Banking & Finance
What a Bank Needs to See in Your Startup Business Plan
Written by Kayla Carter of Arvest Bank – Joplin Most startup businesses will require at least some funding from a bank or other financial institution. As a […]
Month: February 2021
Government
Public Meeting Set for March 11 to Discuss Permit Renewal of Joplin’s Stormwater System
(Joplin, MO) – In accordance with State and Federal regulations, the City of Joplin intends to submit an application for the renewal of its Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit, which is set to […]
Banking & Finance
Simmons Banks Accepting Applications for Round Two of PPP
The paycheck protection program is back with round two to help America’s small businesses that have been affected by the pandemic, and Simmons Bank is now accepting applications. This latest round offers more flexibility and […]
Information Technology & Innovation
Wisper ISP, LLC Adding Satellite Internet to Service Offerings in Arkansas, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma
(Mascoutah, IL) – Wisper ISP, Inc. is a Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP). Wisper Internet has been offering satellite as an alternative to their fixed wireless technology for residents in Illinois since 2015. The Wisper […]
US Business
GameStop Mania Highlights Shift to Dark Trading
On some days, more than half of the shares changing hands in the U.S. are traded outside public stock exchanges.
US Business
Bumble Stock Surges in Trading Debut
The dating app maker’s stock opened at $76 a share, well above its IPO price of $43 to bring its valuation to about $8.6 billion.
US Business
Disney+ Adds 21.2 Million New Subscribers
Disney reported a first-quarter profit, following two quarterly losses in a row, though the pandemic continued to zap results in the company’s movie-distribution and theme-park segments.
US Business
CVS and Walmart Decide Who Gets Leftover Covid-19 Vaccine Doses
The companies say they are determined that no doses will go to waste, and are compiling wait lists and putting their own workers on standby in case extra shots become available.
Government
City Offices Closed, Council Meeting Shifts Due to Presidents’ Day Holiday
(Joplin, MO) – In recognition of Presidents’ Day on Monday, February 15, the City of Joplin’s offices will be closed that day, and the Joplin City Council’s regularly scheduled, third Monday meeting for February will […]
US Business
Biden Administration Working to Address Chip Shortage
The effort, which seeks to address a global chip shortage that is hurting U.S. auto makers and other industries, will look to free up supply-chain choke points and work with producers and trade partners.