Inc. Magazine tells us celebrating is very critical to success — even suggesting if you don’t celebrate, you are likely to burn out. Celebrating changes your physiology and psychology, strengthens your network and attracts more success.

A network of regional high schools has announced the creation of a foreign exchange program to let students study across the big pond: the Mississippi River. The program, dubbed IMAGINE (Illinois Missouri Association Guiding Interstate Noteworthy Exchanges), will allow high school students to live with a host family and experience life on the other side of the river...

It goes back to the ancient Greeks at Delphi in the 6th Century B.C.: they held multiple-day events that included music and athletic competitions. Throughout the Middle Ages, Celtic and Gaelic cultural fairs promoted music, with a dance competition as the main event. In Europe, large gatherings of the upper class listened to classical music. Throughout the 1960s, music festivals were a way to express counter-cultural views, meeting grounds for political activism and change...

For the next three-year funding cycle, the United Way of Southeast Missouri's Community Investment Committee (CIC) identified 27 partners representing 38 programs in Bollinger, Cape Girardeau, Perry and northern Scott counties. The organization added 10 new partners by slightly decreasing funding to education and increasing it to health and financial stability. ...

Many chambers of commerce around the country sponsor awards and recognition programs that annually recognize members and businesses for their service or contributions to their respective communities. But only a handful of those awards bear the names of individuals or families as a tribute to their lifetime achievements...

Next year, Gayle Unverferth, RN, OB nurse at SoutheastHEALTH who has served the Cape Girardeau community at the hosptial for 40 years, will retire. Forty years at the same hospital in the same community is quite a feat. Especially today, when nurses often stay for only a couple of years at an institution due to the myriad of opportunities available. ...

Andy Patel, national franchise owner, came to the United States from India when he was 20 years old with $20. It was money his parents had given him as they saw him off from their small farming community, believing in his dream of making it in America through hard work...

It was on the stairs in a hallway at Cape Catholic High that Carolyn Bohnert, senior vice president of Drury Southwest, saw Bill Bohnert and told her friend, "That's the man I'm going to marry one of these days." And she was right: the two met when Carolyn was a junior, and four years later, they were married...

When Lisa Newcomer was a little girl, her mother worked at Saint Francis Hospital on Good Hope Street in Cape Girardeau and taught nursing at Southeast Missouri State University. Newcomer recalls "being the guinea pig" for nursing students as they checked her reflexes and temperature during pediatric clinics. She says the people her mother worked with became another family to her, and it was this that inspired her passion for health care...

Four former Redhawks football players have captured a community's attention with their infectious attitudes and commitment to mentorship among Cape Girardeau's most at-risk students. Aaron Adeoye, Cantrell Andrews, Kweku Arkorful and Wyky Jean knew they wanted to give back after college. They volunteered at the Christian Boxing Academy founded by Danny Rees. When boxing ended, they'd stay afterward to hang out with the kids. It was clear the kids could benefit from their positive influence...

I have been drumming since about the same time I started to walk. Music is a long tradition in my family, and I am a fifth generation traditional Ulster Scots (Scotch Irish) drummer, playing a large, heavy drum called a Lambeg. I played also in several marching flute bands growing up and at school played in the orchestra, concert band and jazz band. ...

To understand why Denise Lincoln is a Newsmaker, you have to know the twists and turns that led her to where she is today. From 13-week stints in cities across the U.S. for her husband Doug's job as an ultrasound technician to what she thought was a mistake the day she opened the wrong microfilm drawer at the National Archives while doing research on her family's history, it almost seems as though the universe put the African American story of Southeast Missouri into her hands to help tell...

Music is what emotions sound like. It's this artistic value of music that Ethan Welker, creator of a youth orchestra program in Perryville, Missouri, loves about music. Welker says he also enjoys the intellectual value of music: "Some things work because of rules that we just agree on."...

A few years ago, Jim Eddleman was driving around Perry County, Missouri, with architects, looking for a place to build a memorial to veterans. It was part of the fulfillment of a promise he made to himself more than 50 years ago, when he was serving his country in Vietnam: to honor his comrades in some way if he returned to the U.S. ...

