Tag: small business
In round 2, state gets $1.1 billion in PPP money
After a rocky start that saw billions of dollars funneled to big companies while small business got pushed aside, the Small Business Administration is working out the kinks in the Paycheck Protection Program.
Protest caravan returns to state Capitol
The backlash over the continued shutdown or limits on many businesses went on today but within the state's limits on gatherings, although some brought vulgar messages to make their anger clear.
Questions arise about small business stimulus help
Stimulus "paycheck protection" plan launching to help small businesses in wake of coronavirus
‘Kentucky Proud’ web site lists takeout options
State Department of Agriculture sets up site to hook consumers up with Kentucky Proud certified businesses, farms.
‘LexUNITE’ encouraging public to help small businesses
People are encouraged to visit the website and purchase a gift card
Commerce Lexington Inc. congratulates Small Business Category winners
Commerce Lexington Inc. began honoring the contributions that small businesses have on our economy in 1986, and since that very first Salute to Small Business, the impact of small businesses on the global economy has become greater than ever before.
Democrat Jim Gray unveils jobs, economic plan on Labor Day
Democrat Jim Gray used Labor Day to unveil his jobs plan as he tries to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Rand Paul.
Company ordered to halt scam targeting small businesses
Attorney General Andy Beshear is warning Kentucky small-business owners to avoid a mail scam pressuring them to purchase a bogus labor law poster for their employees and business.
Winchester Main Street livens up for ‘Better Block’ event
A group of Winchester community members are taking things in their own hands to show the possibilities on what they call an "underutilized block of North Main Street."
Appalachian program to lend millions to small businesses
A lending program for small businesses in Appalachia is making millions in loans available throughout the region.
Beshear leading trade mission to Canada
Gov. Steve Beshear is leading a trade mission to Canada, which is Kentucky's largest trade partner.
Venture capital program helps new businesses
The state has a new program designed to encourage small business and economic growth.
How Increase In Minimum Wage Could Impact Small Businesses
Local economists believe a state minimum wage increase to $10.10 per hour would hurt small businesses and their employees.
Downtown Business Owners Ready For CentrePointe
Business owners in downtown Lexington are hopeful the construction of CentrePointe will help business.
Local Shops Prepare for Small Biz Weekend
Small businesses across the nation and here in central Kentucky will have their own holiday deals this weekend.
Local Shops Prepare for Small Biz Weekend
Small businesses across the nation and here in central Kentucky will have their own holiday deals this weekend.
Proposed Internet Sales Tax Could Harm Local Businesses
The U.S. Senate passed a bill that would allow states to collect sales tax from online purchases. The president of a Lexington business says it could hurt his business.
