US Business
SpaceX Pushes to Quickly Launch Another Starship
The company believes it can repair damage to the launchpad used for its first Starship flight and will be ready to fly a second rocket by early summer, NASA’s leader said.
Year: 2023
US Business
Airlines Get Ready for Busy Summer as Travel Ramps Up
American and Southwest project a busy travel season after a winter slowdown. Southwest plans to reduce some flights this year after Boeing’s 737 manufacturing problem.
Health Care
CoxHealth Adds Two Providers to Pediatric Endocrinology Team
(Springfield, MO) – As demand for pediatric endocrinology care grows, CoxHealth has added two new providers to the Pediatric Endocrinology Team. Connor Corcoran, MD, and Jordan Duda, NP, are now seeing patients at CoxHealth Pediatric […]
Entertainment
The Alliance of Southwest Missouri to Host Kentucky Derby-Themed Fundraiser on May 6
(Joplin, MO) – The Alliance of Southwest Missouri will host An Afternoon at the Races, a Kentucky Derby-themed event from 3:00 to 6:00 pm on Saturday, May 6 at Adaline Acres in Carl Junction. Saddle […]
US Business
DeSantis’s Miscalculation: ‘Disney Is Playing the Long Game’
The conflict between Florida’s governor and Iger’s entertainment giant has turned into a drawn-out legal battle. Some Republicans question the strategy.
Events
Local Color Art Gallery’s Spring Open House to Support Ronald McDonald House of the Four States
(Joplin, MO) – Local Color Art Gallery will host a Spring Open House on Thursday, May 4, from 5:30 to 8:30 m. The community is encouraged to visit the gallery at 1027 S. Main Street […]
Energy & Environment
Spire Honors Municipalities for Safe Digging with Silver Shovel Award
(St. Louis, MO) – In recognition of a year with no damages to gas pipelines, Spire is honoring more than 25 Missouri municipalities with the annual Silver Shovel award, recognizing safe excavation near Spire’s facilities. “Putting […]
US Business
Tucker Carlson Speaks Out in Twitter Video Two Days After Ouster From Fox News
In two-minute message, former host criticizes level of debate on television, and concludes with ‘see you soon.’
US Business
Facebook Parent Meta Platforms Sees First Sales Increase in Nearly a Year
The company reported revenue of $28.6 billion, up 3% from a year prior, as it continues to improve after the loss of ad-tracking capabilities in 2021.
US Business
Disney Sues Ron DeSantis After Oversight Board Voids Theme-Park Agreements
The lawsuit accuses the Florida governor of retaliating for the company’s decision to speak out against a law that bars instruction on sexual orientation in early elementary-school years.