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Lightbridge Academy Reimagines the Family Experience with New Website and "Big Steps" Campaign

Top-Ranked Early Childhood Education Franchise Deepens Its Commitment to the Milestones That Matter Most
ISELIN, N.J. -- Lightbridge Academy, Innovators in Educational Child Care® and one of the fastest-growing early childhood education franchises with over 200 centers either open or in development, announces the launch of its fully redesigned website alongside the debut of its new "Big Steps" campaign, a brand initiative celebrating the everyday milestones that define the early childhood ...

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Huffman Family Foundation Commits $2 Million+ to Philanthropic Efforts Across Maryland


Investments Support Students & Families Through Education, Community Partnerships, and Access to Opportunity
BALTIMORE -- Huffman Family Brands, a unified umbrella company dedicated to social development, innovation, and empowerment, has donated over $2 million to support schools, universities and community organizations across Maryland through the Huffman Family Foundation. The investments reflect the organization's ongoing commitment to expanding educational opportunities, strengthening ...

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AlphaGraphics named to Franchise Business Review's Most Profitable Franchises list for 2026

The independent research firm's list recognizes brands that combine strong earnings with high owner satisfaction
DENVER -- AlphaGraphics, a leading franchisor of printing and marketing solutions, announced today that it is one of only 50 franchises to be named to Franchise Business Review's (FBR) 2026 Most Profitable Franchises list for the third consecutive year.
The annual ranking is based on FBR's independent research of franchise owner performance and satisfaction. To qualify, brands ...

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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 Helpers® 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 Helpers® 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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UNITS® 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. -- UNITS® 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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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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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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Footprints Floors Launches Nationwide Contest Offering $10,000 Remodel Prize

Customer contest celebrates home transformations with flooring and bathroom projects
DENVER -- Footprints Floors, a leading flooring and bathroom remodeling franchise, recently launched the Footprints On My Floors Contest. The contest gives eligible homeowners who completed a qualifying project the chance to win up to $10,000 toward a future flooring or bathroom remodel.
The contest runs through September 22, 2026. It invites homeowners who have previously worked with Footprints Floors or ...

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Comfort Keepers® Franchise Growth Accelerates in 2026 With 14 New Territories as In-Home Senior Care Demand Rises

As more families seek support for aging loved ones at home, Comfort Keepers continues to expand with 14 new territories signed through midyear.
IRVINE, Calif. -- As demand for in-home senior care continues to grow across North America, Comfort Keepers® is carrying strong momentum into the second half of 2026. The brand signed 14 new franchise territories and opened four locations during the first six months of the year, expanding its footprint across Texas, Florida, Maryland, Delaware, ...

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