US Business
Pfizer’s Covid-19 Booster Cleared for 5- to 11-Year-Olds
The authorization by U.S. health regulators expands booster access to about 28 million youngsters.
Year: 2022
Nonprofit
Rapha Announces Launch of the Haiti Family Care Network
(Joplin, MO) – Rapha International is excited to announce the launch of the Haiti Family Care Network! At Rapha we understand that long-term institutional care is detrimental to a child’s social and emotional development, and […]
US Business
Spread of Buffalo Shooting Video Shows Social-Media Platforms Still Struggle to Remove Violent Content
The live stream of Saturday’s attack was quickly taken down but reposts of the footage have been circulating online.
US Business
FDA Eases Baby-Formula Import Rules to Boost Supplies
Overseas makers will need to apply with the agency to make shipments to the U.S., and safety and quality checks will follow.
US Business
FDA Authorizes Nonprescription Test for Covid-19, Flu and RSV
The test, which was developed by Labcorp and can be sold directly to consumers online or at retail, can detect Covid-19, influenza and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV.
US Business
McDonald’s to Exit From Russia After Three Decades
The company will sell its business in Russia, joining a raft of Western companies leaving as the war in Ukraine continues. It expects to post a charge of between $1.2 billion and $1.4 billion in connection with the move.
US Business
Microsoft Boosts Pay in Fight for Talent
Microsoft’s CEO is promising to boost employee compensation amid continued low unemployment across the U.S. and high inflation.
Events
Roper Used Cars to Host Customer Appreciation Day on March 21
(Joplin, MO) – Roper Used Cars invites you to come join them on Saturday, May 21 for Customer Appreciation Day from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm! There will be plenty of family fun for all ages, […]
Education
Crowder College Softball and Baseball Updates
(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College’s softball and baseball programs posted big wins on Saturday, May 14, further advancing their seasons. The 53-8 softball team captured the Midwest District Championship in two games, winning 6-0 and 7-6 (eight […]
Nonprofit
Spiva Center for the Arts Announces Executive Director
(Joplin, MO) – George A. Spiva Center for the Arts’ Board of Directors President, Angela Vorhees, is pleased to announce that Heather Lesmeister has accepted the position of Executive Director. Ms. Lesmeister joins Spiva from […]