Five companies are in the running, with a winner to be named May 10.

The city of Springfield, with an award of $3.7 million, is the largest local recipient.

John Lopez scores a $145,876 grand prize at a tournament in Tulsa.

Several cities, counties and fire protection districts have tax measures and bond issues for voters to consider on the April 4 election ballot. A “yes” vote would approve the respective proposals.

The project was announced last year, but a construction manager had not yet been selected.

Face masks now are optional in most cases, officials say.

High-level occupational therapy training is scheduled to start in May.

Company officials say sales are meeting expectations as the state marijuana industry expanded last month.

Adjacent to Fremont Hills Country Club, 4 by 4 Brewing Co. LLC held a grand opening for its second location; Queen City Soul Kitchen moved; and Veterinarian Dr. Maggie Schibler embarked on her first ownership venture.

He was a founding doctor at Jordan Valley Community Health Center.

The health care system is shifting its operational model to focus on key service lines.

Springfield Business Journal’s 2023 class of 40 Under 40 represents 40 accomplished and still-rising professionals in southwest Missouri.

The new policy impacts all municipal workers on and off the job.

The commission approves six nonprofit awards.

Three local businesses place in fast-growth report.

The former state representative also is ordered to pay restitution for COVID-19 fraud scheme.

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

Peaceful Crossings plans to begin offering services March 13.

The Queen City scores best in housing, according to new study.