The newest store for Springfield-based chain Andy’s Frozen Custard Inc. opened; a Marshfield bookstore that opened in March and closed two months later came under new ownership; and Hippos Marijuana Dispensary opened its second of three planned shops in Missouri.

Columnist Bennet Bodenstein checks out four beverages that adhere to kosher rules.

Owners announce plans to retire.

One bike shop replaced another in the Rountree neighborhood; 7 Brew Coffee expanded its Ozarks footprint; and Gloria Hereford launched her first restaurant, Mama G’s Kitchen.

Survey data inform economic development trends.

Columnist Bennet Bodenstein samples three American red zinfandels.

The future of Smith’s Restaurant in Springfield is unknown, though signage posted on the door points to a closure.

Alex Peck became a first-time business owner with the opening of Offworld Tattoo; husband and wife Brandon and Brittny Stockstill opened Bowl’d Behavior in Bolivar; and the remodel of a former employee pharmacy building on the Bolivar campus of Citizens Memorial Hospital resulted in the launch of CMH Dermatology Clinic.

The eatery is consolidating operations into its south Springfield location.

Some on Springfield City Council oppose drive-thru component of plan on Grant Avenue Parkway.

SBJ started the awards in 2011, and today 240 men in the community are able to claim the title.

Friday is the first day in business for the frozen custard shop near MSU.

Civil Kitchen is the top recipient in the second round.

Doggy Style Food Truck owner says early October opening is planned.

Columnist Bennet Bodenstein reviews five beverages he says are “easily affordable.”

The latest survey data yield results.

Downtown Springfield Association leader Rusty Worley: "Two well-known local restaurateurs shared their thoughts on how they navigated their businesses through the past two years."

SBJ interviews the CEO of Big Momma's Coffee and Espresso Bar, which now has been in business for 15 years.

 Operating a business with fewer employees and increasing costs can be an uphill battle, and many restaurant owners are looking for innovative solutions through automation and artificial intelligence.

Retro Metro changed ownership; print shop Grafpros expanded to Mount Vernon; and the new headquarters and third full-service branch in Springfield for Multipli Credit Union opened.