MD Dept. of Commerce Annual Report
Read the Maryland Department of Commerce's Fiscal Year 2021 Annual Report here.
Business Alert
The Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) announced the availability of 2022 annual reports, personal property tax returns, and extension requests for businesses registered in Maryland. All domestic and foreign business entities must file an annual report or request an extension by April 15, 2022 to maintain their "good standing" status. SDAT reminds customers that the quickest and easiest way to submit these filings is through the Maryland Business Express site.
Unemployment Insurance User Guide
In January 2022, all Maryland employers will receive notification from the Maryland Department of Labor’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) Division of their tax rate for the upcoming year. If an employer is subject to unemployment insurance taxes, this notice provides information on how their tax rate is determined, right to appeal, and the resources available. Download the guide!
Hiring? Best Job Search Engines 2022
The modern job search has widely shifted to the internet. View the Best Job Search Engines here.
Engage Customers During the Great Resignation
The talk of the town right now is the quits rate – the rate at which people in the workforce voluntarily leave their jobs. Learn how to engage customers during the Great Resignation in this article from Selling Power.
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Comcast RISE
Opportunity to receive marketing consultations, media placements, commercial creative production services, or technology services from Effectv and Comcast Business. Program eligibility has been expanded to include all women-owned small businesses, regardless of race or ethnicity. Learn more and apply here.
Change Agent Fellowship by Black Girl Ventures
The Change Agent Fellowship by BGV is a unique 9-month leadership skills development program created specifically to expand the capacity of early-stage entrepreneurs and ecosystem builders to strengthen the ecosystems of Black/Brown women founders! Stipend of $10,000. Apply by 2/15/22. Learn more here.
Women of Color Grant Program
Fearless Fund and The Tory Burch Foundation are partnering to launch the Women of Color Grant Program. 150 deserving small businesses will be awarded $10,000- $20,000. Must be for-profit business based in US and revenue-generating. Applications close 2/9/22. Learn more here.
GoFundMe Small Business Relief Initiative
GoFundMe will issue $500 matching grants to qualifying businesses that raise at least $500 on GoFundMe. Learn more here.
Professional Beauty Association COVID Relief Fund
The PBA COVID-19 Relief Fund will provide $500 to licensed beauty professionals who are unable to work due to COVID-19. Available for professionals in the US and Canada. Applications are reviewed weekly. Learn more here.
Cleantech Open Accelerator Program
Do you have an idea that has the potential to solve an environmental or energy challenge? Apply to the 2022 accelerator to gain access to a full business development program, that includes expert mentors, investor introductions, industry connections, and a chance to compete regionally and nationally for cash prizes and in-kind services to launch your venture. $50,000+ in funding. Applications are due 2/28/22. Learn more here.
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COVID-19 OSHA Webinar
Thursday, February 3, 2022, at 1:00 PM. FREE.
As the exposure to and spread of COVID in the workplace remains a top concern for both employees and workers, the FEMA Region 3 Regional Business Emergency Operations Center (RBEOC) has partnered with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to conduct a webinar on ways to improve the health and safety of your workplace on Thursday, February 3 from 1–2pm. Details & registration here.
Dale Carnegie: Conflict Webinar
Friday, February 4, 2022, at 10:00 AM. FREE.
Gain insights into your personality and reactions when dealing with differences of opinion in Bringing Conflict into the Open: Authentic Dialog, a FREE Virtual Workshop by Dale Carnegie. Disagreements are inevitable and a natural dynamic between people. Left unresolved, they waste time and energy, and negatively impact productivity. Learn how to disagree in an agreeable way and much more. Register free here.
How At Risk Is Your Company's Supply Chain?
Thursday, February 17, 2022, at 11:00 AM.
Guests $35, NMTC and MTC Members $20.
Join the Northeastern Maryland Technology Council in partnership with the Maryland Technology Council to consider must-do strategies for revolutionizing and making the supply chain resilient for the future in "Revolution & Resilience: Rethinking the 21st Century Supply Chain". Register & learn more here.
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Rising Sun Chamber Events
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Rising Sun is a participating town in the Winter Lights Cecil Nights festival! Visit our Decorated Downtown and then warm up by stopping in at one of the participating Rising Sun businesses and enjoying their incredible winter specials. Find the full list here! |
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Decorated Downtown
Stroll along what is quickly becoming a revitalized Main Street to see winter decorations at favorite local businesses. Whether your vice is caffeine or craft beer, Rise n’ Grind and Bog Turtle Brewery have you covered! Satisfy your love of shopping with unique gifts at Be Free Boutique and see festive decorations adorning the iconic Howard Bank building, Crother’s Insurance, Hair n’ Things, and more. Also, just outside of town, drive by West Nottingham Academy, the oldest boarding school in the country, to see winter lights on their beautiful historic campus.
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Warming Winter Delights
No matter the craving, Rising Sun has a place for you! The following list are participating eateries and restaurants with wonderful winter treats and specials for you to enjoy through February!
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Bigfoots Steaks & Hoagies
Bigfoot Cheesesteak for the whole family, Bacon Cheese Fries, Buffalo Chicken Blue Cheese Pizza
Bog Turtle Brewery
Filet Mignon Sliders & Pint of Rochambeau, Flame Grilled Bacon Trio, Mom’s Grilled Cheese Panini
Buck’s Restaurant
Crab Bisque, Prime Rib, Baked Brie, Fried Oysters
Four Seas
Boom-Boom or Philly Cheesesteak Tacos, Four Seas Stromboli, Triple Chocolate Cake
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Pizza Boy
Gourmet, Thin, & Pan Pizzas, Mozzarella & Meatball Stromboli
Pizza Tower 2
Tower Boli, Chicken Parmesan Pizza, Open Face Turkey Dinner
Queen Street Cuisine
Steaming homemade soups, salads, and meals to go
Rise n’ Grind
Big Rise Breakfast Sandwich, Spinach & Tomato Frittata, Peppermint Mocha Coffee, Steamers
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Enchilada Supremas, Burritos Americano,
Fried Ice Cream, and Riviera Margarita
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CCPS Student Show – February 4. Reception details here!
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