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City of Joplin Closed, Council Meeting Shifts Due to Presidents’ Day Holiday

February 16, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

City of Joplin offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, in recognition of Presidents’ Day, and the Joplin City Council’s regular third Monday meeting in February will be moved to Tuesday, February 20. The […]

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Chinese EV Maker BYD Exploring Mexico Factory as Entry to U.S. Market

February 15, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Chinese EV Maker BYD Exploring Mexico Factory as Entry to U.S. Market
The Tesla competitor is expanding rapidly in Europe and Southeast Asia; now it is looking at a new export base south of the U.S. border.

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Nike to Cut Over 1,600 Jobs

February 15, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Nike to Cut Over 1,600 Jobs
The layoffs are part of the sneaker giant’s plan to shed $2 billion in costs over the next three years.

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The Insatiable Ambition of LeBron James

February 15, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Insatiable Ambition of LeBron James
The basketball legend is building a business that includes movies and TV, podcasts and grooming products. It’s all part of his new model for how stars can cash in on their fame.

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How to Keep People From Dozing Off During Online Meetings

February 15, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How to Keep People From Dozing Off During Online Meetings
Research shows that participants are much less engaged in virtual meetings than when gathering in-person. There are ways around that.

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When Job Candidates Lie—and How Recruiters Bust Them

February 15, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on When Job Candidates Lie—and How Recruiters Bust Them
Two jobs at once? Four different résumés? Headhunters share their stories of workers who tried, and failed, to fool people.

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Connect2Culture Presents American Patchwork Quartet on February 17

February 14, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

Experience beloved songs reimagined as the award-winning members of American Patchwork Quartet explore the beautiful patchwork of American culture with Connect2Culture (C2C) on Saturday, February 17, 2024! American Patchwork Quartet Saturday, February 17, 2024 | 7:00 […]

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One Joplin Seeking Input on Transportation Survey

February 14, 2024 Erin Slifka 0

Transportation impacts every facet of daily life, going to the doctor’s office, picking up groceries, or going to work. For many in the Joplin region, transportation options are limited and closure of the Joplin Trolley […]

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Lyft Shares Surge as Strong Earnings Report Offsets Typo Confusion

February 14, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Lyft Shares Surge as Strong Earnings Report Offsets Typo Confusion
Shares had risen more than 60% in off-hours trading after the company’s release accidentally added an extra zero to a key number.

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Self-Driving Car Company Waymo Issues First-Ever Recall After Two Phoenix Crashes

February 14, 2024 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Self-Driving Car Company Waymo Issues First-Ever Recall After Two Phoenix Crashes
The Alphabet-owned company said it needed to fix its software after two of its cars hit a pickup truck being towed.

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  • Zimmer Marketing to Host Color Pop & Shop Event on March 6
  • Missouri Southern State University Named 2026 Location for Compass Academy Network During Special Campus Event
  • Sparklight® Introduces the Next Evolution of Intelligent Wi-Fi with eero Wi-Fi 7, Delivering Faster Speeds, Greater Capacity, and Smarter Coverage
  • Freeman Health System Unveils Theme for 2026 Freeman 5K and Walk for Autism
  • Hapag-Lloyd in Advanced Talks Over Potential Acquisition of Israeli Rival Zim
  • BlueScope Relegates Plans for U.S. Midstream Growth
  • The Break Is Over. Companies Are Jacking Up Prices Again.
  • Companies Are Replacing CEOs in Record Numbers—and They’re Getting Younger
  • How Blockbuster Films and Bingeworthy Streaming Hits Slipped Into Our Showers
  • SoftBank Loads Up on Debt to Pay for OpenAI Bet
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