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Lafayette House Receives $50,000 Memorial Gift from Mary Louise Glauber

January 7, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

JOPLIN, MO — Lafayette House is deeply honored to announce receipt of a $50,000 memorial gift from Mary Louise Glauber in loving memory of her husband, Michael A. Glauber. This extraordinary contribution continues a remarkable […]

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The $160,000 Mechanic Job That Ford Can’t Fill

January 6, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The $160,000 Mechanic Job That Ford Can’t Fill
Ford’s CEO says 5,000 jobs are open. Mechanics say there is little wonder why.

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Hilton, ICE and the New Playbook for Handling an Online Crisis

January 6, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Hilton, ICE and the New Playbook for Handling an Online Crisis
The hotel company severed ties with a Hampton Inn less than 24 hours after allegations that it canceled rooms for immigration agents.

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Trump and Oil Executives to Meet Friday to Talk About Venezuela

January 6, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Trump and Oil Executives to Meet Friday to Talk About Venezuela
The president has said American oil companies are likely to pour money into the South American country.

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10th Annual Comedy for Camp event raises money for children’s camp

January 6, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) Cold winter months are not much fun, but we know what is—the 10th Annual Comedy for Camp & S’more event hosted by Soroptimist International of Joplin. Set for Friday, February 20, 2026, guests will enjoy an […]

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Nvidia CEO Says He Doesn’t Care About California’s Proposed Billionaire Tax

January 6, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Nvidia CEO Says He Doesn’t Care About California’s Proposed Billionaire Tax
The proposal has sparked outrage from other ultrawealthy residents, who warned of an exodus from the state.

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Flu Surge Leaves Local Blood Supply Low – CBCO Offering Extra Donor Incentives

January 6, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

JOPLIN, Mo. – (Jan. 6, 2026) – Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the sole supplier of blood, platelets, and plasma to patients at more than 40 area hospitals, is in need of type O blood.  Rising […]

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The Fight Over Making Data Centers Power Down to Avoid Blackouts

January 6, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Fight Over Making Data Centers Power Down to Avoid Blackouts
Power-grid operators are asking tech companies to supply their own electricity—or go dark at times—but many are pushing back.

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Trump’s Hint to Oil Executives Weeks Before Maduro Ouster: ‘Get Ready’

January 5, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Trump’s Hint to Oil Executives Weeks Before Maduro Ouster: ‘Get Ready’
The U.S. president now wants oil companies to grow Venezuela’s production.

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How Corporate Security Has Changed a Year After UnitedHealth Killing

January 5, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How Corporate Security Has Changed a Year After UnitedHealth Killing
Spending on executive protection is up, and it isn’t all bodyguards and trained drivers.

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