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EIU Hosts Small Business Fest to Showcase Local Student-Run and Community-Run Businesses
Eastern Illinois University hosted its Small Business Fest on Oct. 10, 2026, bringing together local businesses and student ran shops to showcase their products, services and work in the community. Production: Zak Rojahn
Kelly Clarkson’s ‘Pretty Woman’ Complaint Put a Small Business on Blast. Then the Story Changed
The singer's negative experience at a small business went viral. Now, experts are criticizing how it all unfolded on social media.
Applications being taken for Batavia business incubator program
The Batavia MainStreet group is now accepting applications for the 2027 season of the Boardwalk Shops, a small business incubator program in downtown Batavia.
Over 70 vendors attend Small Business Fest at Eastern
From food trucks to portraits, EIU’s Small Business Festival hosted 73 vendors when it returned to campus Saturday, spanning from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entrepreneurship Club President Emily Larsen said the event is meant to give students with businesses an opportunity to be seen. “We want to give them a cheap, affordable opportunity to start their businesses or grow here in...
Latino nonprofits start their own shops to make helping small businesses their business
Despite both a rise in costs and fears around immigration crackdowns, some Latinos are committing to championing other Latino entrepreneurs by offering access to a storefront
Commentary: Native small business owner: Main Street needs someone in the room
I started Lakota Made in 2018 at my kitchen table with six salves, made from plant medicines I learned from Lakota elders. Today, we have a storefront on Riverfront Drive, a small production team, more than 100,000 online orders and customers in 213 countries and territories around the world. Our social media community has 179,000 […]
Habits for Reducing Stress and Improving Health
As the year comes to an end and life gets busier, it can be difficult to keep a consistent routine and find time to take care of both your physical and mental health. Ben Meer, author of "How to Be Good at Life," joins the 3rd Hour of TODAY to share tips on how to create better habits that can reduce stress and improve your well-being. His recommendations include breaking daunting tasks down into smaller chunks, setting concrete goals and reserving at least one hour a week to organize your responsibilities.
Amazon Discounting 2026 MacBook Pro by as Much as $600 This Week
Today we're tracking a pair of massive discounts on Apple's newest MacBook Pro models, including $500 off a 16-inch model and $600 off a 14-inch model on Amazon. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. The 15-Core M5 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro with 24GB RAM and 2TB SSD has hit $2,399.00 on Amazon, down from $2,999.00.
Duke Energy Grants Support Downtown Revitalization Efforts
The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded $190,000 in grants to South Carolina communities to support downtown revitalization efforts. Funds will be used for facade improvements, wayfinding signage, public gathering spaces, and small business...
Latin Businesses and Organization Fighting Against ICE
These small businesses and organizations are using their platforms to support the Latin community as ICE raids continue in the U.S.
NCBA Urges Cattle Producers to Document Ranch Business Activity Amid Hobby Loss Rules
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with Kent Bacus of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association about tax rules that could affect cattle producers, particularly smaller operations that experience multiple years of losses. Bacus explains why keeping accurate records and understanding IRS guidelines are important for protecting family ranches, while
Buying a business with an SBA loan is more complicated. Here’s what to know.
The U.S. Small Business Administration has implemented a host of new rules impacting borrowers seeking SBA capital to finance a business acquisition or change in control.
LIVE UPDATES: Pope Leo’s Health and Preparations for Surgery
Pope Leo XIV will have surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital early this week to remove a small lung nodule found at a very early stage. Follow updates and reactions here.
8BitDo Ultimate 2 review: The best Switch 2 controller out there
Everything is within reach on 8BitDo’s Ultimate 2, even for small hands.
County GOP dissent shows how Prop. 45’s CEQA reform challenges political lines
Small group of county parties differed from state party leaders over CEQA reform measure that has driven much political soul-searching
Nikon revokes first prize in Small World in Motion video competition over AI use
The winner of a prestigious scientific photography competition has been disqualified after organizers concluded that his use of generative AI broke the rules.
