Small business owners see Mayors and other local officials as their biggest ally. Because of this, they are the key link to helping small businesses reach their true potential.

This poll tells us that most small business owners are in the dark when it comes to knowing which agencies can help their business and what they can offer. The irony is that the owners who had received federal assistance were quite pleased with the results.

From everything I understand, it's business as usual. Everything seems to be just fine.

The message is clear about the impact of energy. If by some chance the cost of oil were to reach $100 per barrel, the future for many small businesses would be uncertain.

I thought it was unnecessary. It's up to the bar owner, the one who holds the liquor license, to be responsible for people in establishments.

I got some shots early to get me involved and after that I had shots pretty continually to keep me in the game.