Rent inflation remains a pressure point for small businesses.

Last week, Forbes released its list of the United States’ best employers by state — including those in Florida.

It’s a crime that goes unnoticed a lot of the time, but it’s costing the victims billions of dollars a year. Shoplifting is a serious problem in America, and retail stores are losing lots and lots of money each year because of it.

Last week, Forbes released its list of the United States’ best employers by state — including those in Florida.

For those of you looking to get the best bang for your buck on the eve of Black Friday, the harsh truth is that many stores are anticipated to be closed on Turkey Day.

Bed, Bath & Beyond is laying off 20% of its staffers.

That trend of being closed is continuing for some retailers again this Thanksgiving.

Joining in on the trend of other large retailers, Target will also kick off its Black Friday deals early.

Target is opening all of its fitting rooms as of June 1, according to USA Today.

Golf is a notable Father’s Day pastime that’s not going anywhere any time soon.

Lowe’s plans to hire more than 50,000 new employees ahead of the spring rush and award $80 million in bonuses to current associates. This will be the seventh bonus Lowe’s has given hourly employees during the pandemic, bringing the company’s total COVID-19 financial commitment to employees to nearly $1.3 billion. Hourly associates at stores, distribution centers and call centers will receive the bonus on Feb. 5. [TRENDING: Video shows deputy Tasing student | How to get the vaccine in Fla. | NASA tests new moon rocket]AdFull-time hourly associates will get $300 and part-time and seasonal associates will get $150. The company is also looking to hire full-time, part-time and seasonal workers.

Last-minute gifts or emergencies might have you wondering what stores will still be open on Christmas Day. There aren’t many as most stores remain closed so their employees can spend a much-deserved day celebrating with their families. However, if you do find yourself needing some last-minute gifts, batteries for the new toys Santa Claus brought or even just an excuse to get out of the house, the following stores will be open, according to Offer.com. [TRENDING: 250,000 chickens killed in fire | SpaceX launch to bring sonic booms | New stimulus could mean $600 direct payment]7-ElevenAlbertsons, limited hoursCVSRite AidFamily Dollar, some locationsSafeway, some locationsStarbucks, some locationsWalgreensYou might want to give the store a call before stopping by, just in case things differ in your region.

Around the country, people who work for Bed Bath & Beyond will lose their jobs by the end of the year. Sixty-three stores, including one in Casselberry, are set to close as part of restructuring because of COVID-19. In July, the company said it would be closing about 200 stores over two years. According to CNN, this is the list of 63 store locations that will close by the end of the year. Everett Mall Way, in EverettWisconsin:605 Main Street, in BrookfieldWest Virginia:172 Retail Commons Parkway, in Martinsburg

Walmart will close its stores on Thanksgiving Day this year to allow employees to spend times with their families, the company said in a corporate blog post Tuesday. Usually, Walmart stores across the country would be packed on Thanksgiving Day with shoppers trying to score discounted electronics and other deals. We hope they will enjoy a special Thanksgiving Day at home with their loved ones, said John Furner, president and CEO of Walmart U.S. We are certainly thankful to our people for all of their efforts.Hours for Black Friday have not yet been announced. Also on Tuesday, the company announced that workers at its Walmart stores, Sams Club locations, distribution centers and fulfillment centers will receive cash bonuses. To read the companys full blog post, click here.

The position of technician came in third in terms of local employers adding new jobs by occupation. One of the top employers seeking local technicians is Enhanced Medication Services, LLC. Other top companies seeking local hires in the same category include APN Software Services, Inc. and Dobbs Equipment, LLC John Deere. APN Software Services, Inc. also posted jobs for electrical engineers, business analysts and administrative assistants. This story was created automatically using local jobs data, then reviewed by an editor.

The position of manager also came in second in terms of local employers adding new jobs by occupation. In the past month, 95 companies listed open jobs for Orlando-based workers in that industry. Top companies seeking local managers include AppleOne, Crunch Fitness and FL Capital, Inc. According to a recent job opening posted by FL Capital, Inc., the company describes itself as "a promotional marketing firm on a mission." This story was created automatically using local jobs data, then reviewed by an editor.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top furniture stores in Orlando, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're in the market for furniture stores. Located at 1618 N. Orange Ave. in North Orange, the furniture store, which offers antiques and more, is the highest-rated furniture store in Orlando, boasting 4.5 stars out of 37 reviews on Yelp. Washburn ImportsPhoto: Albert p./YelpWashburn Imports, a furniture store that offers home decor and more in North Orange, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 24 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1800 N. Orange Ave. to see for yourself. Palm Casual Patio FurniturePhoto: joe c./YelpFinally, there's Palm Casual Patio Furniture, a local favorite with five stars out of 11 reviews.

Orlando's health care industry is experiencing strong job growth. The health care sector also came in third in terms of local employers adding new jobs. In the past month, 121 companies listed open jobs for Orlando-based workers in that industry. Top companies hiring locally in health care include AppleOne, MASC Medical and GHR Travel Nursing. This story was created automatically using local jobs data, then reviewed by an editor.

The transportation sector also came in fourth in terms of local employers adding new jobs. In the past month, 115 companies listed open jobs for Orlando-based workers in that area. Top companies hiring locally in transportation include Optimal US Logistics, Pasadena Express and Reid Transportation. Jobs posted by Optimal US Logistics in the past month in Orlando included drivers, while Pasadena Express was hiring truck drivers and Reid Transportation sought truck drivers. This story was created automatically using local jobs data, then reviewed by an editor.