New construction, hotel glut put squeeze on older facilities

The rush to build hotels and grab a share of Columbia’s convention and hospitality market…

Experts cite need for Columbia convention center

A significant shortcoming in the Columbia lodging market is the lack of a large convention…

Specialization makes catering industry more palatable

In keeping with the quality of life we all enjoy, when Americans get together to…

Volunteer gig in chamber’s campaign offers chance to build business relationships

I’m typing this while on a plane to Cancun. Since you’re probably jealous already, I’ll…

The danger of so-called ‘expert’ advice: It kills creativity

Many times when we seek to grow or advance our businesses or careers, we seek…

Local car sales drop again in 2006, following national trends

The local automotive market has driven through a turbulent year, with a shuffling of dealerships,…

Protected: Columbia Sewers: A history well hidden

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Kespohl says he’s a businessman–not a politician

Gary Kespohl makes no qualms about being a political newcomer. He has never served on…

Skala promotes smart growth, conciliation

Karl Skala’s work in local governance began 12 years ago with a fight to preserve…

Council races begin, critical decisions ahead

Should the city build a new power plant? Should it widen West Broadway? How much…

Tools for procuring capital

The clients we see at the University Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship present us with…

Council passes sewer plan; fees, financing decisions to follow

The City Council this month endorsed a master plan for expanding Columbia’s sewer system, projecting…