARROLLTON, Texas -- FASTSIGNS®, the leader in the custom signs and visual solutions industry, announced a record-breaking first half of the year for franchise development sales in 2026, opening 13 new centers and signing 18 franchise agreements across domestic and international markets as the brand continues building momentum into the second half of ...

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RNR Tire Express Gifts Georgia Father a Brand-New 2026 Ford Maverick in Annual Father's Day Giveaway

Valdosta Dad Peyton Childs Surprised with New Truck After Wife's Heartfelt Nomination Earns Top Prize
TAMPA, Fla. -- RNR Tire Express, the leading franchise retailer for tires and custom wheels and part of the multi-brand franchisor company DX3 Brands, is proud to announce Peyton Childs of Valdosta, Georgia, as the winner of the brand's 2026 Father's Day Giveaway. Childs was surprised with a brand-new 2026 Ford Maverick after being selected from more than 18,000 entries submitted by families ...

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Stretch Zone Announces Grand Opening in Mount Prospect, IL

MOUNT PROSPECT, Ill. -- Stretch Zone, the nation's premier practitioner-assisted stretching brand, is excited to announce the opening of its newest location in Mount Prospect, Illinois. The studio is owned and operated by local residents Richie Li and his wife, Chi Gao, who are bringing a deeply personal passion for health, wellness, and mobility to the community.
The new studio is now open offering Mount Prospect residents access to Stretch Zone's proprietary practitioner-assisted ...

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PuroClean's 25th Anniversary Highlights a Legacy of Leadership and a Future Built for Growth

Largest Convention in company history celebrates Franchise Owner achievements, showcases emerging restoration technologies, and outlines PuroClean's next phase of growth.
TAMARAC, Fla. -- PuroClean, a leading international property restoration and remediation franchise, marked its 25th anniversary by bringing together more than 500 Franchise Owners, Home Office Support Team Members, vendor partners, exhibitors, and industry guests at its largest Annual International Convention in company ...

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54% of Job Seekers Expect a Difficult Search Amid Pay, Competition and Job Worries

Rising costs are influencing 89% of job seekers' decisions to pursue new work.
OKLAHOMA CITY -- Finding a job feels difficult for many Americans actively looking for work, according to a new Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey, especially when the right role must match their qualifications, pay needs and long-term goals.
Forty-one percent of U.S. job seekers say they are actively looking for a new job, with 82% focused on full-time positions. Both figures are unchanged ...

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VIO Med Spa Unveils Next-Generation Store Design as New National Brand Standard

Hospitality-inspired redesign reflects the evolution of the VIO brand
Enhanced layout and premium finishes elevate the guest experience
Smaller footprint and streamlined investment model lower development costs
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- VIO Med Spa, a nationally recognized, physician-guided medical spa franchise specializing in advanced, non-invasive aesthetic and wellness treatments, today unveiled its next-generation store concept, marking the most significant evolution of the interior brand ...

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Local Husband-Wife Duo to Open New Pet Supplies Plus Location in North Durham on July 14

Neighborhood Pet Retailer Brings Best-Price Guaranteed Products, Grooming, Self-Wash Stations and Friendly Service to Local Pet Parents
DURHAM, NC. -- Pet Supplies Plus, the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise, will open in Durham on July 14. Located at 5108 North Roxboro Street, the store will offer a wide selection of pet essentials for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, fish, and small animals, along with services including grooming, self-pet wash stations, and carry-out ...

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Celebree School Awards New Franchise Agreement in Phoenix, Marking First Arizona Location

With a Commitment to Grow People Big and Small™, Celebree School Expands Access to High-Quality Education
PHOENIX -- Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education offering infant and toddler care, preschool, and summer camp programs, is entering Arizona with a new franchise agreement in Phoenix. The new school will offer a nurturing, curriculum-based environment that supports the physical, social, emotional, and academic needs of children while adhering to Arizona's early education ...

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BrightStar Care Names Franchise Industry Veteran Josh Wall as CEO to Shape Company's Next Phase of Growth and Innovation

Seasoned Franchise Executive to Build on Brand's Commitment to Clinical Excellence, Franchisee Support and Exceptional Client Experience
CHICAGO -- BrightStar Care, a leading provider of nurse-led home care, skilled care and medical staffing services, today announced the appointment of Josh Wall as Chief Executive Officer. Wall succeeds Andy Ray and will lead the company's next phase of growth by strengthening franchisee success, expanding strategic healthcare partnerships, investing in ...

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Five Star Franchising adds Decorate With Lights as eighth franchise brand


Established specialty lighting company expands nationwide through Five Star Franchising as homeowner demand for permanent, landscape and holiday lighting continues to grow.
SPRINGVILLE, Utah -- Five Star Franchising, a growing platform of home service franchise brands, today announced the nationwide franchise expansion of Decorate With Lights, the eighth brand in its portfolio. Founded in 2016, Decorate With Lights is an established specialty lighting company providing holiday, permanent ...

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