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U.S. Bank Survey Finds Gen Z Small Business Owners Are Making Bigger Bets to Drive Growth
Gen Z Momentum: Gen Z owners are nearly twice as likely as Gen X and Baby Boomer owners to make bigger bets on growth, while also reporting stronger business performance Growth Continues, But Less Widespread: Many small businesses are still expanding, though fewer are doing so as economic pressures persist AI Adoption Gap: Businesses adopting generative AI and digital tools are more likely to be in a growth phase U.S. Bank released its fourth annual Small Business Perspective survey report today, highlighting how small business owners are navigating a more constrained environment, and how a new generation is building businesses differently. The nationwide survey of 1,000 small business owners, including an oversample of 200 Gen Z owners, shows that while many small businesses are still expanding, fewer are growing than a year ago amid ongoing economic pressures and rising costs. U.S. small businesses are still seeking to grow, despite economic concerns. “Growth may not be as
Science Over Tradition: Plymouth South Middle Schoolers Advocate for Later School Start Times
PLYMOUTH - June 15, 2026 - In a powerful demonstration of student advocacy, a delegation of eighth-grade students from Plymouth South Middle School presented compelling, science-based research to the School Committee, urging district leadership to push back school start times to improve adolescent mental health, well-being, and academic performance. The presentation sparked immediate commitment from the administration to formally evaluate the district’s schedule over the coming school year. Subscribe The Full Story The final in-person meeting of the academic year opened with a celebratory outdoor ceremony honoring dozens of elementary, middle, and high school student artists whose work was chosen for the biannual Central Office Artwork Awards. However, the evening’s primary policy focus quickly shifted to student-led civic action when eighth graders Sophia Scarini, Skye Togun, Leah Mansfield, James Moore, Avery Mahan and Lily Simpson took the podium. The students revealed that their presentation was the culmination of a year-long civics project involving local community assessments, interviews with former officials, and extensive literary analysis. The research sharply highlighted the biological mismatch between adolescent sleep patterns and current school schedules. Under the district’s current framework, Plymouth High Schools open at 7:20 a.m., Middle Schools at 8:12 a.m., and Elementary Schools at 9:05 a.m.. “The high school start times directly contradict students’ natural sleep patterns,” student Leah Mansfield explained, noting that the teenage brain does not naturally produce melatonin until around 11:00 p.m.. The student presentation underscored a harrowing correlation between sleep deprivation and severe mental health struggles, citing data that adolescents with insomnia are ten times more likely to develop depression. Conversely, data shows that just one additional hour of sleep results in a 28% reduction in students reporting feelings of depression or sadness.
Thousands more business owners — including Springfield council members — disclosing taxable property to keep business license
Learn about the challenges small business owners face in Springfield with the new ordinance requiring payment of business personal property taxes.
Kansas City small businesses say World Cup is hurting sales. There's no bump like the city promised
Kansas City has welcomed thousands of visitors as the metro enters its second week of the World Cup. But as international crowds come in, many local shop owners feel they're taking a backseat. Some small businesses say the economic boost is not evenly distributed.
Inspired by Eastern Iowa, Dave Rasdal pens novel ‘Clayville’
Former Cedar Rapids Gazette "Ramblin'" columnist Dave Rasdal, 73, discusses his new novel "Clayville," which was inspired by his 30-plus-year journalism career and the small towns around Eastern Iowa.
Heat pump rebate programs spur adoption but threaten small Colorado businesses
A major blindspot around heat pump rebates is just coming into view, and it may change the service industry in Colorado forever.
University of Utah Health operating normally as Bonneville Fire burns nearby
University of Utah Health officials said that despite the Bonneville Fire burning east of Salt Lake City above the campus, clinics remained open and continued t
Yashica's New Keychain Camera Has A Flip Screen And Costs Under $30
If you're enjoying other retro cameras that are currently on the market, Yashica has a new micro version that is just small enough to fit on a key ring.
