CARES Act provides help to businesses - Here's how to see if it works for you
President Trump signed into law last week the 2.2 Trillion dollar Coronavirus Aid Relief and Security Act (CARES) which provides government assistance for businesses and individuals facing financial ... [read more]
UPDATED: H-2B Rule for 35,000 Supplemental Visas On Hold
DHS temporarily reverses decision on supplemental visa release
Amid the COVID-19 crisis that virtually shut down the entire country, many have forgotten about one of the carnival industry's other concerns, the H-2B labor crisis. After months of pleading ... [read more]
Funtastic Traveling Shows Focuses on Safety First Fun
Safety is key for Funtastic Traveling Shows owner Ron Burback. The company, which plays a route exclusively in the Pacific Northwest, throughout Oregon and Washington, usually books about 25-30 ... [read more]
Powers & Thomas Stays on Steady Course of Growth; Show adds New Equipment for 2020 season
Now in its fifth year on the road, Powers & Thomas Midway Entertainment continues to find success as the company travels on a steady course of growth. Owned by couples Ed and Amy Powers, and Ron ... [read more]
Senator Roy Blunt (R-MO) Addresses Federal Relief for Fairs and Festivals
On March 24, 2020, Senator Roy Blunt (R-Missouri) addressed federal relief and the impact COVID-19 has had on festivals and fairs. Senator Blunt is the 4th ranked Representative in the ... [read more]
COVID-19 and the Future of Our Events - A Pandemic Planning Guide
A CarnivalWarehouse.com Exclusive Editorial
With the pandemic in full swing in the US, we have had many phone calls and conversations with fairs, carnivals and events over the last week or two, trying to figure out what to do and what others ... [read more]
Has COVID-19 Shutdown Delayed H-2B Worker Crisis for Carnival Companies?
Carnival companies and the fair industry were headed towards a potential workforce crisis until a much bigger crisis – the COVID-19 pandemic – overwhelmed the global economy, including ... [read more]
Johnny M Tolve of Tolve Presentations Passes
It is with extreme sadness to report the loss of another great showman, Johnny M Tolve, owner of Tolve Presentations. John passed away at his home in Florida unexpectedly over the ... [read more]
Waterloo Tent and Tarp Announces Temporary Closing
Waterloo Tent & Shade Creations production facilities will be closed for the next two weeks. At this time all sales and some administrative personnel will be available remotely to continue a ... [read more]
OABA's Debbie Powers Addresses Carnival Industry during Coronavirus Shutdown
The following is a message from 2020 Outdoor Amusement Business Association Chairwoman, Debbie Powers. It was recently sent out to all OABA members via the organizations weekly e-mail ... [read more]