"It's not about me." As the face of Old Town Cape for the past 13 years, it's hard to imagine a downtown Cape Girardeau without thinking of Marla Mills. Under her leadership as executive director of Old Town Cape, the downtown area has seen considerable change and growth, including what Mills sees as the pinnacle: winning the Great American Main Street Award in 2015. ...

For most people, the term "hacker" conjures intangible imagery; things like cryptocurrencies or swirling lines of binary code. But in practice, "hacking" is little more than problem solving. It's looking at a problem, evaluating the technological resources at hand, and then leveraging those resources in new and creative ways...

While serving in the U.S. Air Force 37 years ago, Dennis Vollink received a call that would map the course of his personal and professional life for the next four decades. Bob Drury of Drury Southwest in Cape Girardeau was looking for a pilot. After contacting Randolph Air Force Base in Universal City, Texas, and speaking with a couple of pilots who weren't a fit, the pilots said Drury should meet with Vollink, who, they believed, would be the perfect candidate: not only was he a pilot and engineer, but the career path was something his peers believed would suit him.. ...

You can't miss the booming voice -- or personality -- of Doug Austin. He's a fixture at any number of area events, be it with his church (Bethany Baptist Church) or community. After a career in the grocery business marketing products for more than 100 independent stores, Austin made up his mind early on he would retire by age 60. After two stops in Cape Girardeau during his career, Austin and his wife, Fran, knew where their retirement years would be spent...

The importance of networking shouldn’t be discounted when you are building a successful business. While some people are naturals, others understandably struggle getting started. How do you make a good and lasting impression?

August 28 6 p.m. Codefi 338 Broadway, Suite 600 Cape Girardeau If you are a female professional who has a heart passionate about innovation opportunities, growth and generating new ideas, and you want to support other women while doing it, this event is for you. There will be a panel of community experts present discussing life as a woman in different types of local businesses, using individual strengths and developing community with other female businesswomen...

Helping is part of who Patricia Morris is. It's why she loved working as a Department of Youth Services (DYS) teacher for 12 years, and why she founded Keidra's Caring Centers in Sikeston, Missouri, and Caruthersville, Missouri. She says her husband jokes she helps and gives too much. But Morris says she can't help it...

Had it not been for taking an art class rather than a Spanish class in high school, it's quite possible Alyssa Phares might never have made it to Cape Girardeau. As a senior at her Central Illinois high school -- a school of 34 people -- Phares had an opportunity while on vacation to visit the College of Charleston, which has one of the top-ranked programs for historic preservation studies. ...

"No one has a lock on good ideas." This is a core tenant of the leadership philosophy of Dennis Vinson, president and CEO of Signature Packaging & Paper in Jackson. He credits the success of his business to the 66 employees he leads each day. "The basis and the success of Signature is all about the employees," Vinson says. "My leadership is there, but they make it happen everyday."...

River Radio 99.3 Real Rock program director. Radio personality. Founder of the heavy metal band Emaciation. Co-founder of the annual Scoutfest. Judge of the Polar Plunge benefitting Special Olympics. Board member of the Arts Council of Southeast Missouri. Lover of nature, animals and all types of music (yes, even the Country genre.) Photographer. Arrowhead finder. Falconer apprentice. Libra...

Each year, the Cape Chamber releases an annual report. This document serves as a great reminder of why the Cape Chamber exists and outlines exactly what we’re up to.

One of the top goals of parenting is to teach your children how to be successful, happy adults. Since making smart financial choices is so critical to a successful adulthood, it’s important to start teaching your child about healthy spending and saving habits early.

What do we hear frequently from our existing employers about job applicants? From businesses to schools, churches to parents, charities to civic organizations, there is much discussion about the lack of soft skills, or essential skills, in the world today.

SoutheastHEALTH has enlarged and upgraded an operating suite to handle the most complex heart and blood vessel problems. This hybrid operating suite is designed for multispecialty use that can include cardiac, interventional radiology, orthopedic and neurosurgery procedures. It also can accommodate both traditional open heart procedures and advanced, minimally invasive endovascular procedures...

BY JAY WOLZ The impact Procter & Gamble has had on Cape Girardeau and the surrounding region over the past 50 years is virtually impossible to calculate. Since opening its first production line here in 1969, P&G has added hundreds of millions of dollars to the local economy through its payroll. ...

