When it comes to savings instruments, financial institutions are rediscovering the classics.

All workplace problems have root causes. When will training be the solution? Sherry Coker, OTC Center for Workforce Development business development director, provides you the framework of a training needs assessment, which will uncover the root causes of a workplace problem and help you determine if training is the solution. A download is available at workforce.otc.edu/bootcamp with a complete outline for an effective training needs assessment. This is sponsored content. Duration: 2:29

“Ready. Set. Give.” is a seven-part series that helps companies create a culture of giving. “I think a lot of people don’t know where to volunteer or how to get involved,” says Mitch …

SBJ interviews Legacy Bank & Trust Co.'s Springfield market president.

Some workplaces just create envy.

Commerce Trust Co.'s Don Davis: "The Fed has indicated it’s near the end of its rate hiking program, with another increase possible in May. Commerce Trust believes the Fed will follow through on the increase and then keep rates steady for the near term as the economic cycle plays out."

Sewer, landfill and recycling center rates are going up July 1.

A local match of nearly $14 million would complement ARPA funds approved for the $27 million project.

OMB Bank's Michael Frerking: "Dating the rate isn’t for everyone, but finding that house you fall in love with – provided you can afford the payment regardless of the interest rate – is worth every penny."

Newsmakers in the areas of banking & finance, education, engineering, law and nonprofit.

“I think the biggest barrier to solar installation is making sure you’re fully informed on what you’re buying, says Leroy Schaefer with Sunbelt Environmental Services. Leroy says whether it’s …

Commerce Bank's Lacy Martin: "Accounts payable and receivable departments are one of the most vulnerable areas of fraud for any business."