Struggling Santa Rosa restaurant gets boost after heartfelt video from owners' daughter goes viral on TikTok
Feeling sad and troubled about the financial struggles her parents were enduring, the daughter of longtime Santa Rosa restaurant owners turned to social media for help. And the overwhelming reaction and reach were more than what the Lee family could have ever expected.
Locals happy to have the city back as Super Bowl event clean ups begin around Phoenix
Although Phoenix streets and neighborhoods were jam packed with Super Bowl visitors, who've since cleared out, all the foot traffic helped a downtown brewery have its best day since opening.
Super Bowl Gameday Experience preps underway in downtown Phoenix
Glendale might be hosting the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles for Super Bowl LVII, but downtown Phoenix is hosting the Super Bowl Gameday Experience. How businesses and roadways are being prepped for the influx of visitors.
Many smaller businesses plan to ramp up hiring in 2023, survey finds
The survey found that 84% of smaller business leaders said they’re also increasing compensation, while others are offering hiring bonuses, more flexible hours, and remote work options.
Arizona raises minimum wage by $1.05, but will it help? An economic expert weighs in
Some small businesses in Arizona say they've already been paying above minimum wage despite the state raising it by $1.05 this year so that they can retain good employees.
Phoenix area jerky store owner shares own battle with addiction
An Arizona man who battled addiction is honoring his father's memory by making the thing he and his father started making almost 20 years ago, which the man has turned into a small business.
The Coronado, beloved Phoenix vegan restaurant, at risk of closing permanently
The Coronado is efforting one last push to get more customers through their doors, or they might have to close down permanently.
Big hat company, Noggin Boss, is based in Phoenix and thriving after NFL feature
The big hat company that exploded on the scene after an NFL player wore one in a post-game interview is based in Phoenix. We're talking about Noggin Boss.
Florida lawmaker resigns after being accused of fraudulently obtaining COVID business loans
The Florida lawmaker who sponsored the "Parental Rights in Education" bill resigned on Thursday, one day after authorities announced his indictment on charges of defrauding a federal COVID-19 loan program for small businesses. Gov. Ron DeSantis will have to call a special election to replace him.
