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PIRTEK USA Maintains Strong Growth Momentum Through Midyear

Nation's Leading Hydraulic and Industrial Hose Service Franchise Continues National Expansion, Earns Industry Recognition at Year's Midpoint
ROCKLEDGE, Fla. -- PIRTEK USA, the nation's leading provider of on-site and retail hydraulic and industrial hose services, continued building on its record-setting momentum during the second quarter of 2026, opening 10 new locations while awarding 11 additional territories across key markets throughout the United States.
Following its milestone of ...

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Sport Clips Haircuts On Pace for Significant Unit Expansion By End of 2026

Sport Clips Haircuts is six months into a deliberate franchise growth plan, and the signings, openings and market data tell the story of a brand executing against its own playbook.
GEORGETOWN, Texas -- Six months into 2026, Sport Clips Haircuts is building momentum across its franchise system, posting stronger development activity than the brand saw at the same point last year and positioning itself for net positive unit growth.
Fueled by a combination of new Team Leaders, expansion by ...

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BODYBAR PILATES EXPANDS TEXAS FOOTPRINT, INKS THREE-STUDIO DEAL IN SAN ANTONIO

Texas natives and first-time franchise owners to bring multiple studios to Bexar County
FORT WORTH, Texas -- BODYBAR Pilates, the high energy, reformer-based Pilates studio, today announced the signing of a new development deal to open three studios in greater San Antonio.
Leading the growth are first-time franchise owners and operators, Laurie and Eric Falcon. The husband-and-wife team will bring three BODYBAR Pilates studios to the Alamo Heights, Stone Oak and La Cantera communities, ...

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BODYBAR PILATES TO OPEN FIRST SOUTH FLORIDA STUDIO IN MIDTOWN MIAMI ON JULY 20

Fitness studio to offer exclusive grand opening promotions and host community events
MIAMI -- BODYBAR Pilates, the high energy, reformer-based Pilates studio, today announced it will open its first South Florida location in Midtown Miami on July 20.
Located at 2816 NE 2nd Ave Suite 2816, BODYBAR Pilates Midtown Miami is offering a limited number of founding memberships, along with priority booking and a complimentary class prior to opening. On Mondays, BODYBAR Pilates Midtown Miami will ...

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STRETCH ZONE OPENS JULY 16 ON MANHATTAN'S UPPER EAST SIDE

New practitioner-assisted stretching studio expands access to personalized mobility and wellness in one of New York City's most vibrant neighborhoods
NEW YORK -- Stretch Zone, the nation's leading brand for practitioner-assisted stretching, officially opens Stretch Zone Upper East Side today, bringing its personalized stretching experience to Manhattan's Upper East Side. The studio is owned and operated by David Ganjei and Ahmed Mohamed, marking Ganjei's third Stretch Zone location. ...

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Assisted Living Locators Helps Families Understand the True Cost of Senior Living

National senior care advisory franchise encourages families to compare all expenses before assuming senior living is unaffordable
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- Assisted Living Locators, a nationwide senior placement and referral service, is encouraging families to take a closer look at the true cost of senior living as rising healthcare and housing expenses continue to impact older adults and their caregivers.
Many families assume remaining at home is the most affordable option, but experts say ...

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IS YOUR BUSINESS SIGNAGE ADA COMPLIANT? A PLAIN-LANGUAGE GUIDE FROM FASTSIGNS

The nation's leading sign and graphic center franchise breaks down the federal requirements for tactile lettering, braille, contrast and mounting height into a simple checklist business owners can use today
CARROLLTON, Texas -- Many business owners assume their signage is compliant simply because it looks professional. In reality, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sets specific, measurable standards for text height, contrast, braille placement and mounting location, and that's why ...

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BODYBAR PILATES TO OPEN SECOND NORTH CAROLINA STUDIO THIS AUGUST

Fitness studio coming to North Raleigh, offering exclusive grand opening promotions and host community events
RALEIGH, N.C. -- BODYBAR Pilates, the high energy, reformer-based Pilates studio, today announced the opening of its second North Carolina studio and first in Wake County, located at 8111 Creedmoor Road, Suite 125 in Raleigh. The new studio is slated to open Monday, August 31, pending construction timelines.
Leading up to the grand opening, a limited number of founding memberships ...

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Employers Plan to Hire in Second Half of 2026, but Nearly Half Can't Fill Open Roles


Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll: Growing workloads, newly created positions and turnover are driving demand through year-end.
OKLAHOMA CITY -- Employers are heading into the second half of 2026 with plans to hire, but many are still struggling to find the workers they need.
A new Express Employment Professionals-Harris Poll survey found 84% of U.S. hiring managers feel positive about their company's hiring outlook for the remainder of 2026, nearly unchanged from 85% in the ...

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TOP FIVE THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE HOME CARE INDUSTRY

Home HelpersŪ Home Care Shares What Families and Aspiring Franchise Owners Need to Understand About the $173.6 Billion Home Care Industry's Growth
CINCINNATI -- The home care industry is growing faster than most people realize, and aspiring entrepreneurs paying attention are the ones best positioned to benefit. Home HelpersŪ Home Care, a nationally recognized leader in home care franchising since 1997, is sharing five foundational facts that cut through the noise and explain why the category ...

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BODYBAR PILATES TO OPEN FIRST NEW HAMPSHIRE STUDIO THIS SUMMER

Fitness studio coming to Exeter, offering exclusive grand opening promotions and hosting community events
EXETER, N.H. -- BODYBAR Pilates, the high energy, reformer-based Pilates studio, today announced it will open its first studio in The Granite State, located at 71 Portsmouth Avenue in Exeter. The grand opening is scheduled for Monday, August 10, pending construction timelines.
Leading up to the grand opening, a limited number of founding memberships are available, offering early ...

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UNITSŪ Moving and Portable Storage Named Best Moving Container Company for Customer Reviews by Forbes Advisor

National recognition highlights UNITS' commitment to customer service, transparent pricing and locally owned moving and storage support
CHARLESTON, S.C. -- UNITSŪ Moving and Portable Storage, a leading national moving and portable storage franchise system, is proud to announce that it has been recognized by Forbes Advisor as the Best Moving Container Company for Customer Reviews.
Earning a Spot on the List
As part of its expert review of 12 moving container companies, Forbes Advisor ...

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