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Buddy’s Pizza to Open Canton Township Location on Feb. 26
Buddy’s Pizza is opening its 23rd Michigan location and 7th carry-out store, at 42911 Ford Road in Canton Township, Feb. 26, with all first-day sale proceeds going to the Plymouth-Canton Educational Foundation.
As an additional thank you to its supporters, each day of grand opening week, five Canton Township customers will win free Buddy’s Pizza for a year. Winners will be selected at random.
In addition to Buddy’s authentic Detroit-style pizza, customers will be able to order and pick up other favorites like their Antipasto salad, Buddy Bread, pastas, sandwiches, and more.
Report: U.S. Ambulatory Surgical Center Market Poised for Rapid Expansion
The U.S. Ambulatory Surgical Centers (ASCs) market is experiencing substantial growth, with its valuation at $36.54 billion in 2023, and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.62 percent by 2029, according to a report from researchandmarkets.com.
The report says the number of ASCs in the U.S. is “increasing drastically.” “Hospitals need to invest in ASCs to survive in the competing environment,” the report says. “Many hospitals are investing in their ASCs to shift the cases for surgeries. ASCs can perform the surgeries at higher quality at minimal cost. This is attracting the patients to prefer ASCs over hospitals. Many large hospitals and ASCs are focusing on inorganic growth to expand their market presence in the U.S.
There are more than 6,000 Medicare-certified ASCs in the U.S. The number of ASCs are increasing and will become the future of outpatient settings in the U.S., according to the study.
Among the findings:
- There is a major shift in the number of surgeries from hospitals to ASCs in various specialties. The ownership changes in the market is revolutionizing the numbers of ASCs.
- Hospitals are partnering with physicians to own the ASCs and refer patients to ASCs for surgeries.
- Corporations are partnering with the ASCs, helping them invest in better technology, partnering with physicians, and more.
- This has increased the competition among the health care providers.
“The increasing aged population in the U.S., lifestyle changes, increasing disposable income, obesity, and chronic conditions are increasing the health care issues, in turn increasing the number of surgeries conducted,” the report reads. “ASCs are moving to become a single specialty as they are economical and can become more specialized in one field. This attracts patients with specialty-related issues to get the surgery performed in one particular center as they have more skilled and specialized technology to perform the surgeries.”
Ziebart Ranks No. 150 in Entrepreneur Magazine’s 2024 Franchise 500
As it enters its 65th year of operation, Ziebart International Corp. reflects on a year that saw the addition of a shop in West Virginia, the signing of a multi-unit deal in Texas, and being ranked No. 150 in Entrepreneur magazine’s 2024 Franchise 500 list.
In spring 2023, Ziebart added a store in Triadelphia, W.V. The brand also solidified four new franchising agreements, including Ziebart’s first multi-unit deal to bring three shops to Houston. Additional stores are currently in development in Washington, Penn., Ruskin, Fla., and Phoenix, signaling growing demand for automotive aftermarket services as the used vehicle market continues to shape the auto industry as a whole.
Today, Ziebart operates more than 400 locations and 1,300 service centers in 19 states and 37 countries.
“As we celebrate our company’s 65th anniversary this year, it’s humbling to take a look back at everything we’ve achieved to this point,” says Thomas A. Wolfe, president and CEO of Ziebart. “Our growth is a reflection of the top-of-the-line products and services we offer and the franchise owners that serve their communities, with each location having a significant impact on the lifespan of the used vehicle market.”
In a separate honor, Ziebart was named a Top Franchise for 2024 by Franchise Business Review in the outlet’s 19th annual ranking of the 200 best franchise opportunities.
For more information on Ziebart’s franchising opportunities, visit here.
Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores to Host ‘Lavish’ Easter Brunch
The historic Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Grosse Pointe Shores is hosting a “Lavish Easter Brunch” at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. March 31 in the Lake Shore Room of the Visitor Center.
The Easter Brunch at Ford House promises an “extraordinary culinary experience” featuring a buffet, which includes freshly baked bagels, Danish pastries, fresh fruit, chef-made omelets, fluffy waffles, and more.
Also, the Easter Bunny is expected to make an appearance.
Seating is sold by table, with pricing as follows:
- Table for four is $300 (Friends of Ford House/Members pay $240)
- Table for six is $450 ($360)
- Table for eight is $600 ($480)
- Table for 12 is $900 ($720)
Friends of Ford House enjoy pre-sale access, discounted tickets to all public events, discounts on dining and shopping, and more. To learn how to become a Friend of Ford House, visit here.
For reservations and more information, visit here or call 313- 884-4222.
