Showing posts with label Businesses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Businesses. Show all posts

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Bezos Calls Out the Fearmongers by Name

Jeff Bezos Told AI Doomers They Have It Completely Backwards and Bet 18 Billion Trying to Prove It

Speaking at the VivaTech conference in Paris on June 17, Bezos – the man who bankrolled the Washington Post for a decade – didn't dance around it.
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"I know there's a lot of concern that many people have, including many smart people, that AI is going to make humans redundant," he said. Then he said three words that ended the argument. "I totally disagree."

His prediction isn't just optimistic – it's the opposite of everything the left has been selling. His reasoning is something every small business owner in America already knows in their gut: most great ideas never happen because they're too hard to execute.

"I promise you every single person in this audience has had an idea for a new business or a new product or a new device that they wish they could manufacture," Bezos said, "and that idea stayed in your head and went nowhere."

AI changes that equation entirely. Bezos calls it accelerating the "dream build loop" – compressing the gap between having an idea and actually building it.

Read more...

Monday, April 20, 2026

Lake Worth Beach businesses dealing with tough code officers

Code Enforcement coming down hard on local businesses

Local businesses say code enforcement is coming down hard on them, and they're trying to understand why.

Over the last few months, business owners in the city of Lake Worth Beach say they're noticing more and more code citations for things that were never an issue in the past.

Thomas Conboy, with South Florida Engineering and Consulting, said that for him, it started with someone reporting him for not renewing his business license. "When the code enforcement officer showed up, he wrote me several additional violations. One of them was that the grass was too long," Conboy said. He maintains that it wasn't the case.

Conboy isn't alone.

Missy Vitone with Trashe Vintage said they were recently issued roughly 12 citations.

"The 12-foot skeleton had been up for over three years with no issues, then suddenly, after an unrelated situation, we were hit with multiple violations, including being told we needed a sculpture permit," she said.

The Mayor and Commissioner Christopher McVoy are looking into the various complaints as they do not want to drive businesses away.

Read more...

The City needs revenue and they're going where the money is. With Conboy there could be a shade of politics involved.

Friday, September 5, 2025

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Democrats and their Ideological BS

Dem ROASTED Over LIES About Why Stores Are Closing

The persistent refusal of the liberal establishment to acknowledge the devastating consequences of their soft-on-crime policies has reached a new level of absurdity, perfectly exemplified by Washington Representative Pramila Jayapal’s recent comments.

Following the announcement that Kroger would be closing several supermarkets in her own state—a direct result of rampant, unchecked shoplifting and criminal activity—Jayapal did not express concern for the communities losing access to groceries or the employees losing their jobs.

Instead, she engaged in a breathtaking display of ideological blindness, blaming the closures on “corporate greed.” This response is not just misguided; it is a deliberate and dangerous obfuscation of reality that is actively harming American cities and towns.

The liberal media and its allies, like Jayapal, operate from a playbook that prioritizes narrative over truth. They cannot admit that the decriminalization of theft and the systematic dismantling of law enforcement, policies often championed by the progressive left, have direct and severe consequences.

As the original article correctly notes, “grocery stores operate on an extremely slim profit margin, so even a small amount of theft can have a devastating effect on a company’s bottom line.”

For a corporation like Kroger, which has a fiduciary “obligation to its shareholders,” keeping stores open in areas where they are financial liabilities due to theft is simply not feasible.

Read more...

Sunday, August 10, 2025

Downtown on the Avenues - Pink Pop-Up Event

You have to wear pink!

This coming Friday...support your downtown shops.

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Steve Bannon urges ICE to target businesses employing illegal aliens

Steve Bannon Calls on Kristi Noem to Target Businesses Employing Illegal Aliens

Steve Bannon called on ICE to conduct high-profile raids on businesses that knowingly employ undocumented workers, urging the arrest and “perp walk” of CEOs and COOs to deter illegal hiring.

He pressed for expanded state and local cooperation under ICE’s 287(g) program—pointing to Florida’s model.

Bannon proposed a three-strike penalty system for offending employers, escalating from warnings and fines to criminal charges on the third offense, aiming to eliminate the job magnet driving illegal immigration.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis set the model for state cooperation with ICE on enforcing immigration law.

