US Business
When a Congressman Challenged Disney on China, It Laid Off Beijing Staff
Disney’s China layoffs led to technical malfunctions and delayed efforts to troubleshoot.
Year: 2023
US Business
Cisco to Buy Cybersecurity Company Splunk in $28 Billion Cash Deal
Networking-equipment giant Cisco Systems has struck a $28 billion deal to buy analytics and security software company Splunk.
Education
Missouri Southern State University to Host Homecoming on October 7
Let’s give our support and celebrate Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) and its students! The annual Homecoming parade and game will be hosted on October 7. This is a great time to share their spirit and […]
Events
Joplin Empire Market to Host Hobbit Day on Saturday, September 23
(Joplin, MO) – Join the fun on Saturday, September 23 as the Empire Market, along with the Joplin Public Library, celebrates Hobbit Day and the birthdays of Bilbo and Frodo Baggins! Here’s what you can […]
US Business
WWE’s ‘SmackDown’ to Move to NBCUniversal’s USA From Fox
People familiar with the deal valued it at roughly $1.4 billion, which is about a 40% increase over the deal WWE had with Fox.
US Business
Tensions in UAW Talks Flare as Ford Averts Strike in Canada
Talks with Unifor have been running parallel to those in the U.S. with the UAW, an unusual overlap that has put pressure on the Detroit automakers.
Education
Missouri Southern State University’s New Student Enrollment Increases
(Joplin, MO) – New student enrollment at Missouri Southern State University has increased 6.5 percent for the fall 2023 semester, the second consecutive year of growth in total freshmen, transfer, and graduate students new to […]
Marketing & Communications
BBB Business Tip: Ten Fall Campaign Ideas for Small Businesses
As a small business owner, you know how important it is to keep your marketing efforts fresh and engaging as you build your brand and expand your reach. To keep your business’s momentum going through the […]
Retail
Dr. Fly’s to Offer Employer’s Discount on Gift Cards this Holiday Season
This holiday season, give your employees what they really want: the gift of beauty! Dr. Fly’s Salon & Spa is offering a special employer’s discount on gift cards for the upcoming holiday season: Purchase $1,000 […]
Events
Join The Boys & Girls Club for Their Annual Fundraising Gala, Club Comingo
The Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri is excited to announce the theme of this year’s Club Comingo, their premier fundraising gala! This year, the theme is Yellowstone, after the hit TV show. Dawn […]