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Proactive Building Maintenance

by Katie Lee

— By Jim Rechtin, Jr. — Stay ahead & save big with routine preventative maintenance for building exteriors. All matter breaks down over time. The structures that surround us today are no exception to that law of physics. Some building materials are more durable than others, like stone and steel, but unfortunately the days of structures surviving thousands of years, like the Egyptian pyramids and Roman cathedrals, are over. Most structures erected today have a life expectancy of less than 100 years, with each building component designed to work for …

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Meijer to Open First Grocery Format Store in Indiana

by Katie Lee

Grand Rapids, Mich. — Meijer will open its new 90,000-square-foot grocery format store, first launched in 2023 with two locations in Michigan, on July 11 at the Promenade of Noblesville in Noblesville, Ind. This is the first grocery format store by Meijer in Indiana, complementing its other 42 well-known supercenters throughout the state. “Meijer has been providing an exceptional shopping experience to customers across Indiana for 30 years, and the Meijer Grocery in Noblesville will further solidify our commitment to the Hoosier State,” says Travis Bernath, Noblesville Meijer Grocery Store …

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Captain D’s Signs Largest Franchise Agreement to Develop 26 Locations

by Katie Lee

Nashville, Tenn. — Captain D’s, the nation’s leading fast-casual seafood restaurant, has signed a 26-store franchise development agreement. This agreement will bring Captain D’s restaurants to St. Louis, Indianapolis and North Carolina over the next several years led by experienced multi-brand franchisees Keith Johnson and Kevin Davis of Amazing Food Concepts. The business partners also acquired and currently operate 15 Captain D’s in the St. Louis area and Illinois. “We are pleased to welcome Keith and Kevin to the Captain D’s team. They have a proven history of success across …

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Annapolis Town Center Plans 46,000-Square-Foot Expansion of Life Time Fitness

by Katie Lee

Annapolis, Md. — Annapolis Town Center plans to expand Life Time Annapolis to include 11 indoor pickleball courts. Construction is set to begin later this spring with completion planned by end of year. Once complete, Life Time Annapolis will expand to nearly 90,000 square feet, following its initial November 2022 opening. The project will transform the former Bed Bath & Beyond with the addition of the pickleball courts, a pickleball lounge and a viewing area, along with a new dedicated Alpha Signature Group Training space. “We’re thrilled about the expansion …

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Carvel® Marks 90th Anniversary with New Logo and Refreshed Shoppe Design

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Carvel®, GoTo Foods’ classic ice cream brand known for The Original Soft Serve® and its iconic ice cream cakes and treats, is celebrating its 90th birthday with the introduction of a brand-new shoppe design as well as a new logo. The first two shoppes to debut the new Carvel design recently opened in Gainesville, Fla., and in Jamaica, N.Y. The new design is driven by the brand’s commitment to modernizing and refreshing the brand while simultaneously continuing to grow the brand in both new and existing markets across …

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Rally House Surpasses 200 Retail Store Locations

by Katie Lee

Lenexa, Kan. — Rally House, the fastest growing sports and local apparel retailer in the nation, hit a major company milestone at the end of April by surpassing 200 storefront locations throughout the United States. The family-owned company, who has been in business since 1989, has doubled its store count in just over 2 years. During the weekend of April 27-28, Rally House opened new stores in its existing markets of Philadelphia; Louisville, Ky.; West Virginia; and Chicago, as well as opening its first location in Buffalo, N.Y. The busy …

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Von Maur to Invest $100 Million on Interior Store Renovations

by Katie Lee

Davenport, Iowa — Von Maur Department Store is undergoing an extensive, multi-phased renovation of its brick-and-mortar locations over the next 5 years. The retailer will invest more than $100 million to showcase an entirely new interior aesthetic as the 152-year-old company continues to prioritize the shopping experience for its customers. “As Von Maur has grown, new stores have evolved to reflect the trends present in residential design. It is important that we reinvest in our existing locations and bring those same updates to the customers that have been the bedrock …

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Fogo de Chão to Open First Oklahoma Location

by Katie Lee

Oklahoma City — Fogo de Chão, the internationally renowned restaurant from Brazil, has signed a lease agreement to open its first Oklahoma location in Oklahoma City. The new 8,439-square-foot restaurant is scheduled to open later this year at 13710 Pennsylvania Ave. in Memorial Square. “We are excited to introduce Fogo to the Oklahoma market and expand our Southwest footprint with our first restaurant in Oklahoma City,” says Barry McGowan, chief executive officer of Fogo de Chão. “Our restaurant will serve as a memorable addition to Oklahoma City’s dining scene and …

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Burger King to Invest $300 Million to Remodel 1,100 U.S. Restaurants by 2028

by Katie Lee

Miami — Burger King plans to invest $300 million to modernize 1,100 U.S. restaurants by 2028, according to parent company Restaurant Brands International Inc. Each restaurant will be renovated in a new layout, called Sizzle, that emphasizes flexibility as well as the digital, pickup and drive-thru experiences. In addition to the planned renovations, the investment will also cover cash incentives for top-performing operators. “We are committed to giving our guests the very best experience in all our restaurants and that includes a modern, exciting restaurant image and digital experience that …

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Not Up to Code

by Katie Lee

— By Scott Smith — Better understanding issues of exterior code infractions ­at retail and restaurant facilities. Retail locations often struggle with handling issues of code compliance, rightfully so as they can be challenging and lengthy to navigate. Hopefully this article can give some insight as to how to tackle and navigate through local code compliance issues. The focus will be on exterior landscaping issues to not only curtail fines but to keep your local community happy while not disrupting your core business. Many times, retail or restaurant management teams …

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