Great Southern Bank opened a new branch in Springfield; Dutch Bros Coffee debuted in Branson; and Aldi launched in Ozark.

Fifteen industry leaders share their forecasts for the new year with SBJ.

The ownership change completes a two-year transition between Goodnight and former SBJ owner Jennifer Jackson. Plans for the ...

Longtime SBJ owner and President Jennifer Jackson credited with leading news organization through digital transformation, ...

Missouri’s minimum wage is increasing with the new year. The minimum wage is now $15 per hour, effective Jan. 1, according to the Missouri Department of Labor & Industrial Relations minimum wage ...

The North American box office grew by 2% in 2025, according to ComScore. Ticket sales came in at $8.9 billion during the year. Moviegoers who see films at least six times per year in a theater were ...

OpenAI is betting big on audio artificial intelligence, according to multiple media reports. The company reportedly is combining multiple engineering, product and research teams toward the effort.

A poll conducted by Harris for The Guardian points to more Americans who blame the federal government for higher prices.

Designed to house 224 students, the Daryl and Lois Flood Residence Hall is expected to open in time for the fall semester at Evangel University.

Freeway Ministries is at work on a facility to offer skills training and mentorship for at-risk children and teens. The ...

Spencer’s 2026 Projection: Nonprofits will continue to meet rising community needs while navigating funding uncertainty and affordability pressures. The path forward will require focus, strong ...