Briar
Briar, MO · Business
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Former Kmart site has two major prospects, retail and medical tenants in discussions
PADUCAH — Donnie McKinney, commercial real estate for the former Kmart property in Lone Oak, shared an update on the status of the lot with WPSD Local 6. McKinney said while he can not divulge the names of the companies, two “major tenants” are in negotiations for the property, located at 2440 Lone Oak Road.
wsiu.org
Deb Barnett to transition from SI Now to a leadership role at SIH
Southern Illinois Now is congratulating its founding executive director, “Deb” Barnett, on her appointment as Vice President of Community Affairs and Chief Development Officer at Southern Illinois Healthcare. Barnett will continue supporting SI Now in an advisory role to maintain continuity in the organization’s regional economic development work.
kbsi23.com
Ameren working to restore power to 2,700 customers in Cape Girardeau area
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI) — Ameren Missouri crews are working to restore power to about 2,700 customers in the Cape Girardeau area following recent storms. Ameren said crews have restored service to about 20,000 customers across Missouri, including approximately 7,500 customers in Southeast Missouri. About 600 resources have been...
billboardinsider.com
Company of the Day: Robinson Outdoor
Headquarters: 50 Robinson Industrial Dr., Perryville, MO 63775. In 1989, founder and CEO Ed Robinson started his first billboard company, Robinson Displays. After over 15 years of success, he sold his business to Lamar Advertising and focused his efforts elsewhere. In 2019, Robinson saw an opportunity in the digital billboard industry to help small- to medium-sized businesses utilize their ad dollars in the most effective and efficient way. after recognizing how well billboards worked for his other business ventures. In February 2026 Robinson acquired 7 digital faces and 11 static faces in southern Tennessee and north-west Georgia from Mashburn Outdoor.
jacksongov.org
Property tax payment services restored for Lee's Summit residents
Jackson County and the city of Lee’s Summit have signed an agreement that restores an important service for the city’s residents. For several years, Lee's Summit residents have needed to go to the Jackson County Courthouse to pay their property taxes because the service was no longer available at City Hall.
KFVS12
Power outages linger after evening storms
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (Heartland News) - Strong Wednesday evening storms knocked out electricity to thousands of customers in the Heartland. Here is the number of customers without power as of 11:13 a.m. on Thursday, August 13. Ameren Missouri:. Cape Girardeau County: 2,766 customers. St. Francois County: 312 customers. Ameren Illinois:
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Stix to reopen under new name, new vibe
The building formerly home to Stix on The Strip is reopening under the same ownership with a new name, a new look and a much different atmosphere. Joshua Edwards, who also owns Levels Nightclub and another college bar in Columbus, Ohio, confirmed that he is rebranding the former Carbondale staple as The Park.
bodyshopbusiness.com
ColorVision Acquires Cape Auto Paint and Supply
ColorVision announced that it has acquired Cape Auto Paint and Supply of Cape Girardeau, Mo., which will now operate under the ColorVision brand. Cape Auto Paint and Supply has built a strong reputation for supporting customers throughout Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois. ColorVision is excited for the opportunity to carry that commitment forward, providing the trusted service, products and support customers rely on.
wpsdlocal6.com
H.B. Fuller announces Paducah site closure
PADUCAH, Ky. — H.B. Fuller, an international adhesive manufacturing company, announced on Friday, Aug. 7, that it will be closing its Paducah site by early 2027. A leader with Greater Paducah Economic Development explained how this impacts McCracken County and the bigger picture of keeping businesses in the area.
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H.B. Fuller announces Paducah site closure
PADUCAH, Ky. — H.B. Fuller, an international adhesive manufacturing company, announced on Friday, Aug. 7, that it will be closing its Paducah site by early 2027. A leader with Greater Paducah Economic Development explained how this impacts McCracken County and the bigger picture of keeping businesses in the area.
labortribune.com
Teamsters Locals 688 and 600 members ratify historic contract victory after 83-day strike at Breakthru Beverage
St. Louis — After 83 days on the picket line, Teamsters Local 688 and 600 members at Breakthru Beverage have overwhelmingly ratified a new four-year collective bargaining agreement, bringing an end to one of the region’s longest and most determined Labor disputes in recent memory. The agreement marks...
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Ranken campers restore vintage tractor
Five Ranken “Rust to run” summer camp attendees spent the week fully renovating a 1937 John Deere Model A, acquired from the family of the late Bob Eckenfel, a local farmer. According to Ranken educator Brien Dover, the students had a week to complete the restoration, and that...
KFVS12
‘It’s a necessary evil’: Paducah residents react to multi-billion-dollar data center
PADUCAH, Ky. (Heartland News) - A multi-billion dollar data center backed by multiple investors is drawing mixed reactions from Paducah-area residents, with some welcoming the economic opportunity while others raise concerns about potential rising utility rates, noise and water use. Resident Tony Estes said he views the project as bittersweet.
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KFVS-TV and WSIL-TV Announce Mike Skelton as Director of Sales
Cape Girardeau, MO and Harrisburg, IL — July 29, 2026 — Gray Media stations KFVS12 (CBS/CW/MeTV) and WSIL-TV (ABC) are proud to announce the promotion of Mike Skelton to Director of Sales. In his new role, Skelton will oversee the comprehensive sales strategies, local and national advertising relationships, and digital revenue growth across both dominant broadcast television operations and their associated digital platforms.