Small business owner discusses impact of marathon on Duluth
Grandma's Marathon serves as Duluth's unofficial kickoff to summer, drawing runners and supporters who explore the city's shops and North Shore scenery.
Amazon, AI and local media at 617 Day small business summit
Speakers were optimists about how small businesses can navigate business and technology trends.
In post-DEI era, Trump admin turns to San Antonio for more veteran-owned businesses
As governments scrap their race- and gender-conscious preferences, there's suddenly more demand for veteran contractors than supply.
AirPods Pro 3 Return to Record Low $169 Price Ahead of Prime Day
Amazon today has the AirPods Pro 3 available for $169.00 in an early Prime Day sale, down from $249.00. This is an all-time low price on the AirPods Pro 3, beating the previous low by $10. 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.
Opinion: AI tools help small businesses thrive
Utah small businesses are not waiting for the future. They are already using AI to shape it
Pathway Lending hosts business planning workshop for small business owners & veterans
Join Pathway Lending on Tuesday, June 23rd, for a free business planning workshop called Plan for Profit.
Small Business Tech News: Verizon CEO Sends Shocking Message To Employees
AI is reshaping business: Verizon says automation cut 13,000 jobs, while SMBs use AI to boost productivity. Retail, startups, and AI providers are rapidly expanding capabilities and lowering costs.
Coles awards more than $3.5 million to help turn producers’ ideas into reality
June 21, 2026 -- More than $3.5 million in grants has been awarded to eight small and medium-sized businesses across Australia through the lates...
U.S. Small Business Administration ‘actively working’ to create veterans resource center in Idaho
At the request of U.S. Sen. Jim Risch, the federal Small Business Administration is looking at establishing a new, Idaho-based office dedicated to supporting veterans, military members and their spouses.
Charlottesville event marks Juneteenth with celebration and Black Business Expo
This year, 50 vendors came to the event, including small businesses, eateries, nonprofits and more.
Charlottesville event marks Juneteenth with celebration and Black Business Expo
This year, 50 vendors came to the event, including small businesses, eateries, nonprofits and more.
Charlottesville event marks Juneteenth with celebration and Black Business Expo
This year, 50 vendors came to the event, including small businesses, eateries, nonprofits and more.
Charlottesville event marks Juneteenth with celebration and Black Business Expo
This year, 50 vendors came to the event, including small businesses, eateries, nonprofits and more.
Charlottesville event marks Juneteenth with celebration and Black Business Expo
This year, 50 vendors came to the event, including small businesses, eateries, nonprofits and more.
Charlottesville event marks Juneteenth with celebration and Black Business Expo
This year, 50 vendors came to the event, including small businesses, eateries, nonprofits and more.
Le'Stuff Antique Mall Celebrates 25 Years In Business ~ The Greatest Treasure Is The Owners
Le'Stuff Antique Mall Celebrates 25 Years in Hillsboro, Oregon. The amazing store is something special and it's owners are even more so.
Trump claims vandals will force drainage of algae-plagued Reflecting Pool
(CNN) — President Donald Trump claimed Saturday, without providing evidence, that vandals damaged the algae-plagued Reflecting Pool on the National Mall and that the water will need to be drained
World Cup 2026: Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage
Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.
Free 8-month small business coaching program to expand to Tennessee for entrepreneurs
Tennessee small business owners can now join the waitlist for a free 8-month coaching program offering one-on-one financial mentorship and expert guidance. Applications open late July/early August.
This DNA repair gene went rogue and exposed a cancer weakness
Scientists have discovered that a gene normally considered a DNA-protecting "good guy" can become dangerous when cells make too much of it. The gene, EXO1, acts like molecular scissors that help repair DNA, but when overproduced it starts cutting DNA it shouldn't, creating damage linked to cancer.
5 Small Business Ideas for Retirees Who Don’t Want to Sit Still
Bored in retirement? Turn your decades of experience into a rewarding—and profitable—small business.
