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Akino brings flavor, Japanese culture to Orange Park

ORANGE PARK —   Members of the Clay County Chamber of Commerce helped to officially cut the ribbon on the Akino Japanese Cuisine during its grand opening on Friday, Nov. 6. The locally owned …

Live your life with color, outside the lines on Walnut Street

GREEN COVE SPRINGS — As long as you have a paint brush and canvas, opportunities to thrive are never few and far between. Especially when you're living in the moment and expressing your innermost …

Business Spotlight: Tony’s Pizza
Server Janae O'Neal cuts a large pizza for a to-go order.

Authentic New York-style menu features homemade dough, sauce, attitude

MIDDLEBURG – You don’t have to fly 960 miles for an authentic New York-style slice of pizza. That’s because Tony and Sicily Zori’s family brought New York to the Silo Shoppes of Middleburg. …

TownePlace Suites by Marriott is located at 1625 Jeremiah St. in Middleburg.

Middleburg's TownePlace Suites celebrates year of successful hospitality, service

MIDDLEBURG — Welcoming hotel guests with comfort and excellent service is key to any successful hospitality model. TownePlace Suites by Marriott knows that best. That's why celebrating its one-year …

Business Spotlight:
Wawa is now open on Fleming Island at 1510 Merchant Blvd.

Fleming Island Wawa brings $7.5 million investment to Clay County

FLEMING ISLAND — After months of anticipation, the new Wawa at 1510 Merchant Boulevard opened with great fanfare on Thursday, Oct. 15.  And while many arrived bright and early to fill up their …

Lumpia is one of many authentic dishes served at Lola's Filipino Cafe and Mini Store.
ORANGE PARK – When you walk into Lola’s Filipino Cafe and Mini Store, you’re welcomed with the rich smell of fresh food, and a welcoming atmosphere that feels like home. That’s what Nino …
The challenge on the Blockbuster hole on the pink course is to use two ropes on pullies to navigate a VHS tape with the golf ball attached to the cup at the top without letting it slip through a landmine of other holes.
GREEN COVE SPRINGS – There are no windmills, snapping alligator mouths, spinning barriers or volcanoes at Retro Putt Indoor Mini Golf. But you will find a zip line, pool table, drum set, basketball …
County-wide construction is ongoing for the new fiber-powered network and expected to be completed by the end of the year.
CLAY COUNTY —   Although it's hard to imagine a world without being online, an estimated 24 million Americans still lack access to the internet, according to the Network Installers . But …
FLEMING ISLAND – What was old is now new again along Swimming Pen Creek. Whitey’s Fish Camp and Encore Fleming Island both recently refreshed their restaurants, menus and their futures with …
Michelle Smith creates wellness through aesthetics, skin care and weight loss.
FLEMING ISLAND – After a successful career as a surgical assistant, Michelle Smith decided to branch out on a more holistic and natural approach to wellness. Glow Wellness and Rejuvenation was …
FLEMING ISLAND  –  It's   small,  blue,  colorful and  filled with special treats. Can you guess   what it may be? Salty Air Treats i s   open every weekend …
Yoga Den franchisees Belinda Lynn-Bryant and Nate Bryant will open a new Middleburg location in November.
MIDDLEBURG —   Yoga Den franchisee Belinda Lynn-Bryant plans to open a studio in Middleburg this fall, bringing a range of yoga classes to a community she said is growing. Lynn-Bryant and her …
The Bakery II thrives off of customer feedback.
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS— Everything at the Bakery II is made with customers in mind.  That means it's baked with love, cooked to perfection and served to the …
In addition to a full array of beauty, cosmetic and luxury needs, Chad's Beauty Bar also accepts online reservations on his Facebook page.
ORANGE PARK – Chad Eagan was concerned when he broke away from the safety and financial security of working for an owner of one of the most successful salons. But deep down, he decided to invest in the only thing guaranteed to payoff – himself. He opened Chad’s Beauty Bar at 1801 Wells Road, and he quickly learned success travels well. “Anytime you make a change, it’s always scary,” he said in between a steady flow of regulars who also made the move with him. "But I knew it was the right move, and I knew it would work out. I just had faith and put one foot in front of the other, and it took off running.”
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MoonBabies Children's Resale is located at 865 Hibernia Road, Suite 105, on Fleming Island.
FLEMING ISLAND  — Prioritizing baby safety is never a question at MoonBabies Children's Resale.  That means double- and triple-checking for safety recalls, and educating new and expecting …
There is a unique inventory available in the store, from sparkling jewelry and cozy home decorations to locally sourced honey.
FLEMING ISLAND  —   On U.S. Highway 17 lies Hive and Seek Boutique, where every corner tells a story. From vintage items imported straight from Ireland to art sourced from just across …