He signed a bill that required that every sheriff’s department and certain branches of state law enforcement participate in ICE’s 287(g) program that deputized them to enforce certain federal immigration laws.

Read more...

What happened to E-Verify?

States that have implemented E-Verify--
From the E-Verify web site: A map of U.S. state laws requiring the use of E-Verify as of 2015:
Red--State requires E-Verify for most public employers
Blue--State requires E-Verify for some public contractors and subcontractors
Yellow--State requires E-Verify for all employers

Office of Management and Budget directive mandates that all federal government agencies sign up to use E-Verify by 1 October 2007.

Saturday, May 10, 2025

Making America Great

US Companies See Spike in Orders As Trump Tariffs Produce Results

Remember when the mere mention of “Trump tariffs” sent the Democrat establishment and their media mouthpieces into a five-alarm meltdown? They shrieked “trade wars!”

They wailed about skyrocketing prices for everyday Americans, painting grim pictures of economic collapse. You’d have thought the sky itself was about to fall, all because President Trump had the audacity to suggest that maybe, just maybe, American industries deserved a fair shot.

Oh, the prophesies of disaster were loud and frequent! We were told global supply chains would crumble, businesses would shutter, and we’d all be bartering for breadcrumbs. It was a full-court press of negativity, designed to scare everyone away from common-sense policies aimed at putting American workers and American businesses first. But, as conservatives know, sometimes you have to ignore the noise from the cheap seats.

Well, buckle up, buttercups, because the latest news from the front lines of American industry paints a rather different picture, and the wailing Democrats know it.

Read about Trump making America Great Again...

Saturday, March 8, 2025

City of Lake Worth Beach - Nothing but Excuses

Overflowing for two days in this photo

For months on end, those visiting the City of Lake Worth Beach have endured broken sidewalks, filthy walkways that have not been pressure cleaned and garbage overflowing. Streets are not being swept. People don't even want to visit.

This photo was sent to me by a business owner in our downtown who said that it happens with frequency. It is constantly reported and the excuse seems to be that garbage trucks have broken down. This time he was told that 3 out of 4 trucks were inoperable. Why are they not being maintained?

The city manager needs to hire a service to pick up the garbage if trucks are out of service.

There is no excuse for this.

Try calling any department within the city. You NEVER get a live person. You are shuffled around to eventually leave a voice mail with some unknown party who NEVER calls back. I am yet to receive a call back about getting the final approval for a meter upgrade we did in our building in January. Finally I got it from my insurance agent.

Monday, June 10, 2024

Lake Worth Beach CRA's Grant Recipient

Announcement from the CRA:

"Work is quickly progressing on the renovation and remodeling of 704 Lake Avenue. In February 2024, this property received CRA grant assistance to extensively remodel the upstairs portion of this historic building.

Unbeknownst to many people, this 90-year-old building contains a second floor with over 3,000 sq. ft. of antiquated space. This open space contains an impressive arched ceiling, wood floors and overlooks the hustle and bustle of the street below. However, this upstairs space contains no working utilities or HVAC and was historically used for storage.

The owner is currently in the process of modernizing the space to convert it to 10 new micro-offices, meeting rooms, bathrooms and breakrooms.

This undertaking requires new electrical, drywall, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, flooring, painting and furnishings. In addition, new windows have been added around the perimeter of the building. The work at this property is expected to be completed and ready for new tenants by the end of 2024."

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Nick Petrino, living the American Dream


Guest Blogger

Nick Petrino

Lifeguard to Landscaper

I believe the choices we make define how we end up down the road. As we may not all begin the same, the path we end up taking is defined by the decisions we make.

After a strenuous tour in the navy, I desired some long-awaited R&R! Therefore, what better way to break myself into South Florida than to become an ocean rescue lifeguard for the City of Lake Worth Beach? What a life! I loved my job. I was saving lives, living it up on the beach, and having the time of my life interacting with my friends every day. I was not focused on the future but on living in the moment.

However, as time passes, I have changed. I eventually found the woman of my dreams, had two beautiful children, and realized it was time to leap the ladder and join the ranks in the business world. After an interesting turn of events, I turned my eyes toward landscaping. Within a few years of working for another company, my drive to branch out independently took over.

