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Small business owners struggling to fill jobs, survey finds
FOX 4 News Dallas-Fort Worth - Texas
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A survey of thousands of the nation’s small businesses found that filling job openings remains a challenge. Some owners say finding quality labor is the biggest problem. DALLAS - A survey of thousands of the nation’s small businesses found that...
Kelly supports new bill aimed at cutting taxes and boosting local economies
Erie County Times - Pennsylvania
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July 3, 2025
Rep. Mike Kelly, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 16th District | Official U.S. House headshotRep. Mike Kelly, U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 16th District | Official U.S. House headshot U.S. Representative Mike Kelly, a Republican...
Local Pennsylvania leaders split on President Trump’s big tax bill; how they voted & their reactions
WPXI - Pennsylvania
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July 4, 2025
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s big tax bill passed through the House of Representatives on Thursday. It came with a tight roll call of 218-214. Two Republicans joined all Democrats who were opposed. It narrowly made its way out of the...
India’s Defence Acquisition Council Approves $12.31 Billion for Local Procurement
Top News
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July 4, 2025
India’s Defence Acquisition Council has cleared Rs. 1.05 trillion (US $12.31 billion) of fresh capital programmes, all reserved for domestic industry—a decisive stride in New Delhi’s quest for defence self-reliance. The ten approvals span...
Small business owner in Somerset rebuilding dream from the studs
Lex 18 - Kentucky
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July 3, 2025
SOMERSET, Ky. (LEX 18) — Residents of Somerset are still in the early stages of recovery following the devastating tornado that tore through the city on May 16. LEX 18 previously introduced you to Emma Mitchell, the owner of Copper Saddle &...
How you can help protect the Okanagan from invasive mussels this summer (Think Local)
Castanet Kamloops
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July 4, 2025
Photo: OBWB Share memories, not invasive mussels. Our shared appreciation for the Okanagan's stunning lakes and the unforgettable experiences they offer is something both long-time residents and countless summer visitors can agree on. Yet, the...
Local elected officials react to passage of 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'
WCYB - Virginia
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Local elected officials have reacted to the passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" on Thursday. Sen. Marsha Blackburn made the following post on X: I’m thrilled to see the House has passed our One Big Beautiful Bill and that it will be sent...
Driving traffic downtown: Summer of Scranton aims to aid small businesses
The Times-Tribune - Pennsylvania
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July 3, 2025
As the weather warms up outside, Scranton Tomorrow officials strive to pull people inside downtown shops and restaurants throughout July. Dozens of businesses will offer special promotions and events during the month in conjunction with a pair of...
Struggles of running a small business highlighted as local shop closes its doors
KTXS - Texas
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ABILENE, Texas — Over half of small businesses don't make it to the decade mark, and for a local boutique that statistic became a reality. "I don't forsay want to close the storefront because I've always dreamed of having a storefront, and we made...
Lee calls for balanced economic growth, regional development
The Korea Times
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July 4, 2025
President Lee Jae Myung on Friday called for balanced economic growth and regional development, as the nation grapples with slow economic growth and rising income equality. Lee said business conglomerates, or chaebol, have helped South Korea...
SME leader projects stronger business climate in second half
Macau Daily Times
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July 4, 2025
The business outlook for the second half of 2025 is showing signs of recovery, according to Sunny Ip, of the Macau Small and Medium Enterprises Development Alliance. Speaking yesterday to the press on the sidelines of an event, Ip said that the...
House Passes One Big Beautiful Bill: What’s Next for Small Businesses?
Small Business Trends
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July 3, 2025
The House passed President Trump’s legislative proposal on Thursday, meeting his goal of having it approved before the July 4 deadline. The measure, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (H.R. 1), was narrowly approved in a 218-214 vote....
Small Business And The Circular Economy: SMBs Are Key To a Sustainable Future
Forbes
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By Olanrewaju Babalola A circular economy encourages businesses to design products and systems where nothing goes to waste.getty If you have been asking yourself this new kind of question of late: How can I grow my business without hurting the...
Central Texas small businesses praise possible tax breaks
KCEN 6 - Texas
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July 3, 2025
Voters will decide if the business inventory tax exemption will expand. SALADO, Texas — From shampoo to hair dryers, a Salado salon owner says it can all be taxed under the business inventory tax. However, Texas Lawmakers just passed a measure to...
Small Business Boom Is Quietly Benefiting These Dividend Stocks
Forbes
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Cheerful shop owner using a digital tablet while standing in her grocery store. Successful female ... More entrepreneur running her small business using wireless technology.getty Ignore the vanilla mainstream media. Small business mojo is gaining...
'They're small business owners': 2 Fort Wayne boys raise thousands for hockey costs with lemonade stand
WANE - Indiana
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July 3, 2025
NEW HAVEN, Ind. (WANE) -- To some, a lemonade stand represents a classic piece of Americana and stands as a symbol of youth and long summer days. For two Fort Wayne boys, starting the venture represents a lifelong lesson and an avenue to be able...
President Calls for Balanced Regional Development, Fairer Economic System
KBS World
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July 4, 2025
Photo : YONHAP News President Lee Jae Myung has called for a fundamental shift in South Korea’s growth strategy, warning that concentrated development has created privileged elites and deepened regional inequality. Speaking at a town hall event in...
Rep. Windhorst urges shopping local during National Independent Retailer Month
SE Illinois News
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July 3, 2025
Patrick Windhorst, Illinois State Representative for 117th District | Official WebsitePatrick Windhorst, Illinois State Representative for 117th District | Official Website State Representative Patrick Windhorst is encouraging residents of...
Island Car Rentals accelerates regional expansion
Jamaica Observer
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July 4, 2025
ICR Holdings Limited, parent company of Island Car Rentals Limited, has called on VM Wealth Management Limited (VMWM) to assist the company’s expansion initiative into Guyana, The Bahamas and the Dominican Republic over the next three years. ICR...
RBI bars foreclosure charges on floating rate loans to micro, small businesses
India Today
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July 3, 2025
The Reserve Bank of India has barred banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) from charging prepayment penalties on floating rate loans to micro and small enterprises (MSEs), effective for all loans sanctioned or renewed on or after...