Updates from the chamber and local business community.
The Department of Revenue (DOR) is issuing this letter to provide information regarding recently passed legislation (HB 2819 that goes into effect August 28, 2026) that allows vendors to round purchase totals on cash...
Read moreRecent cyberattacks on water utilities offer an important warning for small businesses: internet-connected systems can create hidden vulnerabilities long before anything appears to be wrong. From security cameras and...
Read moreThe Manager Multiplier: Why Great Leaders Keep Great Employees
Read moreWe’re officially 37 days out. At this stage, our goal isn’t more planning — it’s staying informed and making sure Kearney is easy to find for visitors, fans, and families spending time in the metro this summer.
Read moreAbout a year ago, I shared a vlog on LinkedIn about recruiting scams. Unfortunately, the story I told then is just as relevant today, if not more so.
Read moreWe’re officially 51 days out from the global tournament kickoff (June 11–July 19, 2026). The closer we get, the more people will make last-minute plans—where to stay, where to eat, what to do, and how to fill the...
Read more44 Days Out: The 3 Things Every Kearney & Holt Organization Should Do This Week
Read moreWe’re officially 58 days out from the global tournament kickoff (June 11–July 19, 2026). And while Kearney and Holt aren’t dealing with downtown-style parking problems, we are positioned for something that hits just...
Read moreA) 65 Days Out: Safety + Service Readiness for Summer 2026 B) World Stage, Local Advantage — 65-Day Countdown: Smooth Service, Smart Safety C) Ready for Higher Volume: Keep It Friendly, Fast, and Safe
Read moreSpring has sprung! Today is the Kansas City Royals home opener—and we’re officially 72 days out from the global tournament kicking off on June 11. The countdown is real, and so is the early impact we’re seeing right...
Read moreAs summer 2026 approaches, businesses are understandably excited to promote specials, events, and “soccer season” energy. This week is your simple guide to marketing that works and keeps you out of trouble.
Read moreWe’re officially inside the 80-day countdown to the global soccer tournament (June 11–July 19, 2026). Kansas City will feel more international than ever — especially with four base camp teams located in the metro:...
Read moreAs summer 2026 approaches, businesses are understandably excited to promote specials, events, and “soccer season” energy. This week is your simple guide to marketing that works and keeps you out of trouble.
Read moreTitle: World Stage, Local Advantage — March Week 1: Midwest Welcome, Made Efficient
Read moreIf your business isn’t tourism-based, you might be thinking, “This won’t affect me.”
Read moreTitle: World Stage, Local Advantage — Week 3: Be Easy to Find (and Easy to Choose)
Read moreThis summer’s global soccer tournament will put the Kansas City region on a world stage, and the ripple effects won’t stop at the stadium. The tournament runs June 11–July 19, 2026, with Kansas City hosting six...
Read moreNetworking has become a cornerstone of professional success in today’s highly connected and rapidly evolving world. Whether you’re a recent graduate entering the workforce, a small business owner building...
Read moreNot every business needs a long-term lease, a big office buildout, or a permanent dedicated space. Sometimes what you really need is a reliable “home base”—a place to work, meet, collaborate, and stay...
Read moreSmall Business Season is almost in the rearview mirror. The shopping rush may be fading, the wrapping paper is in the trash, and your brain is trying to do two things at once: recover and prepare.
Read moreIf your 2025 marketing felt like a whirlwind of content, campaigns, and KPIs—you’re not alone. But 2026 doesn’t have to be more of the same.
Read moreSmall Business Season brings a beautiful rush or familiar faces and new customers. Your business is abuzz with activity and you’re doing the hard work. You’re showing up. And yet, you could be leaving opportunity on...
Read moreEven with concerns about the economy being on every newscaster’s lead story, the holidays haven’t been cancelled. Your customers are still planning to celebrate. The question is not “Will they spend?” It is “Where,...
Read moreThe holiday season is a make-or-break time for many small businesses. Shoppers are ready to spend, but they’re also pulled in countless directions—online sales, big-box discounts, and time constraints that make...
Read moreIt’s officially that time of year where you have to keep looking at the calendar because it’s so hard to believe how quickly time is going or as we like to say—it’s Blurvember.
Read moreThis holiday season, let’s make sure every purchase has a purpose. When you choose local, you’re investing in more than a product or service. You’re powering dreams, jobs, and the places that make our community feel...
Read moreAs a business in our town, we want to help you this holiday season. But we also need some assistance from you. As part of Small Business Season (November 1- December 31), we’re trying to bring awareness to the...
Read moreA recent proposed amendment from the Department of Revenue could be harmful to our business community. Please review the following pending change.
Read moreThe Kearney Chamber is proud to be a collaborator in KC Game Plan, a new readiness initiative from KC2026 to help small businesses prepare for opportunities tied to FIFA World Cup 26™. Start with the readiness...
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