DHT Holdings, Inc. Business Update
HAMILTON, BERMUDA, October 12, 2026 – DHT Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:DHT) (“DHT” or the “Company”) today provides the following business update:For the ...
Best Accounts Payable Software for Small Business (2026): Melio Named Top Solution for Flexible Vendor Payments by Software Experts
Software Experts has recognized Melio as the top solution for flexible vendor payments, making it one of the best accounts payable software for small businesses. The review examined how the platform handles invoice capture, payment approvals, vendor transactions, accounting synchronization, and cash flow management.
Meta AI data center project is a boon for local business in Louisiana
A small Louisiana town saw more annual sales tax revenue in 2025 than the last 20 years combined, thanks largely to a huge Meta data center project.
Springfield entrepreneurs invited to attend free business seminar
Small business owners can choose from three learning tracks at the free SGF Business Lab event Oct. 14 in Springfield.
AI Agents Give Main Street Businesses Big Business Muscle
Running a small business has always meant doing more with less. The owner takes the morning shift, answers customer emails on lunch, reconciles the books
Small businesses, big lessons: How UT San Antonio interns help entrepreneurs grow
At the Valdez Institute for Economic Development, students trade classroom theory for real clients and real stakes.
Athletic Club left waiting after Rayo Vallecano match abandoned
Rayo Vallecano’s match against Athletic Club was abandoned after supporters repeatedly threw paper planes and small balls onto the pitch during protests against president Raúl Martín Presa. Mundo ...
Owner of Seattle Hawaiian store says ‘Aloha,’ warns other small businesses
Oahu native Gail Stringer opened the Hawaii General Store in the Wallingford neighborhood in 1998.
Results from the Ministerial on the Resurgence of Political Terrorism
Read the U.S. State Department's ministerial results on the resurgence of political terrorism and international security cooperation.
Brewers Small Ball Tops Dodgers in Game 1 of NLCS
The Los Angeles Dodgers fall short against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series.
Tigers Fans Can Only Watch as Skubal Pitches in NLCS
Trading their two-time Cy Young winner for prospects haunts Detroit as the dominant southpaw debuts in the Championship Series, fueling a bitter debate over small-market baseball economics.
Mamdani's new socialist outrage means more woe for NYC small businesses
If the City Council passes the Mamdani-endorsed POWER Act, Gotham’s fastest-growing hustle could be suing the small businesses that keep it running.
How Do Freedivers Cope With So Little Oxygen? Scientists May Have Found a Clue.
A small, unreviewed study linked freediving training to changes in brain connectivity, raising questions about adaptation to low oxygen.
World Street Series: BVB takes over Times Square
From morning to evening, Broadway between 43rd and 44th Streets became a temporary arena featuring two small-sided pitches decked out in black and yellow. More than 300 young players aged eight to 18 ...
Microsoft Is Taking AI Beyond the Data Center, But Its Surface Business Is Just a Small Piece of the Pie
The tech giant's latest Nvidia-powered Surface devices add another dimension to its growth strategy as shares trade near all-time highs.
Microsoft Is Taking AI Beyond the Data Center, But Its Surface Business Is Just a Small Piece of the Pie
The tech giant's latest Nvidia-powered Surface devices add another dimension to its growth strategy as shares trade near all-time highs.
Microsoft Is Taking AI Beyond the Data Center, But Its Surface Business Is Just a Small Piece of the Pie
The tech giant's latest Nvidia-powered Surface devices add another dimension to its growth strategy as shares trade near all-time highs.
10 Mini Gadgets From Ugreen That Are Actually Worth Buying
Charging tech, ergonomic mice, and even wireless earbuds are among Ugreen's smallest, most useful products on offer — and at great prices, to boot.
Chesapeake-based landscaping business owner reflects on the lessons his late father taught him
His interest in lawncare — the fundamentals of his small business — dates back to the days he sat on his father’s lap on a riding lawnmower.
