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The Java migration imperative: Why your business should upgrade now

To truly take advantage of modern Java, apps built for the ecosystem must be constantly maintained to maximize performance and minimize exposure to risks and security vulnerabilities.

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Accidental phone call leads to new U-Haul business in Freeport

People in the Freeport area have a new option to rent trucks, trailers, and other moving supplies.

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Small businesses urged to check unclaimed property database

State officials are urging small business owners to check online for possible unclaimed property.

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Sulphur, Oklahoma, business owners cope with catastrophic tornado damage

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Health-focused restaurant chain Modern Market Eatery cooks up Orlando expansion

Here's how Denver-based restaurant chain Modern Market Eatery plans to expand its "better-for-you" fast-casual concept in Orlando.

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Helping Small Business Owners

Saratta Murphy, the director at Roanoke Chowan Community College Small Business Center, joined us with more on the center’s revitalization and what they can offer entrepreneurs.

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I knew having an older dad meant less time with him, but that didn't make losing him any easier.

Growing up, my dad was older than other parents. Knowing we would have less time together didn't help with the loss when he died.

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Freddy Krueger mannequin stolen from business

The owner of a business in Boardman reported that someone stole a life-sized Freddy Krueger mannequin from his property.

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AI has yet to be truly transformational like the internet, CEO says

MongoDB's CEO said AI might help him write a better email, but it still has a ways to go before it fundamentally transforms his life.

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Spotify's stock is surging — and its CEO is cashing out

Spotify CEO Daniel Ek has sold $176 million worth of stock this year — and he's not the only exec to cash out amid ballooning value.

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Best cities to start a business in 2024

Austin, Texas, is the best city to start a business.

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Beloved Laurel donut shop reopens after December crash

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Passengers awarded thousands for 'mental agony' of 'malfunctioning'...

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It’s Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s Time to Stand on Business

She’s releasing a new memoir, My Time to Stand, in January 2025.

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How business owners can prepare for the FTC’s noncompete ruling to go into effect

Working now to Strengthen confidentiality rules and understand exceptions and state-wide guidelines will put business owners ahead of the learning curve when the FTC's noncompete ban happens.

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Small Business Transformations Put the AI in Main Street

To unlock big changes, small businesses are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) tools to drive growth and stand out.

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City celebrates Small Business Week with lineup of events for owners, entrepreneurs

From April 28 through May 4, small businesses are invited to take part in different workshops and networking events across the island.

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WeWork cuts new restructuring deal that spurns founder Neumann

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San Francisco's business curfew won't 'make any changes' to 'slow down' crime, owner warns

A business owner in San Francisco's Tenderloin district argues a proposed overnight curfew would cut off some essential customers and not "stop or slow down" crime rates.

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Business owner fined for non-compliance after 2022 fire in Knox

Debt is growing for the owner of the Vorpal Gaming building that burned down in June of 2022.

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Business owner fined for non-compliance after 2022 fire in Knox

Debt is growing for the owner of the Vorpal Gaming building that burned down in June of 2022.

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Chamber honors outstanding Superior and Douglas County businesses, individuals at event

This marks the 70th annual business awards presentation by the Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Philips pays $1.1B to settle sleep apnea device suits

Philips Respironics announced that it agreed to pay over a billion dollars to settle claims stemming from the 2021 U.S. recall of its sleep therapy devices.

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A United passenger fought with his girlfriend, threatened to 'mess up the plane,' and forced a diversion. Now he must pay $20,000.

Alexander MacDonald pleaded guilty to flight interference after he threatened the cabin crew following an argument with his girlfriend.

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Hong Kong business sector hails minimum wage formula as economist sounds alarm

Proponents say formula provides ‘objective data’ in determining wage levels, but one economist has warned the measure could trap the city in a wage-price spiral.

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Supreme Court gives SEC a win over Elon Musk

The Supreme Court Monday rejected Musk's attempt to undo a 2018 SEC settlement that requires him to get legal approval for X posts about Tesla.

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Former cop illegally owned business, took $246,000+ in COVID relief loans, authorities say

A former Miami police officer is on the wrong side of the law, charged with fraud and corruption.

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Daytime LIVE for National Small Business Day

Amy takes a trip to downtown Kingsport on this National Small Business Day, to visit with a couple of the newest businesses that call the Model City home! Please take a few moments and watch the vi…

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Fire threatening Bend business appears to have started at homeless encampment

A fire that appears to have started at a homeless encampment led to $50,000 in damage to a commercial building in northeast Bend Sunday night, according to firefighters.