The crazy numbers behind Turkey’s exit 🤯
Square feet epidemic in Turkey.At daybreak, the entire Turkish people woke up with a hangover.Beaten by Paraguay by the smallest of margins (0-1), Turkey is already heading out of this 2026 World Cup ...
U.S. Small Business Administration ‘actively working’ to create veterans resource center in Idaho
BOISE (Idaho Capital Sun) — At the request of U.S. Sen. Jim Risch, the federal Small Business Administration is looking at establishing a new, Idaho-based office dedicated to supporting veterans, military members and their spouses. Risch, an Idaho Republican, wrote to the head of the Small Business Administration, Kelly Loeffler, on June 9, asking to […]
Ozempic changed obesity treatment, but experts say the real revolution is next
The obesity treatment landscape is changing fast, with GLP-1 drugs opening the door to more effective care than ever before. Experts now envision a future where medications, minimally invasive procedures, surgery, and precision medicine work together to deliver better long-term results.
Business owners on edge after break-ins at Arcadia, Eagle Rock shops: 'I lost my sense of security'
Surveillance video capturing a series of break-ins at businesses in Arcadia and Eagle Rock is raising concerns among small business owners.
First US patient enrolled in device study to reduce coronary microvascular dysfunction
The self-expanding A-Flux device is implanted in the coronary sinus to increase pressure on the venous side of the heart and improve perfusion in smaller vessels.
ASHE Health Care Facilities Innovation Conference
Meet Omnilert at ASHE Healthcare Facilities Innovation Conference and learn how AI Gun Detection and ENS can help secure your facility today.
Amazon Will Make Billions on Prime Day. For Small Businesses, the Math Doesn't Always Add Up
Prime Day boosts Amazon’s gains while putting intense pressure on sellers to cut prices, absorb costs, and take on most of the risk.
Ukraine turning robots into mobile weapons to hunt Russian targets
Ukraine's Frontline Robotics makes a remote weapons station that used to be stationary but can now be put on a robot to make a "small tank."
Prime Day 2026: Best Early Apple Device and Accessory Deals Now Live
Amazon is soon to be back with its annual summertime Prime Day event, lasting for four days from June 23-26, one of the longest Prime Day events yet. As it does every year, Prime Day offers shoppers a huge selection of deals across Amazon's storefront, and there are already many deals you can get on sale ahead of the event. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.
Entrepreneurs and small business owners: The importance of furthering your education
Commentary: When people think about entrepreneurship, they often picture someone diving in headfirst, learning through trial and error, and figuring things out along the way.
New legislation to open Allentown NIZ’s tax records adds small-business program
Unlike previous bills, this one will have a component to enhance small businesses in the NIZ with an assistance program.
U.S. Small Business Administration 'actively working’ to create veterans resource center in Idaho
The Small Business Administration may establish an Idaho-based office dedicated to supporting veterans, military members and their spouses.
New workshop trains Catholic scientists to fight myth of faith-science conflict
This year at its annual conference, the Society of Catholic Scientists offered a new workshop designed to prepare Catholic scientists to speak on science and faith topics in the public square.
Interventional work increasingly concentrated among smaller subset of radiologists
The proportion of radiologists performing some (>0%) IR-related work declined from 70% in 2008 down to 50% by 2023, according to new research published in JVIR.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max: smaller Dynamic Island, new camera, and 4 more upgrades could come at a higher price
A next-gen 2nm A20 Pro chip, brand-new Siri AI features, and fresh colorways could headline this September’s release.
A brain-computer interface has, for the first time, restored fluent everyday speech to a person who had lost it — a man with ALS who had not spoken aloud in years until a small implant from the BrainGate clinical trial began translating his attempts to speak directly into computer-synthesised words, in a result researchers reported in June 2026
Casey Harrell can now talk for twelve hours at a stretch. Two years ago, he could not talk at all. The ALS he was diagnosed with several years earlier had progressively destroyed the motor neurons controlling the muscles of his face and throat, leaving him with the symptoms doctors call dysarthria and, eventually, anarthria — […]
Electric bike and scooter injuries surge in Iowa, UnityPoint Health reports
UnityPoint Health reports a sharp increase in emergency room visits related to electric bikes, scooters, and other small personal vehicles over the past six years.
