Glen Bell, Taco Bell founder, passes away

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January 17, 2010

Glen W. Bell Jr., 86, founder of the Taco Bell restaurant chain, passed away Sunday evening in his home in Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.   One of the founding…

Burger King to open in Russia this week

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January 17, 2010

Burger King will open its first Russian operation this week, under license of coffeehouse chain Shokoladnitsa, according to RT.com. The first restaurant will…

U.S. Foodservice donates to Haiti fund

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January 17, 2010

In response to the earthquake in Haiti, U.S. Foodservice, the nation's premier food distributor, has donated $50,000 to the American Red Cross International…

More QSRs join Haiti relief efforts

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January 17, 2010

More quick-service restaurants are taking part in relief efforts for victims of last week's devastating earthquake in Haiti. On Friday, McDonald's Corp. and…

Wi-Fi now free at many McDonald's USA stores

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January 17, 2010

The majority of McDonald's restaurants across the United States are now offering free Wi-Fi, including more than 600 McDonald's restaurants in Los Angeles…

McDonald's, Yum! contribute to Haiti disaster relief

January 14, 2010

Krispy Kreme adopts new shareholder protection rights agreement

January 14, 2010

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. has announced that its board of directors has adopted a shareholder protection rights agreement to replace the company's existing…

Sonic Corp. elects Kathryn Taylor to board

January 14, 2010

Sonic Corp. has announced that Kathryn L. Taylor has been elected to its board of directors. Her election was announced at Sonic's annual stockholders…

Arby's, Dr Pepper offer contest for trip to Country Music Awards

January 14, 2010

Arby's has partnered with Dr Pepper in a contest offering 10 people the chance to attend the 45th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on April 18 at the MGM…

Tasti D-Lite uses Twitter, FourSquare to launch loyalty program

January 14, 2010

Frozen dessert chain Tasti D-Lite has launched its new TastiRewards loyalty program with a promotion that helps members earn reward points by sharing their…

Humane Society hopes to influence Jack in the Box as stockholder

January 14, 2010

The Humane Society of the United States is one of several organizations who have lobbied the restaurant industry to improve animal welfare practices in the…

McDonald's, Yum! contribute to Haiti disaster relief

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January 14, 2010

Krispy Kreme adopts new shareholder protection rights agreement

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January 14, 2010

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. has announced that its board of directors has adopted a shareholder protection rights agreement to replace the company's existing…

Sonic Corp. elects Kathryn Taylor to board

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January 14, 2010

Sonic Corp. has announced that Kathryn L. Taylor has been elected to its board of directors. Her election was announced at Sonic's annual stockholders…

Arby's, Dr Pepper offer contest for trip to Country Music Awards

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January 14, 2010

Arby's has partnered with Dr Pepper in a contest offering 10 people the chance to attend the 45th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on April 18 at the MGM…

Tasti D-Lite uses Twitter, FourSquare to launch loyalty program

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January 14, 2010

Frozen dessert chain Tasti D-Lite has launched its new TastiRewards loyalty program with a promotion that helps members earn reward points by sharing their…

Humane Society hopes to influence Jack in the Box as stockholder

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January 14, 2010

The Humane Society of the United States is one of several organizations who have lobbied the restaurant industry to improve animal welfare practices in the…

Dunkin' Donuts offers online discounts to Veterans Advantage members

January 13, 2010

Dunkin' Donuts is teaming with Veterans Advantage to offer special discounts on online purchases to active members of the Veterans Advantage benefit program, a…

TacoTime turns 50, launches LTO special

January 13, 2010

TacoTime, known for serving fresh, quality Mexican food, is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a quick-service concept.   In celebration of this important…

New Jersey passes menu labeling

January 13, 2010

Local and state governments continue to develop and pass legislation requiring chain restaurants to post calorie counts on their menus and menu boards, despite…