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Economic Impact Study, Arts and Culture Alliance to be Revealed Your Chamber isn’t the official “host”, (so you won’t register on the Chamber website) but we’d love to see you just the same! On June 20, we’ll be supporting a free networking event at The Hub at Mulberry Mill 160 W. 6th St. Bloomsburg, called…

10 Innovative (and Cost-Free) Strategies to Grow Your Small Business Leverage word of mouth by encouraging satisfied customers to share their experiences and offer referral incentives. Form strategic partnerships with businesses that align with your values for mutual growth and community building. Share your unique business story at local events and on your website to…

CFPB’s Credit Card Late Fees Rule Halted Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce The U.S. Chamber scored a major win for the business community against federal agencies’ micromanagement of business decisions. Late Friday, the court granted the U.S. Chamber’s motion for a preliminary injunction and stayed the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) new credit card late…

2024 Tax Credit Opportunities for Construction Contractors Source: McKonly & Asbury Who loves tax credits? Raise your hand! Tax credits are a dollar-for-dollar reduction of taxes that could put money back in companies’ pockets – either today or looking towards the future for next year’s taxes. It’s never too early to start planning! Research &…

The Benefits of a Hybrid Work Model Although initially viewed as a way to curtail the spread of the Covid-19 virus, remote work has gained a foothold in the business community. Although it’s still an evolving trend, most employers have found that after the initial surge where most of the work was done remotely, the…

The Tool Belt Generation: Revitalizing Our Workforce, One Trade at a Time Gen Z is exploring alternative career paths in trades like construction and mechanics, driven by the rising cost of college education. The Tool Belt Generation is prioritizing practical skills and vocational careers over traditional college degrees, influenced by the tangible outcomes and potential…

EITC Reminder For Current Participants Here is another reminder that the EITC application deadline for current participants is next Wednesday, May 15th. It doesn’t matter what time you actually file next Wednesday, it only matters that you file between 12:00am and 11:59pm This applies to all currently participating companies who are filing for year two…

Local School to Compete at Best in PA “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” Contest The Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit, BLaST Intermediate Unit, Advance Central PA and The Foundation of the Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce announced the award recipients for the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” (WSCM) Central Susquehanna student video…