Yuma SBDC honored for supporting entrepreneurs
May is National Small Business Month, and the Small Business Administration has recognized the SBDC for their dedication, leadership, and innovation.
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National Small Business Week is just around the corner
Mayra Franquez of the SBDC said, “If you are a small business, you can come in and have a conversation with an IRS representative. That will be on May 5th from 2-4 pm.”
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Better Business Bureau: How to spot a fake email in seconds
Scammers have upped their game trying to get you to click on an email link. With the help of AI, the emails are better written, have less grammatical errors and appear more legitimate.
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McDonald’s shakes up it drink menu
The launch includes six crafted options, featuring refreshers like Mango Pineapple with strawberry boba and Blackberry Passion Fruit with freeze-dried dragon fruit.
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Small business events to be held in Yuma
The Arizona Small Business Forum will be held on May 5 at 1351 S. Redondo Ctr. Dr., Room 164, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: How to avoid crypto ATM scams
The ATMs are an easy way to buy and sell crypto, but scammers have found there’s also a way to take thousands from unsuspecting consumers.
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Amazon launches GLP-1 weight loss program
The initiative will integrate weight management into routine care, allowing patients to access treatment as part of ongoing primary care.
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Meta to slash thousands of jobs next month
Sources tell Reuters the tech giant will lay-off nearly 8,000 employees, about one-tenth of its workforce, in the initial wave of job cuts.
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American Airlines restores flights to Caracas after seven years
American Airlines operated in Venezuela from 1987 until March 2019, when it suspended service over safety concerns after the U.S. Department of State issued warnings about crime and the detention of American citizens.
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John Ternus named CEO of Apple
On Monday, Apple announced that John Ternus will take over as CEO on September 1, while current CEO Tim Cook moves into the role of Executive Chairman.
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Yuma restaurant owner named Small Business Person of the Year for Arizona
A Yuma restaurant owner has been named Arizona Small Business Person of the Year. Alma Ornelas will be heading to Washington, D.C. to be honored by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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Trump Administration begins processing tariff refunds to American businesses
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is issuing the refunds to the businesses that request them, but not individual consumers.
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Nexstar-Tegna merger blocked until antitrust lawsuit is settled
A major media merger, involving Nexstar and Tegna, has been halted by a federal judge in California while an antitrust lawsuit works its way through the courts.
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Parent company of QVC files for bankruptcy protection
A published report said the company is dealing with a $6.6 billion debt, and the company’s filing said it hopes to emerge from bankruptcy within 90 days.
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Sydney Sweeney reteams with American Eagle for new summer ad campaign
The new campaign plays on Sydney’s shortened name “Syd” as she shows off the brand’s shorts.
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Snap Inc. slashes about 1,000 jobs
In a letter to staff, CEO Evan Spiegel pointed to advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) as a key driver for the layoffs, saying it has helped reduce repetitive work.
Continue Reading Better Business Bureau: How to avoid rental scams
BBB often warns consumers against doing business with callers and online companies who don’t have a valid physical address, but scammers are tricky and have found a way to associate an address with their shady dealings.
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Wednesday is Tax Day
The IRS estimates more than 50 million Americans benefited from at least one of the deductions Congress approved last year.
Continue Reading Federal judge in California extends temporary restraining order on Nexstar-Tegna merger
U.S. District Judge Troy L. Nunley extended the pause for an additional seven days to provide time for him to determine whether a longer injunction is needed.
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Local family-owned business opens sandwich shop in restored building
J.T. Bros had a ribbon cutting Thursday. The location is on Fourth Avenue near 26th Street at a restored historic building.
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