Local
News, information and ideas related to local, independent small business. Includes the shop local, buy local movements, along with programs that support local food producers and restaurants.
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Research
What is the Commute-to-Work Time For Every State and County in the U.S.?
Two visualizations that show the average commute time for every county and state in the U.S.
Tools
Google Maps Adds a Warning for Places That Currently Have Limited Parking
In 25 cities, you now know if parking is available across town.
ExplainerNews
Google Rolls Out Anti-Interstitial Penalty | 2017
Announced last year, Google starts penalizing interstitial ad
Advice
Why Being Late for Meetings Due to Unexpected Event Traffic May Become More Avoidable
Waze partners with big event planners for event day traffic help
AdviceTools
Google+ Data Exits Google My Business Dashboard, Replaced With Data from Search, Maps Listings | 2016
Google adds more data on how people find your Google business listing
It Takes a Village of Business Owners Working Together to Make a Successful Village
Before competing, a community of business owners must work together to establish a vibrant village.