Economic challenges will test the resilience of anchor institutions in college towns. 

Alumni are among the most generous donors to the university.

The return on investment for an MU degree depends on which college or school bestowed the degree.

While the additions don't replace what rural hospitals once provided, they can pave the way for more jobs.

Deep Sleep Brewing Co. in Washington, Missouri, creates craft beers sold in and around the area.

Thompson Farm Soups makes 14 dry dip mixes, including roasted garlic, loaded baked potato and dill, plus 23 soup mix flavors.

The company sells a range of collections, including one for each season and a line of military-inspired scents.

Heartfelt Alpaca Creations sells clothing, blankets, hot pads, dryer balls, coasters, neck cozies, fertilizer and shoe insoles.

Chocolate Chocolate Chocolate takes pride high-quality ingredients, a level of fun and family traditions.

A self-proclaimed one-woman show, she now turns out 20,000 bars a year in a home studio and has 5,000 regular customers.

Dog beer, dog biscuits, iced cookies for dogs, dog gear, branded clothing, coffee, koozies and other accessories.

In scrimshaw, multiple layers of cracks are etched into bone before ink is rubbed into the cracks to create an image.

Local Pig sells pork,beef, free-range chicken, lamb, rabbit, cured bacon and sausage, local wine, cheese and more.

Röbller Vineyard prides itself on holding fast to the European tradition of wine production.

Black Bear Cider is rooted in Missouri's rich apple history, growing, harvesting, pressing and fermenting its apples in-state.

The coffee shop sells coffee and espresso, as well as signature lattes and other drink favorites.

Honeysuckle Acres is a business based in Hickory Hill that specializes in creative variations of honey. 

The distillery produces vodka, gin, bourbon and rye whiskey with outlets throughout the St. Louis area.

Pat McCarty creates a variety of metal pieces, ranging from the ironwork on wooden chests to metal cutlery and kitchenware. 

Sisters Casey and Sloane Simmons operate their business with a people-first mentality.

The wine earned the title of Top 10 Best Winery in Mid-Missouri in 2017.

All of the products begin with dates and become sauces, paste, spreads and, in the  latest endeavor — fruitcake.

On Saturdays, customers will find a home-cooked meal with smoked pork chops, brisket, a couple of sides and homemade dessert.

ach of her soaps has a different benefit for the skin, and some of the soaps she creates are made with a specific purpose.

Pammy Whammy Sauces is a new hot sauce company that prides itself on finding the perfect balance of sweet and spicy.

Preparing for customers starts early, very early. Here's a rundown.

Weaver' Country Market is a staple of the Mennonite community and Amish culture in mid-Missouri.