Pokémon Pokopia Updated To Version 1.1.1, Here Are The Patch Notes
Small but welcome fixes
Minority and women-owned businesses in Springfield earned MWBE certificate
More than 20 small, minority and women-owned businesses in Springfield have received their first-round certifications as Small Business/Minority/Women Business Enterprises, which will open new oppo…
Real Data, Real Stakes at the 11th Business Analytics Competition
The O'Malley School of Business hosted the 11th annual Business Analytics Competition (BAC@MU), welcoming 21 teams and nearly 100 participants worldwide.
Eastpoint Mall in Dundalk set to close, leaving some businesses in limbo
Video: A Small Election Could Change British Politics
Voters in the northern English district of Makerfield cast ballots on Thursday to choose their representative in Parliament, the outcome of which could lead to Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s ouster.
UMG, The World’s Biggest Music Company, Is Investing In A Mental Health Ecosystem. Here’s How It Works
Universal Music Group's circle of shared care, access and economic responsibility that streamlines the process to obtaining mental health support from trained Amber Health clinicians is a blueprint for companies large and small.
Bipartisan Senate duo looks to help more small businesses sell goods overseas
A bipartisan pair of lawmakers, Sens. Angela Alsobrooks (D-Md.) and Dave McCormick (R-Pa.), will introduce a bill Thursday aimed at helping American small businesses get loans to export their goods…
These families have been in business for 100 years—they say the American Dream isn't what it used to be
For the first time in generations, a wide array of U.S. entrepreneurs are struggling to do better than their parents, small-business owners and experts say.
NASA’s Lucy Reveals Wobbling, Peanut-Shaped Asteroid
Even small asteroids lead complex lives. During its flyby of the asteroid Donaldjohanson last year, NASA’s Lucy spacecraft revealed the asteroid to be a
Small Business Owners Face an ‘Incredible Challenge’ to Stay Open: 'It's Been a Nightmare'
Bruce Jovaag, owner of home remodeling company Norse Construction, says he is ready to retire.
If Your Business Can’t Survive Without You, You Don’t Own a Business — You Own a Job With a Logo
Why small business owners need to stop the endless grind to achieve true financial freedom.
City launched $2.4M small business loan program in partnership with Business Impact NW -
Fourth Plain Commons The City has launched a new citywide $2.4 million Revolving Loan Fund designed to expand access to capital for small businesses.
Some Asheville businesses that suffered Helene losses ineligible for $14M grant program
Small business owners seeking a share of the more than $14 million Asheville Recovers Together grant are being urged to review eligibility requirements.
Wallenstein: The small business tax hike that almost flew under the radar
Governor Kathy Hochul blocked a proposed cut to the pass-through entity tax credit affecting thousands of small businesses in New York.
If AI Is Sentient Then So Is ‘Age of Empires II’
“The point of the paper is to formally show that we anthropomorphise too readily."
Get Funding for Your Small Business with Grants!
Funding your small business is easier with GrantWatch at your side. Discover grants for small businesses and learn what it takes to apply!
Saving the trees: Decades of work lead to UTC faculty publication in Science
The first American chestnut tree Dr. Hill Craddock ever saw was one he grew himself. He was about 15 years old, working out of a small greenhouse his father built beside their home. A neighbor gave him a handful of chestnut seeds and suggested Craddock try growing them.
Small business loans available for businesses impacted by Garden Grove chemical crisis
The loans are part of the federal government's disaster recovery funds.
Little Rock business owner warns others after alleged vendor event scam
A small business owner says she lost $305 after applying to what she now believes was a fake food truck festival advertised in an Arkansas Facebook group.
Juneteenth celebration brings $35,000 in grants to Columbus small businesses
A Juneteenth celebration in Columbus brought people together and put thousands of dollars into local businesses.
