Florida wineries face possible closures as business dries up
The Wine and Grape Growers Association said that it may take a while, but they believe the industry will rebound eventually.
Barstool Sports founder raises over $16M for small businesses impacted by coronavirus pandemic
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy launched a fundraising effort with the nonprofit 30 Day Fund for small businesses impacted by COVID-19 called "The Barstool Fund, contributing $500,000 of his own money toward the effort.
HHS tells FDA to cancel surprise fees on distilleries who made hand sanitizer
Distilleries that made hand sanitizer amid a shortage earlier this year were shocked to learn that the FDA was slapping them with a $14,060 fee.
New Orlando restaurant defies the odds, flourishes during pandemic
Chicken Fire isn't just a new Orlando chicken restaurant. It represents a local entrepreneur's vision that grew and flourished while a pandemic cratered much of the local economy.
Winter Park holds first outdoor holiday market for small businesses
For one day only, Winter Park merchants sold their goods in an open-air market.
Restaurant owner breaks down exactly how much money he's losing during COVID-19 shutdowns
Dustin Lancaster, an owner of several restaurants and businesses in Los Angeles county, revealed on social media that his bar would have about $1,500 to pay $10,000 in monthly rent.
Small Business Saturday could make or break retailers hit hard by pandemic
Business owners across the country are hoping that Small Business Saturday will help them recover from a slow pandemic economy.
Downtown Sanford prepares for open containers on Small Business Saturday
The City of Sanford is trying something different this year for Small Business Saturday. The stores are setting up displays outside, and the bars are stocked with to-go cups as Sanford gears up for an open container Small Business Saturday.
Tale of two small businesses: one survives pandemic, one doesn’t
Two small Central Florida businesses received assistance to ride out the coronavirus pandemic. One survived while the other had to shut down.
Popular Lake County Christmas tree farm business harassed over mask policy
Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest is back in business just in time for one of the busiest parts of their year – pumpkin season. But the family spot in Eustis hasn’t been all holiday cheer.
Home staging company started by teen sees phenomenal growth after four years
Systematic Home Staging is now the largest home staging company in the United States, started by a Central Florida teenager with the money he had from selling his dog walking business.
Businesses use popular app to boost sales amid pandemic
Wave Asian Bistro and Sushi started building their following on TikTok over the last six months, and already have nearly 300,000 followers.