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Manufacturing Growing At Fastest Pace In 7 Years

WASHINGTON — U.S. manufacturers expanded at the fastest pace in nearly seven years last month, but a sudden rise in the price of raw materials could threaten their profits.The Institute for Supply Management said Tuesday... more »

Loans Launch Dreams For Small Businesses

Rhonda Groh is about to see her dream come true. She soon will open her own bakery — called The Bakery — at 1314 Washington St., Davenport, inside Johnny's General Store. But Groh says she... more »

Birmingham Business Kicks Off Strong In 2011

Last year brought signs of hope as Birmingham enjoyed a year of solid business growth for retailers and new business activity. Existing businesses reported sales gains in 2010, many reporting 10 percent or higher. Retail... more »

Savvy Shopper: Bargains, Unique Items At Tin Roof

Take a peek inside the Tin Roof and you'll find items such as an antique Bavarian sleigh table and a caribou trophy head."It is the thrill of the hunt," said store manager Brooke Harwood. "People... more »

Legislators, Retailers Like Sales Tax Holiday

Touting a study showing that sales tax holidays on some items lead to increased revenues for the state, retailers urged legislators Thursday to install another such holiday ahead of the 2011-2012 school year.Rick McAllister, president... more »

Getting A Boost From ‘Buy Local’ Campaigns In Summit County

For many independent businesses, developing a strategy to compete with neighboring big-box retailers is a real anxiety trigger. However, enterprises backed by community-wide Buy Local campaigns — such as "Summit Unchained" run by the Summit... more »

Crowds Fill Summit For Consumer Expo

It seemed like strolling along a busy main street adorned with gift shops, art galleries, travel agents, insurance offices, charitable agencies, banks and lodging accommodations.Yet, it all took place in one large room inside Canton's... more »

Chamber Looking For Best New Small Business

CEO Business Centers and the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce are looking for the county's best new small business, and they're offering a reward.As part of their Amazing Entrepreneur competition, business plans can be submitted from... more »

On The Move: Fort Collins Couple To Launch Furniture, Gift store

A new shop featuring antiques, reproductions, modern and vintage furniture and gifts will open Saturday in Front Range Village.Nestled between Party City and Dress Barn, the 1,400-square-foot Feather Your Nest, is owned by Barbara and... more »

Calgary Retail Sales Forecast To Soar

Retail sales in the Calgary region are forecast to balloon by $7.2 billion to $28.678 billion a year in 2015, far outpacing the annual rate of growth at the national average.Seeing a 9.1 per cent... more »