US Business
BarkBox Apologizes for Leaked Message Suspending Pride Marketing
The dog-toy company has sold Pride products to subscribers as add-ons for the past four years.
Year: 2025
Chamber Updates
Ambassador Spotlight: Jamie Strickland, Southwest Missouri Bank
Meet Jamie Strickland, Vice President, Marketing Manager for Southwest Missouri Bank (SMB). She’s been a dedicated part of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce for 10 years. She brings a strong commitment to community, connection, […]
Government
JATSO Seeking Public Comments on FY2026–2029 TIP
The Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization (JATSO) is seeking a 14-day public comment period for the FY2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP contains transportation and transit projects in the Joplin Metropolitan Area that are […]
SBDC Updates
Missouri SBDC at MSSU Hires Jennifer Hood as New Business Consultant
The Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is excited to welcome Jennifer Hood to their team as their newest Business Consultant. Jennifer is a Missouri Southern State University […]
Community
City of Joplin Encourages Citizens to Get Involved by Joining City Board or Commission
The City of Joplin invites citizens to apply to serve on a City Board or Commission. Serving on a City Board or Commission is a great way to help shape local policies and contribute to […]
US Business
Chart Industries and Flowserve Strike All-Stock Merger
The combined entity will be worth roughly $19 billion, including debt.
US Business
Remy Cointreau Pulls Long-Term Targets on Economic, Tariff Uncertainty
The company is targeting a return to growth after a challenging few years for the sector.
US Business
Swedbank Targets Return on Equity of At Least 15%
The lender said the new target applies through 2027, but warned of uncertainty amid geopolitical tensions.
US Business
This Conservative Is Doing Just Fine, Thank You, After Getting Dumped by Trump
Leonard Leo has more than $1 billion to back Hollywood blockbusters that shield viewers from diversity and other progressive ideas.
US Business
Automakers Race to Find Workaround to China’s Stranglehold on Rare-Earth Magnets
Major manufacturers, fearful they will have to shut down assembly lines, are considering moving some production of parts to China.