Stellantis bets on small affordable EVs for European comeback
By Giulio Piovaccari and Gilles Guillaume MEUDON, France, Oct 11 (Reuters) - Stellantis heads into Paris Motor Show with a message it hopes customers, investors and dealers are ready to
Sunday Thoughts on the Cesspool Comment
I grew up on internet sports message boards. Back in high school i posted on CNNSI.com boards as well as a few others. When I was a junior in college, i found Texags and started posting there. At the time the site was small enough to where people knew you and called you by your […]
This Reading Habit Is Quietly Winning at Mental Health — Eight Science-Backed Reasons Right Now
Your screen time report is judging you, your group chat is on fire, and somewhere on the floor is the paperback you “mean to get back to” once life calms down. Spoiler: life is not calming down. Yet a small, stubborn group of people keep doing something almost quaint – they read novels for fun....
Names in the News: People shaping the future of Lake Area business
Day earns State Star Award Dean Day, center director of the Louisiana Small Business Development Center at McNeese State University, has been named the 2026 Louisiana SBDC State Star. The […]
Partake Foods founder shares her biggest small business lessons
Inspired by her daughter's allergies, Partake Foods founder, Denise Woodard raised millions, overcoming growth challenges with storytelling skills.
Pope Leo says will undergo surgery for small growth on lung
VATICAN CITY, Oct 11 () - Pope Leo said on Sunday that doctors had detected a small growth on his lung during a recent health check and he would be undergoing surgery this week to remove it, in the...
Alta Home Lending puts family first in its first year of business
Alta Home Lending named top small employer in San Antonio in its debut in Top Workplaces rankings.
O’Mara Named 2026 ‘Guardian of Small Business’
Big Flats Senator Tom O'Mara earned the 2026 'Guardian of Small Business' award. He's one of five senators with a 100% NFIB voting record.
Global private equity fuels Indian healthcare’s push into smaller cities
Hospitals flush with foreign money are expanding rapidly and filling gaps in public infrastructure
CVS Health (CVS) Opens New Pharmacy Sites As Undervalued Narrative Holds
CVS Health (CVS) is expanding its pharmacy-focused format by opening nearly 20 smaller neighborhood locations across the US in 2026, including a new Roxbury site in the Boston area. Recent headlines around CVS Health have mixed signals for investors, with Medicare Advantage star rating setbacks and a legal probe weighing on sentiment, while the extended Cardinal Health distribution deal and a reaffirmed dividend provide a steadier backdrop. Even after a one-day share price decline of 1.87%...
PHOTOS: Albany State Homecoming Alumni Association Business Meeting
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Silicon Valley’s Dream City Has Crashed Into Small-Town Politics
A bitter standoff between tech-backed developers and local county leaders helped doom a $3-billion project at the edge of the Bay Area.
Tom Welling reveals ‘Smallville’ costar John Glover once showed him a fan-made nude
During New York Comic Con, Tom Welling shared that his ‘Smallville’ costar John Glover gave him a fan-made nude to sign during the show’s run.
REO Town businesses forced to adapt amid economic slowdown
Small businesses in Lansing’s REO Town are adapting to economic challenges by shifting toward experiential services and receiving grants to attract customers, even as some local establishment…
HTA invites local businesses and community organizations to learn how to reach Hawaiʻi’s visitors
Hawaiʻi farmers, makers, small-business owners, cultural practitioners and nonprofits interested in reaching visitors are invited to register for the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority’s 2026 Foundational Technical Assistance workshops.
Rayo Plastic Balls Protest Forces La Liga Match Suspension
Rayo Vallecano’s long-awaited return to their Vallecas stadium ended in chaos on Saturday. The La Liga match against Athletic Club was suspended after local fans repeatedly interrupted play by throwing hundreds of small plastic balls and paper airplanes onto the pitch, a coordinated protest against club president Raúl Martín Presa, in what should have been […] The post Rayo Plastic Balls Protest Forces La Liga Match Suspension appeared first on HEAVY.
