Mayor Muriel Bowser recently announced that an additional $2 million will be available to support local small businesses in Washington, D.C. The funds will be used to help small businesses that have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds are being provided by the Department of Small and Local Business Development and will be used to provide grants and other forms of assistance. This news was reported by EIN Presswire.

Small businesses are the backbone of the economy in the Chicago area, representing over 99% of all Illinois businesses and supporting almost half of the state's workforce. The COVID-19 pandemic spurred even more growth, with a 69% increase in small business startups in 2021. Inspector Social helps business owners understand their digital real estate needs, leveraging the latest innovations in social media, e-commerce, platform marketing and more to achieve their business goals. However, Congress is pursuing legislation that discourages innovation, ultimately dissuading American technology companies from expanding and impacting the cost and accessibilty of technology services for small business owners.

JPMorgan Chase showcases the thriving small business scene in Dallas.

Opinion: It's encouraging to see JPMorgan Chase shining a spotlight on small businesses in Dallas, recognizing their contributions to the local economy and fostering entrepreneurial growth.