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By JoAnna Mueller The longest government shutdown in congressional history has officially come to an end. However, the path forward and negotiations between the left and right are not without challenges. The historic battle between Senate Democrats and Republicans over government funding, which began on October 1 of this year, lasted a grueling 43 days and ended with an agreement to fund the government through January 30....

By Shane LovatoWhy the Southwest Region Isn’t Sitting Still — We’re Building ItAcross the restaurant industry, people keep talking about the comeback — that moment when traffic surges, teams stabilize, and business feels easy again. But in the Southwest Region of KFC, we’ve accepted a simple truth: the comeback isn’t something you wait on. It’s something you build.Instead of watching the market and hoping for...

By Kelly Rodenberg Get Ready to Tune In—Your Next Favorite Show Is Here!Are you searching for something fresh and engaging to add to your podcast playlist? We’re thrilled to announce that a brand-new podcast series focusing on the 2026 Convention is launching! With captivating stories, insightful conversations, and enthralling topics, this show is set to become your go-to listen for inspiration, entertainment, and discovery.Why You’ll Love...

By Kelly Rodenberg In the AKFCF family, there is no shortage of individuals, organizations, and groups doing remarkable things to grow the KFC brand and change lives through the continued efforts made over the last year. It is likely your life has been touched by those special individuals and organizations going above and beyond. Now is your chance to give them the recognition they deserve with...

By Amber Peoples Only days remain for Congress to avoid a potential government shutdown, and the outlook is not optimistic.The deadline for Congress to reach an agreement to fund the government is September 30, the end of the congressional fiscal year. Senate Democrats and Republicans are currently in a stalemate over how to proceed, with the left insisting on including extensions for expiring Affordable Care Act...

By Kelly Rodenberg The AKFCF held its fall board meeting in Dana Point, California recently. In between business, the group participated in some fun team-building activities, including the following: AKFCF Beach Board Olympics First Place – Mission Mashers – red shirts Second Place – Top Gunners – Green Third Place – Capistrano Pirates – Purple Many thanks to our sponsors: Pepsi, Dr Pepper, RTI, Henny Penny, McLane and Winston for their...

By Kelly Rodenberg KFC Family, Thank you for your engagement and participation in the system-wide vote related to increasing the advertising contribution rate effective Oct. 1, 2025, through Mar. 31, 2027, and to change the NCAC’s Certification of Incorporation. On August 29, a confidential electronic ballot was sent to all franchisees and KFCC seeking approval to increase the advertising contribution rate to 5.8% and change the Certificate of...

By Jennifer Thomas This July, our Association family gathered at the beautiful Montage Palmetto Bluff in South Carolina for our annual Summer Board Meeting, July 20–23, 2025. I am thrilled to share that the event was one of our most engaging and memorable gatherings yet, bringing together 53 attendees, including board members, franchisees, invited guests, and valued sponsors. Our time together began with a Sunday evening welcome...

By Kelly Rodenberg Are you registered? We are preparing to roll out the KFC Comeback plan along with the agreements that are a part of it, at an all-franchisee meeting in Plano, Texas, on August 28-29. The email was sent out to franchisees of record. If you have not registered, you can find the information you need here:  RSVP for Comeback Rally If you cannot attend, please use...

By Kelly Rodenberg Each year, when spring yields to the exuberance of June, summer unfolds before us like a blank canvas. There are plans scribbled in notepads, bucket lists tacked to refrigerators, and dreams of lazy afternoons by the pool or beach. The freedom of longer days carries with it an intoxicating sense of possibility, encouraging us to do more, see more, and be more. Yet, as...