News from 2020
Furloughed Waverly manager: Pandemic putting 'extreme strain on our family'
From Volunteer State News
Just a few months ago, Carlin Escue was an account manager in Premier Parking's corporate office in Nashville. That was before COVID-19 did its number on the local, state, national and world economy.
Pandemic, personal tragedy leaves furloughed Austin man 'feeling helplessness'
From Austin News
For furloughed Premier Parking employee Shane Williams, the COVID-19 pandemic is not simply a global health crisis that threw him out of work. It also has exacerbated a personal tragedy in his family.
Furloughed Premier Parking worker: 'Pandemic has been a nightmare for me'
From Nashville Standard
COVID-19's blindside of the U.S. economy has crushed the confidence of at least one Nashville-area furloughed national parking and driving company worker who believed hard work will always pay off.
Rasmussen poll: Most Americans want government to aid businesses hurt by shutdowns
From Washington D.C. Business Daily
Pollster Scott Rasmussen said most Americans believe businesses that were forced to close due to the COVID-19 pandemic should receive some form of government aid to cover their losses.
Parking company founder: Industry left behind by relief programs
From Washington D.C. Business Daily
Chapman said he doesn’t know why Congress sidelined businesses
COVID-19 shutdowns affect D.C. dentist
From Washington D.C. Business Daily
Since the purchase of her Washington, D.C. dental office in 2015 dentist Noelle Dunn‘s practice has quadrupled in size. Now, COVID-19 has caused the office to close, opening only for the rare dental emergency.
Club for Growth cheers calls for reducing government regulation during COVID-19 recovery
From Washington Business Daily
Congressional leaders have been calling for regulatory relief in the face of the COVID-19 crisis throughout May, a position applauded by the Club for Growth.
Eagle's Bonfire Brewing adapts business amid COVID-19 pandemic
From Central Colorado News
Eagle-based Bonfire Brewing is dealing with abrupt business disruptions in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic shut-downs.
Arkansas hotel executive wants officials, public to understand issues
From Natural State Business News
Hotels need government assistance, lenders’ cooperation to survive, says Patel
Pandemic alters or wipes out road races in New Orleans
From Nola Reporter
Sugar Bowl Classic Crescent City Classic converted to virtual event
NYCRUNS director Lastoe: Long-term, low-interest loan would help
From Empire State Today
Running events canceled, postponed, more than 30 employees impacted
Hotel industry, reeling from COVID-related closures, seeks solutions for solvency
From PHX Reporter
With hotels nationwide challenged by the COVID-19 economic downturn, industry leaders say results need to come soon before the financial crisis worsens.
Hal Sports forced to cancel 95% of events due to COVID-19 shutdown
From SE Denver News
When news of the COVID-19 outbreak first hit, Lonnie and Michelle Somers didn’t expect it to negatively impact their sporting events business for more than an eight-week timeframe. However, nearly three months later and the shutdown remains in effect.
Siskiyou County motel says business is picking up
From NE Cali News
As California grapples with the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, a small motel in the far northern Siskiyou County village of Happy Camp wants people to know it is open for business.
Cambridge business owner says life changed on her birthday
From North Boston News
She has lost clients, is on unemployment but sees road ahead for company
Oregon men's barber shop chain charts reopening
From East PDX Today
A family-owned group of franchise barber shops in the Portland metro area is moving at a steady clip to get the shops back up and running after the months-long COVID-19 shutdown.
Utah small business' struggles highlight problems with federal aid programs
From Beehive State News
Utah company WolfTraders was one of the small businesses that applied for assistance through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) when COVID-19 hit, although it didn’t get quite what it needed.
Alameda auto glass shop owner looks to survive COVID-19 fiscal crunch
From Central Alameda News
Established as a local auto glass shop in 2012, Glass Tek in Alameda specializes in professional windshield replacements as well as damage caused by vehicle vandalism including broken glass repairs.
America's Recovery Fund Coalition report paints sobering picture for the future of small businesses
From Washington D.C. Business Daily
Small businesses are enduring staggering challenges and losses due to COVID-19, and America’s Recovery Fund Coalition (ARFC) has released a new report to explore those issues.
Endurance sports industry faces obstacles due to COVID-19
From Washington D.C. Business Daily
As with many other businesses, the endurance sports industry has taken a massive hit due to COVID-19 restrictions on sizes of gatherings and rules on social distancing.