The Local Bevy owner says phone scam cost her around $16K.

With its third time appearing on the Dynamic Dozen list – Springfield Business Journal’s countdown of the fastest-growing companies in our community – Keep Supply took home the top honor.

The awards ceremony also includes a new Dynamo honor recognizing O'Reilly Automotive.

Changes were made to the project after the initial design was rejected.

The Sunshine Street store also will double as headquarters for the 2-year-old company.

Guest columnist Rusty Worley: "The second annual Women’s Day Downtown spotlighted more than 70 women-owned businesses and organizations on April 13. It celebrated how women entrepreneurs make downtown a better place through their creativity, intellect and empathy.  "

Guest columnist Angela McLaughlin: "Your networks matter. Active participation in networking groups offers countless opportunities for professional advancement and growth. As you utilize the collective wisdom and resources within your networking groups, you will discover new pathways to success and prosperity in your professional journey."

Guest columnist Stephanie Staggs: "Regardless of the industry, all business owners I interviewed in this story agree that clients’ trust is essential."

Small-business owners juggle a lot of responsibilities, and a study by national payroll and human resources firm ADP found over half of them choose to handle HR matters in-house – with 80% of professionals tasked with the work having no experience or training.

Led by a team of gardening experts, Harvest Grow Supply offers know-how alongside more than a thousand products.

The owners of a Springfield catering business launched a new venture; indoor golfing venue franchise X-Golf Springfield swung into the Queen City; and CoxHealth Branson Hills opened.

McConnell Edwards markets hard-won expertise at answering tough questions.

Architecture firm earns nod among five finalists.

SBJ interviews the co-owner of El Cafecito and El Escondite.

The architecture firm gets the nod among five finalists.

Dr. Keesag Baron of Baron Cardiology Group PC claims conduct by health system led to financial and reputational damages.

The commission approves 31 awards for small businesses.

After discovering a niche for vintage typewriters, Laura Prather quickly grew a home-based typewriter sale and service business.