Aryn Henning Nichols and Benji Nichols run Inspire(d) magazine from Decorah, Iowa.

Venita Cooper says Silhouette Sneakers & Art is “destination retail.” But the store is helped by tourists visiting the historic site.

Originally started in her kitchen during the pandemic, candlemaker Colina Bruce talks about moving her business into a brick-and-mortar store and how things are shaping up through the holidays.

From dealing with surplus inventory to accommodating changing consumer habits, this Georgia retailer is trying to suss out the future.

From records to chocolate to bicycles, three small businesses describe how they’re doing ahead of Black Friday.

Rita Magalde, owner of Sheer Ambrosia in Draper, Utah, is starting her busy season and planning to bring on her first full-time employees.

The Nomad World Pub has hosted a monthlong watch party for the past six World Cups. Now the party’s on for this year’s winter World Cup.

Businesses with 500 employees or fewer — often far fewer — account for about 40% of private payroll in this country. A couple of recent surveys show they’re cautious about the future.

In addition to her day job, Jennifer Barton of Buffalo now sells mugs and other goods she makes, plus owns a community art studio.

Joseph Lettieri, co-owner and operator of InnBuffalo off Elmwood, almost sold the hotel in 2020. Now, it’s the busiest it’s ever been.