Baltimore sees first population growth in a decade, aided by sanctuary policies, immigration
BALTIMORE, MD — Baltimore’s population has increased for the first time since 2014, according to new estimates released by the U.S. Census Bureau. The city’s population grew from 565,271 in 2023 to…
Job Growth Shatters Expectations In November As Labor Market Stays Tight
Job Growth Shatters Expectations In November As Labor Market Stays Tight John Hugh DeMastri on December 2, 2022 The U.S. added 263,000 jobs in November, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics…
Governor Murphy’s hands-off policy on black bears has led to population growth, dangers
TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy issued a moratorium on the annual black bear hunt in New Jersey shortly after he took office. Now, the black bear population has exploded…
Dine-ins, Drive-Thrus, and Digital: Taco Bell is Redefining the Restaurant of the Future with Ambitious Growth Pipeline
The brand looks ahead to its next 1,000 locations and beyond, planning for an ever-evolving future with industry-defying restaurant formats Irvine, CA (RestaurantNews.com) Taco Bell is looking long-term as it reinvents what…
Wingers Prepares to Scale New Heights Through Significant Franchise Growth
Fast-growing casual brand sets sights on Intermountain West and Midwest, plans to open in three new markets each year Salt Lake City, UT (RestaurantNews.com) Following a year that forced restaurant brands to…
PJ’s Coffee Poised for Continued Franchise Growth in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Mississippi
Gourmet Coffeehouse Franchise to Stimulate Economy in Key Southern States Over the Next Three Years New Orleans, LA (RestaurantNews.com) PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans – a gourmet coffee company renowned for its…
Teriyaki Madness Celebrates 100th Shop Opening in Katy, TX On the Heels of Exceptional Growth in 2020
Hometown husband-and-wife entrepreneurs will open this milestone shop, their second location of this booming franchise, with lots more on the way. Denver, CO (RestaurantNews.com) Hey, ya’ll. Teriyaki Madness is about to hit…
Franchise Growth Solutions Adds Biggby Coffee to Its Franchise Roster in 2021
New York, NY (RestaurantNews.com) Franchise Growth Solutions, LLC, one of the leading franchise development and sales organizations, has added BIGGBY® COFFEE to its growing list of franchise concepts available in 2021. BIGGBY®…
Rush Bowls Poised for Explosive Growth in Healthy Fast-Casual Space
Pioneer in fruit and veggie bowls industry set for additional national expansion Boulder, CO (RestaurantNews.com) Rush Bowls – a fast-casual concept known for its fresh and healthy meals-in-a-bowl – is poised to…
Smoothie King Reports Outstanding 18% Same-Store Sales Growth During Q1
Global Franchise Leader in Healthy Lifestyle Smoothies is off to a Hot Start in 2021, Opening 32 Stores and Receiving Signed Agreements for 71 Future Stores Dallas, TX (RestaurantNews.com) After closing out…
On The Border Signs First New Franchisee in Over 10 Years, Brand Poised for Major Growth with Franchise Pipeline
Perspective Hospitality to bring On The Border to South Padre Island this summer South Padre Island, TX (RestaurantNews.com) Following a year of uncertainty and trying times for the restaurant industry, On The…
Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group Poised for Growth
John mckay Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group Adds to Leadership Team to Propel Expansion New Orleans, LA (RestaurantNews.com) New Orleans-based Ruby Slipper Restaurant Group, comprised of the iconic Ruby Slipper Café and sister…
Happy Joe’s Spreads Its Magic Across the Midwest Through Targeted Franchise Growth
New CEO drives popular family-centric pizza concept’s expansion with new restaurant openings, franchise incentives and conversion strategy Bettendorf, IA (RestaurantNews.com) Driven by the passion of its new CEO, Happy Joe’s Pizza &…
Taco John’s Seeks Over 6,000 Team Members Following Impressive Sales and Growth
Popular quick-service restaurant searches for thousands of employees systemwide Cheyenne, WY (RestaurantNews.com) After experiencing record-breaking sales and rapid growth, Taco John’s is on the lookout for more than 6,000 talented, enthusiastic individuals…
Epic Wings Signs 39 Store Franchise Agreement Following Aggressive Growth Strategy
Emerging brand to open locations in LA County, Dallas, Houston & Las Vegas San Diego, CA (RestaurantNews.com) San Diego based Epic Wings has signed a 39 store franchise agreement with an experienced…
Clean Juice Momentum Sets Stage for Stellar Brand Growth
Leading Organic QSR Continues to Ascend in Q1 2021 Clean Juice, the first and most prolific USDA-certified organic juice bar franchise, released its 2021 first-quarter financial report today showing strong continued growth…
Ledo Pizza Seeks More Than 1,000 Team Members Following Rapid Growth
Popular Maryland-based pizza brand to hold open interviews at all 107 restaurants on May 10 Annapolis, MD (RestaurantNews.com) Ledo Pizza is on the lookout for more than 1,000 enthusiastic, hardworking individuals to…
Restaurant Growth Services, LLC Promotes Mark Spurgin to Chief Supply Chain Officer
Mark spurgin Spurgin Commended for His Leadership During the COVID-19 Challenges and Improving Store-level Margins for Over 400 Restaurants Nashville, TN (RestaurantNews.com) Restaurant Growth Services, LLC (“RGS”), a management services company that…
Chicago Real Estate Developer Puts Fizz into A&W’s Growth Strategy with Plans for Five Restaurants
Lee and Karin Fry Reopening Former Burger King as an A&W Iconic brand focusing on Chicago as part of aggressive expansion plan Lexington, KY (-) After spending more than 30 years helping…
The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill Announces Ongoing Growth with a Multi-Unit Development Agreement for The Charleston, South Carolina Market
Multi-Unit franchise agreement with local entrepreneur to open five locations with the first opening in Charleston, October 2021! West Palm Beach, FL (-) The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, an award winning and…
Chicken Shack Selects Mobivity’s Text Marketing Platform to Fuel Continued Growth
For Tech Savvy Operator, Mobivity’s SmartMessage™ Will Help Promote New Products, Drive Guest Frequency and Build Preopening Subscriber Base for New Locations Phoenix, AZ (-) Mobivity Holdings Corp. (OTCQB: MFON), a global…