Reporter Mike Cullinan brings you workforce, new business and marijuana coverage and analysis.

Missouri's nonfarm payroll ranks decrease by 800 jobs, according to latest data.

Local firms submitted 20 projects showcasing their expertise and portfolios.

Republic city officials say it’s an active time for municipal projects – particularly with the Parks and Recreation Department on the verge of ending one development this year with two more in various stages of progress.

SBJ interviews the owner of Thessing Commercial Properties LLC.

The Associated General Contractors of Missouri and the state’s highway department commit to developing an innovative transportation system in the state.

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.

People Centric Consulting Group owner Don Harkey: "Treat your people like they will be successful, and most will be. It’s too hard to truly develop a workforce if you dislike the people you are developing."

Read profiles of this year's honorees.

Executive Editor Christine Temple discusses economic development with local executives.

Read profiles of this year's honorees.

SBJ compiles news on the respiratory virus outbreak.

Missouri Farm Bureau President Garrett Hawkins encourages residents to engage with a state process to determine how best to use federal funds.

Six community forums focused on SBJ's 2020 Economic Growth Survey and an additional measurement of post-COVID-19 sentiments have come to a close for the calendar year.

SPX Cooling Tech intends to create more than 60 jobs in the city.

Reflecting on 2020, the SBJ newsroom compiled the top 10 stories that impacted Queen City business.

The university's foundation plans a new building on campus.

Owner says negotiations continue, but he and the city remain far apart on terms. 

Why hire an architect before you even begin your building project? Buddy Webb and Company principals explain three ways an architect can assist a building owner including determining specific …

Board that unanimously approved the controversial site votes 7-0 to scrap the plan.