Features

*Going after Google*Columbia’s campaign for the company’s super-fast broadband network

*New Business Update*Kampai Sushi Bar & Restaurant, first year-round business in downtown alley

*Top Employers*Who are Columbia’s 30 largest employers? Some notable additions to the list

*New Business Update*AQ Beauty moves to a new location, offers wigs, hair products, make-up and more.

*Anatomy of a Bank*A look at the leadership of Boone County National Bank, one of Columbia’s largest private companies.

*Breast Cancer Debate:*Interpreting the new USPSTF recommendations for breast-cancer screening

*Premier Sale*First State Community Bank acquires Premier Bank’s three local branches, makes Columbia its largest market.

*People You Should Know:*Darin Preis, executive director of Central Missouri Community Action

*New Business Update:*Ninth Street Hookah Lounge offers peaceful place to smoke downtown.

*MU Master Plan:*The 2010 plan includes renovations and new construction, incorporates sustainability.

*Commercial Construction:*Columbia’s commercial real estate market remains slow with tight financing and low demand.

*Customer Service:*At trade show booths, it’s about making contacts and marketing your business — before, during and after.