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Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School Students Help Local Residents During Holiday Season

December 12, 2023 Erin Slifka 0

Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School (TJIDS) students are giving back to the community this holiday season through community-based volunteer work. Students led multiple initiatives throughout November and December that aligned with the TJIDS Honor Code […]

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A Trip to CosMc’s, McDonald’s New Space-Themed Takeout Chain

December 12, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off on A Trip to CosMc’s, McDonald’s New Space-Themed Takeout Chain
Expect sweet drinks—and plenty of quality time in the car—in the first few days for the new beverage- and snacks-focused McDonald’s offshoot.

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Macy’s Billion-Dollar Question: What’s More Valuable, Real Estate or the Business?

December 12, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Macy’s Billion-Dollar Question: What’s More Valuable, Real Estate or the Business?
Some analysts say the retailer’s ownership of hundreds of stores is the key to investors’ buyout bid.

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Downtown Joplin Alliance Announces 2023 Window Decorating Competition Award Ceremony

December 12, 2023 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Holiday events have been in full swing in downtown Joplin, including the Holiday Decorating Competition. This annual competition is organized by Downtown Joplin Alliance (DJA) and is designed to adorn the downtown […]

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Crowder College’s AEL Director Juli DeNisco Appointed as Secretary to Worldwide Coalition Board

December 12, 2023 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Congratulations to Juli DeNisco, recently appointed to the position of the board secretary at the Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE), the largest adult education association in the world. COABE’s mission is […]

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Jet Defects Stoke Debate Over Who Should Inspect Mechanics’ Work

December 12, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Jet Defects Stoke Debate Over Who Should Inspect Mechanics’ Work
Workers say self-inspections increase risks; jet makers and suppliers say self-checks aren’t the problem.

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Elon Musk Says Alex Jones Can Return to X, Reversing His Stance From Last Year

December 12, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Elon Musk Says Alex Jones Can Return to X, Reversing His Stance From Last Year
The billionaire reinstated the conspiracy theorist after running a poll on the platform formerly known as Twitter.

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Occidental to Buy CrownRock in Nearly $11 Billion Deal

December 11, 2023 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Occidental to Buy CrownRock in Nearly $11 Billion Deal
The acquisition would allow the oil company to keep up with competitors who have recently announced major deals.

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Deadlines Approaching in Missouri for SBA Working Capital Loans Due to Drought

December 11, 2023 Erin Slifka 0

(Sacramento, CA) – Associate Administrator Francisco Sánchez of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience today reminded Missouri small nonfarm businesses of the deadline dates to apply for an SBA federal […]

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Wildcat Glades Nature Group Releases January 2024 Program List

December 11, 2023 Erin Slifka 0

This coming January, the Wildcat Glades Nature Group, along with other partners, will be hosting their annual First Day hike, a Yoga in Nature event, and Preschool Connections programs. Volunteers will also continue their work […]

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