Two years into COVID, was $800 billion payroll aid plan worth it?
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump rolled out the Paycheck Protection Program to catapult the U.S. economy into a quick recovery from the coronavirus pandemic by…
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Germany’s Bayer sells pest control business for $2.6 billion
BERLIN — German chemical and health care company Bayer said today it is selling a U.S.-based pest control business to private equity firm Cinven for…
Russia built an economy like a fortress but the pain is real
Western sanctions are dealing a severe blow to Russia’s economy. The ruble is plunging, foreign businesses are fleeing and sharply higher prices are in the…
Massive new cruise ship that will stop in Dubuque now in water
A Swiss company’s plan to offer tourists cruises along the length of the Mississippi River, with stops in Dubuque, drew a step closer to reality…
New owners take over 2 longtime Cuba City businesses
Business Bio Box Hometown Hair, formerly Joanie’s Hair Repair Service: Hair salon and barber shop Address: 105 S. Main St., Cuba City Phone: 608-885-0177 Business Bio Box…
Starting a business – during a pandemic
More information Most important qualities when starting a business during a pandemic In April 2021, Salesforce.com conducted a survey of new business owners to learn…
Taking jealousy and making it a positive
Jealousy is a tricky emotion to have. It can be perilous if you do not know how to use it. By definition, “jealous” is a…
Meeting agendas and priority management
How often do you find yourself thinking or expressing “there are not enough hours in the day” or “I’m so busy”? Most likely, this is…
Trusted contacts can make a difference for minority residents
Sarah Palmer is an elementary school teacher in Cascade, Iowa — and she is much more. In addition to educating youth in her rural community,…
How social media audio is breaking onto the scene
Imagine participating in a live conversation with a billionaire CEO, networking with an influencer or thought leader you admire, or even chatting with an A-list…