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Small Business

06 Aug

Startup Grind: Local coffee shop owners share what $100K really buys

published on August 6, 2025 - 2:19 PM

California: land of avocado toast, mimosa Saturdays—and a booming coffee culture rivaling Wall Street’s Monday mornings. For business owners eyeing

01 Aug

Don Roberto Jewelers to host grand opening celebration at River Park Saturday

published on August 1, 2025 - 2:54 PM

Don Roberto Jewelers will celebrate a grand opening of its new River Park location on Saturday with a ribbon cutting,

31 Jul

Integrity in Action: Central Valley firms are finalists for BBB ethics award

published on July 31, 2025 - 3:19 PM

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has once again recognized several Central Valley businesses for their ethical business practices and integrity.

30 Jul

Fresno’s Utility Trailer of California expands with Delhi acquisition

published on July 30, 2025 - 3:04 PM

Fresno-based Utility Trailer of California acquired Shehan Transport Refrigeration Inc. in Delhi in June to strengthen its regional parts support.

30 Jul

SCALE Fresno’s goal: Boost small biz ownership by 30%

published on - 2:45 PM

In May, a group of over 20 community and business-serving partners officially launched Scale Fresno, a regional initiative aimed at

25 Jul

Clocking success: Why faster games are paying off for Valley baseball

published on July 25, 2025 - 2:02 PM

When Minor League Baseball (MiLB) switched on a 15- to 18-second pitch timer in 2021, it cut a generation’s worth

23 Jul

BLOG: Establishing credit where credit is due

published on July 23, 2025 - 1:35 PM

Recently, the current Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) director announced that lenders will be allowed to use a second credit

21 Jul

F.E.E.L. Podcast: Empowering women in business to embrace their layers

published on July 21, 2025 - 2:34 PM

For Melissa Crook, creator and host of the of award-winning “F.E.E.L. Podcast,” guiding women through emotional wellness, self-discovery, mental health

18 Jul

Body of missing Fresno storeowner found in canal

published on July 18, 2025 - 1:26 PM

The Clovis Police Department announced on Friday that the body of Fresno businessman Surinder Pal was found in a canal

18 Jul

Scissors and City Officials: Hanford’s free ribbon-cutting program puts business in the spotlight

published on - 12:30 PM

The City of Hanford is rolling out the red ribbon for local businesses to experience a free and impactful way