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Ferlecia Cuthbertson, current CPO of United Way, and Jess Wilbanks, former United Way director, celebrate the organization’s 50th anniversary.

Local United Way chapter celebrates 50 years

The United Way of Allendale, Barnwell, and Bamberg Counties has been connecting citizens with resources since September 1974. A celebration was held in November honoring this momentous occasion for …
Phil Hudgins

Robert Williams knows good newspapering…and barbecue

Every profession has its standouts, those who set the standard in their field. Robert Williams is one of those people in journalism.  Robert owned several weekly newspapers, mostly in South …
Kelvin Collins

BBB offers top tips to outsmart porch pirates and delivery scams

The holidays are fast approaching, and with that comes spikes in reports to  BBB Scam Tracker  regarding delivery related scams and “porch pirates” – thieves who brazenly …
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How to create the perfect holiday pop-up experience

Square offers holiday-themed advice on seasonal pop-ups for sellers looking to get started, build a customer base, and test products.

The 7 small business trends that paid off in 2024

NEXT tells the story of how staying small on purpose seems to be paying off big for some small businesses.

6 ways to help climate-proof your business

(BPT) - Organizations are increasingly worried about the impact of climate change on their businesses. A national survey by MIT Technology Review Insights, in conjunction with the Michigan Economic …

7 Steps to Help Keep Your Small Business Cyber Safe This Holiday Season

(BPT) - The holidays bring a whirlwind of excitement, sales, and unfortunately also scams. Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Week mean increased online transactions, e-commerce …

Managing Insurance for Your Seasonal Construction Business

(BPT) - For many contractors who work seasonally, winter may signal an end to their busiest time of year; for others, winter is the start of their busiest time. No matter when your busy season is, …

41 tips to support small businesses this holiday season (on any budget)

NEXT shares 41 tips to support and nurture every type of local business in a community.

End of the year business checklist: 7 tasks to do now

NEXT shares a checklist to help small businesses navigate tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial analysis, business strategy, and more.

(BPT) - In today’s workforce, more workers are reconsidering the role of work in their lives. Employees are increasingly looking for more than just a paycheck — they want their work to be …
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Meetings don't have to be painful. These 5 strategies can help teams stay engaged.

Ever had meetings that "could have been an email?" WorkTango compiled insights on how to better engage team members and get more out of gatherings.

LegalZoom shares four methods to ensure your business name is unique and effective.

LegalZoom shares four methods to ensure your business name is unique and effective.
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The best SUVs for snow in 2025

Whether you're looking for a more affordable or luxury variant, or one that can tow and haul, CarGurus lists some of the best SUVs for driving through the snow.

Where home prices are forecast to increase most in the coming year

SmartAsset ranked 2,000 of the largest U.S. zip codes based on the projected average dollar increase in home prices between August 2024 and August 2025.

New money scams are popping up: Here are the ones to look out for

Money.ca explores the different kinds of evolving money scams and how to avoid them.

The 10 cities where freelancers earn the most

Where are freelancers earning the most money? Ouro analyzed the latest economic impact study from Fiverr to compile the top 10 cities.

Charities look to make up for weak revenue, shifting donor base this GivingTuesday

How could GivingTuesday impact a trend of declining donations to charities? Windfall analyzed data from Giving USA and others to illustrate.

52 companies that offer student discounts

SoFi rounds up dozens of currently available student discounts on a variety of goods and services.

42% of Americans are willing to pay more to support small businesses

(BPT) - Americans are evenly split on their shopping habits, shopping both big and small — 29% favor local or small businesses, while 29% prefer national retailers. Though price remains …

How to Plan for Retirement

(Family Features) Being financially secure in retirement starts while you're still working. To ensure you're prepared, consider these steps to plan for retirement.

New Year’s resolutions for your financial health: tools to help you navigate your financial situation

New Year’s resolutions for your financial health: tools to help you navigate your financial situation

(Lindsey Johnson, Consumer Bankers Association President and CEO) - The end of the year is the perfect time to review your full financial picture and consider any changes. With over 4,000 banks in …