Small Business

The nation’s economic outlook is vulnerable and fragile according to three professors from Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s College of Business and Analytics.

The project invites amateur and professional creators to join the effort.

A virtual presentation from the Jackson Growth Alliance is set for Wed, April 5, to help area businesses prepare to apply for Illinois Back to Business grants.

WSIU's Jennifer Fuller talks with Melissa Ray Roach and Amy Dion about the SIU SBDC, as they mark SBDC Day on March 15

More than 3,500 people helped raise money for two veterans organizations last year

Attend the open house to learn more about how the SBDC helps local businesses.

Online voting runs from now through March 5.

The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild recently introduced 2 bills to the General Assembly aimed at helping the craft beer industry. Senate Bill 2216 is the Beer Omnibus Bill and will bring clarity to some engagement programs.

Blake Morrison is set to finalize the paperwork to become the new owner this month.

Carbondale Spring Fest is a new event focusing on local businesses on April 9th. Local vendors from Southern Illinois will be on hand to sell and demonstrate their products and services.