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REDI outlines state of manufacturing in Columbia

When Collins & Aikman closes its auto parts factory on May 11, it will be…

NEW STYLE: Salon de Capello owner gets a wild hair to make over his business model

Steve Stephenson is the kind of hair stylist who follows you to the front door…

Economic slowdown causes city budget concerns

One of the key indicators of Columbia’s economic vitality is the city sales tax receipts,…

Credit Crunch Foreclosures on the rise

Amid a housing market slowdown and questionable credit practices, the number of foreclosures in Columbia…

Development along Stadium pioneering, but contentious

Newcomers to Columbia may be unaware that Stadium Boulevard was once called Conley Road, a…

Social networking online helps you connect with customers

This month I thought it might be interesting to take a look at this whole…

Columbia SCORE helps open Jefferson City chapter

Small-business owners are required to wear a lot of hats. They must be experts not…

Students find diverse options for MBA programs in mid-Missouri

A study recently conducted by the U.S. Department of Education found that master’s degree in…

State attempts crackdown on undocumented immigrant workers

The raid on Sam’s Janitorial Service in Jefferson City in early March has been followed…

Bills aim to discourage hiring undocumented workers

The Missouri House on March 26 approved a bill that requires Missouri police officers to…

Cut-rate cremation improves options for grieving families

For some destinations, airlines offer low-rate fares. But if you’re looking for an economical, no-frills…

Internet changing home sale strategies

Technology has dramatically changed the way consumers and businesses communicate. What was once global is…