SBJ's 2023 Economic Growth Series documents the fifth year of survey data collected from area business leaders in an effort to provide valuable insights that might better guide local business decision-making.

A longtime employee in health care made a professional pivot with the opening of The Sugar Shots Bakery; Springfield resident Sean Saunders launched 24/7 Golf Performance; and the Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce relocated its office.

Caleb Scott of the Queen City Insane Asylum is selected for the job.

Officials say the $25 million arena that’s nearing completion at the fairgrounds helped secure the event.

The interactive piece, called "Ernest and Ruth," is located on the Hatch Foundation Lawn.

Both local companies lead their respective categories on the Newsweek list.

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.

Part of a 30-year plan for Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, officials expect the $25 million arena to draw national events.

The nonprofit pens a deal to lease space from Ozarks Trail Council of the Boy Scouts of America.

The 30-year plan includes new buildings and multiple renovations and upgrades. 

The professional golfer takes home top prize of $180,000.

Nerf gun wars are the focus of The War Zone.

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.

June was the busiest month in the airport's history, officials announce.

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

An affiliate of a local company announces plans for large-scale attraction called American Heartland Theme Park and Resort.

Professional golfers return to the Ozarks for annual event at Highland Springs.

The International Ford Retractable Club Convention starts today.