Goodman Fielder looks to sell businesses – ninemsn
Breads and spreads maker Goodman Fielder will consider selling its commercial milling and oils businesses under a restructure aimed at returning it to profitability. Manufacturing plants in Western Australia and New Zealand may also be closed, the company said.

Microloans give overlooked small businesses room to grow – Boston Herald
People are getting into debt to loan sharks and even pawning their things to keep their businesses from going under … Visit the San Jose Mercury News (San Jose, Calif.) at www.mercurynews.com (c)2011 the San Jose Mercury News (San Jose …

Downtown Businesses Getting in The Holiday Spirit – msnbc.com
23 downtown businesses are competing for a traveling trophy for the most festive window display. Visitors can vote for their favorites at the red-curtained businesses and be eligible for prizes. “Well it’s kick off for the holiday season …

Two more businesses planned for The Landings – Bay News 9
Looks like they’re planning for a Starbucks and a Chick-fil-A, according to our partners at The Ledger. Bay News 9 previously learned a Panera Bread location was in the works, as well. Developers won’t confirm anything until the contracts are signed.

Businesses give back by offering Thanksgiving meal – Detroit News
Two local businesses, The Professional Group and a Ram’s Horn Restaurant, will provide a free Thanksgiving meal to those in need as a way of giving back to the community. The meal will be available Monday from 4-9 p.m. only at the Ram’s Horn …

Survey: Florida small businesses optimistic on staffing – The Business Journal
The 100 businesses surveyed in August expressed confidence about their business performance, capital investments and future growth plans. Sixty percent expect to meet or exceed revenue projections in the fourth quarter, which was an increase …

New fees for businesses operating in city parks – KVUE
Starting next year, the City of Austin will regulate classes held in parks through a permit and fee system. Businesses will be asked for a $50 permit every six months and to provide the city a cut of 45 cents per client per session. “It’s …

Fla. businesses to pay out more for unemployment – Yahoo Finance
TALLAHASSE, Fla. (AP) — The toll of the recession and Florida’s high unemployment rate will hit businesses next year as they will have to pay higher unemployment taxes. For two years, state lawmakers have pushed back significant hikes in the …

Bonita Springs-Estero area must do more to draw businesses, council says – News-Press
A panel of Bonita Springs-Estero Economic Development Council members said getting new businesses to open in Bonita and Estero, as well as luring existing businesses to the area, are the best ways to spur job growth. During a public meeting …