June 2004 was a big month in the life of Blake DeWitt. The Sikeston, Missouri, native had a strong reputation on the baseball diamond with a sweet left-handed swing. An all-around star athlete, he loved baseball. And on that June day, DeWitt went from small-town ballplayer to first-round draft pick of the Los Angeles Dodgers...

An estimated 50,000 people in the United States undergo open-heart surgery each year for the treatment of a leaking mitral valve. However, this major surgery is not an option when patients are too old or have other medical complications. At SoutheastHEALTH, cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons now are collaborating on a minimally invasive procedure that can repair the mitral valve in these previously untreatable patients...

Are you looking for new ways to market your business? The Cape Chamber offers tons of opportunities to connect with local business owners, entrepreneurs and thought leaders in your community.

She was 18. A worn Samsonite suitcase purchased from an American GI in hand, Supapon Saysanan (now Su Hill) left Thailand to attend Memphis State (now the University of Memphis) and find her way. Her mother was raised in the household of Thailand's King Rama IV and her father was a self-made man...

SoutheastHEALTH has opened a new, patient-centered Heart and Vascular Pavilion at Southeast Hospital. The new unit, located on the hospital's fifth floor, has been under construction since July of 2018. Nurse manager Jennifer Kiplinger, BSN, RN, OaCN, says the unit has 14 spacious private rooms, each with upscale private baths that include walk-in showers with decorative tile accents. ...

For these three Southeast Missouri businessmen, fashion is about more than looking good at the office; it's about creating a brand for themselves, an association with a particular signature item that shows their personality not only while they're at work, but also while they're out and about in the community. Here, they share the purpose behind their iconic looks...

I've heard grumbling lately about the new fluorescent "State Law: Yield to Pedestrians Within Crosswalk" signs that Cape Girardeau has installed smack dab in the middle of Broadway. Oh, how the worm has turned! I remember the city's "War on Signs" in 2006. The city fathers started aggressively enforcing the municipal sign ordinance, enraging business owners who faced the prospect of removing or redesigning their advertising signage. One business owner even went to jail over the matter...

Julia Jones, Parks and Recreation director for the City of Cape Girardeau, began riding horses when she was 4 years old. In the 1990s, she began showing her horse in hunter/jumper and dressage styles. For the past five years, she has trained and shown quarter horses in the Western disciplines of showmanship, hunt seat, pleasure, horsemanship, trail/pattern and obstacle classes. ...

Paul Koeper is one of the three commissioners for Cape Girardeau County, and he’s happy to talk about county roads, the construction of a new courthouse and state prisoner reimbursement rates. But you want to see his eyes sparkle, ask him about bees. ...

Ray Dalio's book, "Principles," is about decision making and its impact on personal and professional growth. We often go through life as a passive recipient of what is going on in the world instead of designing the world -- our job, relationships and life -- for the purpose we want it to have. ...

A bicentennial book is being compiled to coincide with the 200th anniversary of the founding of Perry County. The book will contain a history of the county from 1921 to 2021, alongside the histories of businesses, schools, churches, cemeteries, civic/social/fraternal organizations, historic sites and farms that have had a lasting impact in the county. ...

McDonald Concrete, Inc. has been a staple of Cape Girardeau construction since 1946. The ready-mix company is a family business, locally owned and operated for four generations and renowned for their dependability and the quality of the concrete they deliver. From backyard DIYs to homes, streets and bridges, McDonald Concrete can supply all projects...

Checking just got more rewarding with the new Montgomery eGold and Cash Back checking accounts at Montgomery Bank. With the new Montgomery eGold Checking account, customers who have their home loan, a home equity line of credit or commercial loan with the bank can earn 3.01% APY on their balances up to $15,000...

Are you living in pain, struggling with an injury, or suffering after surgery? At Mid America Rehab, there are natural treatments available to you that help people with all types of conditions. These clinics offer services including physical and sports therapy, hand therapy, orthopedics and pediatrics...

