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Convern over small businesses in downtown Springfield closing
Capitol City Now - Illionis
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July 9, 2025
Springfield, IL (WAND) -In the past few months, restaurants Jerk Shop Go, Tacology 201, Loukinens’ on 4th, MaryFlor Mexican Restaurant and the Wakery have announced they are closing their doors. Elizabeth Wake, owner of the Wakery, says there are...
Small business optimism steady despite tax concerns
Sunshine Sentinel - Florida
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July 8, 2025
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index for June showed a slight decline, dropping 0.2 points to 98.6, which remains slightly above the long-term average of 98. The decrease was primarily due to an increase in reports of excess inventories....
As Canada eyes direct-to-consumer alcohol sales, most support easier trade
Global News
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July 9, 2025
Most Canadians will soon be able to order alcohol products directly from producers in other provinces by next spring or earlier, a move aimed at breaking down internal trade barriers as U.S. tariffs weigh on business growth and the job market....
Small Business Owners in Washington Face Tax Challenges Ahead
KONA - Washington State
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July 8, 2025
(The Center Square) – Patrick Connor, Washington state director for the National Federation of Independent Business, views the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index staying steady in June – a slight decrease of 0.2 points to 98.6 – as a positive sign...
The new tax law fuels inequality and displaces Black communities
Triangle Tribune - North Carolina
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The legislation President Donald Trump signed into law on July 4 —celebrated by Republican Senator Tim Scott as a milestone of “fiscal responsibility” and “opportunity” — is, in fact, a sprawling blueprint for further concentrating wealth,...
COSBOA launches annual Small Business Perspectives survey
Inside Small Business
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July 9, 2025
The Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) is conducting its 2025 Small Business Perspectives survey and is seeking the participation of local business owners. COSBOA stated that the survey results will enable the organisation...
Support for Small Business Growth in Miramar
South Florida Caribbean News
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July 9, 2025
Mirabella Plaza in Miramar MIRAMAR – The City of Miramar proudly invites its newest Caribbean American-owned businesses to participate in the inaugural “Journey to Success” contest, part of the Miramar Means Business initiative. This event, hosted...
Lawmakers demand 'immediate’ probe into anti-ICE tracking app: ‘Target on their backs’
Fox News
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July 9, 2025
President Donald Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said they are working with the Department of Justice to hold the network accountable for 'illegal' and 'false' reports. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! FIRST ON FOX: A...
Paralex comes out of beta combining AI + real time legal support
Legal IT Insider
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July 9, 2025
A new legal tech platform that says it will transform how US startups and small businesses access legal support came out of its beta this week. Paralex, developed by attorney of over 29 years, Stephen Candelmo, will offer founders and...
Campaign Almanac: State lawmakers endorse Feenstra for Iowa governor
The Gazette - Iowa
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The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. DES MOINES — Randy Feenstra’s run for governor has been endorsed by 22 state legislators, including four in leadership positions, Feenstra’s campaign...
Danielle Gifford: AI is already reshaping your SMB team, whether you planned for it or not
Digital Journal
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July 9, 2025
Danielle Gifford, managing director of AI at PwC. - Photo by Jennifer Friesen, Digital Journal “Don’t do AI for the sake of AI,” says Danielle Gifford, managing director of AI at PwC. “Really make sure what you’re leveraging it for in terms of the...
Ferndale businesses targeted in extortion scheme, Nessel alleges in lawsuit
Detroit Metro Times - Michigan
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July 9, 2025
Steve Neavling Como’s Restaurant is among 17 Ferndale businesses targeted in an alleged extortion scheme. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a lawsuit against two men accused of creating fake companies to harass and intimidate small...
Small businesses targets of violent crime
Barbados Today
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July 8, 2025
1 The recent pronouncement by head of the Criminal Justice Research and Planning Unit (CJRPU), that on current trajectory, Barbados could record some 60 homicides by year-end, should give every citizen pause. Beyond the unenviable record position...
SME’s business needs business protection insurance: Safeguard your business from disasters
Joy FM
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July 9, 2025
In Ghana, where small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) play a critical role in driving economic growth and employment, the risks faced by small business owners are significant and ever-present. From fires, floods, and theft to unexpected...
Ottawa launches red tape review, looking to scrap outdated regulations
The Globe and Mail
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July 9, 2025
Open this photo in gallery:The Treasury Board announced Wednesday that ministers will undertake reviews of regulations in their own portfolios and propose ways to eliminate excessive bureaucracy.Sean Kilpatrick/The Canadian Press The federal...
Despite cuts, Montana lawmakers say superintendents have told them Montana's national parks are adequately staffed
Hungry Horse News - Montana
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July 9, 2025
Montana’s Congressional delegation lauded the passage last week of the recently passed federal tax cut and spending package known as the “Big Beautiful Bill.” But a national park’s advocacy group claims the bill is bad for national parks. “Since...
ET Make in India SME Regional Summits: This bank is revolutionising MSME financing
The Economic Times
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July 9, 2025
On June 26, the ET Make in India SME Regional Summits made their fourth pitstop of 2025 in Thane. The Summits are India’s premier platform for connecting with the country's micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) at a hyperlocal level,...
California's small business optimism index remains steady amid tax deduction extension
Golden State Today - California
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July 8, 2025
Max Ordonez chairman of the NFIB California Leadership Council | Official WebsiteMax Ordonez chairman of the NFIB California Leadership Council | Official Website SACRAMENTO, Calif., July 8, 2025—The National Federation of Independent Business...
Launch of Small Business Support Project for Victims of Aggression Remnants in Hodeidah
Yemen News Agency SABA
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July 9, 2025
Launch of Small Business Support Project for Victims of Aggression Remnants in Hodeidah [Wed, 09 Jul 2025 06:24:14 +0300] Hodeidah (Saba) – The Yemeni Red Crescent Society in Hodeidah Governorate launched a project to distribute financial grants...
Delegate Lovejoy on suspect release law: 'We've got to stop passing feel-good bills that put our communities in actual danger'
Prince William Reporter - Virginia
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July 9, 2025
Ian Lovejoy, member of the Virginia House of Delegates. | XIan Lovejoy, member of the Virginia House of Delegates. | X Ian Lovejoy, a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, expressed concerns over a 2021 law that he claims enabled the release...