US Business
Chipotle Profit Hit by Higher Labor Costs
Burrito chain saw improved sales after price increases, executives said.
Month: February 2023
US Business
Zoom to Lay Off 15% of Staff, CEO Slashes Salary
The videoconferencing company is reducing its workforce as the work-from-home trend winds down.
Events
Area Agency on Aging and United Way of Southwest Missouri and Southeast Kansas To Launch Give 5
(Joplin, MO) – Years ago, the word retirement might have evoked images of white-haired couples sitting in rocking chairs on their front porches. But with men and women living longer and enjoying better health into […]
Construction
Downtown Joplin Alliance to Host Union Depot Community Roundtable
(Joplin, MO) – Downtown Joplin Alliance (DJA), through their Endangered Properties Program, will host a community roundtable event regarding the future of the Joplin Union Depot on Friday, February 10, 2023, form 7:00 to 8:30 pm. […]
US Business
U.S. Businesses Pay a Premium to Hire Migrant Workers in Extremely Tight Labor Market
Employers, struggling to fill hourly wage jobs in construction, restaurants and other services, are offering higher pay and better working conditions to people coming to the U.S. to work; “The scarcity is huge.”
Events
Joplin Parks & Recreation to Host Unique Egg Hunt
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Parks and Recreation Department has added a twist to the traditional egg hunt…hunting in the DARK! Children ages three-10 are invited to hop on over to the Gene Bassman Softball […]
US Business
Adani Companies Report Profits, Easing Market Rout
Shares of some companies owned by India’s Adani Group rallied Tuesday, showing investors had a mixed view of the embattled conglomerate.
US Business
CVS Nearing $10.5 Billion Deal for Primary-Care Provider Oak Street Health
The deal, which could be announced this week, would expand the health insurer and pharmacy chain’s role in medical care.
US Business
Dell to Cut 5% of Workforce
The computer maker said it is reorganizing certain teams as market conditions continue to erode.
Education
Crowder College’s Safety Training Opportunities for February and March 2023
Crowder College’s Training & Development Solutions is offering a variety of training courses. Sign up for one today! Leadership Training We are now offering two new badge certificates in Industrial & Manufacturing Managerial Leadership and Human […]