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Mental-health professionals explore AI-powered digital therapeutics to treat patients and improve care

There's a shortage of mental-health providers. AI is being used to bridge the gap by helping analyze symptoms and offering patients treatment plans.

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Acquisition Excellence: HUD Receives an “A+” Grade on SBA’s Annual

HUD No. 24-093 HUD Public Affairs (202) 708-0685 FOR RELEASE Monday April 29, 2024 Acquisition Excellence: HUD Receives an “A+” Grade on SBA’s Annual Small Business Procurement Scorecard Department

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Business owners celebrate successful NFL Draft

The successful hosting of the NFL Draft didn't just add momentum behind the city's revival, but it gave local businesses a foundation to build on ahead of more events and successes coming to Detroit.

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Celebrate National Small Business Week by shopping local

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Oklahoma business owners sift through rubble after tornadoes

“25 years of hard work is being destroyed and there’s nothing I can do about it,” he said.

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Voice of Business: Proposed rule would hurt businesses from competing

The U.S. Department of Labor is the latest agency to jump on the government overreach bandwagon as they have put their targets on our business community. In a new rule published by the US Department of Labor is proposing to change the minimum salary threshold for exempt employees from $35,568 to $55,000 annual salary.

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Trump is reportedly annoyed by Kari Lake's frequent Mar-a-Lago jaunts

Despite running in Arizona's hotly contested Senate race, Lake has been frequently campaigning out of state.

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Richard Branson says this decision helped build his $2.5B net worth: 'I don't think I would have gone to space' otherwise

Billionaire Richard Branson discusses one of the most difficult decisions of his career, selling Virgin Record in 1992 to focus on growing Virgin Atlantic.

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From Wall Street to Silicon Valley, AI specialists are a hot commodity

AI might ultimately take all our jobs. But right now, it's minting plenty of high-paying roles.

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Meta's Oversight Board is reportedly planning to cut staff

Meta's "supreme court" recently told some employees that their jobs were at risk, The Washington Post reported.

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Dawn Professional Helps Small Business Owners Work Smarter, Not Harder

Small business owners, Ashley Iaconetti and Jared Haibon are sharing a new launch from P&G Professional to help small business owners work smarter, not harder.

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Video 'GMA' celebrates National Small Business Week

Lori Bergamotto is here to introduce four small businesses spotlighted by "GMA" sponsor, Chase for Business, including KIN Apparel, Solgaard, Blondery and Bonita Fierce Candles.

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Can this firm invest in only Black women? This case will decide.

The legal firepower on both sides of the Fearless Fund case reflects the disparate views on the nature of discrimination and the role of history in shaping public policy.

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New face of Wonder: Food business continues to find financial backing even as it pivots from vans to brick-and-mortar delivery concept

Venture-backed food business Wonder had an idea that it’s leaving behind. In its place, it has about four more. It was at the start of last year that the startup hit reverse on its initial concept, which involved parking kitchen-equipped vans near customers and delivering food straight to doorsteps. Since then, it’s put its name […]

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New court filings show SEC, Chair Gensler believed ethereum was a security for at least a year

Consensys filed a lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission claiming the agency is attempting an unlawful power grab by seeking to classify ethereum as a security.

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Cooking up success: Commercial kitchens that fought through pandemic and finding business is on upswing

When the pandemic shook up the food and beverage industry, commercial kitchens in New Jersey held on. In fact, after several years of adjusting, adapting and sometimes benefiting from the way the pandemic altered dining — a reality some commercial kitchens faced just years or merely months after launching — these businesses are enjoying a […]

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I took the new Hyundai Kona on a family road trip: It's a practical car with pizzazz that I'd be comfortable letting my teenager drive.

I took the 2024 Hyundai Kona on a long road trip with my family. Here's what I think of the vehicle after many hours at the wheel.

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Deloitte Acquires Gryphon Scientific Business to Expand Security, Science and Public Health Capabilities

/PRNewswire/ -- Deloitte announced that it has acquired substantially all of the assets of Gryphon Scientific, LLC (Gryphon), a leader in biosafety,...

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Business notes for the week of April 29

See which organizations are giving back and which projects are landing grants.

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From their family to yours: New business helps kids on the spectrum learn

A family in Palm Beach County has created a business to help children living with autism, their parents, and teachers.

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DC Small Business Week kicks off with showcase along Rhode Island Avenue

Monday marked the start of Small Business Week in D.C., and District leaders are starting it off with a showcase of local businesses along the Rhode Island Aven

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