Branson
- The Hilton Branson Convention Center completed extensive renovations in September 2012 after a tornado that caused significant damage to the property.
- Southwest Airlines began direct flights into Branson Airport in March.
Joplin
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Joplin opened in August 2012 with 97 suites and the 735-square-foot Spirit of Joplin conference room.
Springfield
- The History Museum on the Square recently moved to a new location on Park Central Square in downtown Springfield. The new space is being expanded and renovated.
- Ramada Oasis Convention Center completed renovations and an expansion in 2012.
- The Fieldhouse Sportscenter, a basketball and volleyball facility with four meeting and party rooms, opened in May.
- Pythian Castle, which has a calendar of cabaret and other events and is available for private rental, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.