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Nominations were accepted online throughout 2005. Relocate America’s editorial team reviewed each nomination, along with cities’ statistics in education, employment, economy, crime, parks, recreation and housing. The cities are ranked alphabetically.
Springfield was chosen for its healthy economy supported by health care, manufacturing and small business, according to RelocateAmerica.com. The city’s outdoor experiences, mild climate, friendly people, culture, active arts community, low cost of living and family-oriented atmosphere also were cited as reasons for the recognition.
Other top regioinal cities were Columbia, Fayetteville, Ark., Wichita, Kan., and Edmond, Okla.
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A relocation to Nixa from Republic and a rebranding occurred for Aspen Elevated Health; Kuick Noodles LLC opened; and Phelps County Bank launched a new southwest Springfield branch.