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First Bancshares Inc. (OTCQX: FBSI) posts nearly $1.7 million in net income during the first three months of 2024.

Local officials question when or if the Fed will act this year.

President and CEO John Kemper says "interest rates continue to be elevated and put downward pressure on bank balance sheets."

The company cites increased expenses during the first three months of the year.

Arlo Financial Holdings inks definitive agreement with plans for a capital raise

Algerian Hart is the ninth member of the board.

Lance Boyer is promoted at Heritage Bank of the Ozarks, where Kim Light remains CEO.

Uptown Hog will replace Abby’s Acai Co. at the Nixa food hall.

Springfield City Council enacted an ordinance outlawing cash-prize devices in February.

The Springfield-based company renews its contract with Texas Motor Speedway.

Guest columnist Richard Baker: "Marketwise, I don’t expect any major issues this year, but staying invested according to your risk tolerance is wise in case of unexpected turbulence."

Abacus CPAs gets national ranking as fast-growing company.

City officials and engineering consultants outline $32M project costs and schedule at community meeting.

The Bass Pro Shops founder is down three spots from Forbes' 2023 rankings.

Some $16.5 million worth of listings meet SBJ's criteria for March.

Monte McNew, CEO of Springfield-based Guaranty Bank, sees increase in 2023.