Venture’s owner aims for summer launch.

Springfield Business Journal counts down the fastest-growing companies in the Ozarks.

Nonfarm payroll ranks rise by 4,700 jobs month over month.

OMG Commerce is the only firm selected in southwest Missouri.

Last May 4, the Facebook group that became 417 Out And About was created. The private group curates activities for the local LGBTQ+ community, some members of which may feel isolated from other supports.

Executive Editor Christine Temple shares a cautionary tale of AI in hiring practices.

Most of its statewide peers have increases, as well.

New Growth seeks to better serve southern end of coverage area.

Momentum State of the Workforce panelists note local programs aid search for workers.

Reporter Mike Cullinan brings you workforce, new business and marijuana coverage and analysis.

Nonfarm payroll ranks rise by 2,300 jobs, according to Missouri Economic Research and Information Center.

Some workers may be reticent when it comes to discussing their compensation. Pay feels like a private matter – one, like decisions made within a voting booth, that no polite person would ask about.

Springfield officials want to reach nearly 1,300 apprentices over three years.

Most of the other MSAs in the state do the same.

The scores have been tabulated for Springfield Business Journal’s 2023 Dynamic Dozen, recognizing the 12 fastest-growing companies in the Ozarks.

Local committee also is working to problem-solve.

Funds will launch new computer science program.

The Springfield company pens a deal with the school district for the 2023-24 school year.

Reporter Karen Craigo brings government and development coverage and analysis.