The COVID-19 Relief Bill, tied to a $1.4 trillion resolution to fund the government through September 2021 was signed into law Sunday night. The legislation, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, adds $300 to extended weekly unemployment benefits, and provides more than $300 billion in aid for small businesses. It also ensures tax deductibility for business expenses paid with forgiven Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, provides fresh PPP funding, makes Sec. 501(c)(6) not-for-profit organizations eligible for loans for the first time, and offers businesses facing severe revenue reductions the opportunity to apply for a second loan.

The Lights-On COVID Recovery Loan is a new economic program designed to support small to mid-sized businesses in the NC Triad area whose revenue has been impacted by the pandemic. The program, sponsored by the Piedmont Triad Regional Development Corporation, offers interest-free, 5-year, non-forgivable loans, with emphasis on downtown and agricultural businesses that can provide proof of hardship. Eligible businesses can apply to borrow from $2,500 to $50,000 through a streamlined process online. Funds are intended for use as working capital to help with rent, utilities and payroll and more during shutdown and reopening. Owners are encouraged to learn more and submit an application.

Designed to provide resources for partners, the Destination Development Grants may include funding for signature, first time, or multi-day events; capital enhancements (renovation or additions) that create more visitor engagement; and projects that create an opportunity to attract specific groups or mass visitors to High Point. Applications are due February 15, 2021.

Hurry in for great deals at Cindy Lou's Boutique and receive up to 75% off during their Semi-Annual Clearance Sale. They are open Thursday from 11am-5pm and Saturday from 10am-4pm.

Welcome the end of 2020 and the beginning of 2021 with the New Year's 2021 selfie mural completed by the awesome artist's Freddy Garcia and Jeff Beck! Be sure to stop by Nick's Sub Shop to take a photo in front of the mural and submit it by tagging @jag.one_nc or @_nos_1977 to be entered in the selfie contest for your chance to win original artwork from the artist's and a gift card from Nick's Sub Shop & Grill.

High Point Museum and The High Point Public Library Collaborate With Jazz At Lincoln Center

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