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The EU Accessibility Act and small businesses
The EU Accessibility Act (EAA) came into force on June 28. In simple terms, it requires businesses to make their digital products and services accessible to people with disabilities. While the original directive includes several long-standing...

Creative Curiosities opens for business in LaGrange
Creative Curiosities, 113 S. Center St. in LaGrange, is open for business with a variety of handmade and unique items. The space, in the former Grange Hall, was converted to accommodate at least 34 vendors with their own small businesses and...

eBay Unveils Innovative Features at OPEN25 to Boost Seller Success
eBay recently announced a host of innovative features aimed at helping small business owners streamline their operations, enhance profitability, and foster trust with customers. Unveiled during eBay OPEN25, the company’s first in-person seller...

Kids swap screens for creativity at Guwahati’s first KidsPreneur Fair
Guwahati, Aug 17: For many parents, keeping children away from mobile phones has become a daily struggle. At Guwahati’s first KidsPreneur Fair 2025, held from August 15 to 17, the challenge seemed to melt away as youngsters got busy with stalls,...

Savannah small business program offers training to minority owners
Savannah's LAUNCH program helps small and minority-owned businesses thrive. The 12-week course offers training in key business areas like financial planning and marketing. Access to capital and networking opportunities are key benefits for...

Top 10 Inventory Software Solutions for Small Businesses
In the realm of running a small business, effective inventory management is vital for success. The right software can streamline operations, improve accuracy, and boost profitability. With numerous options available, it’s important to weigh...

Ideal Fish: The rise and fall of an experimental fish farm in Waterbury
Ideal Fish, once one of the major players in Waterbury’s manufacturing scene, quietly terminated their fish production a few months ago. The company, which operated under Greater American Aquaculture LLC, ran an indoor fish farm that raised...

13 Best AI Tools For Your Small Business, Ranked
AI has come a long way in a short time. Although there are bound to be some bugs as technology evolves, there are plenty of benefits to appreciate when it comes to humans becoming more efficient without expending more effort. Plus, some of the...

Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority announces Show-Me Entrepreneurial Grants for Agriculture
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority (MASBDA) is now accepting applications for funding through the Show-Me Entrepreneurial Grants for Agriculture (SEGA) Innovation Grant Program. Missouri...

Best Inventory Control Software for Small Businesses: Top 7 Solutions
When managing a small business, choosing the right inventory control software is vital for maintaining efficiency and profitability. Several options cater to different needs, from Zoho Inventory‘s free plan for limited sales to Katana’s focus on...

Greater Dalton Chamber names third annual Small Business Awards recipients
Published 8:30 am Saturday, August 16, 2025 By the Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce On Thursday, Aug. 7, more than 100 individuals representing Dalton’s business community gathered at the Dalton Golf and Country Club to celebrate the winners of...

Defence Paralysis: Innovation Starved, Capability Lost
At this moment, two UK-verified, government-backed programmes one capable of decisive autonomous strike and the other an electronic warfare (EW) pulse capability are in a state of financial limbo after programs within the UK Government and MoD ran...

FG to disburse interest-free loans to small businesses, farmers nationwide
The Federal Government will soon commence disbursement of interest-free loans to smallholder farmers and businesses across the country before the end of 2025. The National Programme Manager of the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme,...

How Do You Keep Track of Your Inventory?
Keeping track of your inventory is crucial for maintaining efficiency and meeting customer demands. It involves monitoring stock levels, using effective tools, and performing regular counts. By implementing automated alerts and focusing on...

FG to disburse interest-free loans to small businesses, farmers – Coordinator
The Federal Government will soon commence disbursement of interest-free loans to smallholder farmers and businesses across the country before the end of 2025. The National Programme Manager of the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme...

Markey, Clark are attentive to concerns of small business | letter
To the Editor: In May, I traveled to Washington, D.C., as part of the Meta Leaders Network annual conference, representing Jam Time, my indoor play center with MetroWest locations in Maynard and Natick. During National Small Business Month, it was...

FG To Disburse Interest-Free Loans To Small Businesses, Farmers – GEEP Coordinator
News Investigators/ The Federal Government will soon commence disbursement of interest-free loans to small holder farmers and businesses across the country before the end of 2025, the National Programme Manager of the Government Enterprise and...

Whitmer Signs Bills to Lower Costs for Small Businesses
LANSING – On Friday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed three bipartisan bills that will support Michigan’s small businesses by lowering costs and honor service members who lost their lives in the line of duty. Specifically, this package includes a...
Small Businesses are Going Crazy with Budget Web Design
Budget web design can take anywhere from one week to one month depending upon the basic requirements placed by the company. Las Vegas, United States, GoodFirms, 14th Aug 2025–Affordability has always been a top priority when it comes to web...

Pet gear company owner navigates tariff challenges while maintaining small business values
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — A military veteran who founded a dog gear company is facing potential challenges from tariffs while trying to maintain his commitment to supporting small American businesses. Barton O'Brien launched Bay Dog about seven years ago...