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2025 SBJ Economic Growth Series: The Economy

Survey data highlights Springfield's economic health, with insights on business optimism and financial strategies in an environment impacted by tariffs and government uncertainty.

A June 3 kickoff event marks the start of the 2025 Economic Growth Series.

The latest data from the federal agency shows average weekly wages in Greene County of $1,126 during the last three months of 2024.

Joel Alexander is being succeeded by Jamie Presley.

A recent panel discussion of business leaders provided reflections on employee retention strategies as the labor market continues to remain tight locally and nationally. 

Masters Plumbing and its eight employees join the mechanical contracting firm.

An independent panel of judges selected Doug Pitt to be recognized July 17 during the Economic Impact Awards, along with company awards acknowledging excellence in business, including employee and revenue volumes and impact on the community.

Local representatives agree the Missouri General Assembly’s 2025 session was largely a productive one – particularly compared to last year – but was not without its challenges, which largely cropped up in the final week.

The state's nonfarm payroll ranks decrease by 6,600 jobs month over month.

The scores have been tabulated for Springfield Business Journal’s 2025 Dynamic Dozen, recognizing the 12 fastest-growing companies in the Ozarks.

Bill goes to Gov. Mike Kehoe for consideration.

Invest SOMO will have two days of private pitches for pre-seed and seed companies next month.

MSU President Biff Williams says legislation, which requires governor's signature, would allow the institution to "better meet regional workforce needs."

Community Foundation of the Ozarks partners with Coover Charitable Foundation and Commerce Trust on funding.

Paid sick leave now in effect statewide.

The latest Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows a mixed bag in jobless rates among Missouri's metro areas.

Hiring event will be first at Missouri Job Center’s new location.

The decision means a transition for O’Reilly Center for Hope, with services for unsheltered population to shift to planned day center.

Guest columnist Racheal Dami Odunewu says employers should capitalize on international student workers, providing insight on the hiring pathways.

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