Longtime health care worker pivots to become first-time business owner.

The first Huey Magoo’s chicken tenders eatery in Missouri debuted; The Ozarker Lodge opened in Branson; and Jamaican Patty Co. launched a downtown Springfield location.

Bigg Time Arcade to feature full bar, food at former downtown nightclub.

The 3312 E. Chestnut Expressway eatery follows a February launch at 1411 W. Kearney St.

JW’s Kitchen is a brunch spot coming to recently vacated space at Farmers Park.

Village Meeple Board Game Cafe launched in the Galleria Shopping Center; nearly 30-year-old Rogersville Insurance Agency Inc. closed on the acquisition of Lair Insurance Agency; and Iowa-based restaurant chain Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream put down roots in the Ozarks.

The awards recognize excellence in business, including employee and revenue volumes and impact on the community.

Organizations are recognized for years in business, and Lifetime Achievement Award goes to Roy Blunt.

CoxHealth, Jack Henry and Incredible Pizza Co. are the Springfield-area companies in the report.

Mobile eatery for Yolo Rolled Ice Cream opens in Branson.

Downtown Springfield Association's Rusty Worley: "As a community, everyone has a role to play in cultivating the places for our friends and families to experience both now and in the future."

It can be hard math for a restaurant owner: A third-party delivery service can eat up a quarter of the eatery’s sale.

Digital Editor Geoff Pickle brings internet, public records and technology coverage and analysis.

Springfield foodies respond with a line outside the door.

The Hamra Enterprises CEO says he's "seriously considering a run for governor."

The gourmet cookie chain is setting up shop at Glenstone Avenue and Kearney Street.

Owners cite health issues for shuttering 3-year-old venture.

Shepherd of the Hills Veterinary Clinic LLC moved to a new home in Branson; brand design and illustration studio Fried Design Co. relocated; and Whataburger opened its second Queen City store.

Ozark-based company targets 8 new stores in next year in multiple states.

Wine columnist Bennet Bodenstein samples five beverages.