Recession concerns are easing for 2023 amid a boost to GDP and solid consumer spending.

Revenue during fiscal 2023 rises 5% to $1.2 billion.

Five local businesses make the annual fast-growth list.

The funds are earmarked for the Cedar County city to evaluate its drinking water system.

FORVIS' Dan Prater: "On this National Nonprofit Day, take time to learn about the important work being done by organizations and consider getting involved. All of us have an opportunity and a responsibility to make southwest Missouri a better place for everyone."

Editorial Vice President Eric Olson reviews investor relations documents to discover Great Southern Bank's largest institutional owner: BlackRock Inc.

Great Southern Bank seeks to evolve as it reaches records assets.

Roughly half of financing comes from state-appropriated ARPA monies.

Official says the airport is seeking “to extend relief."

Five companies receive grants for seven projects.

The funding from the Missouri Technology Corp. is designed to boost physical resources available to local businesses.

Lakeside Shoppes at Branson Landing changes hands in deal with Louisiana real estate investor, says broker Marcus & Millichap.

Turnout for the Springfield special election comes in at less than 6%.

Clif Smart is recognized for overachievement, board chair says, citing an academic realignment plan.

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

The Queen City ranks No. 23 on financial data tracking firm SmartAsset's list.

SBJ's 2023 Economic Growth Series documents the fifth year of survey data collected from area business leaders in an effort to provide valuable insights that might better guide local business decision-making.

Newsmakers in the areas of architecture, banking & finance, education, health care, law, military and nonprofit.

Governor says I-44 work is in the plans over the coming years.

Official says the airport is seeking "to extend relief."