The local metro area's jobless rate decreases to 3.4% in August, according to latest federal data.

Highlandville-based My CPA Guy plans new office launch early next month.

Steve White said the deal closed Oct. 1, and Lifestyle Contractors is amid a rebranding to Granite Construction Group.

A two-story building nearing completion at Buffalo High School will house both home and visitor locker rooms for all Bison and Lady Bison teams, plus a weight room and a dedicated wrestling area.

Executive Editor Christine Temple sits down with economic development professionals.

Bedpost Books opened in Republic; mobile business Clear Choice Power Wash got its start; and Vixen’s Brew LLC debuted.

The utility intends to expand its power generation and storage.

Former CEO David Foss was the top-paid officer during the fiscal year that ended June 30.

The municipality has purchased land at Leann Drive and Highway 14 for a one-story project.

Lawrence Yun provides market guidance at event hosted by Greater Springfield Board of Realtors.

Jordan Valley Community Health Center and Fordland Clinic are among funding recipients.

Bernadette N. Losh is promoted from within after a search.

Seventeen companies report more than 1.4 million square feet of new builds and renovations.

The 229 Project is slated to offer a winning business a physical location, financial support and mentorship.

A six-week course will prepare individuals for full-time employment on CoxHealth’s food and nutrition services team.

Missouri Economic Research and Information Center reports 7,900-job increase month over month.

October opening is expected for Great Dave’s Coffee Co.

When James Wilson, who lives on Park Central Square, addressed council in August, he described a pack of 15 motorcycles roaring down St. Louis Street in the evening.

Sculptor James Hall’s art aims to catch attention.