Local Business Resilience: A third-generation Medford shop, Anhorn’s Gas & Tire, celebrated a $900,000 renovation after securing about $600,000 in grants—an example of how funding can keep small operators competitive. Small Business Support & Funding: The U.S. SBA is offering disaster loans to Lincoln County, Miss. tornado victims, including up to $2M for eligible businesses and private nonprofits. Community-Led Growth: White River, Ontario secured $241,695 from FedNor to hire a three-year economic development officer to boost tourism and investment and help local businesses. New Openings: Mel & Mia’s opened a new downtown Mount Vernon location after buying its building, with fast permitting and local welcome helping the move. Brand Partnerships: Coca-Cola India’s “Locally Yours” backs Srinagar entrepreneurs with cooling infrastructure, digital tools, and trade partnerships. Risk & Security: A federal operation removed 17 payment card skimmers across the LA area and inspected 1,700 terminals, targeting fraud that hits small retailers and customers. Business Closures/Transitions: The owners of The Dive say they won’t rebuild after a fire and are selling the barge/platform and even the brand. Local Economy & Policy: Texas data-center standards drew more companies into compliance, while residents and small business owners in Abilene questioned impacts—highlighting how policy can shape local costs and disruption. Leadership Changes: The Paulding Area Chamber named Jen Rosebrook its new executive director, with a first step of visiting businesses to learn local needs.