When it comes to supporting the Cape Girardeau Public Schools, no one does it better than you! Through funds received at various events including the annual Penguin Party, Legacy giving, donor-specific designation and careful management, the Cape Girardeau Public Schools Foundation awarded $250,000 to district schools last year. The funds supported diverse learning opportunities throughout the district, including Air Force JROTC, Honorable Young Men Club, Tiger Lilies and Care to Learn...

When it comes to planning an event, the experts at Rental Land have the advice you need. "We are here to help take the stress out of planning that event," says manager Amy Kasten-Yates. She gives these five tips: 1. Know the venue's size and rules, and whether seating, tables and sound or PA systems are provided. Also be familiar with your set up/take down time schedule...

The Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to introduce our new logo featuring the silhouette of our Chamber building, as well as our new website, designed by Element 74. Our new website gives members the opportunity to create their own profile, allowing viewers to learn more about their business. Viewers will also be able to read about our upcoming programs and events, with the capability to purchase tickets to events. Check out these new features at...

This year marks Alliance Bank's 22nd year in business. We pride ourselves on being Cape County's only community-owned, locally headquartered bank. We have approximately 100 shareholders, the majority of whom live in Southeast Missouri, and specifically in Cape Girardeau and Scott counties. ...

More than 50 years ago, Robert (Bob) Davis, president and CEO, started Jackson Machine & Manufacturing in his garage as a tool and die design business, working with one other part-time employee. In 1999, he moved the business to a facility in Jackson and hired two full-time employees. Just six months later, they had grown to a staff of 30...

Kasten has been focused on building family memories since 1895. From brick and stone for a new home, a fireplace or stove to keep your family warm over the winter, or creating a summer backyard getaway with a pool, hot tub and landscaping, Kasten can help create something beautiful that will last for generations...

Saint Francis Healthcare System now offers transcatheter mitral valve repair (TMVR) with the MitraClip procedure for those experiencing mitral regurgitation (MR). The Structural Heart Team of Saint Francis Healthcare System performed its first MitraClip procedure this week...

Ramsey Branch Subdivision is the first 55-plus active adult community in the Cape Girardeau area, allowing residents to live amongst their peers. This concept, although new to this area, has grown in popularity throughout the country over the past several years...

HD Media Systems was founded in Cape Girardeau in 2006 by Scott Starzinger and Drew Balsman. Over the past 13 years, HD Media Systems has expanded their business with the purchase of Stereo One in Cape and the addition of their newest location in St. Louis...

Are you looking for a local, efficient and easy-to-use solution for processing credit and debit cards at your business? Consider setting up your merchant services with First State Community Bank. First State Community Bank offers a variety of payment solutions, including point-of-sale terminals; Internet, mail or telephone payment acceptance; gift cards; check processing and mobile acceptance...

Downtown is the heart and soul of Cape Girardeau and home to hundreds of unique restaurants, boutiques, museums and more. Over the past several years, our rich history, historic buildings and heritage have been beautifully coupled with innovative technology and modern amenities, allowing start-ups and mom-and-pop businesses the perfect environment to grow and thrive...

Dutch Enterprises, a local plumbing, heating and air conditioning company since 1962, was recently awarded the 2019 President's Award from Carrier, recognizing the company as an outstanding dealer in the heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) industry. Chris Janet, director of sales, accepted the award in Huntington Beach, California...

Founded in 1972 as a group of local Lutheran churches’ response to the need for senior care in the area, the Lutheran Home still carries out this mission more than 45 years later. On approximately 37 acres within Cape city limits, the home is one of the most well-established, largest not-for-profit facilities offering skilled care at an affordable price in the Southeast Missouri region. ...

The best defense is a good offense; the best way to keep bugs away is prevention. Advanced Pest Control, established in 1980, can offer protection for your home with a quarterly treatment that takes care of all general bugs. They also offer effective treatments for mosquitoes, flies, bed bugs, brown recluse spiders and termites -- treatments that are bad for bugs and safe for humans and pets. ...

Phillip B. Smith Architect LLC is celebrating 20 years of architectural design service to Cape Girardeau, Jackson, Sikeston and the Southeast Missouri area. We focus on being a local architectural firm with diverse experience in both large and small projects. ...