Fresh Start Maintenance Inc. was officially born. I poured the same love and enjoyment I had for lifeguarding into my new profession—landscaping—within this company. No one knows what our future holds, but loving what you do for work and loving your life ensures a better future. It was a tough road, but in the end, the people who can make it through tough times will reap great rewards.

My advice to everyone is to find that special niche that makes you happy and enjoy life. As Mark Twain said, “Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” I no longer save lives as a lifeguard, but as a landscaper, I can help my employees improve their lives and grant my clients happiness by creating beautifully landscaped properties, which can be a source of true joy.

Fresh Start Maintenance Inc. CEO: Nicholas M. Petrino

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Woke companies to avoid this Holiday season

5 Woke Companies to Avoid During Holiday Shopping

As the holiday season approaches, consumers are being urged to be mindful of where they spend their hard-earned money.

A consumer watchdog group has recently released a list of five ‘woke’ companies that might be worth avoiding during your holiday shopping due to their controversial policies and practices.
  • Best Buy
  • Activision
  • Target
  • Nordstrom
  • Home Depot
Read the reasons why

Friday, November 24, 2023

Tree Lighting Saturday November 25 and Small Business Saturday

Tree Lighting and Shop Local

Come out and enjoy a Day in Downtown Lake Worth Beach this SATURDAY, November 25th! Make a day of it – take in a show, dine and enjoy shopping in downtown Lake Worth Beach… and wrap up the night with the Annual LWB Tree Lighting ceremony at the Cultural Plaza (414 Lake Avenue).

Come out to support your favorite LOCAL establishments throughout the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Let's work together to empower our local business owners by choosing to Shop Small all season long by choosing to support your favorite LOCAL Lake Worth Beach small businesses – both in-store and online.

FOLLOW THE EVENT PAGE ON FB HERE

On Small Business Saturday, these stores will be running sales, specials, and give-a-ways while supplies last. #ShopSmall and #SupportLOCAL in Lake Worth Beach on November 25th:

• Artist’s Eye Gallery & Boutique / Lake Worth Art League
• Bali Importers
• Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts
• CarriElle’s Closet
• Common Grounds Brew & Roastery
• The Cozy Cottage
• Dave’s Last Resort & Raw Bar
• Eclective Boutique
• Flamingo Clay Studio
• Leather & Art by Memory Trees
• Mad Hatter Lounge
• Mathews Brewing Company
• Miracle Leaf Health Center
• Paws on the Avenue
• Rudy’s Pub
• The Zoo Health Club
• Trashe Vintage
• Trinkets & Treasures
• Vincent’s Bistro French Bakery

Shop Local Lake Worth Beach is brought to you by the Lake Worth Beach CRA. www.lakeworthbeachcra.org

Sunday, November 19, 2023

Shop Local

Shop Local: Small businesses mean big choices in downtown Lake Worth Beach

Shopping is an adventure with unique restaurants and gifts in Lake Worth Beach's downtown.

The 10 blocks of downtown Lake Worth Beach’s shopping district embrace diversity with unique finds for everyone on your list, and globe-spanning eateries.

Start at the Tacky Tourist, the latest outlet for iconic shop owner Andy Amoroso’s imagination. From incense, jewelry, clothes, vintage finds and costumes to rubber chickens, the common thread is fun. Even if you don’t know what you’re looking for, you’ll find it here. Move on to Trinkets and Treasures for global gifts, clothes and art for more ideas.

Whether you like to dress up, dress down or just stay cool, Carielle’s Closet at 9 N. K St. spans the spectrum from trendy to high-end and classic consignment. Eclective Boutique at 705 Lake Ave. offerings include Italian linens, pre-owned and menswear as well as art for the home and locally sourced body care.

The Dancing Elephant book shop calls itself a “metaphysical bookstore” but has classics and collectors’ editions as well. While your cats and dogs can’t tell you what they want to eat, play with and wear, the expert staff at Paws on the Avenue, 525 Lake Ave., can with stuff for pets and their parents. This store helps the county’s Animal Care and Control find worthy homes for kittens and cats, who can be found in a cozy cage by the front door.[Palm Beach Post]

Thursday, September 7, 2023

It takes money to make money - Paradise Building for sale at whopping price

For Sale: The Paradise Building in downtown Lake Worth Beach, home to Bamboo Room, Rudy's Pub

THE PARADISE BUILDING, home to two popular downtown Lake Worth Beach music venues, is for sale.

