Virginia small business owners: Does RetirePath now apply to you?
Virginia employers: RetirePath’s expanded requirements may mean new responsibilities for your business. As of July 1, 2026, businesses may be required to participate if they: * Have operated for at least two years * Employ 5 or more eligible employees * Do not offer a qualified retirement plan Deadlines to register or certify an exemption: 10–24 employees: September 30, 2026 5–9 employees: October 30, 2026 For employees, RetirePath provides a way to build retirement savings through payroll
News Release: 8/19/2026
Tax Extension Deadlines Are Approaching! If you requested an extension for your 2025 federal tax return, now is the time to gather any remaining documents and prepare to file. Upcoming deadlines: * September 15: Partnerships and S corporations * September 30: Trusts and estates filing Form 1041 * October 15: Individuals filing Form 1040 and calendar-year C corporations Remember, an extension provided additional time to file, not additional time to pay. If taxes are still owed, interest and penalties
Culpeper Chamber Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for Street Eats
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECulpeper Chamber Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for Street Eats ELKWOOD, VA – The Culpeper Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting and grand opening of Street Eats, located at 13655 Beverly Ford Road in Elkwood. The event marked a significant milestone for Street Eats, which has grown from a popular local food truck into a full-service restaurant, thanks to a commitment to quality food, exceptional customer service, and strong community support. Amy Frazier, President
Could This Be Your Next Chapter? Retail Opportunity Available on East Davis Street
CULPEPER, VA – After years of serving the Culpeper community and building a beloved local destination, the owners of Cloverleaf Nook have announced their decision to close their retail storefront, creating a unique opportunity for an entrepreneur, maker, retailer, or small business owner looking to establish a presence in downtown Culpeper. Since opening its doors, Cloverleaf Nook has been more than a retail shop. It became a gathering place for creativity, connection, and community. Through challenges,
Useful Document Management Tips for Small Business Owners
Small business owners don’t typically launch companies to become document wranglers, yet that’s often what happens. Contracts pile up, receipts vanish, and digital folders overflow with files named “final_version_revised_REALfinal.pdf.” A few smart shifts in how documents are created, stored, and shared can save more time and sanity than most realize. The good news? Solid document management isn’t about expensive software or tech wizardry—it’s about clarity, consistency, and a little discipline. Start
How Small Businesses Are Seamlessly Linking In-Store Charm with Online Reach
When people think of small businesses, they usually imagine storefronts with handwritten signs and owners who know every customer by name. What gets overlooked is how often those same businesses are now juggling Instagram reels, customer email flows, and in-person loyalty cards all at once. The challenge isn’t choosing between digital and physical marketing anymore, it’s figuring out how to marry the two without losing the heartbeat of the brand. There’s something really compelling that happens when you
