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Small business owners receiving expert advice and support from a Small Business Development Center advisor, symbolizing growth and financial success.
Business & Economy

What Are Small Business Development Centers?

Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) across the US helped clients secure an astounding $5.

Aisha Patel·Jun 9
How OBI Creative Elevates Brand Building, and Business and Marketing Consulting Better
Business & Economy

How OBI Creative Elevates Brand Building, and Business and Marketing Consulting Better

In today's competitive landscape, building a resilient brand and executing a sharp marketing strategy are non-negotiable for growth. Many businesses struggle to connect deep customer understanding with measurable results…

Sponsored by OBI Creative·Aug 24
A diverse community thrives around a modern transit hub, with mixed-use buildings, green spaces, and people engaging in sustainable activities.
Transportation & Transit

Equitable Transit-Oriented Development: Balancing Growth with Community Needs

Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) integrates urban planning with public transit to create dense, walkable communities. Ensuring equitable implementation is crucial to balance growth with community needs, preventing displacement and fostering inclusivity.

Chloe Jenkins·Jun 3
Diverse construction crews working on a new bridge and public transit system in a modern American city, symbolizing the impact of the BUILD America 250 Act.
Transportation & Transit

BUILD America 250 Act Boosts Local Infrastructure Funding

Counties and local governments are poised to access an estimated 22 percent of the new BUILD America 250 Act's funding, a significant shift targeting local infrastructure and housing challenges.

Michael Sullivan·May 19
GLB Financial Services: Your Ultimate 2026 Guide to Financial Planning for Military Families
Business & Economy

GLB Financial Services: Your Ultimate 2026 Guide to Financial Planning for Military Families

GLB Financial Services, a Williamsburg-based firm, offers personalized financial planning, life insurance analysis, and SGLI conversion guidance for military families. Founded by a retired Army officer, they help service members and veterans navigate unique financial challenges.

Sponsored by GLB Financial Services·Aug 11
A lively downtown street in autumn, showcasing the grand opening of 15 new local businesses including bakeries and fashion boutiques.
Local Spotlights

15 New Local Businesses Opening This Fall

This fall, 15 new independent businesses, from artisan bakeries to sustainable fashion boutiques, are preparing to open their doors in our downtown core.

Caitlin O'Malley·Aug 14
A lively street in Newark, New Jersey, filled with diverse new local businesses and people enjoying the vibrant urban atmosphere.
Local Spotlights

Newark's Diverse Economic Growth: Corporate Programs, Community Initiatives, and Entrepreneurial Hubs

Newark is experiencing a vibrant economic surge driven by a multi-faceted approach combining corporate investment, city-led initiatives, and non-profit support. This collaborative effort fosters entrepreneurial growth, creates jobs, and addresses critical community needs like food security and affordable commercial space.

Caitlin O'Malley·May 20
An empty city bus stalled in traffic with a smog-filled city skyline in the background, symbolizing a transit crisis.
Transportation & Transit

My City's Transit Faces Crisis Without Decisive Action

While New York City's Mayor and Governor recently announced ambitious plans to speed up their buses, an author for OregonLive questioned whether our region still cares about TriMet and ensuring a stro

Michael Sullivan·Sep 6
How ESS Eagle Security Solutions Provides Executive Protection for Actors Visiting Virginia
Business & Economy

How ESS Eagle Security Solutions Provides Executive Protection for Actors Visiting Virginia

When film productions come to Virginia, ensuring the safety of high-profile actors is paramount. Eagle Security Solutions , a veteran-owned firm with locations in Chesapeake and Richmond, specializes in providing this cr…

Sponsored by Eagle Security Solutions·Aug 7
A massive, futuristic urban development project casts a long shadow over a small, neglected residential neighborhood, symbolizing the failure of community participation in equitable development.
Neighborhoods

Community Participation Alone Won't Deliver Equitable Urban Development in 2026.

Residents living near the $9 billion Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park were not invited to its groundbreaking ceremony, let alone consulted on its planning, according to the Chicago Tribune .

Chloe Jenkins·Aug 31
A newly built accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in a California neighborhood, showcasing increased housing density and streamlined development.
Neighborhoods

New California Laws Rapidly Increase ADU Housing Density

ADU permits in California's coastal zones, once a 6–12 month ordeal, now move in 3–6 months, according to rgj .

Chloe Jenkins·Aug 24
Getting to Know Lady Bug Honey: The Essentials for Hot Honey Enthusiasts
Food & Drink

Getting to Know Lady Bug Honey: The Essentials for Hot Honey Enthusiasts

Lady Bug Honey is a Sacramento-based brand producing small-batch, premium hot honey and fruit-infused honey for gourmet food lovers and home cooks. For those new to the world of artisanal honey, understanding what sets a…

Sponsored by Lady Bug Honey·Aug 5
Diverse city residents collaborating on transit system blueprints, symbolizing community engagement and the path to improved user experience.
Transportation & Transit

Local transit authorities must build trust to improve user experience.

