BUSINESS EDITORS:@ Here are Canadian Press Business budget lines as of 6 p.m. ET. Plans may change as circumstances warrant. Queries should be addressed to business editor John Valorzi at 416-507-2146 or to David Paddon on the business desk at 416-507-213

As legislators prepare to salute small business owners on Wednesday in honor of California Small Business Day 2008, some owners hope they'll also recognize their economic challenges.

BUSINESS EDITORS:@ Here are Canadian Press Business budget lines as of 3 p.m. ET. Plans may change as circumstances warrant. Queries should be addressed to business editor John Valorzi at 416-507-2146 or to Gary Norris or Dave Paddon on the business desk

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Unparalleled business resources designed specifically to navigate the economy and plan for the year ahead await PGA Professionals, retailers, manufacturers and international golf business leaders during the 56th PGA Merchandise

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