A senior from Auburn University just won a $75, 000 prize for a fresh idea that makes learning electronics easier and more fun. Joseph Rusk, who studies electrical engineering at Auburn, created a startup called The BreadBoard Company. His company sells a special kit that turns the confusing p
Savannah’s economy is booming, mostly thanks to big players like the port and Hyundai’s new electric vehicle plant. But small businesses aren’t seeing the same rise. While mid-sized and large companies are growing fast, tiny businesses with under 20 workers are barely keeping up. Most of the small b
Many small owners think adding more AI tools will free them up. In reality, it just piles up work. The usual setup is one model that answers a question and then the user copies the answer into another program. That loop is still manual work, not true automation. A better system launches severa
For fifteen years, Kollar Chocolates has been a well-known spot in Yountville, a small town in California’s wine country. The shop is now shutting down, but not before they sell off every last piece of chocolate. The owner, Chris Kollar, made the announcement on April 28, sharing the news on social
After months of searching, one woman turned a closed café into a space that feels both classic and modern. The converted Coastal Cafe now hosts Scullery Made, a place where giant sandwiches rule the morning and cocktails take over after four. The owner, who grew up in restaurants, chose Searsport fo
A husband-and-wife team once decided that real wealth doesn’t show up in bank statements. After launching a clothing brand, they quickly turned that belief into a brand worth millions. Their products—hoodies, hats, and similar items—are just the surface. The deeper message is about noticing what peo
Most new businesses don’t fold because they’re unpopular. They collapse when their money runs out before their next big sale. Bank accounts need constant feeding, no matter how impressive the sales ledger looks. This basic fact explains why so many companies withsterling ideas still disappear within
The U. S. is getting ready for its 250th birthday, and that’s bringing up tough questions. Who really built this country? Who will shape the next century? The conversations usually focus on famous figures from the past, but today’s business leaders matter just as much. For 25 years, an award has bee
Running a side hustle or a full-time gig takes more than just a good idea. Money moves matter just as much. Yet, many founders end up guessing when it comes to their own paychecks. A fresh bundle tries to fix that gap. For under $30, learners get 11 video courses and 160 hours of lessons on cash flo
The Richmond County Black and Minority Chamber of Commerce recently held a small gathering that felt more like a seed‑planting than a typical conference. The event, titled “Building Futures in the Diaspora: Business, Immigration & Family Success, ” was aimed at people who want to start a business
