US Business
Biden Asks FTC to Examine Whether Oil, Gas Companies Are Inflating Gas Prices
In a letter to FTC Chair Lina Khan, President Biden alleged that there is “mounting evidence of anti-consumer behavior by oil-and-gas companies.”
Year: 2021
Government
Leaf Pick-Up Service Begins November 29; Residents Reminded to Rake Leaves to the Curb
(Joplin, MO) – The City of Joplin will start the annual residential leaf pick up program on November 29, the first Monday after Thanksgiving, weather permitting. To address all areas of Joplin, the City utilizes […]
US Business
What Went Wrong With Zillow? A Real-Estate Algorithm Derailed Its Big Bet
The company had staked its future growth on Zillow Offers, its business to flip homes using computer-based market predictions. Getting the algorithm right proved to be difficult.
Education
Entrepreneurship Degree Approved by Missouri Southern State University’s Board of Directors
(Joplin, MO) – The College of Business at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will offer a new degree in entrepreneurship beginning in the fall of 2022. The program was approved by the university’s Board of […]
US Business
Rogers to Replace CEO Joe Natale After Board Fight
Rogers Communications, Canada’s third-largest telecommunications company, said Chief Executive Joe Natale had left and was being replaced on an interim basis by former finance chief Tony Staffieri.
US Business
Home Depot Sales Rise, Continuing Pandemic Streak
Home Depot’s sales in the latest quarter increased 9.8% year over year to $36.82 billion, despite supply-chain challenges that have disrupted many retailers.
US Business
Pfizer Submits Covid-19 Pill for FDA Authorization
Testing found Pfizer’s pill to be 89% effective at reducing the risk of hospitalization and death from Covid-19 when taken soon after diagnosis.
Education
Wildcat Glades Friends Group Releases December Program List
(Joplin, MO) – Wildcat Glades Friends Group, along with other partners, will be hosting a hands-on preschool connections program, kids and adult yoga, a bird count, and a seasonal hike. Feed the Birds December 1, 10:00 to […]
Accounting
Nonprofit Insights and Expertise from BKD CPAs & Advisors
The nonprofit world is constantly changing. Make sure you stay up to date on the latest laws that could affect your nonprofit with insights from BKD CPAS & Advisors: EIDL Program Updates – Expanded Eligibility; Larger, […]
US Business
Walmart Raises Forecast, Says Shelves Are Stocked for Holidays
Walmart’s comparable sales jumped 9.2% in the latest quarter and the retailer says it has plenty of inventory despite global supply-chain problems.