The company announces additional stores are shuttering.

A rise in fourth-quarter net income isn’t enough for positive full-year earnings.

Developers are asked to make proposals to address a shortage.

The partnership with Springfield Public Schools also means financial services industry experience for students.

Certified financial planner Paula Dougherty: "If you’d like a second opinion on how to achieve your retirement dream, consult a financial adviser and estate attorney. These professionals can offer advice and encouragement, helping you to find your own happy medium between spending and providing an inheritance with your assets."

Certified financial planner Kenny Gott: "Work with a financial professional to analyze your unique circumstances and come up with a sensible debt-management strategy that considers both the math and quality-of-life factors before proceeding."

SBJ interviews the Missouri Division president of Cadence Bank.

Restore SGF Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit geared toward restoring older homes that are deteriorating in Springfield while increasing homeownership, formed a board of directors at the start of the year.

Legacy Bank & Trust Co. officials say a nearly two-year process to launch a division within the affordable housing finance market came to fruition at the start of the year with the purchase of Dallas-based Crain Mortgage Group LLC.

Missouri officials confirm Amendment 3 permits subtraction.

Company co-president says deal will "expand and fill in its existing footprint across the central, mountain and southern portions of the U.S."

Revenue for the year climbs to $1.5 billion.

Fourth quarter adds roughly $100 million in profits for a yearly total of $431.7 million.

QCR completed its acquisition of the Springfield company during 2022.

The community college is launching a plumbing program in 2024.

An uptick in the fourth quarter contributes to Springfield company's financial results.

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

The company, which operates its regional corporate office in Springfield, now owns Citizens Bancshares.

Locally, White River Valley Electric Cooperative receives the largest grant to provide reliable internet access in locations lacking it.

Some rental housing providers who are also developers offered insight into rising rent prices.