US Business
GM’s Cruise Says U.S. Is Investigating Driverless Car’s Collision With Pedestrian
Law firm hired by company found a failure of leadership in its dealings with regulators.
Month: January 2024
Architects & Engineers
OWN, Inc. Announces Three Key Leadership Promotions
OWN, Inc. is pleased to announce the well-deserved promotions of three outstanding leaders within the organization. These strategic advancements reflect the company’s commitment to recognizing and nurturing top talent from within. Jared David, PE, LEED […]
Health Care
Eagle Scout to Make Donation to Cancer Patients in Honor of His Late Father
(Joplin, MO) – During Sam Rogers’ battle with colon cancer, one of his greatest comforts was noise-canceling headphones, which allowed him to listen to music and block out the rest of the world while undergoing […]
Events
City of Joplin to Host Opening Ceremony for Fire Station 7 on January 31
(Joplin, MO) – City of Joplin Mayor Doug Lawson and City Council Members will join City leadership, Joplin firefighters and the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors in a ribbon cutting ceremony and open house […]
Chamber Updates
Nominations Open for Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce’s 2024 Business of the Year Awards
(Joplin, MO) – Nominations are now open for the 2024 Business of the Year Awards, presented by FORVIS and the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce. This is your chance to recognize the contributions that area […]
US Business
Tesla Projects Slower Growth in 2024
The electric-car maker reported net income doubled in the fourth quarter, largely due to a one-time tax, while operating profits were down.
US Business
Chipotle to Offer New Benefits to Draw Younger Workers for Burrito Season
The company wants to hire 19,000 workers and entice them with financial incentives and free mental-health counseling.
US Business
The Disney Sequel Bob Iger Never Wanted
Two decades after replacing Eisner, CEO faces many of the same challenges.
US Business
Country Garden Seeks to Raise Over $500 Million in Asset Sales
Troubled Chinese property developer Country Garden Holdings is seeking to sell a host of properties in Guangzhou city to raise up to $534.5 million, amid its efforts to restructure billions of dollars in offshore debt.
US Business
Ebay to Lay Off 9% of Full-Time Workforce
The online marketplace will lay off about 1,000 full-time employees, part of efforts to boost performance at a time of rising competition and softer consumer spending.