City crews removed protective bollards and curbs on several recently-installed bikeways in early March 2025, an action that Chief of Streets Jascha Franklin Hodge questioned, according to Streetsblog

Chloe Jenkins·Aug 20
The BART train system teetering on the edge of a financial precipice, symbolizing the threat of service cuts due to budget shortfalls.
Transportation & Transit

Transit's financial cliff: Ballot measures may not avert cuts

To prevent immediate service cuts, the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) District's Fiscal Year 2027 budget relies on $88.

Michael Sullivan·Aug 4
How Jay Halsey's Negotiation Skills Help You Sell Your Birmingham Home Faster
Real Estate & Development

How Jay Halsey's Negotiation Skills Help You Sell Your Birmingham Home Faster

Jay Halsey is a trusted Birmingham real estate professional whose negotiation skills help homeowners sell faster. His expertise keeps sales moving, leverages market knowledge, and provides personalized representation for optimal results.

Sponsored by Jay Halsey·Aug 5
Diverse community members tending a garden, with a large federal building casting a shadow, symbolizing the threat of grant cuts to neighborhood resilience.
Neighborhoods

Community grants face cuts, threatening neighborhood resilience in 2026.

Under proposed federal rules, a community organization's grant could be terminated not for fraud or noncompliance, but simply because an agency decides it no longer aligns with 'national interest' or

Chloe Jenkins·Jul 30
A lonely bus stop under a dim streetlight, with an empty road signifying reduced public transit service due to funding cuts.
Transportation & Transit

Federal transit funding cuts will cripple local transit.

Valley Transit, Mat-Su's primary public bus service, faces canceling all Saturday service and halving bus routes because a proposed $250,000 local funding cut will trigger a disproportionate $750,000

Michael Sullivan·Jul 5
Electric cars causing gridlock in dedicated bus lanes, preventing public transit buses from moving and creating significant delays for commuters in an urban center.
Transportation & Transit

EVs Will Cause Public Transit Gridlock By 2026

Despite their environmental benefits, the presence of electric cars in bus lanes actively impedes the efficiency of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems in urban centers, creating significant delays for th

Michael Sullivan·Jun 24
Limousine Services in 2026: What to Know, With Summit Limousine LLC in the Mix
Transportation & Transit

Limousine Services in 2026: What to Know, With Summit Limousine LLC in the Mix

Choosing the right luxury transportation is a critical decision for corporate travel, special events, and airport transfers. As the market evolves, understanding what to look for when choosing limousine services becomes …

Sponsored by Summit Limousine LLC·Jul 29
Diverse Chicago residents gather with concerned expressions outside an apartment building, advocating for affordable housing.
Real Estate & Development

Holsten's Exit Signals Crisis for Chicago Affordable Housing

After 50 years championing mixed-income developments, Peter Holsten, a prominent Chicago developer, is selling his extensive portfolio, encompassing 2,638 residential units.

Michael Sullivan·Jun 24
Seniors boarding a crowded Seoul subway train amidst a backdrop of escalating financial deficit warnings, symbolizing the debate over free transit.
Transportation & Transit

Free Public Transit for Seniors in Cities Sparks Fierce Debate

Seoul Metro reported a staggering 383.

Michael Sullivan·Jun 21
Request a Personalized Calgary Home Value Report From Vince DeGiuseppe
Real Estate & Development

Request a Personalized Calgary Home Value Report From Vince DeGiuseppe

Understanding your home's current market value is the critical first step in any real estate decision, especially in a dynamic market like Calgary's. For homeowners in Calgary, Chestermere, and Okotoks seeking an accurat…

Sponsored by Vince DeGiuseppe·Jul 23
Diverse group of people boarding a public transit bus at a modern, accessible stop in a growing city.
Transportation & Transit

Public transit must be prioritized for sustainable urban growth

In Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where 23% of the population lives in poverty, over 80% of public transit riders lack a car and rely on a system that charges just a dollar per ride, according to...

Michael Sullivan·Jun 7
Weary Bay Area commuters in a dimly lit, rain-slicked transit station, with a 'Transit Funding Crisis' alert on a digital billboard.
Transportation & Transit

The Bay Area's Transit Crossroads: Will Voters Fund the Future or Force Deep Cuts?

Bay Area voters face a critical choice this November with a ballot measure proposing a new sales tax to prevent severe cuts to public transit. The Regional Transit Measure aims to address an $800 million annual deficit, with voters deciding between increased taxes for service preservation or significant service reductions.

Michael Sullivan·Jun 3