Is Elevance Health (ELV) Undervalued After Its Recent Share Price Rally?
Elevance Health (ELV) has been on investors’ radar after a recent share price move, with the stock last closing at US$412.70. That shift now meets a business generating US$201.1b in annual revenue. Recent trading has been firm, with a 1-day share price return of 2.93% and a 7-day share price return of 6.80%. Elevance Health’s year-to-date share price return of 16.50% and 1-year total shareholder return of 19.16% point to momentum building despite a small 3-year total shareholder return...
AI Shopping Is Here. Are Your Products Ready?
AI commerce platforms help small businesses make their products discoverable and purchasable across emerging AI shopping channels.
Care Starts Here: Self-care Strategies for World Mental Health Day
Small, intentional acts of care can support our mental wellbeing, strengthen our resilience and help us be more present.
CHOICE Arrangements: A Path to Health Coverage for Small Business Employees - Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council
An emerging alternative is gaining momentum – and the history of HSAs shows why policymakers should help it grow. By Karen Kerrigan – For most small business owners, the health insurance story is painfully the same: premiums keep climbing, choices can be limited, and providing quality coverage for employees becomes more difficult every year. According […]
CHOICE Arrangements: A Path to Health Coverage for Small Business Employees - Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council
An emerging alternative is gaining momentum – and the history of HSAs shows why policymakers should help it grow. By Karen Kerrigan – For most small business owners, the health insurance story is painfully the same: premiums keep climbing, choices can be limited, and providing quality coverage for employees becomes more difficult every year. According […]
A small-town Alaska fisherman has Republicans on the defensive as they try to keep US House majority
Bill Hill is running for Congress as an independent in Alaska and he's positioning himself as a working-class candidate who can relate to people's frustrations with high fuel and other costs.
A small-town Alaska fisherman has Republicans on the defensive as they try to keep US House majority
Bill Hill is running for Congress as an independent in Alaska and he's positioning himself as a working-class candidate who can relate to people's frustrations with high fuel and other costs.
IRRR, AEOA celebrate 1,000 small business grants
The Ely Echo weekly newspaper and its companion pieces - North Country SAVER and North Country ANGLER - provide insight into the news and happenings of northern Minnesota, alongside the Canadian border. www.elyecho.com
State Launches Indiana Small Business Program
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun announced the launch of the Indiana Small Business Program to strengthen the Hoosier small business environment and to promote and facilitate the participation of Indiana …
In Small-Business Lending, AI Reads The Numbers But Bankers Still Make The Call
AI is starting to read small firms’ books and draft advice. For generative tools, federal guidance leaves the job of checking that advice to each bank.
Want to support women entrepreneurs? Try these eco-friendly ideas
What is Women’s Small Business Month? 13 eco-friendly ways to celebrate.
Celebrate National Women's Small Business Month at these local stores
Looking to celebrate National Women's Small Business Month? Check out some of these local businesses.
