Jimm's Steakhouse and Pub
Jimm's Steakhouse and Pub opened Dec. 13 at 1935 S. Glenstone Ave., in the former Steak & Ale spot. The restaurant is owned by Errett Sechler of Plaza Towers LLC, and the general manager is Jimm Swafford, who held the same role at Steak & Ale for 11 years. While Jimm's Steakhouse has similarities to its predecessor, Swafford said there are some changes, including a piano bar, where Carol Reinert and Barry Stacey play Wednesday through Saturday, and a remodeled cocktail lounge. Jimm's Steakhouse has about 75 employees, a menu offering steak, seafood and chicken, and a list of more than 20 wines available by the bottle or glass, Swafford said. Lunch entrees average $7 to $12; an early evening menu is available, with prices starting at $9.99, including salad bar, beverage and dessert. Dinner entrees average $11 to $18 and include the salad bar, Swafford said. Steak & Ale regulars already have visited: "It's great seeing the folks come back home," Swafford said. Hours: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday; and 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday. Phone: (417) 886-5466.
Padgett Business Services
Owner-operator Jason Jordan moved his Springfield franchise of Athens, Ga.-based Padgett Business Systems to leased space at 2421 S. Campbell Ave. on Dec. 1. Jordan, who ran the franchise out of his home since opening in July 2008, said the company has more than 400 locations serving more than 25,000 small businesses in the U.S. Padgett Business Systems provides payroll and accounting services for small businesses and tax preparation for businesses and individuals. The company also offers pickup and delivery of paperwork for its clients, said Jordan, who employs one. He said the move allows for better marketing and foot traffic. "Previously, it was just direct-mail, cold-calling and canvassing. I never really had a location to say, 'Hey, come by and check us out,'" he said. "Two weeks, and we've already had three walk-ins." Hours: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Phone: (417) 881-1876.
Signs Now
Signs Now in Branson relocated its production facility Nov.1, moving to space adjacent to its main office at 670 Branson Landing Blvd., Ste. 4, said owner Chuck Achterberg. The location is on the north end of Branson Landing Boulevard, next to U.S. Highway 65, he said. The company, which has operated in Branson since 1994, sells and creates vehicle graphics, trade-show signs, wall logos, carved signs, awards and plaques, and Achterberg said there are four employees at the production center. Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturday by appointment. Phone: (417) 337-7541.
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