ONE YEAR LATER: Small businesses in Wyoming and Kentwood navigate the rising costs of Liberation Day tariffs

ONE YEAR LATER: Small businesses in Wyoming and Kentwood navigate the rising costs of Liberation Day tariffs

Small businesses in Wyoming and Kentwood are navigating the financial impacts of the "Liberation Day" tariffs implemented in 2025 by President Trump, which have significantly increased the cost of importing goods.Guelaguetza Designs in Wyoming imports all of its items directly from artisans in Mexico. Owner Nancy Quero said the tariffs have made operations more costly this year. "We've seen increases on shipping, that is for sure," Quero said. "…