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An Open Letter to the New Springfield City Leadership

Read recommendations for the future of Springfield, Missouri, guided by survey responses from the local business community.
Taylor Warwick
New on the Scene

Get to Know Taylor Warwick, COO of Mercy Springfield Communities

After years of leading health care expansions in Kansas City, Taylor Warwick embraces new opportunities as COO of Mercy Springfield Communities—and looks forward to diving into life in the Ozarks.
A&B Cycle team
Rooted Here

A Century of Cycling with A&B Cycle

For the past 100 years, A&B Cycle has been a mainstay in Springfield, Missouri. Its continuous commitment to serving its customers—from loyal cyclists to new riders—has solidified its spot providing 417-landers with a way to get outdoors.
College Station Theater
On the Rise

Keeping College Station Theater Local

With many changes over the past 15 years, Paul Tillman and his dad, Scott, have decided to keep the ownership and operation of College Station Theater local.
Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile
Vantage Point

Better Block SGF and Springfield's Medical Mile

A new placemaking effort is underway on Medical Mile, that 2.8-mile stretch between two giant health care systems on National Avenue in Springfield, Missouri. Better Block SGF is ready to tackle a very long challenge.

Networking in the Ozarks

Find out where to meet and network with other business leaders in Springfield and southwest Missouri.

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Culture

The Race Brothers Farm & Home’s Culture of Compassion

Race Brothers Farm & Home has been creating an atmosphere of caring for their employees during times of crisis for more than 50 years.

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The Story Behind Pixie Cup

With a bold vision and local roots, family-owned Pixie Cup empowers women worldwide with reusable feminine hygiene products.

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Why Daniel Scott Launched Whiskey Tango

With a love for unique spirits and a rapid renovation to his parents’ 33-year-old gas station in Ozark, Daniel Scott and his wife launched...

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Offices

A Home Away from Home with Meridian Title Company

Complete with local art, stylish and comfortable furniture and even an office dog named Clozer, Meridian Title Company at 1334 E. Republic...

may 2022 | Decor, Workspaces
From the Desk of Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe
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From the Desk of Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe

Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe is the founder of SAAB, formerly known as the Student African American Brotherhood, headquartered in downtown...

may 2022 | Workspaces
How Old Missouri Bank Hit the Ground Running
Leadership

How Old Missouri Bank Hit the Ground Running

Jeff Houghton catches up with Mark Harrington, co-founder of Old Missouri Bank, to talk about how OMB was able to hit the ground running.

may 2022 | Advice & Whiskey
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How To Upgrade Three Key Outdoor Spaces

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isense Wants You to Get Better Sleep

Paul Longman, CEO and founder of isense, found an opportunity in the adjustable mattress market. After some trial and error, he tailored...

may 2022 | Technology
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Reaching the the Hidden Workers of Southwest Missouri

Which barriers are preventing you from finding and keeping employees? And what can you do about them?

may 2022 | Features, Leadership
The $100 Million Impact of Project 100
Culture

The $100 Million Impact of Project 100

In 2018 Digital Monitoring Products, Inc., a Springfield-based online security firm, began Project 100.

may 2022 | #417Culture
What It Takes to Keep Southwest Missouri in the Know
Communication

What It Takes to Keep Southwest Missouri in the Know

CEO of Springfield Daily Citizen, David Stoeffler returned to Springfield with a big idea to combat the current problems local news faces.

may 2022 | #417Culture, Communication

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