For the second time in as many years, legislation to support the child care industry that state officials say has bipartisan support is seeking passage in Jefferson City.

Digital Editor Geoff Pickle welcomes a Missouri chamber report on the tech sector.

The future of two schools is expected to be decided by the Springfield Public Schools Board of Education on Jan. 16.

Willard cafe makes good on goal to employ people with disabilities.

As a presidential election looms 10 months from now, local and state officials say the outlook for the Missouri General Assembly’s 2024 legislative session is looking like a mixed bag.

Officials expect economic pressures will continue to boost pay for workers.

Christopher Upton is exiting the state-licensed adult day care center his parents purchased last year.

Imagine Technical Institute aims to boost job opportunities for people with disabilities.

Katie Shelton took over ownership of Springfield Mercantile Co.; Little Sunshine’s Enterprises Inc. relocated its headquarters; and Cowork Collective opened.

All of the state's metropolitan areas post decreases in November, according to latest federal data.

They said it. We're reporting it. Thirteen forecasts lead the way into the new year.

 Reflecting on 2023, the SBJ newsroom ranked the Top 10 stories that impacted regional business.

Month-over-month job gains tally 5,900, according to latest state data.

Newsmakers in the areas of banking & finance, education, human resources, nonprofit and utilities.

Join us on the third Tuesday of each month for a live interview with one of 12 local professionals handpicked by our editorial team.

Stuart Stringer is among four employees who were elevated to new roles this month at the staffing firm.

SBJ economic survey data inform long-term planning.

SBJ survey data inform quality of place.

SBJ survey data inform readers about the state of the workforce.

An independent panel of judges has chosen the 13th annual class of Springfield Business Journal’s Men of the Year. The award recognizes the professional, philanthropic and civic contributions of businessmen throughout the Springfield region.