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SBA Administrator Guzman Announces 2024 National Small Business Week Award Winners
Kansas Small Business Person of the Year to be Honored at National Ceremony to Kick Off Week of Celebration WASHINGTON - SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, the voice in President Biden’s Cabinet for America’s more than 33 million small businesses, announced the National Small Business Week (NSBW) 2024 Award Winners including Kansas’ Small Business Person of the Year and other business owners, leading partners, and advocates who embody the grit and determination that power our nation’s economy and
Kansas Small Business Development Center at FHSU helps drought-affected businesses
The Kansas Small Business Development Center at Fort Hays State University was recently awarded a $100,000 federal grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration to create a series of workshops to help small businesses in rural Kansas most affected by persistent drought. In August 2023, the Governor of Kansas declared a drought emergency for 55 counties in the state, issuing warnings or watches for the remaining 50 counties. The economic repercussions of this prolonged drought have been profound. The
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Kiwanis Club of Hays Celebrates Legion of Honor Recipients
The Kiwanis Club of Hays is pleased to announce its Legion of Honor recipients for the 2023-2024 membership year. This year’s Legion of Honor recipients were joined by fellow members serving 25 years or more at the luncheon. Pictured left to right: Lou Tinkel, 46 years of service, Dennis Zimmerman, 44 years of service, Connie Mermis, 29 years of service, Mary Hammond, 25 years of service, Tisa Mason, 28 years of service, Rex Ball, 25 years of service, and Marion Dreher, longest serving Kiwanis Club of
Cathy’s Breads to Offer MicroBakery Training Program
Cathy’s Breads, a home-based, micro-bakery operating in Hays since 2013, will be offering a Micro-Bakery Training Program starting in June. Owner Cathy Drabkin, who plans on retiring in 3-5 years, hopes to develop a pool of skilled bakers able to serve the Hays community. “I want to be sure that my customers will be able to continue getting great artisan breads and fine-crafted pastries after I’ve closed up shop,” said Drabkin. “But I also know that developing these skills takes time--a bakery isn’t a
How Small Business Owners Can Make Realistic Financial Projections
Running a small business is a challenging venture, especially when it comes to managing finances. Financial projections are crucial for any business, whether it's a startup or an established company, as they are used to predict future cash flows. However, creating realistic financial projections can be a daunting task for most small business owners. In this article, we explore some tips on how small business owners can make realistic financial projections to keep their businesses on the right track and
Halloween Announcement: Wild West Festival conjures up a spectral musical extravaganza over Fourth of July weekend in Hays
On this Halloween day, as the spirits roam freely and the pumpkins glow eerily, the Wild West Festival in Hays unveils its spellbinding plan for the Fourth of July weekend, promising a bewitching and spine-tingling experience that will draw attendees from across the region. In a land where tumbleweeds meet twangy guitars, and stars shine as bright as fireflies, the Wild West Festival has always been a jewel in Western Kansas's summer crown. This year, the festival will be a ghoulishly good time with a
News Release: 10/31/2023
ESCROW PROGRAM Rules & Regulations 1) Taxpayer’s taxes must be current with no delinquencies. The Escrow program cannot be initiated for delinquent taxes. Taxpayer must fill out and sign the agreement paperwork (either in person or through the mail). 2) A onetime startup fee for the escrow program is $35.00, which is to be paid in full with the signed agreement. 3) Ellis County will process an Automatic Withdrawal/ACH for payment. Automatic withdrawals are done on the 5th or 20th of each month. We
Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
6 Ways to Create an Inclusive Workplace for Employees With Disabilities
Today, more and more businesses are interested in becoming truly inclusive — but you may be struggling to put these principles into practice, especially in regards to supporting employees with disabilities. These tips will help you cultivate a more inclusive environment for job applicants and staff with disabilities, like fulfilling obligations for reasonable accommodations and offering attractive benefits. Inclusive Job Descriptions Before you even begin the hiring process for an open