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Missouri Southern State University’s Esports Teams Conclude Dominant Regular Season, Advance to Playoffs in Multiple Game Titles

April 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Esports program, known on campus as MOSO Esports, has wrapped up an impressive season, highlighted by dominant regular-season performances and multiple post-season appearances across several titles. The MSSU Gold team […]

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Bright Futures Joplin to Host 9th Annual Guns & Hoses Benefit Basketball Game on April 11

April 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Join Bright Futures Joplin on Sunday, April 11 at 5:00 pm at Joplin High School for the 9th Annual Guns & Hoses Benefit Basketball Game! The Joplin Police Department and Joplin Fire Department are going […]

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Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University to Host 2026 Pitch Palooza; Last Day to Apply is April 6

April 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Calling all innovators, dreamers, and entrepreneurs! Pitch Palooza 2026 is officially on the calendar and Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is preparing for an exciting celebration of […]

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TotalEnergies, Masdar Form $2.2 Billion Asia Renewables Joint Venture

April 2, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on TotalEnergies, Masdar Form $2.2 Billion Asia Renewables Joint Venture
The venture will be the two companies’ sole vehicle for developing and operating renewable energy and battery storage projects in nine Asian countries.

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State Farm Is in Trump’s Crosshairs Over L.A. Fires

April 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on State Farm Is in Trump’s Crosshairs Over L.A. Fires
The president called the insurer “absolutely horrible” after conversations with local officials including Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.

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The Women Who Love the Manosphere

April 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Women Who Love the Manosphere
While hosts like Theo Von and Joe Rogan primarily market to men, they’ve drawn female listeners with a politically adaptable, occasionally vulgar lens on a complicated world.

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Nike Can’t Fix Its China Problem and That’s Tanking Its Stock

April 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Nike Can’t Fix Its China Problem and That’s Tanking Its Stock
The sneaker maker is losing ground in its second-biggest market and warns that the next quarter there could be worse.

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Lafayette House Invites Community to Ooh-La Lafayette 2026: Written in the Stars on April 10

April 1, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Lafayette House is proud to announce that Ooh-La Lafayette 2026: Written in the Stars will take place on Friday, April 10, 2026, beginning at 6:00 pm at Downstream Casino Resort. Now in […]

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Lilly’s Obesity Pill Approval Kicks Off New Front in Weight-Loss Drug Wars

April 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Lilly’s Obesity Pill Approval Kicks Off New Front in Weight-Loss Drug Wars
The drugmaker’s pill will take on a rival from Novo Nordisk in the booming multibillion-dollar obesity drug market.

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Ambassador Spotlight: Kennedy Krokroskia, KOAM-TV

April 1, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Meet Kennedy Krokroskia, a Marketing Consultant for KOAM-TV! She’s the most recent Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador and has become frequent attendee at networking events. She brings a strong commitment to community, connection, and […]

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  • Joplin Schools’ JETHD Students Win 19 Awards at Missouri Southern State University’s 2026 Media Showcase
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  • ABB Raises Guidance on Robust Demand Despite Uncertainties
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