The newest entry in Marriott International Inc.’s (Nasdaq: MAR) Moxy Hotels brand, Moxy Springfield Downtown, began operations; food truck Adriano’s Mobile Pizzeria got its start; and 7 Brew Coffee's latest shop opened.

Former MSU President Clif Smart is recognized with the 2024 Lifetime Achievement in Business award.

Polymath Educational Cafe has been in business since 2017.

Billy Dove speaks about plans for Springfield Media Corp. during SBJ's 12 People You Need to Know event.

Rogersville venture to lead with Willard’s to follow by early fall.

Columnist Bennet Bodenstein suggests the Antigal Uno line of Argentinian wines for inflation-weary customers.

Newsmakers in the areas of architecture, banking & finance, education, media, nonprofit and restaurant.

Palm & Paddle Grille, Cricketts Esports and Tortuga Torta opened.

The Decision-Makers’ Outlook publication explores themes such as business outlook and growth, operations planning, inflation impacts, cost of business factors and business owner exit strategies.

Columnist Bennet Bodenstein samples four beverages made in Europe.

Sleepy Opossum Cafe announces plans to take on former Fleur Floral Studio space.

The Social Birdy targets July 3 launch at 1250 Branson Hills Parkway.

Indoor playground Imaginasium was purchased; Dirty Dough’s first Springfield location opened; and Outrun Strategies got its start.

Columnist Bennet Bodenstein samples three selections.

The 98-room hotel includes The Eyrie, a rooftop bar and restaurant.

FAA requires inclusion of disadvantaged businesses.

Coffee trailer Sub 24 serves running community.

SBJ’s 24th annual Economic Impact Awards will also present company honors in five categories based on years in business.

Rovenstine Landscaping LLC opened its first brick-and-mortar store; Bapa Network LLC added to its Dunkin’ lineup; and WinTech closed on the purchase of 100% of the stock of Arkansas-based company Pocahontas Aluminum Co.