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Rep. Lloyd Smucker highlights community visits and commemorates service members
York County News - Pennsylvania
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August 26, 2025
Rep. Lloyd Smucker, who represents Pennsylvania’s 11th district in the U.S. Congress, recently shared updates on his community engagements and legislative priorities through a series of posts on social media.On August 25, 2025, Smucker highlighted...
Denver Mayor Participates in Reddit AMA to Talk Layoffs, Local Crime
Westword - Colorado
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August 27, 2025
Fifteen minutes before Denver Mayor Mike Johnston is due to log on to Reddit and answer questions from the public in an "Ask Me Anything" forum, there are more than 200 questions and comments posted for his consideration. Ever the politician,...
FNBO Awards $1.73 Million in Grants, Strengthening Northern Colorado Communities
North Forty News - Colorado
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August 27, 2025
by North Forty News Staff | NorthFortyNews.com Northern Colorado nonprofits will see major support this year as First National Bank of Omaha (FNBO) awarded $305,000 in Impact Grants to 19 organizations across the region. The funding is part of...
'This will floor us!' Small business owner fears closure as energy price cap hikes bills in Autumn: 'Absolutely insane'
GB News
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August 27, 2025
An independent business owner has told GB News she fears the closure of her establishment, following the latest energy price cap increase. Speaking to North West Reporter Sophie Reaper, coffee shop owner Nicki Gillon said the further increase in...
FMU Kelley Center to host seminar on small business contracting certification
Pinal Today - Arizona
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August 27, 2025
The South Carolina Commission for Community Advancement & Engagement will host a workshop at the FMU Kelley Center in downtown Florence. The event, scheduled for Tuesday, September 30th from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., will focus on the Small & Minority...
Small Business Saturday roadshow to tour 20+ UK towns celebrating local firms
Asian Trader Magazine
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August 27, 2025
Small Business Saturday’s month-long UK roadshow is set to return as it announced plans to visit over 20 towns and cities across the country to celebrate the nation’s small business community. Launching this autumn in Scotland - with stops in...
Canadians shift spending to local businesses: Interac
Canadian Grocer
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August 27, 2025
(Shutterstock/Lorna Roberts) Global pressures are reshaping how Canadians shop — and the shift is showing up on their receipts. New survey data from Interac reveals that nearly eight in ten Canadians (78%) have redirected at least one monthly...
Rep. David Kustoff discusses support for small businesses and local outreach
NW Tennessee News
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August 26, 2025
Rep. David Kustoff, who represents Tennessee’s 8th district in the U.S. Congress, recently highlighted his ongoing engagement with local business and industry leaders through a series of posts on social media.On August 25, 2025, Kustoff expressed...
Starbucks Reimagines Coffeehouses As Community Lifelines
Forbes
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Starbucks Reimagines Coffeehouses as Community Lifelines Photo Provided and Approved By Starbucks One of the most dramatic effects of the COVID-19 crisis was the way it redefined the role of business in caring for its stakeholders during times of...
Weston ‘The Local’ location to close
WSAW - Wisconsin
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August 27, 2025
The Local to close Weston location Opened in 2019 Other locations in Eagle River and Wausau WAUSAU, Wis. (WSAW) - A beloved shop that sells local merchandise will close one of its three locations. Wednesday morning, the owners of The Local...
Deadline extended: SBA, the City of Selmer and McNairy County Chamber of Commerce join forces to help communities recover after April storms
Chester County Independent - Tennessee
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In the wake of severe storms and tornadoes, a collaborative effort is underway to support survivors with resources. The Disaster Recovery Resource Fair, scheduled for Sep. 4, will aim to provide critical resources and assistance to those affected...
How Lamus Design is changing e-commerce for small businesses in SA
ITWeb
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August 27, 2025
Small businesses need an affordable online presence. In today’s digital age, having a website is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Whether you’re selling handmade crafts, clothing or even digital services, your customers expect to find you...
Local revitalization efforts earn multiple honors for Athens Main Street program
The News Courier - Alabama
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August 27, 2025
Published 6:15 am Wednesday, August 27, 2025 The recently revitalized Athens Farmers Market at Doug Gates Park is just one among a number of efforts at local renewal that earned Athens Main Street statewide recognition at an annual awards...
San Diego County sets new target for small business contracts
San Diego City Wire - California
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August 26, 2025
San Diego County is aiming to increase its business with small and local enterprises. The Board of Supervisors has set a target for 25% of the County’s $2.2 billion annual contract spending to go to small businesses. This change is intended to...
Can A New Tax Save Downtown Honolulu’s Small Businesses?
Honolulu Civil Beat - Hawaii
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August 27, 2025
The proposed fee could improve safety and cleanliness in the area, but critics say it won’t fix the underlying challenge facing downtown. The Honolulu City Council is considering imposing a new fee for downtown properties to help revitalize what...
Julia Letlow highlights local engagement and legislative priorities across Louisiana’s 5th district
NE Louisiana News
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August 26, 2025
Congresswoman Julia Letlow, who represents Louisiana’s 5th district in the U.S. Congress, recently shared updates from her work and community engagement through a series of posts on social media.On August 26, 2025, Letlow posted about her...
Majority of U.S. small businesses now use AI amid rising regulatory concerns
Detroit City Wire - Michigan
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August 27, 2025
Sandy K. Baruah, President and CEO | Detroit Regional ChamberSandy K. Baruah, President and CEO | Detroit Regional Chamber Almost 60 percent of small businesses in the United States are now using artificial intelligence, according to the latest...
August brings new funding opportunities for small businesses through several targeted grant programs
Detroit City Wire - Michigan
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August 27, 2025
Sandy K. Baruah, President and CEO | Detroit Regional ChamberSandy K. Baruah, President and CEO | Detroit Regional Chamber A variety of grant programs are available in August to support small businesses across different sectors. These grants aim...
Alibaba Unveils New Strategy To Revitalize Marketplace, Empower Small Businesses Amid Rising Competition
Retail News Asia
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August 27, 2025
In a significant turn of events for the retail landscape in Asia, leading e-commerce platform Alibaba has unveiled its new strategy aimed at revitalizing its marketplace. The move comes in response to growing competition and shifting consumer...
New organization bringing local film productions into focus
Branson Tri Lakes News - Missouri
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Aspiring filmmakers in the Ozarks will now have a new organization on their side. The Southwest Missouri Council of Governments announced the establishment of the Southwest Missouri Film Office as the official representative organization for...