The mission of the Cape Girardeau Area MAGNET is to foster a strong economic environment resulting in the retention, expansion, creation and attraction of jobs and new investment in the area. The MAGNET serves as the lead organization for area economic development efforts. The organization was established in 1992 as a 501(c)3 not for profit organization...

Gary Stevens and his wife, Debbie, look out onto the shores of Lake of Egypt and count their blessings. “I don’t take anything for granted now,” Gary said. “You appreciate everything and everyone after what we’ve been through.” Gary is a walking “miracle man,” according to many cardiovascular staff at SoutheastHEALTH. The 66-year-old is recovering from major heart surgery after unknowingly suffering a heart attack almost two years...

Sports teach us important lessons. Teamwork, competition and discipline -- all things employers look for in new hires. Does this mean all college athletes make a good hire? No. But athletic director Brady Barke and his team at Southeast Missouri State University have put programs in place to give athletes the best chance to succeed, both during their college career and after they graduate...

Notre Dame Regional High School provides numerous ways for students to be formed by the school's motto: "Enter to Learn, Leave to Serve." The high school is proud to be a STREAM school -- as identified by the National Catholic Education Association -- providing a challenging science, technology, math and arts curriculum through the lens of faith. This designation exemplifies a commitment to teaching both Catholic Church doctrine and living a life representative of Church values...

Google is partnering with the Local Media Association and FTI Consulting in seeking to help chart a future path for local journalism. It selected the Southeast Missourian among 10 newspapers to partner with on the endeavor. Most newspapers involved in the study are large metro newspapers; the Southeast Missourian is the smallest newspaper in the group...

Did you know a venue to hold gatherings large or small does not have to be expensive? No matter if it is a small office meeting, a place to hold off-site interviews, a large group conference or personal events like birthdays, anniversaries, family reunions or wedding receptions, consider the Miner Convention Center as the venue for your next event...

Plaza Tire Service started with a tire changer mounted on the sidewalk outside Plaza Car Wash on Williams Street in Cape Girardeau in 1963, when city codes wouldn't allow the tire changer to be kept there. Founder Vernon 'Pee Wee' Rhodes decided his best opportunity was with tires and converted the car wash to a tire store over a weekend. Today, the family-owned business has grown to include 65 locations in Missouri, southern Illinois, western Kentucky and northeastern Arkansas...

Do you feel you've reached your leadership lid, or do you recognize room for growth? Are you ready to take your leadership to the next level? Excellent! Right here in your own community, Adrienne Ross is qualified to facilitate that step. Ross is a John Maxwell-certified speaker, trainer and coach. Maxwell is the number one leadership expert in the world, and as a member of...

For younger workers, the idea of "conspicuous consumption" is out. It's been replaced by "pretentious production:" going out of the way to showcase their work habits. Social standing isn't about bling anymore. It's about how much you've contributed to the gross domestic product...

Reppert's Office Supplies and Furniture, founded in Anna, Illinois, in 1969, is celebrating 50 years in business, a milestone founded upon reliability, consistency and focusing on customers' needs. "Our employees are our greatest asset, and the Reppert's reputation is fundamental to our strength," says founder Jerry L. Reppert...

Terri Penrod, executive/broker at Realty Executives, believes real estate is more than selling and buying homes; it's about making a lasting difference in people's lives, which she and her company do by staying connected with their buyers after the closing...

The book "Reality-Based Leadership" by Cy Wakeman helped me recognize for years I had been over-managing and under-leading. What do I mean by that? When colleagues would come to me with their imperfect circumstances -- they were short-staffed or they were struggling with broken equipment, a disagreement with a co-worker, unfair compensation practices and the like -- I would immediately go into firefighting mode, systematically extinguishing each smoldering issue. ...

Nestled in Jackson is a business 40 years and three generations in the making. Strickland Engineering began in 1979, when Thomas Strickland recognized the demand for consulting engineering in Southeast Missouri. Mark and Brian Strickland, Tom's sons, have spent most of their engineering careers at the company...

Riverside Roofing is the leader in commercial and industrial roofing experience, providing high-quality, long-lasting roofing systems across the Southeast Missouri region. The company, with combined team experience of 173 years, has completed many local projects, including the Sugar Fire, Kay Jewelers, Great Clips and Saint Francis Medical Healing Arts building in Cape Girardeau; Harbor Freight in Cape Girardeau; Scott City School; Kennett Junior High School; Marquand-Zion School and Alliance Bank in Jackson.. ...

