Nonprofit Nova Center of the Ozarks Inc. completed a move; DG Market opened in Willard; and Nixa Public Schools’ Aetos Center for the Performing Arts debuted.

As continued rumblings of an economic downturn are amplified by news of bank failures, businesses large and small may find themselves scrutinizing their operating budgets for any opportunity to save. There is one resource these executives may be overlooking in their cost-cutting measures: business services provided by the Springfield-Greene County Library District.

Company president says Kansas City market is first step.

The adult day care center stays within the family.

Humble Abode Properties expands portfolio by a third after buying Ozark senior living community.

North Carolina-based Go Burrito, a fast-casual Mexican restaurant franchise, opened in Springfield; family-owned Collegiate Awards roughly doubled its space with a move; and architect Layne Hunton launched Throughline Architecture.

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.

The company's first-quarter earnings report is scheduled for release later this month.

The retail store for Artemis Overland Hardware relocated; a married couple with over 20 years of combined experience in health care teamed up to open Breast Imaging of the Ozarks; and Branson Bank opened a temporary, modular branch in Branson West.

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

The Local Bevy is dedicated to supporting area artists with opportunities to sell their works.

Studio 3 Dance Academy LLC replaced a longtime restaurant in Chesterfield Village; Dr. Samantha Sellers launched Peaceful Crossings In-Home Pet Euthanasia; and the city of Springfield’s newest fire station began operations.

During council meeting, some from the route’s business community express concern about the economic impact of the proposed safety measure. 

Chris Russell is being succeeded by Ashley Johnson on an interim basis.

Springfield-based ConGenius has outgrown its current space, says company founder.

In an effort to provide flexibility to their workers, some area businesses are beginning to offer four-day workweeks.

Heirloom Candle Bar moved; art supply thrift store Arrow Creative Reuse opened; and Rockford, Illinois-based Beef-A-Roo debuted in Springfield.

In 50 years creating dioramas for museums, Terry Chase has become an authority mixing art and science.

Five companies are in the running, with a winner to be named May 10.

John Lopez scores a $145,876 grand prize at a tournament in Tulsa.