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The WNBA isn’t just having a moment, it’s a major growth opportunity for small businesses
95.1 WAPE - Florida
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July 17, 2025
The WNBA isn’t just having a moment, it’s a major growth opportunity for small businesses Anyone who holds even a passing interest in sports knows the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) is having a moment. And not a minor one, either....
Department of Defense opens comment period on major changes to defense contracting for small businesses
JD Supra - California
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July 17, 2025
On July 9, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) provided notice of a 30-day comment period for proposed regulations designed to modernize its acquisition process. This is a critical window for small businesses to directly influence the future of...
$4,000 in Optimum-supported grants given out by Bronx Chamber of Commerce to eight local small businesses
Bronx Times-Reporter - New York
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July 17, 2025
Optimum provided $4,000 in grant funding to the Bronx Chamber of Commerce to be distributed across eight local small businesses. Photo courtesy of Optimum The internet, mobile and TV services provider Optimum provided a $4,000 donation to the...
Qualified Small Business Stock Tax Benefits Expanded for Early-Stage Companies and Investors
JD Supra - California
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July 17, 2025
The recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) implements significant changes under Section 1202 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (Code), applicable to qualified small business stock (QSBS) issued on or after July 5, 2025....
Monon South Trail Pitch Competition is your opportunity to present ideas, gain visibility, access business development resources
1340 AM WBIW - Indiana
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July 22, 2025
INDIANA – The first phase of the Monon South Trail, a significant development for southern Indiana, has officially been completed, opening 20 miles of trail across several communities including Borden, New Pekin, Salem, Saltillo, Campbellsburg,...
How oil tanker disasters changed summer for a Russian resort city
Global Voices
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July 27, 2025
This article first appeared in Novaya Vkladka on July 14, 2025. An edited version is being republished on Global Voices. On the morning of December 15 2024, during a storm in the Kerch Strait, two tankers carrying fuel oil, Volgoneft-212 and...
Fergus Fall Fair seeks ambassador with fresh ideas for future events
Elora Fergus Today
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July 22, 2025
Apply before Aug. 1 for the chance to be Fergus fair's next ambassador The winner of this year’s Fergus Fall Fair Ambassador competition has the potential to help shape future fall fairs in the town. Applications are now open for the competition,...
Advocates say legalizing cannabis opens doors for small business. Do Pa.’s latest proposals deliver?
Pennsylvania Capital-Star
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July 17, 2025
Cannabis legalization is sparking a big debate in Harrisburg. In less than two weeks, three sets of lawmakers, including members of both parties, have proposed legislation that would legalize recreational marijuana in Pennsylvania. The discussion...
How a Chinese fintech founder learned to build for Kenya's reality, not its potential
IOL
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July 22, 2025
Andile Masuku|Published 12 hours ago 5min "Three weeks in Beijing and Shanghai," I tell April Long before the mics come on for our podcast chat. "When?" she asks. "2011," I reply. "Oh," she laughs, "different country." No kidding. I wasn't a car...
UH alumna cooks up 3 local businesses, gives back with scholarship
University of Hawai‘i at Manoa
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July 18, 2025
Reading time: 2 minutes Culinary delights from three brands will accompany Leeward Community College and University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa alumna Tina Wang when she returns to the UH Alumni Makers’ Market in August. As the owner of Tanaka Ramen,...
Growth & Jobs | Entrepreneurs urged to plan ahead for disasters
The Gleaner
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July 22, 2025
AS THE 2025 Atlantic hurricane season progresses, micro and small business owners are being urged to take proactive steps to safeguard their operations and strengthen their risk management strategies. Latoya Hayden-Cousins, client relations...
Choosing the Best Storage Option for Your Business
Home Business Magazine - Minnesota
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July 26, 2025
Efficient storage solutions are critical for maintaining organization and streamlining daily operations, particularly for small businesses, ecommerce brands, retailers, and startups. Selecting the right storage option can significantly impact your...
Mangaluru Entrepreneur Nitin K. Suvarna Dies by Suicide
Mangalorean
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July 22, 2025
Mangaluru Entrepreneur Nitin K. Suvarna Dies by Suicide Mangaluru: The city of Mangaluru is in mourning following the death of young entrepreneur Nitin K. Suvarna, who reportedly committed suicide on July 21. Suvarna, a prominent figure in the...
Toledo continuing attempt to recover defaulted loans from local businesses
WTOL 11 - Ohio
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July 18, 2025
A months-long investigation reveals the city of Toledo is facing mounting losses from its Enterprise Development Loan program. TOLEDO, Ohio — The city of Toledo is actively trying to recover money loaned to businesses through its Enterprise...
For hybrid governance to work, SME’s need governance mindset
Diplomatic Courier
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onversations about the evolution of governance and the entry of new stakeholders, from private–public partnerships to bigger roles for civil society, always seem to assume this evolution is a good thing. However, there seems to be a growing divide...
Jordan Karweik: Credit card proposal would hurt small businesses, consumers
WisPolitics - Wisconsin
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July 17, 2025
A few years ago, I took the leap and started Asche Woodworking here in Wisconsin, turning my passion for crafting custom furniture and cabinetry into a small business. Like many entrepreneurs, I've learned that success depends on adapting to how...
Liberty Group of Nevada announces new business cohort
Northern Nevada Business Weekly
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July 17, 2025
The Liberty Group of Nevada announces a new business cohort opportunity. Foundations for Freedom is a 12-month hybrid mastermind series, starting Aug. 14. Foundations for Freedom is ideal for business owners who are concerned who will care for...
Equity Launches Women Entrepreneurship Training in Partnership with IFC and Goldman Sachs
TechTrendsKE
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July 22, 2025
Equity Bank Kenya and Equity Group Foundation (EGF) have entered into a new strategic partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to roll out the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women online course, aimed at equipping Kenyan women...
Fyre Festival's McFarland courts MAGA ahead of launch of mysterious new business venture
Daily Mail
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July 17, 2025
Convicted fraudster Billy McFarland is heading to MAGA-friendly television to pitch his next eyebrow-raising business. And curiously, the disgraced former owner of the Fyre Festival brand isn't offering many details about what it is. McFarland...
League of Women Voters election forum Q&A: MLT City Council Position 3
Mount Lake Terrace - Washington State
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July 27, 2025
The League of Women Voters of Snohomish County hosted an online primary election forum, offering voters the opportunity to get to know the candidates better. League member Karen Madsen served as the moderator for the forum. In attendance were the...