THE BUSINESS T IMES News MARCH 26-APRIL 8, 2020
VOLUME 27, ISSUE 6
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In this issue
Trends Keep calm 2 Contributors and Opinion 2 carry out Business Briefs 4 Business People Almanac
n Lending a hand A federal agency will offer loans to Colorado businesses affected by the coronavirus outbreak, officials announced.
n Couple of tips An entrepreneurial couple share their tips for using websites and social media and working from home.
n Moving effort
n It’s anything but business as usual as entrepreneurs cope with life in the time of coronavirus. Page 2
Chad Covell was so impressed with the service he received in hiring Two Men and a Truck, he bought a franchise himself.
n In the pipeline?
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Some parking spots in downtown Grand Junction have been designated as pickup zones for customers ordering food from restaurants. While restaurants have been closed for dining because of the coronavirus outbreak, many still offer food for carry out and delivery.
A federal panel has approved a natural gas export terminal that could connect West Slope supplies with Asian markets.
n Jobless jump
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A spike in the jobless rate in Mesa County was less pronounced, but the outlook for 2020 remains uncertain.
n Laws a changin’
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For business owners facing employment law issues, it probably seems like the only constant is change.
n Departments
Business Briefs 28 Business People 30 Contributors 21-25 News 2-18 Opinion 26-27 Trends 19-20
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