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HONEYWELL FORECAST SHOWS DEMAND FOR NEW BUSINESS JETS AT RECORD LEVELS, CONTINUED GROWTH EXPECTED FOR NEXT DECADE
34th annual Global Business Aviation Outlook projects 8,500 new business jet deliveries valued at $283 billion over the next decade Purchase plan growth fueled by fractional operators and new tax law Aircraft utilization continues to grow as vast...

Local businesses to participate as vendors at Bridge Day
FAYETTEVILLE, W.Va. (WVVA) - Several local businesses will be vendors at Saturday’s annual Bridge Day in Fayette County. The event attracts tens of thousands of people to watch parachutists jump from the New River Gorge Bridge into the river...
Payroll Options for Small Business with Remote Employees
Payroll Options for Small Business with Remote Employees Published 7:32 pm Monday, October 13, 2025 Running a business is one thing. Running it while juggling a fully or partially remote team? That is a whole different game. For small business...

When legal issues threaten your small business
Say this for Kalpna Solanki: the owner of Marvin's Marvelous has dealt with every change-up and bean ball and keeps on swinging. In addition to theft and a change of products, her company, FX Foods, was the victim of a disputed call that could...

Las Vegas small businesses struggle as tourism decline hurts foot traffic
LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Small businesses across Las Vegas are grappling with a significant drop in foot traffic, with some owners warning they may be forced to close if conditions don’t improve soon. Trisha Baker, owner of Bellies to Babies Boutique,...

Snow Hill actively seeking local businesses to move downtown
SNOW HILL, Md. – Local officials are trying to persuade local small business owners to move their businesses to downtown Snow Hill. The town is getting creative to draw more interest. They hope to fill the vacant properties, and they will be...

Small Business Owners Describe Slightly-Improved Conditions
Small business owners expecting better business conditions and sales. Photo by Ketut Subiyanto SACRAMENTO REGION, CA (MPG) - Small business owners expecting better business conditions and sales boosted the National Federation of Independent...

Heavy rain floods downtown Whiteville forcing local businesses to deal with damage again
COLUMBUS COUNTY (WWAY) — Water rushed into the streets of downtown Whiteville, and into local businesses. Another round of heavy rain has left the city flooded again, after water breached the nearby Soules Swamp gauge at 8.5 feet. The Donut Shop...

New Owners Announce Grand Reopening of Hoot’s Pub in Amarillo
There are just some things in a smaller town that people have stories about that will follow them to the end of their lives. One of those things is the memories they made in clubs across Amarillo. Hoot's Pub was a fun place to hang and make...

Pensacola business owner warns others of downtown construction projects impacting sales
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- The Florida Department of Transportation has reached month six of their $22 million West Garden Street Road project. It's a small portion of updating the Highway 98-corridor from Pace Boulevard to Interstate 110. One business...

Montgomery County businesses embrace spooky spirit, urge people to shop local
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - The competition is fierce in Montgomery County, with businesses bringing out their decorating skills for who has the best Halloween decorations. They’re asking for your vote in the competition and your support this...

Grocery chain expected to evict some Prospect small businesses
PROSPECT, Ky. (WDRB) -- A new Publix grocery store is coming to Prospect Point, but several longtime businesses said the development could leave them with no choice but to move or close their doors for good. While Publix has yet to publicly...

Anastasia Jackson: Empowering Delaware’s Small Businesses from the Heart of Kent County
When you meet Anastasia Jackson, one thing becomes clear, her story is deeply rooted in Delaware’s soil, and her mission is to help small businesses, especially Black-owned ones, grow from that same ground. From Milford to Dover: A Foundation in...

10 Effective Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses
To effectively market your small business, you need to implement strategies that resonate with your specific audience. Start by defining who your target customers are and clarify what makes your offerings unique. Establishing a strong brand...

Small Business Regulation Is Cratering - Here’s The Hidden Catch
Politicians of both parties often proclaim small business the engine of the economy. WASHINGTON, DC - OCTOBER 09: U.S. President Donald Trump holds up a Presidential Proclamation for Columbus Day during a Cabinet meeting at the White House on...

Supporting Small Business: LA Mayor’s Contract Financing Program designed to promote procurement opportunities
Mayor Karen Bass is encouraging local small business owners and entrepreneurs to apply for the city’s Contract Financing Program, which was designed by the mayor to help small businesses pursue procurement opportunities. The $1 million in funding...

City Council seat open for the first time this century draws 2 Rock Hill business owners
Mallard spent four years on the Rock Hill planning commission. He said it allowed him a bird’s-eye view of the city and its trajectory, including working on the comprehensive plan in 2020. As a Main Street business owner, Vining is focused on...

Redefining the Small Business Banking Experience: Insights from U.S. Bank’s Shruti Patel
This article is brought to you in collaboration with Gregory FCA. AI and personalization are redefining the rules of engagement in business banking. As Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer for Business Banking at U.S. Bank, Shruti...

Revealed: How to apply and get up N100,000 in small business grant
Thousands of petty traders across Nigeria can now access up to ₦100,000 in free grants under a new support programme It recognises that with just a small push, millions of Nigerians can build profitable micro-businesses Reports say the scheme...

When Vacancies Create Opportunity: What Landlords and Small Businesses Should Know in Today’s Retail Market
Across the country, a shift is underway in the commercial real estate landscape. Once-unshakable national retail chains are shuttering stores, leaving behind empty spaces in malls and shopping centers. For years, these prime locations were out of...