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Brian Bailey, his wife, Michelle Bailey, and Anthony Fish, Domino’s store executive vice president

New Mexico local and Domino’s largest franchisee receives high honor

Thin crust Ultimate Pepperoni Feast, with added sausage, mushrooms and green chile. This is the go-to order of Domino’s largest franchisee owner in the nation, Brian Bailey. From his …
Innovative Space Carrier Inc. (ISC), a space startup based in Tokyo, Japan, and its United States subsidiary, Sirius Technologies, Inc., signed an operational lease at Spaceport America in May. …
There aren’t many places where you can walk into a bookstore and meet a best-selling author and icon who has won national awards and even has her own Wikipedia page. In Las Cruces, that …
April's housing report shows a significant shift from last year's dynamics.  After an impressive first quarter for 2025, April's report represents a decline of 18% from last year in overall …
The Rio Grande Rotary Club named Kohl’s of Las Cruces the Rio Grande Rotary Club’s Business of the Quarter for the first quarter of 2025. The Rio Grande Rotary Club’s Business …
New Mexico Construction Alliance handed out donation checks totaling $235,000 to 32 local nonprofits at an awards ceremony at the Las Cruces Convention Center and announced the lead builder for 2025 …
Las Cruces businesswoman Angela Garcia’s family built a successful business around helping young children learn and grow. But life for Garcia didn’t start out easy. Garcia, 37, …
Winning at business

How AI is transforming manufacturing industries

10X Engineered Materials demonstrates how AI offers a path toward more resilient, sustainable, and future-ready manufacturing.
Ranked: The states paying the closest attention to America's manufacturing crisis
TeamSense ranked all 50 states and the District of Columbia by their level of search interest in manufacturing topics.
How to build business credit without using personal credit
Brex explores effective approaches that leverage your business's own merit to build credibility with lenders, suppliers, and financial institutions so you won’t have to rely on personal guarantees or credit scores.
How to start a free LLC in 2025
LegalZoom says there is no such thing as a completely free limited liability company since filing fees will need to be paid, but provides information on how to get an LLC with no additional costs.

SBA loans vs. business lines of credit: Which is best for small businesses?

LegalZoom says that while the U.S. Small Business Administration helps connect small businesses to government-approved lenders, not all businesses need a large loan and may benefit from flexible access to credit.

How to get a business credit card for startups

Ramp explains how dedicated business cards can give your startup significant advantages over relying on bank accounts or personal cards. 

Small Business Features

Women helm more companies than ever. Why is it still so hard for them to get funding?

Company Insights examined data from PitchBook's NVCA quarterly report to explore gender disparities in startup funding.

What to do when an employee is injured at work

NEXT step-by-step guide of employer actions and responsibilities after a work-related injury, and how workers' compensation insurance can help.

A guide to health insurance for startups

Thatch provides information on health insurance options for startups, including federal and state requirements, tax benefits, and cost-effective coverage solutions.

News about your money from around the web

10 worst states to be a landlord (avoid these risky markets)

TurboTenant reports the 10 worst states for landlords due to strict regulations, high taxes, and challenging eviction processes.

Does ChatGPT offer good financial advice? 6 answers reviewed

Finder.com reports that ChatGPT can provide general financial advice, but it lacks specific guidance and should not replace certified financial advisors.

Where home values increased and decreased most

SmartAsset ranked 100 of the largest cities based on the biggest one-year changes in the typical home value between 2024 and 2025.
Managing your money

AI and virtual showrooms: The digital evolution of car sales

CheapInsurance.com explains how AI and virtual showrooms are reshaping car buying with faster, more personalized, and fully digital experiences.

The evolution of car insurance: From first policy to modern telematics

CheapInsurance.com discusses how car insurance evolved from a $5 policy in 1897 to today's personalized, tech-driven coverage powered by telematics. 

Encrypted QR Codes are here. Should workplaces be using them?

Uniqode examined industry reports and news coverage to explore how encrypted QR Codes can help protect workplaces from scams. 

10 cool cars you can't buy in the US yet

CheapInsurance.com reports on 10 exciting cars unavailable in the U.S. due to regulations, costs, and brand strategies.

Inside the mind of today's bank customer: Consumer survey insights

SoFi reports that 2 in 3 Americans have 1-2 bank accounts, but many save $500 or less for emergencies; tech adoption in banking is rising.

Where Americans earn the most from investments

SmartAsset ranked U.S. counties and states by the average net capital gains reported on the latest tax return data per the IRS, while other types of investment gains were also considered. 

Teen tech trends and school cellphone bans

Spokeo chats about how teens use tech, what school bans miss, and why understanding device habits matters more than just limiting screen access.

Top 5 places Millennials want to live in 2025

NewHomeSource reports Millennials favor warm climates, with top living spots for 2025 including San Diego, New York, Denver, and Los Angeles.

How long does debt relief take?

Freedom Debt Relief relates that there are no instant solutions to any serious debt problems, and the amount of time it takes to relieve debt issues depends on the size of the debt, your ability to make payments, and which debt relief option you pursue.

Where rent increased most

SmartAsset ranked 100 of the largest U.S. cities based on the percentage change in average rent prices between February 2024 and February 2025.

Summer windstorm damage: How your business can prepare and recover

NEXT offers commercial wind damage protection tips and outlines the essential business insurance you need to help protect your business from windstorm damage.

What a roommate can save you in 100 US cities

SmartAsset ranked 100 of the largest U.S. cities based on the average savings for someone who splits a two-bedroom apartment with a roommate versus renting a one-bedroom apartment by themselves.
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