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'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...
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...
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...
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 businesses in downtown LA impacted by ICE-related protests may apply for SBA loan
Los Angeles Daily News - California
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July 3, 2025
The U.S. Small Business Administration has approved California state officials’ request for federal disaster relief for businesses in downtown Los Angeles impacted by a series of recent protests stemming from federal immigration enforcement...
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...
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...
'One of the Most Consequential Bills Ever': Here's How the 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Will Affect Small Businesses
Entrepreneur
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July 3, 2025
President Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill" passed the House on Thursday, 218-214. (There's even a Domino's Pizza-style tracker on the White House website — "We are preparing your tax cuts..." it reads.) President Trump is expected to sign the...
U.S. Rep. Moran calls Trump's budget bill 'pro-hard working family, small business'
KYTX/CBS 19 - Texas
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Moran explained it is both a spending and revenue bill, and while he had hoped for more spending cuts, he believes it is a strong piece of legislation. WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — U.S. Rep. Nathaniel Moran said President Donald Trump’s budget bill...
Meta Launches Gaming Accelerator to Fuel Small Business Innovation with VCs
Small Business Trends
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July 3, 2025
India’s gaming sector is set for an exciting transformation with the launch of the Meta Gaming Accelerator, a new initiative aimed at empowering small to medium gaming developers across the country. Announced at the recent Meta Marketing Summit –...
Local island market offers convenience for last-minute Fourth of July shoppers
KRIS 6 - Texas
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July 4, 2025
For those looking to avoid traffic and long lines at big chain stores, a local independent grocery store on Padre Island provides a convenient alternative for last-minute Fourth of July shopping. Local island market offers convenience for...
Local lawmakers in Pa., NJ weigh in on passage of Trump's big tax bill
WFMZ - Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania and New Jersey lawmakers, including from the Lehigh Balley and Berks, are weighing in after the U.S. House of Representatives passed President Donald Trump’s $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill to final congressional...
SPARK-ing a Movement: Muthoot FinCorp SPARK Awards to celebrate Unsung Heroes of India’s Small Businesses
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 3, 2025
July 3, 2025: Muthoot FinCorp, one of India’s leading NBFCs and flagship Company of 138-year-old Muthoot Pappachan Group, also known as Muthoot Blue, announces the launch of Muthoot FinCorp SPARK Awards – a first of its kind initiative to...
Local lawmakers respond to passage of “big, beautiful bill”
KAAL TV - Minnesota
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July 3, 2025
The latest local, regional and national news events of the day are presented by the ABC 6 News Team, along with updated sports, weather and traffic. (ABC 6 News) — After the U.S. House passed the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” on Thursday, local...
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...
Local politicians react to Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' set to become law
WTKR 3 - Virginia
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July 3, 2025
Republicans muscled President Donald Trump's tax and spending cut bill through the House on Thursday, the final step necessary to get the bill to his desk by the GOP's self-imposed deadline of July 4th. Amid news of the bill's passing, local...
SBA Relief Still Available to New York Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by High Winds and Hail
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
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ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in New York of the July 28 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses caused by...
Area Chambers Partner to Host Human Resources Webinar for Small Business Owners
Pasadena Now - California
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The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce and six partner chambers will host a free July Biz Boost webinar Tuesday addressing human resources basics for small business owners. The online session, scheduled for 2 p.m. July 8, will feature Thomas Lenz, a...
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...