Make big moves to shop or dine small on Small Business Saturday
The U.S. Small Business Administration encourages the community to support independent retailers on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25.
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Lewellen Blooms in North Judson wins top prize in Starke Tank competition
Lewellen Blooms LLC in North Judson came out on top of a crowded field of contestants to win the fourth annual 2023 Starke Tank Countywide Small Business Pitch Competition.
Veteran opens Sticky Spoons Jam in Niles, Michigan
Veteran Aiye Akhigbe realized her dream when she opened Sticky Spoons Jam on July 21 in Niles, Michigan.
Diversity boosts American entrepreneurship, supports immigrant small business owners
Geri Sanchez Aglipay, SBA Great Lakes regional administrator, says the Fourth of July also day to remember contributions of immigrants.
Elite Truck and Auto celebrates grand opening in Knox
Jerry Lain and Adam Minix say it is the right time to open Elite Truck and Auto close to home in Knox.
Wakal Machining building at Knox Industrial Park
The Starke County Economic Development Foundation celebrated a groundbreaking May 8 with the Wakal family, who are building a machining facility in the Knox Industrial Park.
DID YOU KNOW? SBA offers free program to take businesses to next level
March’s “Did You Know?” tip explains the U.S. Small Business Administration’s free T.H.R.I.VE. program.
Taylor Floor Covering in Elkhart acquired by former South Bend resident
Taylor Floor Covering in Elkhart recently was sold to Marc Waite, who is returning to the Region from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Indiana small businesses land $825 million in federal contracts
Small businesses across Indiana have earned their share of doing work with the federal government.
State receives federal funds to support small businesses
The state of Indiana has received some federal funding, which it says is designed to increase capital access for small businesses.