'Relief' for small businesses after St. Petersburg city council rejects parking changes
Parking continues to be a problem in St. Petersburg, especially in neighborhoods with popular restaurants and businesses. City leaders voted down a proposal that would have allowed specific neighborhoods outside of downtown to establish resident-only parking zones.
Everything you need to know from State of Unreal 2026: Unreal Engine 6, Unreal Engine 5.8, and $1bn paid to Fortnite devs
Today's State of Unreal keynote at Unreal Fest Chicago formally unveiled Unreal Engine 6 and confirmed Unreal Engine 5.…
Waves of lawsuits and internet tracking: CIPA in the digital age
Small businesses are getting sued at an alarming rate for violating internet privacy laws, with one law firm fielding over 500 lawsuits alone citing the California Invasion of Privacy Act.
Small Business Owner and Former Cultural Affairs Commissioner Jeannine Wisnosky Stehlin Launches Bid for Culver City Council
Small Business Owner, Former Cultural Affairs Commissioner, and longtime community volunteer Jeannine Wisnosky Stehlin today declared her candidacy for the Culver City Council. Wisnosky Stehlin is running to be a voice for residents and community members who want strong, collaborative leadership at City Hall. "People come to Culver City because the...
Support Local, Get Rewarded: Portland entrepreneur offers 50% discount incentive
Portland artist Mike Bennett is boosting “shop local” with a deal: show proof you supported another small Portland business and get 50% off at Wonderwood Mini Golf or the Portland Aquarium.
The economy looks steady on paper. Small businesses see something else.
New data shows small business owners are struggling with uncertainty, which could signal a wider economic slowdown.
904th Contracting Battalion demystifies federal acquisition for Savannah area small businesses
FORT STEWART, GA-The 904th Contracting Battalion recently executed a federal contracting workshop in partnership with the Savannah Chamber of Commerce....
Mamdani launches media and entertainment workforce development initiative at CUNY colleges, including Queensborough Community College
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and NYC Small Business Services (SBS) have announced a new workforce development initiative at CUNY colleges across the city that aims to
SMALL TOWN POLITICS: Quitman city leaders vote ‘Yes’ to major public spending
Tuesday, June 16, Quitman city commissioners voted to approved the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget.
Nations allege 'attacks' on science at key climate talks
Crucial negotiations ahead of the COP31 summit have been frustrated by a "small group of fossil fuels interests" attacking the science of climate change behind closed doors, envoys said Wednesday.The ...
Alexandria Mall to host Kids Business Market for young entrepreneurs
Kids can sell handmade creations and keep all earnings at Alexandria Mall event June 25.
U.S. Business Applications for May 2026: Trend Remains Solid - Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council
by Raymond J. Keating – The latest business applications numbers from the U.S. Census Bureau offered a mixed story for May, with the overall trend, however, remaining healthy. Total business applications in May increased by 3.7 percent to 523,971 (seasonally adjusted). At the same time, high-propensity business applications declined slightly – by 0.3 percent to […]
Job Creators Network - Small Business Warning: Inflation, Interest Rates & the Hidden Impact of Washington Policies
Video originally published here. Elaine Parker speaks with Caroline Melear of the R Street Institute about how federal policy decisions affect small businesses and local economies across America. The conversation examines the connection between Washington policymaking and the economic realities faced by entrepreneurs, families, lenders, and communities. Parker and Melear discuss several major forces shaping...
Tribes and ANCs Are Not DEI: Key Takeaways from the 2026 NSBGCA Conference | Insights
The 2026 National Small Business Government Contractors Association (NSBGCA) Alaska Regional Conference reiterated that entity-owned firms can participate in federal procurement without violating DEI policies.
Governor Sherrill Secures SBA Economic Injury Disaster Assistance for Businesses and Nonprofits Affected by Belleville Fire
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 17, 2026 Governor Sherrill Secures SBA Economic Injury Disaster Assistance for Businesses and Nonprofits Affected by Belleville Fire Business Recovery Center Opened June 16 in Belleville TRENTON – Small businesses and private nonprofit organizations affected by the devastating May 3, 2026 fire in Belleville Township may now apply[...]
