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B&B Media Announces New Leadership Addition and Launches the New City of Cape Girardeau Website

B&B Media has announced two major milestones: adding Co-Founder and Operations Manager Callie Bollinger to its leadership team and launching the newly redesigned, modern, and accessibility-focused City of Cape Girardeau website. The company also celebrates continued growth, now serving more than 200 clients nationwide and expanding its ADA-compliant web development services.

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AEO vs. SEO: How to Win at Zero-Click Searches in 2025

Table of Contents The way people search is evolving. Instead of clicking through to a website, many users now find answers directly in Google’s search results. How? The answer is zero-click searches, voice search optimization, and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO SEO). So, how do you rank in Google’s Local Pack, “People Also Ask” results, Featured

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Why Small Businesses Can’t Ignore Local SEO

Table of Contents When it comes to local search engine optimization, there’s a hot debate: Is SEO worth it for local, service-based businesses? I hear it all the time—“Why spend time and money on organic SEO and content creation when my business only serves a 50-mile radius?” It’s a fair question. After all, what good

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10 Essential Steps to Get Your Website Ready for the New Year

Table of Contents As the new year kicks off, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your website and ensure it’s up to speed. A well-maintained website doesn’t just look good; it performs better, ranks higher in search engines, and creates a better experience for your visitors. At B&B Media, we specialize in making

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Why WordPress is the Best Content Management System (CMS) in 2025

Table of Contents When it comes to building a website, choosing the best content management system (CMS) is crucial. Your CMS is the foundation of your site, affecting everything from design flexibility to SEO and long-term scalability. But with so many options available, how do you decide? One name stands above the rest: WordPress. In

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The Backlink Breakdown: Boost Your SEO with Quality Backlinks

Table of Contents When it comes to websites, most business owners and organizations wonder how to show up better in Google. It’s a common question, and the answers often involve technical aspects like site load times, on-page optimization, domain authority, and mobile responsiveness. These are all essential factors, but there’s another piece of the puzzle

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Mastering Website Maintenance: Crucial Steps to Ensure Your WordPress Site Thrives

Table of Contents Website maintenance is crucial for ensuring your WordPress site remains secure, performs well, and continues to meet your business goals. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through a checklist of essential tasks to keep your website in top shape. Why Website Maintenance Matters Regular website maintenance is like servicing your car

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B&B Media Expands Footprint with Acquisition of 12 Clients from Connect Digital Marketing

Cape Girardeau, MO, September 1, 2023 – B&B Media, a leading website development company, is pleased to announce the acquisition of 12 WordPress website clients from Connect Digital Marketing. This acquisition, finalized on September 1, 2023, marks B&B Media’s third successful client acquisition and continues to bolster its presence in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. DSW Signs,

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The Unsung Hero of Online Success: Why Regular Website Maintenance Matters

Table of Contents In the bustling world of the internet, where trends change faster than you can refresh your browser, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of launching a new website and forget about what comes after: regular maintenance.  While the allure of cutting-edge design and innovative features is undeniable, the true

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Top 10 Web Design Trends for a Modern Website in 2023

If there’s one thing we know about the web, it’s that it never stands still. Every scroll, every click, every delightful surprise on a webpage is born out of a careful blend of creativity, technology, and a keen understanding of user behavior. And, just as fashion has its runway trends, we in the digital domain

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Understanding the Basics of Website Security

Table of Contents In today’s digital age, websites have become an integral part of businesses, organizations, and individuals alike. As we rely heavily on the internet for various activities, ensuring the security of our websites has never been more critical. Website security involves protecting data, sensitive information, and users’ privacy from cyber threats and attacks.

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Need for Speed: How to Optimize Website Loading Time

Table of Contents In today’s fast-paced digital world, website loading speed is a critical factor in determining a site’s success. Users expect instant access to information, and slow-loading websites can lead to frustration, increased bounce rates, and a negative impact on search engine rankings. In this blog, we will explore various tips and techniques to

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B&B Media Acquires 22 Clients from Fresh Baked Websites, Expands WordPress Services

B&B Media, a Cape Girardeau-based web development company, expands by acquiring 22 WordPress clients from Fresh Baked Websites. Cape Girardeau, MO, January 21, 2022 – Austin Bollinger, founder of B&B Media, announced today the acquisition of 22 WordPress website clients from Fresh Baked Websites, previously managed by Andrew Schmid. This strategic acquisition marks a significant

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