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Jobs Report Likely Derails Case for September Fed Taper

September 5, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Jobs Report Likely Derails Case for September Fed Taper
The slowdown in job growth in August is likely to spoil the case for the Federal Reserve to start reversing its easy-money policies at its next policy meeting, but steady hiring could still lead officials to begin reducing their bond purchases later this year.

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Boeing Dreamliner Delivery Likely Delayed Until October

September 4, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Boeing Dreamliner Delivery Likely Delayed Until October
The aerospace giant has been unable to persuade the Federal Aviation Administration to approve its inspection proposal as delivery delays approaching one year could let airlines and other customers cancel or renegotiate Dreamliner orders.

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City announces Michelle Ducre as new Human Resources Director

September 4, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

The City of Joplin has selected Michelle Ducre as its next Human Resources Director, City Manager Nick Edwards announced today. Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Ducre currently serves as Human Resources Director for the City […]

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Chip Shortage Has Spurred Demand for Little-Known Component

September 4, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Chip Shortage Has Spurred Demand for Little-Known Component
The critical but low-margin parts called substrates help semiconductors communicate. Sourcing them has become a priority for companies including Intel.

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Canada Border Reopening Draws Few Americans

September 4, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Canada Border Reopening Draws Few Americans
Fully vaccinated travelers are now allowed to enter Canada but only a fraction of the usual visitors have showed up, disappointing business owners and further weighing on the Canadian economy.

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CHILDREN’SCENTER OF SOUTHWEST MISSOURI EARNS REACCREDITATION FROM NATIONAL CHILDREN’S ALLIANCE

September 4, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Joplin. MO 09/02/2021 – Children’s Center of SWMO has been awarded reaccreditation by National Children’s Alliance following an extensive application and site review process. As the accrediting agency for Children’s Advocacy Centers (CAC) across the […]

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Companies Need More Workers. Why Do They Reject Millions of Résumés?

September 3, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Companies Need More Workers. Why Do They Reject Millions of Résumés?
Automated-hiring systems are excluding many people from job discussions at a time when additional employees are desperately needed.

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Lyft, Uber to Cover Legal Costs of Drivers Sued Under Texas Abortion Law

September 3, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Lyft, Uber to Cover Legal Costs of Drivers Sued Under Texas Abortion Law
Lyft’s CEO said the Texas law that bars abortion after about six weeks of pregnancy “threatens to punish drivers for getting people where they need to go.”

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Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for Sept. 2, 2021

September 3, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Upcoming Events in the Capital City I’ll be travelling to Jefferson City in the coming weeks to attend several meetings and other legislative events. The annual veto session will convene on Sept. 15, and it […]

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Tyson Foods Strikes Deal With Unions on Covid-19 Vaccines, Sick Pay

September 3, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Tyson Foods Strikes Deal With Unions on Covid-19 Vaccines, Sick Pay
The agreement with the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union and the Retail Wholesale and Department Store Union will keep workers safe and help recruitment efforts, Tyson said.

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