Across Clark and Taylor Counties, small businesses aren’t just surviving — they’re evolving. At Sentinel & Rural News, we follow the people, places, and partnerships driving economic momentum in Wisconsin’s heartland.
From Forward Bank’s community impact in Thorp to Medford’s growing job market, this section captures the resilience and innovation that define rural enterprise.
📰 Featured Business Stories
- 🏦 Forward Bank Fuels Local Growth in Thorp – A Community Banking Case Study
- 🏪 Stanley’s Downtown Revival – New Shops & Success Stories
- 👩🌾 Greenwood Farmers Market: Supporting Local Vendors and Families
- 🏭 Top Employers in Medford – 2025 Job Outlook & Openings
- 👨👩👧 Owen–Withee’s Family-Owned Startups Spotlight
📈 What We Cover
| Business Topic | What You’ll Learn |
|---|---|
| 🏪 Small Business Growth | Local startups, family-owned shops, main street revivals |
| 🏦 Banking & Finance | Rural banking, grants, Forward Bank coverage |
| 💼 Employment & Job Listings | Hiring trends, youth employment, top employers |
| 🧠 Entrepreneur Spotlights | Founder profiles, rural innovation success stories |
| 🧺 Local Markets & Vendors | Farmers markets, seasonal bazaars, craft fairs |
📍 By Town Business Features
- Medford: Jobs, Employers, and Economic Drivers
- Thorp: Banking and Micro-Investment Trends
- Stanley: Small Business Boom Downtown
- Greenwood: Farm Markets and Local Producer Economy
🔁 Related Topics
- Agriculture & Farming
- Public Health & Safety – for healthcare hiring
- Rural Living – cost of living and relocation
From legacy farmers to brand-new bakers, this is where the rural economy gets its spotlight. Local, strong, and moving forward.
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