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Mountain Creek Ranch: Phil Melugin's 1,200-Acre Southwest Missouri Retreat

A longtime dream became a 1,200-acre destination in southwest Missouri.
From Basement Brew to Ozarks-Born Beverage
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From Basement Brew to Ozarks-Born Beverage

The process to create this unique drink is both art and science, but Spring Branch Kombucha contains the right ingredients, plus...

may 2026
More Headliners for Springfield's Arts District
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More Headliners for Springfield's Arts District

As the Gillioz takes on booking for the Historic Fox Theatre and Hammons Field, realizing the potential for Springfield's arts district...

may 2026
Seat at the Table
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Seat at the Table

Dennis Sheppard served as general counsel for SRC Holdings for over 30 years.

may 2026
Winning Engagement
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Winning Engagement

All work and no play? At Toth and Associates, balancing the two is key. Here's how Director of Marketing Kevin Grinder's long-ago Office...

may 2026

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How Pure&Clean Products Were Created
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How Pure&Clean Products Were Created

What started as a desire to help athletes with injuries turned to changing lives on a far wider scale. Meet the heart behind the product...

may 2022 | Companies
New Leadership, Same Heart at the Heart of America Beverage Company
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New Leadership, Same Heart at the Heart of America Beverage Company

Mindy Ferguson Hoff brings 20 years of beverage industry experience and a people-first mindset to her new role as the leader of Heart of...

may 2022 | Companies, Next Gen
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Expert Attorneys in Southwest Missouri

The jury is in on finding the attorney that is right for you. Browse Biz 417's Attorney Profiles to learn more about some of southwest...

may 01 2022 | Branded Content, Legal, Native Content
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Expert Financial Advisors in Southwest Missouri

Browse Biz 417's Financial Advisor Profiles to learn more about some of southwest Missouri’s top financial and wealth experts.

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A Home Away from Home with Meridian Title Company
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A Home Away from Home with Meridian Title Company

Complete with local art, stylish and comfortable furniture and even an office dog named Clozer, Meridian Title Company at 1334 E. Republic...

may 2022 | Decor, Workspaces
From the Desk of Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe
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From the Desk of Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe

Dr. Tyrone Bledsoe is the founder of SAAB, formerly known as the Student African American Brotherhood, headquartered in downtown...

may 2022 | Workspaces
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How To Upgrade Three Key Outdoor Spaces

Whether it’s a backyard lounge spot at home, dining patio around town or an outdoor getaway at work, these style ideas will make you want...

may 01 2022 | Branded Content, Native Content
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isense Wants You to Get Better Sleep
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isense Wants You to Get Better Sleep

Paul Longman, CEO and founder of isense, found an opportunity in the adjustable mattress market. After some trial and error, he tailored...

may 2022 | Technology

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