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When people think about the impact of small businesses, it’s easy to focus on storefronts, products or services. But ask community leaders and business owners across Downriver, and they’ll tell you those businesses are doing far more than generating sales. They’re creating jobs, sponsoring Little League teams, revitalizing downtowns, building relationships and giving residents a…

The United States added nearly 3.5 million new businesses in the first half of 2026, breaking previous expectations, according to a new report. Registered Agents Inc., a business formation service provider, released its June 2026 business report. It found that the U.S. added 3,493,381 businesses in the first six months of 2026, despite economic pressures…