US Business
TikTok Download Ban Is Blocked by Second Judge
The preliminary injunction stops the Commerce Department from implementing restrictions that would have essentially banned the app in the U.S.
Year: 2020
US Business
Uber Sells Self-Driving-Car Unit to Autonomous-Driving Startup
As part of the deal for the unit, known as Advanced Technologies Group, or ATG, Uber will make a $400 million cash investment in Aurora Innovation.
US Business
MSNBC Names Rashida Jones President, Succeeding Phil Griffin
The cable executive is taking over from the news network’s 25-year chief, in a move that makes her one of the most prominent Black women in the industry.
US Business
Toll Brothers’ Home Sales Rise as Buyers Seek More Space
Low borrowing costs and Americans’ shifting living preferences during the pandemic have contributed to the luxury home builder’s sales growth.
Education
Crowder College to Host Virtual Showing of A Christmas Carol
(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College’s Theatre Department is hosting a virtual presentation of A Christmas Carol, which will be available to view between December 14–26. This dramatic interpretation of the Christmas classic will be performed […]
Events
Missouri Office of Workforce Development Hosting Virtual Healthcare Industry Job Fair
(Joplin, MO) – On Tuesday, December 22, the Missouri Office of Workforce Development (OWD) will host a Return Strong Virtual Job Fair in partnership with the Missouri Hospital Association. This fair will specifically seek job […]
Education
Crowder College Roughrider eNews – December 7
(Neosho, MO) – Stay up to date on news from Crowder College and know what’s happening on and off campus: Academics Spring 2021 enrollment is open. If you have not contacted your advisor to re-enroll, contact them today! […]
US Business
From Pilot to Truck Driver—Airline Careers Grounded by Pandemic
The aviation industry’s most prestigious and lucrative career path is no longer a sure thing.
Economic Development
MOKAN Partnership Announces Work Ready Community Certification for Jasper County, Missouri
(Joplin, MO) – The MOKAN Partnership coordinated regional economic development agencies and business and community leaders to introduce a proclamation by the City of Joplin recognizing Jasper County as the latest regional partner in the […]
COVID-19
Precious Moments Provides Comfort Gifts for Freeman’s COVID-19 Patients
(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System’s COVID-19 unit patients are getting Hope Puppies and Faith Bunnies thanks to a donation of 70 stuffed animals from Precious Moments. The 60 Hope stuffed puppies are for patients […]