Amazon Small Business Event: Empowering the Next Generation and Scaling Service-Based Entrepreneurs
Join Hera Hub and Amazon for a hands-on workshop designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs and established service-based business owners bring new products to life. Amazon experts and small business owners will provide practical guidance, useful tools, and actionable next steps to launch a product and build a business with Amazon. This event is free but space is limited to 60 participants and will fill up. The event includes a light breakfast and lunch. Participants will choose from two specialized tracks based on their goals and stage of business. TRACK 1: NEXT GENERATION From Product Idea to Online Store Designed for aspiring young entrepreneurs, from junior high students through college and beyond, who have a product idea or want to explore the world of e-commerce. Amazon small business owners and Amazon experts will review topics such as: • How to develop and refine a product idea • How to set up and sell products on Amazon • What to consider when pricing, marketing, and fulfilling orders • Practical next steps for moving from idea to launch Whether participants already have a product in mind or are simply curious about entrepreneurship, this track will help them see what is possible and give them a roadmap to get started. TRACK 2: SERVICE EXPANSION Turn Your Expertise Into a Product Designed for consultants, coaches, speakers, creatives, and other service-based entrepreneurs who want to expand beyond trading time for money. Participants will explore how to transform their knowledge and expertise into tangible products such as: • Books and workbooks • Journals and planners • Card decks • Educational tools and resources Amazon small business owners will share how they identified viable product opportunities and created a product that can generate revenue beyond their one-on-one services. An Amazon expert will also review self-publishing and other ways to build a business with Amazon. By the end of the workshop, participants will leave with greater clarity, practical guidance, and a tangible next step toward launching or expanding their product-based business. The event includes a light breakfast and lunch. This event is free but space is limited to 60 participants and will fill up.
Latino nonprofits start their own shops to make helping small businesses their business
Despite both a rise in costs and fears around immigration crackdowns, some Latinos are committing to championing other Latino entrepreneurs by offering access to a storefront.
Latino nonprofits start their own shops to make helping small businesses their business
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — From the pink neon sign on the sunshine yellow wall to the multicolored Mexican paper garlands, Mission Lotería's storefront emits cultural pride everywhere you look.
Latino nonprofits start their own shops to make helping small businesses their business
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — From the pink neon sign on the sunshine yellow wall to the multicolored Mexican paper garlands, Mission Lotería's storefront emits cultural pride everywhere you look. After seven ...
Many Kauai small businesses hanging on by a thread waiting for financial aid
A month after Hurricane Lowell destroyed businesses and caused a dramatic slowdown in customers, many Kauai operators are barely hanging on. The federal government announced approval of major disaster aid
Rising costs put pressure on local small businesses
Senator Cortez Masto meets with local restaurant owners to discuss economic strain on their business and the community.
2026 Mayor’s Small Business Awards set for Oct. 21
The Maui Chamber of Commerce will host the 2026 Mayor’s Small Business Awards from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 21 at the King Kamehameha Golf Club Waikapu Ballroom. Registration is required for this Academy Awards-style event honoring Maui small businesses. Tickets may be purchased at MauiChamber.com by clicking on the Events page. Meals are $125 […]
Flu levels low across Wisconsin, health officials urge early vaccination
Health officials saw a small uptick a few weeks ago as students went back to school, but those levels have since come down slightly.
Wichita Police arrest teenagers after stealing candy from local business
Wichita Police have arrested several teenagers for theft after they were caught on camera earlier this week stealing candy from a small business in Delano.
‘Shooting ourselves in the foot’: KIRO hosts call on Seattle to help businesses hurt by construction
Seattle’s construction projects are meant to improve roads and infrastructure, but Angela said the city is hurting small businesses.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Nurse Educator Receives Award from LeadingAge New York
NYC Health + Hospitals/Gouverneur Skilled Nursing Facility announced the recognition of Nurse Educator Jasmin Slater Small, RN as recipient of the 2026
Can agritourism help small family farms in N.Y. survive?
From pick-your-own apples to hard cider and fall activities, farms are finding new ways to bring customers through the gates. But can agritourism help family farms navigate rising costs and labor challenges?
Trump announces diesel deal with Russia in bid to lower prices
The amount is small compared with U.S. demand, but the deal aligns the U.S. with Russia and against Ukraine’s efforts to bomb Russian refineries.
Contest-Winning Microscope Thrown Out for Using Generative AI
Ning Xu's winning entry to Nikon Instruments' Small World in Motion competition was ineligible due to AI, a spokesperson for the contest told Gizmodo.
City of Laurel Encourages Local Businesses to Participate in 2026 Small Business Credit Survey
(LAUREL, MD) The City of Laurel’s Department of Economic & Community Development is encouraging local business owners and key financial decision makers to participate in the Federal Reserve&
Winning Nikon Small World in Motion video disqualified for AI use
New winner is Nguyen Nam Nhat of Vietnam for video of a roundworm and single-celled Dileptus.
