A Monett native’s multiyear goal to launch his hometown’s first brewery is getting so close he can almost taste it.

Moore Water & Air targets December completion for 13,000-square-foot hub on south side.

An event scheduled Sept. 7 marks the official debut of Loomi in downtown Springfield.

Owner says decision was made after failed lease negotiations for Hopedale Plaza space in Ozark.

The Uptown Boutique relocated; Dripz and Dreamz Mo-Lo opened; and Springfield’s second Crumbl Cookies got its start.

An independent panel of judges has selected this year’s class of Most Influential Women. With the addition of this class, 500 women have received this award.

Guest columnist Travis Beazley: "Securing an SBA loan involves understanding the eligibility criteria and preparing a robust business plan."

Guest columnist Stephanie Staggs: "In the competitive world of startups, where resources are often limited, trust becomes a powerful and cost-effective tool."

Guest columnist Kelley K. Self: "With today’s technology, business owners have an arsenal of tools available to help operate, market and measure their business. The financial statements report on the results tell a story. It’s an important – story – one every business owner should want to hear."

SBJ interviews the co-founder of Nightly.

In Springfield, businesses centered around community gaming have seen a surge. From classic board games to esports venues, multiple companies have opened in the last year, including Village Meeple Board Game Cafe, 5c Gaming, Dirk’s Tavern and Cricketts Esports.

Moon City Pub is back in business after a trio of former employees bought the venture and reopened it; Marshfield retail shop Sully Loves Sugar more than doubled its space with a move; and Springfield marketing industry veteran Neil Frost went into business for himself by launching Enable Bookkeeping LLC.

Springfield-based marketing agency Epic Strategies ranks the highest among Springfield-area businesses in the report.

Bedpost Books, which also sells clothing and accessories, got its start this month.

The Workforce Development publication explores themes such as payroll shifts, wages and benefits demand, labor shortage impacts and employee barriers impacting recruitment and retention.

New York-based dog day care and boarding business Hounds Town USA expanded to the Queen City; home storage solutions venture 417 Closets opened; and several Marshfield-area residents formed 501(c)(3) nonprofit Webster County Market Animal Show and Sale Inc.

John Bledsoe is the creator of Co-Angler, an online app designed to bring people together for fishing trips. Users can plan trips by dropping a pin on a map, selecting a desired location and outlining trip details, including day, time, duration and target species.

Chamber President Matt Morrow and Boys & Girls Clubs CEO Brandy Harris are among participants in Springfield Regional Arts Council initiative.

Dripz and Dreamz Mo-Lo plans Aug. 12 grand opening.