US Business
U.S. Trade Deficit Narrowed Sharply in November as Global Demand Cooled
American imports fell more than exports amid high inflation and interest rates.
Year: 2023
US Business
Peloton to Pay $19 Million Fine Over Treadmill Recall
The company settled with the Consumer Product Safety Commission after the watchdog accused the company of failing to immediately report that its Tread+ machines contained a defect that could cause serious injury.
Events
A Healthier Me in 2023 With Jenny Craig
Change starts with a thought. Put your thought into action! You can be healthier in 2023 with SMART goals. Make a plan with Jenny Craig and we can help you achieve your weight loss goals […]
Small Business/Startups
BBB Business Tip: Ten New Year’s Resolutions for Your Small Business
As small business owners venture into 2023, know that keeping your customers top of mind by aligning your growth initiatives to personalizing the purchase journey will foster revenue while also building more awareness for your […]
Government
City Survey Asks Citizens to Rate Joplin’s Services
(Joplin, MO) – Citizens now have a chance to provide their input about City of Joplin services in an upcoming survey as part of a Benchmark and Level of Service Study currently underway. City officials […]
US Business
Amazon to Lay Off Over 18,000 Workers, the Most in Tech Wave
The cuts focused on the company’s corporate staff exceed an earlier projection and represent about 5% of the company’s corporate workforce.
US Business
U.S. Auto Sales in 2022 Worst in Over a Decade
GM bucked last year’s industry declines to regain the U.S. sales crown from Toyota.
US Business
Walgreens Becomes First U.S. Pharmacy Chain to Say It Will Sell Abortion Pill
The company says it will sell mifepristone in certain stores, a day after the FDA changed its rules to allow retail pharmacies to fill prescriptions.
US Business
Samsung’s Consumer-Products CEO Expects Tech Slump to Persist
Han Jong-hee wants to boost market share by improving integration between Samsung’s gadgets and appliances.
Events
Empire Market Chili Cookoff Seeks Contestants
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Empire Market will host their 4th Annual Chili Cookoff on Saturday, January 21, 2023. It will be held during normal Market hours (10:00 am to 2:00 pm) at 931 E. 4th Street. Applications […]