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Byline: Breanna Hardy

22 Dec

The hidden cost of applying for PPP loan forgiveness?

published on December 22, 2020 - 1:46 PM

Business owners have used Paycheck Protection Program relief on payroll, utilities and other essential expenses — as mandated by the

11 Dec

Campagnia expands more than just square footage

published on December 11, 2020 - 2:33 PM

Campagnia Bistro in north Fresno is under construction to expand its bar and back kitchen in a project that will

09 Dec

Limo companies fight through uncertain times

published on December 9, 2020 - 2:11 PM

Many facets of the economy depend upon social gatherings, and with nowhere to go, the limousine business has been hit

02 Dec

Fresno County Econ Forecast: Brick-and-mortar transitioning, but here to stay

published on December 2, 2020 - 1:50 PM

Fresno County businesses, farmers and retailers have weathered a tornado of unpredictable events in 2020. But in 2021, commercial and

30 Nov

Convenience store owners embrace Amazon Lockers

published on November 30, 2020 - 1:53 PM

As people return to working in the office, picking up Amazon packages and getting gas on the way home can

25 Nov

Small businesses compete with retail giants this holiday season

published on November 25, 2020 - 2:29 PM

Black Friday and Cyber Monday typically bring in the biggest sales of the year for retail giants. This year, small

24 Nov

Max’s Bistro new outdoor dining suited for winter weather

published on November 24, 2020 - 1:32 PM

A Christmas tree and lights strung throughout the new outdoor seating tent invite new guests to dine outside for the

20 Nov

Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce receives grant to fight racial injustice

published on November 20, 2020 - 2:02 PM

Correction: The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation did not receive a grant from the Kresge Foundation Fresno Metro Black Chamber

16 Nov

Local storeowners react to Newsom’s restrictions

published on November 16, 2020 - 2:48 PM

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday — a day earlier than expected — that 40 counties moved to more restrictive Covid-19

09 Nov

Fresno company sells arts-and-crafts brands

published on November 9, 2020 - 4:46 PM

Arts and crafts as entertainment is growing despite Covid-19 disrupting business models across the country, and Twist Brands LLC has

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