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Report: 82% of new small businesses have insurance, but many SMBs remain at risk

ERGO NEXT reports that 82% of new small businesses have insurance, yet 73% remain underinsured, often due to cost, confusion, and compliance issues.

45% of execs limit human AI oversight to high-stakes work, or don't have any oversight at all

Zapier reports that 45% of executives limit human oversight of AI to high-stakes work, with many giving AI full autonomy, risking costly mistakes.
D8TAOPS Brings Governed Knowledge to Amazon Quick, Now Generally Available in AWS Marketplace
D8TAOPS Brings Governed Knowledge to Amazon Quick, Now Generally Available in AWS Marketplace
(Troy Wyatt, Founder and CEO, and Dr. Navid Kalantari, PhD, Chief AI Officer, D8TAOPS) - Built with Mark Relph's team at AWS, the integration lets Quick customers govern the data and the agents …
Your Car Insurance Doesn't Cover What You Think It Does
(NewsUSA) - You have car insurance, pay your premiums and assume you're protected if an accident happens. But what if the coverage you rely on isn't enough to pay for a serious injury?For many …
Entrepreneurship

The invoice-to-pay process explained for accounts payable teams

Brex reports that the invoice-to-pay process is vital for accounts payable teams, ensuring streamlined workflows from invoice receipt to payment, enhancing cash flow and control.

Ogee reports the clean beauty market is projected to hit $10.5 billion by 2025, driven by consumer demand for transparency and organic ingredients.

Companies spend six figures on AI. A third of employees don't know what it costs

Zapier reports that companies are significantly investing in AI, with 52% spending over $100K monthly, yet a third of employees are unaware of these costs.
Get Ahead in Business
6 real retail owners share what works on Small Business Saturday
Global Payments reports six retail owners share tips for Small Business Saturday, emphasizing unique experiences and community engagement over simple discounts.
Brex reports that many finance teams mislabel email invoice workflows as e-invoicing despite manual data entry.
SOCi.ai reports a significant shift in local business searches, with AI usage rising from 9% in 2025 to 52% in 2026, though trust remains low.
Forecast: US job openings may stabilize in Q4 after years of decline
Toptal reports U.S. job openings may stabilize in Q4 after a decline, with tech layoffs decreasing and job growth projected to level off, aided by strong GDP growth.
Way reports five common online marketing gaps for auto repair shops that can lead to lost customers, such as incorrect Google profiles and unresponsive websites.
ERGO NEXT reports 15 marketing tips for Small Business Saturday 2026 to help local businesses boost sales, connect with customers, and promote community support.
The economic crisis in Black America
The Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Hammer & Hope report on Black Americans experiencing severe economic struggles amid rising costs, unemployment, and healthcare issues, highlighting systemic inequalities.
SJOLIE reports specialized businesses thrive in an experience-driven economy, prioritizing personalized customer interactions that e-commerce giants can't replicate.
Intuit TurboTax reports that remote work has altered tax filing, allowing self-employed individuals to deduct home office expenses, while W-2 employees generally cannot.

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