How Launcher Dover helps build Delaware’s downstate small business ecosystem
By prioritizing collaboration over competition, local leaders are building a more cohesive ecosystem for Kent County’s growing business class.
Small Business Owners Face Confusion Over Signage
A new law permitting some use of sandwich boards may help businesses — but other signage complexities remain
The U.S. Economy Is Leaving Small Businesses Behind
Small businesses say relentless pressures from tariffs and higher energy prices have sapped their resilience and finances.
A daily probiotic may help relieve depression and anxiety
A small clinical trial suggests that probiotics may offer a surprising mental health boost for older adults with depression. Seniors who took a daily probiotic alongside their regular antidepressant treatment experienced slightly greater improvements in depression and anxiety symptoms than those who received a placebo.
New plasma trick could unlock smaller, more powerful computer chips
A new technique could solve one of the biggest challenges in making future computer chips from ultrathin materials. Researchers found that coating molybdenum disulfide with oxygen or fluorine lets manufacturers remove just the top layer of atoms much more safely during plasma processing. The result is a cleaner, more controlled path toward smaller and more capable electronics.
Small Business Administration chief talks the state of small businesses in the U.S.
The Reindustrialize Summit convened leaders from manufacturing, technology, defense and finance in Detroit to discuss how to restore America’s industrial strength. Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler sat down with CNBC’s Leslie Picker for a conversation on boosting America’s manufacturing base, small business sentiment, and AI’s impact to Main Street.
Skill game ruling leaves Pennsylvania businesses facing possible taxes, new regulations
A Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruling that classifies skill games as gambling devices is raising concerns among small businesses that rely on the machines for extra revenue.
Planning Ahead Can Actually Make You Happier—Here's the Science Behind It
Research shows that simply having something to look forward to—big or small—can meaningfully boost your sense of well-being.
OpenAI Just Started Selling What Your Consulting Business Sells
OpenAI and Anthropic just launched their own AI consulting firms. Here is what independent advisors and small firms should do to keep their clients.
Risch Leads Request for Idaho-Based Veteran Business Outreach Center
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) sent a letter to Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Kelly Loeffler requesting a Veteran Business Outreach Center (VBOC) be established in Idaho to provide entrepreneurial support to veterans, service members, and military spouses. “Idaho is home to more than 120,000 veterans and 12,000 veteran-owned businesses. [. . .] These […]
What a New DOJ Memo Means for Small Business Hiring Practices
A recent U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) legal opinion could significantly affect how federal discrimination law is applied to small businesses.
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Florida Small Business Owners Meet with Congressional Leaders at NFIB’s D.C. Fly-In
NFIB’s annual event brings small business to Capitol Hill.
Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Small Business Roundtable
The Office of Advocacy is hosting a virtual roundtable focusing on the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) proposed rule, “Revision of Regulations for Grazing Administration, Exclusive of Alaska.”Date: June 30, 2026Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ETMeeting Pla
48 Arizona Legislative Candidates Earn Crucial Small Business Endorsement
NFIB Arizona PAC endorses 48 pro-small business candidates running for the state legislature
KERRIGAN IN THE WASHINGTON TIMES: Virginia Should Not Tax Away its Data Center Advantage - Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council
“However it is framed, the practical effect would reach far beyond one industry. A tax on digital infrastructure is a tax on everyone, including working families, local governments and small businesses in every corner of Virginia.” In a June 15 Washington Times Op-ed, SBE Council President & CEO Karen Kerrigan documents the state of Virginia’s tech […]
Building trust and flexibility in small-business financing
Discover the importance of speed, trust, and flexibility in small-business deals. Learn how to navigate the challenges of financing and find the right fit.
David Vaughan: Expanding Credit Access Strengthens SC's Small Businesses
"This new proposal will help further President Trump’s goal of improving the cost of living..."