Look around your office. Now, depending on your industry -- and frankly, your position on the proverbial ladder -- the office you see could look quite a few different ways. Is your nearest wall a wall or a cubicle divider? Are there no walls at all? Can you hear the person nearest you? Do you really love "collaborative proximity," or is the truth that you'd probably get more done if people would just leave you alone to focus?...

1. We begin every day in God's word through chapel or student-led small group devotion. 2. Crusaders are required to complete 60 community service hours prior to graduation. 3. Crusaders, on average, earn more than $30,000 in scholarships to attend colleges and universities around the country...

With First Missouri State Bank, you can apply for a mortgage from the comfort of your couch, from a coffee shop or even during your child's naptime. Through the new online mortgage application implemented this past year, it's that easy. First Missouri State Bank knows technology is just one piece of banking, however; when it comes to high-touch service, the bank also ensures customers have friendly, knowledgeable and helpful associates to assist face-to-face in the loan process. ...

Founded in 1983 by Richard Cuba, Cuba Financial Group has become a nationally-recognized financial planning and wealth management firm. What was once a small business operated out of his family home 35 years ago has grown to include six team members that manage more than nine figures in client assets across more than a dozen states...

Like any up-and-comer, like you, like all of us, I fantasize about working at Google. Facebook might be great, too. So might any architect's office, if every single photo in "AD" can be trusted. Speaking at least about the tech companies, their campuses are sprawling utopias for those with $6,000 leases and fixed-gear bicycles. They look like all the best images from Pinterest were printed out and then conjured into three dimensions by some Stanford-educated magician...

At CPU, staying progressive and adaptive to market needs is built into our nature. For more than 40 years, we've focused on building trust with clients and providing the best products and services. We've remained at the forefront of technology as business needs continue to grow and evolve...

Crystal Gosche, staff member at Alpha 3 Medical Equipment, a medical equipment supply store located in Cape Girardeau, achieved certification as a fitter for mastectomy prosthetics. With Gosche's certification, Alpha 3 is one of the only facilities in the region to have two certified fitters on staff...

It's true: the U.S. Navy Blue Angels® are coming to Cape Girardeau again for the first time in nearly a decade. The 16-member volunteer team of top-notch veteran aviators and a host of additional support members will perform at the 2019 Regional Air Festival, May 18-19, at the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport...

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Southeast Missouri State University's Economic and Business Engagement Center was recently honored with the "Center Most Innovative Award" from the University of Missouri Extension Business Development Program (BDP). One aspect of the center's innovation is the implementation of GrowthWheel, a tool developed by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs, designed to help businesses prioritize...

As president of MRV Banks Cape Girardeau Market, Robbie Guard doesn't just live and work in this community, he is actively involved in its success. Guard serves as an elected Cape Girardeau City Council member and is involved in several other boards and organizations, including Cape Girardeau Area MAGNET, the Missouri Bankers Association Political Strikeforce Team, the Cape Chamber and Lions Clubs International...

Shopping, tastings, demonstrations, classes and DIY workshops are just some of the fun in store for women who attend the flourish Ladies Night Out on Thursday, May 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Osage Centre in Cape Girardeau. Hosted by flourish Women's Magazine, this one-night-only event will feature a vendor market of local artisans, retailers, small businesses and organizations, main stage demonstrations and entertainment, and scheduled workshops and classes...

In December 2017, the Cape Girardeau Regional Airport brought you direct flights to Chicago for the first time, flying more than 8,800 passengers on these new flights. This year, the airport brings you a third roundtrip flight daily Monday through Friday, with two roundtrips on weekends. The added flights began in January 2019...

Dr. Jim Dufek, professor of mass media at Southeast Missouri State University, was recently honored with the Silver Medal Award by the Cape Girardeau Chapter of the American Advertising Federation (AAF). According to the AAF website, the honor was established in 1959 "to recognize men and women who have made outstanding contributions to advertising and who have been active in furthering the industry's standards, creative excellence and responsibility in areas of social concern."...

