Paula Adams, president of Penmac, says they try to help clients find gainful employment regardless of whether they have a permanent address. She says they partner with Council of Churches to try …

Newsmakers in the areas of art, banking & finance, health care, law, nonprofit and technology.

The Dec. 8 hiring event is geared toward people exiting prison.

Both city of Springfield ballot measures are approved at the polls.

The Top 10 business stories of 2018 reflect a vibrant development market. See what the SBJ newsroom selected.

A mismatch between available housing units in the city and the income levels of those who reside in them was one of the chief issues raised in a housing study presented to Springfield City Council at its Dec. 5 luncheon.

Join us on the third Tuesday of each month for a live interview with one of 12 local professionals handpicked by our editorial team.

Should you build a new facility for your business or remodel? Many believe remodeling has a higher cost, may require you to close during construction and you still need the services of an architect. …

Steve Kitrel, Regional Manager with USA Mortgage, says there are several factors to consider when a realtor selects a lender. Kitrel says you should find a relationship-based lender that treats you …

Buying tax credits can help nonprofits. Michael Pruett, partner with Elliott, Robinson & Company, LLP, says the Neighborhood Assistance Program, or NAP, is a State of Missouri incentive program that …

SBJ survey data is used to analyze the financial horizon from the perspective of decision makers.

A council member stresses savings by negotiating quickly on Hotel of Terror purchase.

Francine Pratt, director of Prosper Springfield, explained the link between median income level and poverty rate at a City Council learning session. 

The local marijuana business acquires an existing company in Lee's Summit.

Rep. Melanie Stinnett, R-Springfield: "With final approval now in place, let us unite as Missourians in celebrating this huge step forward, recognizing that by caring for new mothers during their postpartum journey, we are sowing the seeds of a healthier and more family-friendly Missouri for generations to come."

State House Rep. Stephanie Hein discusses her freshman session in Jefferson City during an SBJ event.

The Springfield businessperson admits to his role in a nearly $14 million wire fraud scheme involving pandemic stimulus funds, federal prosecutors announce.

Chuck Wooten, 95, held public service roles during the 1980s and '90s.

Read the profiles of this year's honorees.

Bidding interest is low among busy contractors.