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MU opens clinic building

University of Missouri Clinical Support and Educational Building Mannquin at the Russel D and Mary…

Columbia’s Car King

Diversification is good strategy for investing, and it’s a pretty good idea for auto dealerships in Columbia, too, according to an analysis of car and truck sales data.

At the national level, Toyota had robust sales and a historic breakthrough in 2007, overtaking Ford,

New Business Update

Two new businesses are bringing tea and Ts to downtown shoppers. At 15 S. 9th…

Speaking Out: Landmark case illustrates need for council expansion, pay

I recently met with City Manager Bill Watkins. Our visit took place over dinner the…

Columbia crime increase raises interest in security-related businesses

Bob Cron bought his wife an unusual gift for Mothers Day—a Smith & Wesson 38 special. The handgun weighs 15 ounces and comes with a crimson laser grip that indicates the point of impact. Cost: $1,000.

Cron, a salesperson for Target Masters, 4141 Rangeline Road, said his gift really isn’t so unusual. “I sold four of these to women in the past few weeks,” he said.

Such purchases may reflect a growing concern among citizens about the recent rise in violent crimes in Columbia.

Phishing, pharming and hacking: Cyber criminals more sophisticated

Spamalot is not just the name of a Monty Python Broadway production. It’s an Internet…

Business plan, marketing plan… What about a security plan?

Working from home offers many advantages, both in convenience and economic terms, but it also…

Downturn reaches state economy

Missouri legislators and state officials wondered aloud this year whether the national economic downturn would…

MU’s enrollment on track to break record

      University of Missouri enrollment is on track to reach a record high again this…

Columbia gets Memphis air connection

       Memphis will replace Kansas City as Columbia’s federally subsidized commercial flight connection.        The…

The Business of Education: Back to School

On April 8, Columbia Public Schools requested a tax levy increase of 54 cents to…

City harnesses strong volunteer spirit

Historically, Columbia has been blessed with civic-minded citizens who love to volunteer. Our city has…