| Survey: Small businesses still suffering Small businesses have indicated they are still facing uncertain times and continue to feel the effects of the economic downturn, according to a study by Office Depot. (ODP) feeds.bizjournals.com |
The expanding palate There was a time when ethnic cuisine in the Capital Region meant going out for Italian. Things have changed, particularly in the last decade or so. Here’s a sample of some of the region’s diverse fare—as suggested by area businesspeople. feeds.bizjournals.com |
Project to redevelop former Day Baum Chevrolet site seeks Aldi grocery store A plan to redevelop a key piece of property in the city’s East End has made new progress. feeds.bizjournals.com |
Penney's unveils $1B revenue-growth plan J.C. Penney Co. plans to open three stores next year, including one in Dallas, as part of a long-range goal of driving sales up by $1 billion by 2015. (JCP) feeds.bizjournals.com |
Jax gas prices up 10 cents in 1 week The falling value of the dollar is contributing to a spike in the cost of gasoline. The average retail price in Jacksonville Sunday was $2.73 a gallon, according to the website Jacksonville GasPrices.com, up 10.2 cents in the last week. feeds.bizjournals.com |