Ice cream trucks aren't a thing of the past — but competition is stiff
Ice cream trucks are changing their strategies as they struggle for sales in a much more crowded marketplace, especially with third-party delivery services.
Lakeway looking to change home business law, separate home day care law expected later
The possible change comes following a lawsuit filed by the Institute for Justice and Lakeway home day care provider Bianca King in February, which argued that the city's restrictions on home businesses violated the Texas Constitution.
Houston-area restaurant with self-serve bar concept shuts down, files for bankruptcy
Less than a year after its new, self-serve bar concept was launched, Shoot the Moon is shutting its doors for good.
Father's Day gift ideas, activities from Austin-area local businesses
Father's Day is June 19 and can show your appreciation to that special person in your life and help support local businesses.
Drag superstar Shangela and Yelp team up to help Texas celebrate Pride
Throughout June 2022, Yelp will celebrate the LGBTQ+ community by spotlighting highly-rated LGBTQ+-owned businesses.
Chi'Lantro CEO hopes to inspire other immigrant entrepreneurs
The Korean barbecue restaurant started as a tiny food truck in Austin 12 years ago, and now CEO/founder Jae Kim is sharing his immigrant journey in hopes of inspiring others.
Japanese sandwich business Choo Sando making splash in Austin
For those who haven't had them before, sandos are a light, enjoyable menu item popular in Japan. The main difference between a sando and a sandwich you may be familiar with is the bread.
Host a picnic with Picnic Parlour, ATX: Austin Luxury Picnics
All you have to do is choose your picnic style, place, and time and Picnic Parlour, ATX will have everything ready for you before you arrive!
Viral TikTok asks viewers to help Poke Bay, closing after property was sold to UT Austin
“If you live in Austin or want to support a small business, please watch.” A viral TikTok shares a family's emotional story about being forced to close their small business because of UT Austin.
Texas businesses, homeowners affected by tornado, severe storm can get help from SBA
The Small Business Administration has announced that it is opening a Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Elgin to assist those that suffered damage or economic injury due to severe storms and tornadoes.
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Support Asian-owned local businesses
In the Austin area and around Central Texas there are numerous Asian-owned businesses that you can support in honor of AAPI Heritage Month.
Black business owner asks for better healthcare, resources on Mother's Day
Marsha Stephanson started Cater to Mom to make sure mothers have resources they need following the birth of their child.
Mother's Day gift ideas at Spring Mini Market in East Austin
You can support local moms while shopping for Mother's Day this year at the Spring Mini Market which will feature 60 women and mother-owned small businesses.
City of Austin offering free online classes for Small Business Week
For Austin Small Business Week, which runs May 2-6, the city is offering numerous free online classes for small business owners.
The Scout Guide Austin celebrates local businesses, entrepreneurs
The Scout Guide Austin is a city guide for locals that is created by locals. It's dedicated to sharing stories and the passions of people and helps connect readers to area businesses.
Liberty Hill boutique crawl raises money for non-profit Hope House
“Hop Around The Hill” will let people explore various shops in Liberty Hill on April 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Every boutique plans to donate some of its profits back to Hope House.
Walmart launches ‘Open Call 2022’ to help small US businesses land on store shelves
With “Open Call 2022,” Walmart says it aims to support and grow small businesses and U.S. manufacturing.
Austin businesses hold charity event to help tornado victims
Proceeds will go to the Austin Disaster Relief Network.
Yelp awards Austin restaurant 1618 Asian Fusion $15K to benefit employees
Yelp says all three of the businesses chosen have excellent reviews and ratings on its platform and are routinely called out for having good employees.
Boycotting vodka: Here's what you should know as businesses dump the alcohol amid the Russian invasion
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues, some businesses and bars in the U.S. are showing support for Ukraine by either stopping the sale of Russian vodka, or dumping out their vodka entirely. Here's what you should know about this symbolic act.