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

Walrus Oil reaches $1 million in annual sales and hits national retailer’s shelves.

Columnist Bennet Bodenstein samples three wine products.

Lakeside Shoppes at Branson Landing changes hands in deal with Louisiana real estate investor, says broker Marcus & Millichap.

Turnout for the Springfield special election comes in at less than 6%.

The Roost Bar & Grill signs on for Magers Management's mixed-use development in Republic.

RetroZone Marshfield holds grand reopening on Aug. 5.

SBJ's 2023 Economic Growth Series documents the fifth year of survey data collected from area business leaders in an effort to provide valuable insights that might better guide local business decision-making.

A nutrition-focused culinary haven is popping up at The Library Center.

First wave of 48 microbusiness licenses to be issued in fall.

Monica Horton of Springfield City Council discusses the city’s proposed recreational marijuana tax.

Both local companies lead their respective categories on the Newsweek list.

The local marijuana business acquires an existing company in Lee's Summit.

Moreno Group Commercial Realty is bringing to market a building its commercial real estate adviser, Tyler Ray, describes as a freestanding Class A retail center.

Proceeds from the 3% tax would fund public safety, addiction prevention and treatment, mental health services and housing. 

Greg Johnson is retiring, and Brad Beckham is being promoted.

The professional golfer takes home top prize of $180,000.

Village Meeple Board Game Cafe launched in the Galleria Shopping Center; nearly 30-year-old Rogersville Insurance Agency Inc. closed on the acquisition of Lair Insurance Agency; and Iowa-based restaurant chain Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream put down roots in the Ozarks.

Former BCFO leader opens new office through private company.

The awards recognize excellence in business, including employee and revenue volumes and impact on the community.