Coconino County Business Support Meeting Showcases Funding Options and Future Events
This article summarizes key points from a recent meeting of the Coconino County Board of Supervisors, held on August 26, 2025, to discuss challenges facing local businesses and community development. A significant concern raised during the meeting was the impact of the recent wildfire season on the area’s tourism economy. One major topic was the […]
Tennessee’s cuts to business taxes shift the burden to sales tax income
Tennessee experienced a significant drop in business tax revenues, exceeding $721 million between 2024 and 2025. This decline follows two years of corporate tax credits, putting added strain on the state’s sales tax to bolster its budget. The federal government reduced franchise and excise taxes substantially in 2023 and 2024. As a result, corporate tax […]
Yavapai SBDC Director Ruth Ellen Elinski Appointed to USMCA SME Counselors Network, Boosting Arizona Small Business on a Global Level
Yavapai SBDC Director Joins USMCA Counselors The Yavapai Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has announced that its director, Ruth Ellen Ellinski, is collaborating with the US Small Business Export and Trade Agency as part of the US and Mexico Canada (USMCA) Small Business Counselors. This exclusive network aims to foster cross-border collaboration, enhance international trade, […]
Is it possible for Maricopa to create its own small business center? A commissioner believes it can.
It’s a bit of a debate whether cities should dive into development projects. Still, there’s a belief that they could really guide the direction of such initiatives. Commissioner Robert Klob, a member of the Maricopa Planning & Zoning Committee, voiced his thoughts on this matter. He pointed out that the shortage of space for small […]
Senate candidate Steve Marshall reveals statewide finance team supported by Alabama business figures
Candidates Gear Up for Alabama Senate Race As the 2026 Republican primary approaches, with the vacancy left by U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), candidates are ramping up their fundraising efforts to secure a win. On Monday, one candidate announced his Senate campaign and introduced “Steve Marshall’s Statewide Finance Committee,” garnering endorsements from various business leaders […]
New rules from HB445 led this small business owner to shut down.
Moore’s Healthy Living Faces Closure Due to New Alabama Law Diane Moore opened Moore’s Healthy Living in Clanton, Alabama in 2019, primarily selling CBD oil products. Initially, her business struggled during the Covid-19 pandemic, but she managed to persevere. As the market expanded with hemp-based products, she diversified her offerings to include everything from smokeable […]
Business incubator opens in Sylacauga to assist rural entrepreneurs
Gener8Tor Launches Accelerator Program in Alabama On Thursday, the venture capital firm Gener8Tor, which is nationally recognized, unveiled its latest accelerator program based in Alabama. Titled Galfa Earth, this initiative is a collaboration with East Alabama’s Countryside Innovation and Training Hub and the Sylacauga Chamber of Commerce. The application process is currently open for a […]
OWA Parks & Resort reveals new business openings in Downtown OWA
OWA Parks & Resort has recently unveiled the launch of several new businesses in downtown OWA, coinciding with the appointment of a new leader meant to boost business growth in the entertainment sector. Among the new additions to OWA’s downtown area are Aura Adventure, Neon Rebellion, Jon Smith Subs, and Bikini Brini Bakery. These openings […]
Alabama Business Hall of Fame announces the inductees for 2025
Alabama’s Business Hall of Fame has welcomed six new inductees, celebrating excellence and leadership among the state’s industry leaders. Established in 1973, the Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have contributed significantly to businesses nationwide. In a recent announcement, the organization shared the names for the 2025 class. This year’s inductees include: Terry C. Anderson […]
Group seeks to overturn L.A.’s $800-million business tax
Proposal to Abolish Los Angeles Business Tax Raises Concerns A coalition of business leaders filed a proposal on Wednesday aiming to eliminate the general receipt tax in Los Angeles. This move is not just about easing the financial burden on local businesses; it could also create an $800 million gap in the city’s budget. The […]