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Air Travel Is Showing Signs of Renewed Demand

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Air Travel Is Showing Signs of Renewed Demand
While federal health officials still advise against travel, passenger volumes are picking up as U.S. airline executives voice optimism about a rebound.

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Rogers, Shaw to Combine in $16 Billion Deal

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Rogers, Shaw to Combine in $16 Billion Deal
The Canadian communications companies seek to invest in Canada’s rollout of fifth-generation wireless service.

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Germany, France, Italy Suspend Use of AstraZeneca’s Covid-19 Vaccine

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Germany, France, Italy Suspend Use of AstraZeneca’s Covid-19 Vaccine
The countries joined some smaller European nations that have temporarily stopped giving the vaccine amid a small number of cases of blood clotting. Health regulators and AstraZeneca said there is no known connection between severe clotting and the shot.

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A Closer Look at the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

On March 6, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was approved by the Senate. This new $1.9 trillion bill will affect businesses in several ways, including changes to employee retention credits, paid leave credits, […]

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Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri Needs Your Support on Give Ozarks Day, March 24

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Catholic Charities of Southern Missouri (CCSOMO) is participating in Give Ozarks Day: Rally for Recovery, a regionwide online giving day presented by the Community Foundation of the Ozarks and Bass Pro Shops on Wednesday, March […]

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The Pandemic Ignited a Housing Boom—but It’s Different From the Last One

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Pandemic Ignited a Housing Boom—but It’s Different From the Last One
Residential home sales are hitting peaks last seen in 2006, just before the bubble burst, but this time mortgages are stricter, down payments are higher, and a tight supply is supporting prices.

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Elon Musk Gets New Title of ‘Technoking of Tesla’

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Elon Musk Gets New Title of ‘Technoking of Tesla’
The chief executive will retain his role while changing his title at the electric vehicle maker.

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Observing National Developmental Disability Month

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Connections Abilities Resources and the Developmental Disability Resource Board of Jasper County believe that all people have the right to live, work, play, and pursue their dreams. By recognizing every person has unique abilities and […]

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Beijing Asks Alibaba to Shed Its Media Assets

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Beijing Asks Alibaba to Shed Its Media Assets
China’s government has asked Alibaba Group to dispose of its media assets, as officials grow more concerned about the technology giant’s sway over public opinion in the country.

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Blackstone, Starwood Capital Team Up in $6 Billion Extended Stay Deal

March 15, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Blackstone, Starwood Capital Team Up in $6 Billion Extended Stay Deal
The two investment firms have agreed to acquire Extended Stay America for $6 billion, a bet that a rare bright spot for the lodging industry during Covid-19 can shine brighter as the U.S. emerges from the pandemic.

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  • Life-Size Gingerbread House to Debut at Downstream Casino Resort
  • City of Joplin Developing Plans for Public Transportation, Seeking Feedback from Employers by December 12
  • Joplin History & Mineral Museum to Host Several Contests, Christmas Open House on December 13
  • Stronghold Data to Host Voices of the Industry: A Dual Panel Lunch & Learn on December 18
  • Freeman Health System Announces Winners of 55th Annual Joplin Christmas Parade
  • Equinor Makes North Sea Gas Discoveries
  • Warner Bros. Discovery and Netflix Enter Exclusive Deal Negotiations
  • Two Types of Shoppers Are Powering Holiday Spending: The Wealthy and Deal-Hunters
  • Top Apple Executives to Leave, Adding to Recent Departures
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