Recession or not, North Texas business owners struggling with inflation prices
Six straight months of a shrinking economy historically has equaled recession. Yet, people are still spending money and jobs seem strong. Local business owners seem more worried about inflation than recession.
Tarrant County offering grants to struggling small businesses due to inflation, pandemic
The pandemic and now record-high inflation have dealt many small businesses a one-two punch in the fight to stay in operation. In Tarrant County, a program is offering businesses that qualify the opportunity to have a fighting chance.
North Texas small business owners concerned about interest rate hike
It’s a scary time for small business owners who have been dealing with record inflation, both as a consumer and with trying to run a company.
Small businesses struggle to hire and keep employees amid economic uncertainty
Some small businesses are still struggling to hire qualified workers, even as the broader picture in the U.S. job market looks much brighter.
North Texas business owners discuss how they've stayed open during COVID-19 pandemic
Local businesses are sharing their experiences of trying to stay open during the pandemic with federal officials and members of Congress.
Small Business Saturday: Consumer spending projected to set new records
Saturday marks Small Business Saturday — a day created to shift consumers’ attention to the stores that call their communities home.
North Texas small businesses continue to hurt from supply chain issues
The crisis is clear when walking through your local grocery store or ordering at your favorite restaurant. It is also crippling businesses that you may not think about.
US mandates COVID-19 vaccines or tests for big companies by Jan. 4, 2022
U.S. regulators say Americans who work at companies with 100 or more employees will need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by Jan. 4 or get tested weekly.
North Dallas business bounces back two years after tornado
North Haven Gardens, a plant and garden nursery in business for 70 years, rebuilt from the 2019 tornado only to suffer minor damage again from another tornado last May. The storms are one thing. But in some ways, the pandemic has helped the nursery. It was something realized with more people focused on enhancing their homes.
North Texas man admits to orchestrating $23 million PPP loan fraud scheme
A North Texas accountant admitted to orchestrating a fraud scheme to get more than $23 million in forgivable PPP loans — which were intended to help small businesses struggling during the pandemic.
Facebook testing window display feature highlighting Fort Worth small businesses
Fort Worth is the first of several major cities to launch the Facebook concept called “Good Ideas Shop.” The window displays offer a local community connection to the businesses, but they also get worldwide exposure via the social media giant just in time for the holiday shopping season.
North Texas businesses affected by supply, labor shortages
In a pre-pandemic world, Dallas-based chef Meika Johnson was thriving preparing meals for private businesses. But in recent months, she's struggled to find both food and equipment. Now, she's forced to shut down her business, saying she’s spent more searching for products and less time actually making a profit.
Small businesses struggling with lack of qualified workers, supplies during pandemic
COVID-19 has created two major issues for small business owners. One reason is the disruptions to the supply chain. But the biggest reason is they can't find qualified workers.
Central Market in North Dallas reopens after 2019 tornado destroyed building
It has been nearly two years since a tornado outbreak leveled homes and businesses in the Preston Hollow area of Dallas. Now, a neighborhood staple is making a comeback, and several of its neighbors aren’t far behind.
Dallas businesses getting back to normal one year after start of COVID-19 pandemic
The Dallas Regional Chamber said that at the end of last year, 23% of small businesses in Dallas were forced to close, while 26% of businesses closed in Fort Worth.
Small Business Administration opens virtual centers to help those affected by winter storm
The virtual recovery centers opened by the SBA will give business owners, homeowners, renters and non-profits a chance to get some federal money so they can build again following the devastation of the winter storm.
Gov. Abbott promises state support for small businesses during Dallas roundtable discussion
During a roundtable discussion with Dallas small business owners, Gov. Abbott talked about fostering business growth, calling small businesses the backbone of the Texas economy.
COVID relief bill includes restaurant relief for North Texas businesses
The Texas Restaurant Association says somewhere between 10,000 and 12,000 restaurants have closed in the state since March of this year. And while another round of federal relief is on the way, the damage to the industry could take years to repair.
Curfew set for kids at Fort Worth Hulen Mall to stop ‘disruptive behavior’
Starting this weekend, people under the age of 18 must be with an adult while shopping or walking around the Hulen Mall in Fort Worth.
Cedar Hill Chamber of Commerce Launches Free Workshop for Business Owners
The pandemic has taken a toll on several businesses throughout the country, in the worst way.While many have continued to fight, others have had no choice, but to shut down operations.