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WILLIAMS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: Public Hearing Advances RPIG Funding Plans For West Unity, Edon
The Village Reporter - Ohio
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July 16, 2025
By: Brenna White THE VILLAGE REPORTER publisher@thevillagereporter.com The Williams County Commissioners convened for their regular session on July 15, 2025. All were in attendance, including President Terry Rummel, Scott Lirot, and Bart Westfall....
Strong commercial loan growth gives U.S. Bank a boost
American Banker - New York
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July 17, 2025
David Paul Morris/Bloomberg UPDATE: This article now includes commentary from U.S. Bancorp's earnings call and an interview with Chief Financial Officer John Stern. U.S. Bancorp's solid commercial loan growth in the second quarter could add to...
Small business optimism index remains steady amid rising tax concerns
Enchantment State News - New Mexico
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July 11, 2025
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index showed little change in June, dropping slightly by 0.2 points to 98.6, which is just above the long-term average of 98. The decline was largely due to an increase in respondents reporting excess inventories....
Small business optimism holds steady; taxes remain top concern
Natural State News - Arkansas
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July 11, 2025
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its Small Business Optimism Index for June, showing a slight decline of 0.2 points to 98.6. This figure remains above the 51-year average of 98. A significant factor contributing to...
A New Dawn: Unleashing Energy and Embracing Digital Freedom
Alaska Watchman
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July 17, 2025
Fellow men and women of the Watch, if you’ve been feeling the weight of bureaucratic red tape stifling our great state’s potential, take heart—today marks a turning point. In a season of remarkable victories for American ingenuity and...
Hudson Valley, NY Managed Service Provider Fisch Solutions Expands IT Support
The AI Journal
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July 18, 2025
Fisch Solutions (845-237-0000) expands comprehensive IT support and managed service provider offerings across the Hudson Valley region, delivering enterprise-grade cybersecurity, managed IT, and technology solutions to local businesses and...
Weirdest Digital Banking Barriers in Fintech
The Fintech Times
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July 17, 2025
According to the World Bank, the number of adults without access to financial services has dropped from 2.5 billion in 2011 to 1.4 billion in 2021. While this is a great success, there is still a lot that can be done to further make official...
Aviso Group unveils national sponsorship with SEN
Mumbrella
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July 17, 2025
Aviso Group has partnered with Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) for a national sponsorship running from July to September 2025. The announcement: Aviso Group is proud to announce its partnership with Sports Entertainment Network (SEN) marking...
Local biz rallies behind Christmas in July event in support of Strathcona Christmas Bureau
County Market
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Breadcrumb Trail Links News Local News Local clothing boutique Fem Haven, located at 321 Kaska Road, is one of eight businesses participating in the Christmas in July fundraiser in support of the Strathcona Christmas Bureau. Photo supplied...
‘Cult of convenience’: how Tokyo’s retro shotengai arcades are falling victim to gentrification
The Guardian
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July 18, 2025
Tsutomu Nishiwaki raises the shutters of his store, the rattle marking the start of a new day at a shopping arcade in Tokyo. He wheels a display case into the foreground and stands behind the counter, framed by a sign proclaiming that this is a...
Standup showcase, speed campaigning, Community Bike Ride and more events
Lawrence Journal-World - Kansas
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Bicyclists take off during the second annual Lawrence Community Bike Ride on Saturday, July 21, 2012, at the Rotary Arboretum. About 200 participated in the event, which had three rides: one mile, three miles and 10 miles. Friday, July 18 Ansel...
New data reveals that South Africa’s non-bank lenders are at the forefront of financial inclusion
South Africa Today
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July 17, 2025
The International Committee on Credit Reporting (ICCR) Spring Plenary 2025 recently held in Cape Town spotlighted the urgent need to unlock broader access to credit. This is especially important through non-bank lenders that currently provide...
Tasmanians weren't ready for this election — neither were their politicians
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)
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July 17, 2025
It was an election Tasmanians did not want and could not afford. Forced upon the state by either a "wrecker" opposition leader and crossbench, or a premier who refused to resign (depending on who you ask). But Tasmania had only just had an...
Small Business Optimism Holds Steady Amid Rising Tax Concerns
Small Business Trends
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July 10, 2025
Small business owners have a lot on their plates amidst shifting economic tides. The NFIB’s latest Small Business Optimism Index report reveals that while small business sentiment has held steady in June, certain pressures linger that could affect...
Noblesville attracts businesses and residents with unique charm
WISH 8 - Indiana
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July 17, 2025
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — Noblesville is a city that seamlessly blends its rich history with modern growth, attracting both new businesses and residents. Located in Indiana, Noblesville is known for its historic downtown and vibrant community...
Small business confidence slips, but stays above average
KHGI - Nebraska
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LINCOLN, Neb. — The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index remained steady in June, with a slight decrease of 0.2 points to 98.6, which is still above the 51-year average of 98. A significant rise in reports of excess inventories was the primary...
Ant and Dec strip down to their boxers to reveal 'very exciting' career move
Manchester Evening News
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July 17, 2025
Beloved TV presenters Ant and Dec stripped down to their boxers to reveal a 'very exciting' career move to their fans. The Britain’s Got Talent hosts, whose full names are Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly, are currently spending some time away...
Alberta AG reports cite child care overpayments, millions in ineligible pandemic payments
Edmonton Sun
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Breadcrumb Trail Links Local News National Auditor General Doug Wylie's latest reports found parents may not have benefited from child care subsidies, and that a pandemic-era program to help businesses paid more than $150M to ineligible recipients...
When the ICE Men Have to Reach From Arizona to Alabama, We've Got a Problem
Hot Air
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July 17, 2025
Generally, once I get most of the headline ducks in a row early Saturday morning, major dad and I like to use the day to get out of the house and maybe wander a bit. Perhaps even grab a lovely lunch complete with adult beverages. It's pretty much...
Smart giving: Money-wise ways to help others
South Africa Today
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July 17, 2025
Many South Africans are generous by nature, helping family, friends, or causes they care about. But how can you give in a way that is both impactful and financially sound? JustMoney.co.za, a platform that helps South Africans make good money...