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It’s likely that Tropical Storms Marco and Laura will make rare back-to-back landfalls in the mainland United States over the next few days. These 2 storms are projected to send Acadia Parish a great deal heavy rain and wind over the course of the week. However, after the flooding of August 2016, we learned aRead more

On August 4, 2020, the Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, issued new guidance through Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) aimed at helping Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) borrowers navigate maximum loan forgiveness. The new PPP FAQs come as the August 8, 2020, deadline to apply for a PPP loan has recentlyRead more

On August 4, 2020, the Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the U.S. Treasury Department, issued new guidance through Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) aimed at helping Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) borrowers navigate maximum loan forgiveness. The new PPP FAQs come as Congress and the White House negotiate a new COVID relief package expected toRead more

Opportunity Machine is partnering with local subject matter experts to bring small business owners and startup founders a new video series titled ‘Click to STARTup.’ These experts will answer entrepreneurs’ most frequently asked questions via quick and easy how-to videos. “The demand for business education content offered through virtual channels has skyrocketed over the lastRead more

“Why should I start my own business?” For nearly every business that exists or has existed, this is the question that is asked at the beginning. Maybe you are tired of the full-time, 9 to 5 work day, working for someone else style of life. Or maybe you have a wonderful idea that just hasRead more

Louisiana Act 311 set aside $300 million from the CARES Act for a small business grant program. Businesses can apply for up to $15,000 to cover eligible expenses. Program updates will be posted at www.latreasury.com Small businesses can start applying on July 28 for grants to help cover COVID 19-related expenses. First 21 days: GrantsRead more

Today, Gov. John Bel Edwards and Secretary Don Pierson of Louisiana Economic Development announced an e-commerce initiative to empower the online performance of Louisiana’s small businesses, according to a press release from the Governor’s Office. The goal of LASmallBizOnline.com – with support from Shopify, a global commerce company – is making Louisiana firms more competitive during andRead more

As we quickly approach May 15 and Phase 1 of reopening Louisiana’s economy, it’s important to make sure you have a plan to ensure your employees and customers feel safe. Taking a look at best practices from essential retail businesses that have remained open is a good place to start. The ideas below can give you food for thought as you prepare to reopen your retail locations inRead more

Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Monday, April 27 that he is extending his stay-at-home order through May 15, saying some regions of Louisiana haven’t shown enough progress in fighting the coronavirus outbreak to lessen widespread restrictions on businesses and public gatherings. But if the state’s rate of infections continues to decline, Governor Edwards said heRead more

The Acadia Parish Chamber partnered with One Acadiana, local, regional, and state organizations to host multiple webinars to discuss the tools available to small businesses during the coronavirus crisis. Webinar #1 To support Acadiana’s business community – particularly our small businesses – in response to COVID-19, Acadiana resource partners will be hosting a series ofRead more