The historic 1923 building at 17 S. J St., home to the Bamboo Room and Rudy’s Pub, went on the market Sept. 5 as “a new commercial listing,’’ according to the Facebook page of Simon Isaacs Real Estate, a Palm Beach broker.

Asking price: $2,975,000.

But the building’s owner, Gary Goldring, said the listing doesn’t necessarily mean he’s going to actually sell. (Is he just screwing around wasting people's time?)

“We are seeing what the market looks like, which when you're in the real estate business is an OK thing to do from time to time,’’ Goldring said in an interview.

“We are listing it for sale just to kind of see what the market is and we’ll see what happens,’’ he said. (There's a sucker born every minute who might find this to be a wonderful buy!)

Goldring, a former Wall Street executive and a current part-owner of the Tampa Bay Rays baseball team, bought the 8,142-square-foot building in 2019 for $1.3 million. He invested in upgrades and renovations.

Read Jose Capozzi's article

My comments in red. Eight years ago it sold for $710,000.

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Fun Depot to open in Lake Worth Beach

Full service restaurant to open inside this Lake Worth Beach fun center

Providing good times in South Florida since 1988, Fun Depot in Lake Worth Beach is getting ready to take things to the next level, opening their first full-service restaurant along with a 20-lane, state-of-the-art bowling alley July 2.

In addition to go-karts, Fun Depot also has a 4,000-square-foot laser tag room that offers 10-minute matches and over 200 video and arcade-style games.

Cordial at Fun Depot
  • What: Cordial at Fun Depot, a full-service restaurant inside the Fun Depot center
  • Where: 2003 10th Ave. N., Lake Worth Beach
  • Hours: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday to Thursday; 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday
I predict this will be a huge success.

Read more at Palm Beach Post

Friday, March 17, 2023

Bear's Food Shack and Tequila Bar in Lake Worth Beach

Where: 717 Lake Ave., Lake Worth Beach

Hours: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday; 8 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday.

Information: bearsfoodshack.com/ 561-370-3901

Featuring a mix of Hawaiian and Mexican fare, as well as some of the finest tequila around, Bear's Food Shack and Tequila Bar is now open in Lake Worth Beach.

Taking their name from the Bear's Food Shack that was in Delray Beach but closed in Oct. 2022, the restaurant opened in its new digs the week of Feb 27.

Combining the best of both Bear's in Delray Beach and El Diablo, which previously occupied the space at 717 Lake Avenue, the restaurant will be going almost 24/7 to please hungry and thirsty customers. [Palm Beach Post]

Saturday, March 4, 2023

Important Updates from the CRA Lake Worth

1213 Lake Avenue
Madlyn’s Place will be located at 1213 Lake Avenue. This extensive renovation project will transform an abandoned structure into new office and meeting space for Path to College and Xcel Mentoring. Both of these neighborhood nonprofits will offer tutoring and leadership skills for our local youth. Minor interior demolition work has already begun and construction managers expect to have the project completed later this summer. This project is dedicated to the memory of the CRA’s former Chairwoman, and long-time Lake Worth Beach resident, Ms. Madlyn McKendry.

15 North E Street
The Micro Lofts at 15 North E Street is nearing completion. This project will offer new residential apartments with roof top balconies and ground floor studio space. Finishes and landscaping will be happening over the next few month and the development is expected to be 100% completed later this year. For any leasing questions call Sai Cheng at 561-305-6078.

CANA BAR & GRILL OPENS DOWNTOWN 604 Lake Avenue

UPCOMING EVENTS AT HATCH1121

R. Dot Arts & Creative Agency and Tambi Designs, LLC present Past, Presence, Future at HATCH 1121 Gallery. Works from over 30 artists from Palm Beach, Broward, and Dade counties will be on display.

Location:
1121 Lucerne Avenue, Lake Worth Beach, FL
Show Dates: March 11 - March 31, 2023
Opening Reception: March 11, 2023 | 5:30PM - 9:00PM
Daily Gallery Hours: March 13 - March 30, 2023 | 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Online Viewing Room: March 11 - March 31, 2023
Art & Flavor Artist Food Market : March 18, 2023 | 3:00PM - 9:00PM
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT JOSE MENDEZ AT 561-805-0111