Robert Merrick Memory Honored with New Scholarship
Jamestown (January 5, 2026) – Jamestown High School Class of 1996 recently honored the memory of their friend, Robert Merrick, by establishing a scholarship with Jamestown Dollars for Scholars. The Robert Merrick Memorial Scholarship will award $1,000 to a Jamestown High School or Jamestown-BJA (formerly Jamestown North) senior who plans to pursue post-secondary education in the field of special education or firefighting or has served as a volunteer firefighter. Dusty Attleson and the Class of 1996
Avoiding the Early Pitfalls: Common Mistakes New Small Business Owners Make
Every year, dozens of Jamestown’s entrepreneurs step out with big dreams — and sometimes, tangled spreadsheets. The truth is, starting small doesn’t mean thinking small. Yet even the most passionate founders stumble into a few universal traps — from overpromising to underbudgeting. Let’s untangle those before they cost you precious time (and sleep). TL;DR Biggest Small Biz Mistakes → Trying to do it all, ignoring cash flow, neglecting contracts, avoiding marketing, and skipping self-care. Quick
