US Business
BuzzFeed Nears Deal to Go Public Via SPAC
The company hopes scale will make it easier to compete for ad dollars with Google, Facebook and Amazon.
Month: June 2021
Energy & Environment
Region M Executive Board Awarded Over $500k in Grant Funding to Local Community Recycling and Waste Reduction Programs
(Joplin, MO) – Beginning July 1, 2021, 17 new grant projects will begin with a focus on waste reduction, material recovery, and recycling. A total of $559,520 was awarded in several communities in southwest Missouri. Projects […]
US Business
Inside Comcast’s Plan to Become a Streaming Giant
The broadband and cable company, which owns NBCUniversal, sticks with its marriage of content and delivery, though AT&T has reversed course. Another question facing CEO Brian Roberts is whether to build or buy to reach the company’s goal.
Government
Fire Department Reminds Citizens on Fireworks Guidelines and Safety Tips
As Independence Day approaches, citizens need to keep safety in mind as they handle fireworks to avoid any problems. To provide a safer environment for families, neighbors, and visitors to our community the City of […]
Entertainment
Joplin Parks and Recreation Partners with MSSU for Independence Celebration
In consideration of the Missouri Southern State University’s COVID-19 Operation Plan, the City of Joplin and Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) have modified the 2021 Independence Day Celebration to a fireworks-only show. The fireworks will be […]
Government
City of Joplin Launches Webpage Focusing on City’s Vision Starting with Parks/Stormwater Sales Tax Renewal
(Joplin, MO) – On August 3, 2021, Joplin citizens will vote on the question of renewing a ¼ -cent sales tax for parks projects and stormwater improvements. The question is titled “Proposition Renewal” because voters originally passed this ten-year […]
US Business
Amazon, Others Race to Buy Up Renewable Energy
The race to secure electricity deals for power-hungry data centers has tech companies reshaping the renewable-energy market and grappling with a new challenge: how to ensure their investments actually reduce emissions.
US Business
FDA Approved Alzheimer’s Drug Despite Some Staff Concerns
Statisticians at the Food and Drug Administration said there wasn’t enough evidence to approve the drug from Biogen, and the agency’s decision to approve the drug has sparked criticism.
US Business
Amazon’s Planned Purchase of MGM Faces FTC Scrutiny
The antitrust review of the acquisition comes as Lina Khan, a frequent critic of the online giant, takes the helm at the commission.
Education
Wellness Grants Awarded to Missouri Southern State University
(Joplin, MO) – Grant funding has been awarded to the Lion Co-op Food and Personal Hygiene Pantry, as well as to Missouri Southern State University’s (MSSU) Wellness program. The $10,642 grant awarded to the co-op […]