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Energy efficiency no longer a luxury, experts say

Often flying mainly under the radar of the news media, a quiet but steady revolution…

Customer Service: Creating an ad budget in a tough economy could help with growth

Advertising is just as important as rent, taxes and payroll. Companies must set up a…

Palin glasses sell out at local stores

Saturday Night Live comedian Tina Fey isn’t the only woman who wants to look like…

New northside real estate company succeeding despite bleak economy

Nineteen months ago, as the local real estate market tightened and a national financial crisis…

Market struggles; Machens expands

The day after one of the country’s largest auto dealers abruptly closed all 14 of its locations and financial markets seemed on the brink of collapse, Gary Drewing, the owner of Joe Machens Dealerships, calmly surveyed his latest acquisition, Legend Automotive Group.

Insiders stress positive aspects of local housing market

In weather terms, there are tropical storms buffeting housing markets along the coasts, and foreclosures…

Missouri Tech Corp. awards loans, creates support network

The Missouri Technology Corporation has awarded Phase II Bridge Loans through the Missouri Technology Incentive…

Cost saving strategies for Columbia’s small businesses

These are difficult times for small businesses. You and your customers are struggling with inflation,…

MU grads: make a promo video, win football tickets

Two Missouri School of Journalism students are capturing the stories of passionate alumni who credit…

Farmers Market seeks pavilion contributions

When supporters of the Farmers Market began to plan a party marking the launch of…

Rocheport business owner opens B&B for women only

    The co-owner of an antiques shop and general store in Rocheport has opened an…

Customer Service: Welcome to the Blogosphere

What is all this “social media” jazz, and why is it infiltrating my seminar schedule…