Overworld Collectibles aims to build a third space for Denton gamers
At Overworld Collectibles, customers gather around tables to sort through trading cards and discuss their collections, surrounded by shelves of video games and other memorabilia lining the small store.
Nikon microscopic video competition winner disqualified for using generative AI
Nikon says it’s revisiting its competition rules after the original winner’s video was too good to be true.
H-E-B Crowns 2026 Quest For Texas Best Winners
H‑E‑B named the winners of its 13th annual Quest for Texas Best, celebrating five standout small businesses and the Texas-made products poised to become customers’ next favorites. Selected from a record-breaking 978 entries representing more than 500 companies statewide, the five winners shared $110,000 in cash prizes, with the Grand Prize recipient earning the title of “Texas Best” and placement on H‑E‑B shelves.
Cash Flow Is King For SMBs, Relay’s 2026 Small-Business Survey Shows
Small businesses deal with highly variable cash flow, but their finance software often doesn’t help them spot cash-flow problems and opportunities in advance.
Minneapolis Amplified holding concerts at small businesses
Live music and art will be flooding Minneapolis small businesses this weekend with Minneapolis Amplified.
OSHA awards $10.2M in safety and health training grants
Training and education will be aimed at small businesses in high-hazard industries.
Photo Album: Meet Your Peer Health Educators
Wabash College is a small, private, liberal arts college for men, located in Crawfordsville, Indiana, United States.
Prize-winning image which sparked backlash was AI-generated, Nikon rules
The camera-maker says it is now re-evaluating the rules and procedures of its Small World in Motion contest.
Ruiz Bill Requiring Social Media Services As Part Of State’s Small Business E-Commerce Program Adv.
TRENTON – To support small businesses, the Senate Economic Growth Committee advanced legislation sponsored by Senate Majority Leader M. Teresa Ruiz that would require social media developme
A new defense tech initiative will serve Baton Rouge startups, small businesses
Baton Rouge has been included in a new federally backed defense technology initiative aimed at helping Louisiana startups and small businesses compete for military and commercial work. The U.S. Small Business Administration this week awarded $1 million to Precision Platform Solutions, the legal entity behind Monroe-based Maven Scouts, to launch the Gulf South Defense Tech […]
Every M5 MacBook Air Now $200 Off on Amazon
Prime Day deals have started drying up, but you can still get $200 off every model of the M5 MacBook Air as we head into the weekend. These are the best post-hike prices we've seen on the M5 MacBook Air, and prices now start at $1,099.00 for the 512GB 13-inch model and $1,299.00 for the 512GB 15-inch model. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Singleton’s ‘Downtown Economic Growth Program’ Would Stimulate Business Development in Small Towns
TRENTON – The Senate Economic Growth Committee advanced bipartisan legislation sponsored by Senator Troy Singleton and Senator Parker Space that would establish the “Downtown Economic
Event aims to connect small business with government, defense contracts
The government and defense contracting forum in Rochester offers small businesses connections with buyers like Lockheed Martin and Micron Technology.
How Meta’s Muse AI Agent Is Helping Small Businesses Save Time
Meta’s Muse for Small Business is designed to automate tasks such as marketing, customer communication, scheduling, and business analysis, helping owners focus on growth.
The rideshare era is ending. Small satellites need anchor customers for small launch, now.
The rideshare era is ending. Small satellites need anchor customers for small launch, now.
Owning Less Can Build More: When Small Businesses Should Raise Equity
When and how to evaluate using equity or debt financing
Here are 4 day trips to take from New Orleans this fall: Charming small towns, seasonal events, more
Want to get out of town for a bit? Here are some day trip ideas, plus a few fall festivities to catch while you’re checking out a new-to-you city.