Domino’s Pizza Customers Donates Over $18M to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Domino’s Pizza announced that generous customers donated over $18 million to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in 2024, supporting its work in advancing treatments and research of childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The 11-weeklong St. Jude Thanks and Giving campaign ended on Jan. 5, 2025, and raised more than $8.9 million. Prior to the […]
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken Earned Over $235M in Sales Last Year
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, known for over 55 years for its home-style fried chicken, is preparing for an impressive 2025. In 2024, Lee’s systemwide sales exceeded $235 million, with average unit volumes exceeding $1.8 million. Moving into 2025, the brand will focus on both franchise and company-owned unit expansion, improving operational efficiencies, menu innovation, strengthening […]
Great American Cookies and Marble Slab Creamery Announce New Desserts Made with Snickers
FAT Brands’ sister companies – Great American Cookies, the Original Cookie Cake franchise, and Marble Slab Creamery, the homemade small-batch ice cream franchise, are proud to announce their latest offerings – Turtle Cookies and Ice Cream Made with the iconic Mars brand, SNICKERS. Beginning today through April 27, fans can enjoy a new twist on their favorite treats from Great American Cookies and Marble Slab […]
Kona Ice Launches New Licensing Agreement with Hilco Sweets and CandyRific
Kona Ice, the nation’s largest mobile shaved ice franchise, announced a new licensing agreement with Hilco Sweets and CandyRific. This groundbreaking partnership will bring Kona Ice’s iconic flavors to the world of confections, offering fans a new way to enjoy their favorite sweet treats. The new candy line will feature beloved Kona Ice flavors such […]
Krispy Krunchy Chicken Reflects on Major Growth in 2024
Krispy Krunchy Chicken, one of the fastest-growing hot food concepts in the convenience store business with over 3,200 locations, is celebrating 2024 as an outstanding year of growth, menu innovation, and operational improvements. The brand continues to reset expectations in the c-store foodservice space, supplying high-quality, craveable menu items to successful operators throughout the country. […]
Papa Murphy’s Donates 400 Pizzas to Families Impacted by Shooting in Wisconsin
Papa Murphy’s, a longstanding part of the Madison community for over 25 years, is continuing its commitment to give back to local neighborhoods by supporting families affected by the tragic shooting at Abundant Life Christian School in December 2024. The local franchise, owned by father-son duo Joel and Nicholas Meyer, donated 400 pizzas to Abundant […]
McDonalds and Wendy’s Stores in Northern Illinois Partner with Perch Energy
Perch Energy, a leading community solar provider, announced 31 Wendy’s and McDonald’s locations owned by Mike Allegro of All Star Management across northern Illinois are estimated to save over $20,000 annually for 20 years on their electricity costs from local community solar farms in Rockford and Pontiac. This is the latest instance of fast-food chains […]
Wetzel’s Pretzels Reflects on Successful 2024
Wetzel’s Pretzels (Wetzel’s), the nation’s fun-loving pretzel brand, twisted a complete year in 2024, reflecting on unprecedented growth, innovation, and the brand’s 30th-anniversary celebration. In 2024, Wetzel’s Pretzels accomplished significant milestones, opening its 400th store as well as setting a record for opening its most locations in a single year. The brand also expanded internationally, signing a […]
Buffalo’s Cafe Enhances Bar Menu with New Cocktails and Options
Buffalo’s Cafe, Where Everyone Is Family, is pouring out a flurry of new drinks to enhance its bar menu. Guests can now choose from more than ten new sips, including eight new cocktails and five new margaritas—timeless classics with a special Buffalos’ twist. Key cocktail additions, which pay homage to the brand name and its […]
A&W Names Meredeth Jones Vice President of Franchise Development and Design
A&W Restaurants, an all-American QSR with over 100 years of experience in business and serving communities, announced Meredeth Jones as vice president of franchise development and design. Providing more than15 years of experience in franchising, Jones will play a key role in advancing the growth and expansion of the iconic 105-year-old brand. “When growing our […]
Atomic Wings Ignites Growth in 2025
Atomic Wings, the fast-growing chicken wing franchise renowned for its authentic New York-style Buffalo wings, is celebrating an exceptional year of growth and innovation in 2024. With 22 units now open across the U.S. and a strong pipeline of development, Atomic Wings is well on its way to achieving its ambitious expansion goals, aiming to […]