WASHINGTON—The toll may not be conspicuous yet in the broader economy, but at the local level, the federal government shutdown is adversely affecting small businesses.

WASHINGTON—The federal government shutdown is delaying reviews and approvals of medical devices.

WASHINGTON—The federal government shutdown is negatively affecting U.S. exporters, according to the American Association of Exporters and Importers.

WASHINGTON—The federal government shutdown is beginning to affect assembly plants, with major manufacturers like Boeing Co. and United Technologies Corp. warning of delays and employee furloughs in the thousands if the budget impasse persists.

WASHINGTON—The federal government shut down Oct. 1, suspending discretionary services deemed “nonessential,” including OSHA, the Manufacturing Extension Partnership, the Small Business Administration and other services for manufacturers.