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Cape Coral car washes: Small businesses with a big footprint
The News Press - Florida
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Cape Coral residents have noticed a proliferation of car washes in their city and question the need for so many. Industry experts attribute the growth to a post-pandemic boom, changing consumer preferences, and automation leading to lower labor...
NFIB Nebraska addresses tax concerns amid steady small business optimism
Cornhusker State News - Nebraska
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July 10, 2025
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index remained mostly unchanged in June, slightly decreasing by 0.2 points to 98.6, which is above the long-term average of 98. A notable rise in business owners reporting excess inventories was a key factor in...
£6.6b investment to boost small businesses – will it go far enough?
Elite Business Magazine
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July 11, 2025
The chancellor’s latest Spending Review represents a pivotal moment when it comes to investing in small businesses, young people, and skills of the future. Rachel Reeves increased the British Business Bank’s total financial capacity by two thirds...
NFIB highlights tax concerns amid steady small business optimism
Minnesota State Wire
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July 10, 2025
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index showed little change in June, decreasing slightly by 0.2 points to 98.6, which remains above the 51-year average of 98. An increase in respondents reporting excess inventories largely influenced this decline....
OpEd: Building a more resilient Baltimore through small businesses
The Business Journals
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July 11, 2025
Baltimore's small businesses have shown remarkable resilience in the face of recent crises, but they need more than just emergency aid to thrive long-term, writes the CEO of the Baltimore Community Foundation.
As Fairfax Co. considers changes to massage therapy oversight, small businesses worry about impact
WTOP - District Columbia
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July 11, 2025
Fairfax County has started the process of rewriting its regulations for massage therapy businesses for the first time in decades. Fairfax County has started the process of rewriting its regulations for massage therapy businesses for the first time...
Community space Stranger Conversations blossoms as a ‘library of human stories’ and life experiences
The Straits Times
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July 11, 2025
SINGAPORE - She had, in her own words, the “perfect Singaporean life” - a stable job, Housing Board flat and a long-term relationship. But deep inside, Ms June Tan still felt unfulfilled, and like she was living a life that was not her own. “It...
How Digital Marketing is Changing Small Businesses in Uganda
Observer
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July 11, 2025
In this current digital age, small businesses in Uganda are not dependent on only walk in customers and word of mouth, to grow their business and serve loyal customers anymore. The emergence of mobile phones, mobile money and social media has...
North Carolina announces $7.3M aid for small business recovery
North Raleigh Today - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
Governor Josh Stein has announced that nine small business recovery projects in western North Carolina will receive grants from the North Carolina Department of Commerce's new Hurricane Helene recovery program. The initiative aims to assist local...
Governor announces grant support for small businesses in Western NC
Old North News - North Carolina
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July 10, 2025
Today, Governor Josh Stein announced the allocation of $7.3 million in grants to aid small business recovery projects in western North Carolina. These funds are part of the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Hurricane Helene recovery program...
Small Business Optimism Recedes, but still above 51-year Average for fourth consecutive month
CityNewsOKC - Oklahoma
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Oklahoma City -– The National Federation of Independent Business found the Small Business Optimism Index fell by 2.1 points last month. Despite the drop to 100.7, that was still the fourth consecutive month above the 51-year average of 98 and is...
Unlocking Growth: How Small Business Associations Boost Success
Small Business Trends
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July 11, 2025
Navigating the world of small business can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Small business associations are here to provide the support and resources you need to thrive. These organizations connect you with fellow entrepreneurs, offer...
SME Corp’s BEEP Plus propels Sarawak-based SSK Resources to greater heights
Borneo Post
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July 11, 2025
Marilyn, SSK Resources’ Project Development Executive, during a presentation about the company. KUCHING (July 11): Sarawak-based engineering firm, SSK Resources (M) Sdn Bhd, has experienced significant growth and transformation since participating...
Mayoral candidates address small business concerns at upcoming virtual forum
Detroit City Wire - Michigan
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July 11, 2025
Sandy K. Baruah, President and Chief Executive Officer at Detroit Regional Chamber | Detroit Regional Chamber Sandy K. Baruah, President and Chief Executive Officer at Detroit Regional Chamber | Detroit Regional Chamber Detroit mayoral candidates...
Eat Hot Springs: Tacos Xilita owner talks quesabirrias, community
The Sentinel-Record - Arkansas
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July 11, 2025
Tacos Xilitla (Hee-leet-la) is a Mexican food truck located at 600 East Grand Ave., with another snack-focused truck in an adjacent lot and other trucks bearing the same name elsewhere in Hot Springs. Owned by Emily Corona, Tacos Xilitla has been...
Small Business Optimism Holds Steady Amid Rising Tax Concerns
Small Business Trends
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July 10, 2025
Small business owners have a lot on their plates amidst shifting economic tides. The NFIB’s latest Small Business Optimism Index report reveals that while small business sentiment has held steady in June, certain pressures linger that could affect...
Canada Day Duck Race raises money for local search and rescue efforts
The Timmins Times
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Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Adam Page is the search coordinator for North Shore Search and Rescue, and says the money raised from the duck race will help pay for insurance and new marine equipment. Photo by AIDAN KALLIOINEN For...
SME Ghana Awards relaunched with MTN as headline sponsor to boost sector growth
CNR Citi Newsroom
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July 11, 2025
As part of efforts to boost the growth and visibility of Ghana’s Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), the prestigious SME Ghana Awards has officially been relaunched, with MTN Ghana as headline sponsor for the 2024 edition. The awards, which...
$7.3M in grants awarded to aid small business recovery projects in WNC
WLOS - North Carolina
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RALEIGH, N.C. (WLOS) — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein announced Thursday that the state is awarding grants to nine small business projects in western North Carolina. The North Carolina Department of Commerce will supply a total of $7.3 million to...
Community events mark Monica De La Cruz's engagement with Texas' 15th District
West RGV News - Texas
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July 10, 2025
Monica De La Cruz, a current member of the U.S. Congress representing Texas’ 15th district, shared updates on local developments and community events through a series of tweets. Having replaced Vicente Gonzalez in 2023, De La Cruz continues to...