Local Economic Planning: Salisbury City Council approved the long-term South Main Area Plan, aiming to shift the corridor from auto/industrial uses toward creative services and neighborhood hubs, with updated land-use guidance for the Horah St. to D Ave stretch. Small-Business Advocacy & Disruption: In Duluth, Zenith Bookstore and other local firms are leaving the Duluth Area Chamber after it publicly backed a proposed Hermantown Google data center—owners cite lack of notice, transparency, and concerns about impacts on authors and the environment. Disaster Support for SMBs: Hawaiʻi’s Kona earthquake response is adding community resource centers and making FEMA and SBA assistance available, with help for residents applying for recovery funds. Trade & Tariff Pressure: Canadian small businesses with U.S. ties are bracing for Sept. 8 counter-tariffs, with many cutting spending, delaying hiring, and pausing expansion. Tech for Makers & SMBs: ToolDance unveiled its X1 Smart Desktop CNC Mill at IFA 2026, pitching desktop-grade manufacturing for small businesses and makers. Payments & Inclusion: JazzCash onboarded 1.7m merchants to Pakistan’s Raast QR network, expanding digital payments for micro and small merchants. Office Growth Practicalities: Durham relaunched its Fayetteville Street Bounce Back program, offering up to $10,000 plus workshops and branding support for corridor businesses.