We all know: in 2013, the cast and crew of "Gone Girl" graced the streets, bars and riverfront of Cape Girardeau for six weeks. Here in Cape Girardeau, the film's economic impact looked like this: 116 Missourians employed. More than 7,000 hotel room nights. More than $7 million contributed to the local economy, prior to the film's opening...

LaCroix Health Center, LLC offers full-body chiropractic care at affordable cash pricing. In addition, Dr. Scott B. Smith, chiropractic physician with 22 years of industry experience, is a certified medical examiner for same-day DOT examinations. He also offers services for pre-employment functional testing and drug and alcohol on-site testing...

Staying in business for more than 127 years is hard. Really hard. But, thanks to our great customers in the communities we serve and our entire team, we've grown from one bank known as The Bank of Perryville to more than 30 locations across Missouri...

When Carly Bowles, CPA at SEMO CPA Company, was in college, her mentor pushed her to do more than she ever thought she could, despite her own reservations. She credits this mentor/mentee relationship with helping her achieve her dream of becoming a CPA, which she now lives on a day-to-day basis...

When I was seven years old, my mom took my comic books away. The last straw was my friend John Lohr and I putting on capes and jumping from the top of the refrigerator across the room to the kitchen sink. Lord knows how neither of us broke a leg. The shenanigans weren't done, however. We had a hallway in the house that was just narrow enough for my younger brother and I to climb to the top of the 10-foot ceiling, wedged between the two walls,...

For Kevin Fles, Financial Advisor at Montgomery Bank, financial advising is all about a personal connection and building relationships with his clients. From advising them on how to invest their money to learning about their family, Kevin views each client individually...

You might have read organizational consultant, author and speaker Simon Sinek's books or listened to his speech about "the why," defined as the purpose or core belief that motivates someone to do something. For insurance professional Marc Harris, "the why" is helping guys become the husbands, fathers and leaders they were meant to be. ...

Vital to the culture of a community are its not-for-profits and charities. These organizations help lift up the needy, provide support to the afflicted, commemorate the past, elevate well-being, brighten the mundane, open new possibilities and entertain. Much of their work relies on volunteers and outside financial help. And businesses, through providing volunteers, donations, sponsorships, strategic assistance and more, help these organizations and the communities they serve, thrive...

Practicing theater basics and putting on a performance. Learning the fundamentals of baseball while playing on Notre Dame’s high school field. Making tie dye shirts, programming robots, scoring stream-bed life in a creek. These are just a few of the possibilities for your child this summer at Notre Dame Regional High School’s summer camps...

Good cause marketing requires you to keep it simple, be authentic and engage with your customer. More for-profit companies in Southeast Missouri are marketing their business or product to benefit a nonprofit charity in support of a social cause. Few get it right. Here are key components among those who do:...

For better or worse, smartphones are the tools of choice, and the technology is ubiquitous with personal and professional responsibilities. Here are three apps to consider: Work in a collaborative space? Or maybe you're part of a thought-leadership group with counterparts around the country. Slack keeps the conversation going, tracks who says what and streamlines the sharing process without having dozens (or more) individual conversations...

As a lifelong learner of leadership, I was not disappointed when one of my police officers gifted me with "Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy Seals Lead and Win," written by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. Willink and Babin are former Navy Seals who honed their leadership skills on the streets of Ramadi during the Iraq War and now bring the lessons they learned to the business world...

Having a mentor in the business world can help young professionals navigate new situations, make connections within the community and have a sounding board for their ideas and questions. Being a mentor has its benefits, too: it's a chance to pass on the skills and lessons you've gained throughout your career and look at topics with fresh perspective, while helping a young professional better the community through their own gifts and skills...

Recruiters Websites, a local web design and development company, named Matt McKenzie its web design and experience manager. The company has also expanded its marketing services with the addition of Emily Blattel, marketing manager, and Sarah Shanahan, social media coordinator. ...

Giving students one-on-one encouragement as they learn to read through the Read to Succeed program. Providing a food pantry and tutoring program at the middle school. Funding an after-school bus at the junior high so students can stay after school to participate in extracurricular activities that can help keep them engaged in school. ...