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Kansas City University Students Showcase Research at 34th Annual Research Symposium

April 21, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The 34th Annual Research Symposium at Kansas City University (KCU) brought together students, faculty, residents, alumni and research partners across the Kansas City and Joplin campuses for three days of scholarly exchange, collaboration and discovery. […]

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Branco Enterprises Announces Transition to Employee Ownership

April 21, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Neosho, MO) – Branco Enterprises, Inc. has announced its transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), effective January 1, 2026, making its employees beneficial owners of the company. Founded in 1933, Branco Enterprises has […]

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Joplin Empire Market to Host 8th Birthday Bash & Goats in the Garden Event April 25

April 21, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, Mo) – Joplin Empire Market is celebrating their 8th Birthday Bash this April, in combination with a springtime Goats in the Garden event. The event will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2025, during normal […]

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Watered Gardens Ministries to Host 6th Annual Blooms of Hope Benefit on May 2

April 21, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Watered Gardens Ministries invites the community to a celebration for all the moms in our lives on May 2! They invite moms, daughters, sisters, aunts, grandmothers, and friends to dress up and create lasting memories […]

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Tim Cook to Step Down as Apple Names New CEO

April 20, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Tim Cook to Step Down as Apple Names New CEO
John Ternus, head of the company’s hardware division, will succeed Cook, who will become executive chairman.

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Struggling Spirit Airlines in Talks With Trump Administration on Government Investment

April 20, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Struggling Spirit Airlines in Talks With Trump Administration on Government Investment
Florida-based Spirit has been working to sell some planes and refocus operations on core cities.

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Apple Hardware Exec to Succeed Tim Cook as CEO

April 20, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Apple Hardware Exec to Succeed Tim Cook as CEO
Plus, an Iran cease-fire extension looks unlikely, and a $150 train ride to the World Cup might feel red-card worthy.

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Red Lobster’s Endless Shrimp Is Back—With a Few Strings Attached

April 20, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Red Lobster’s Endless Shrimp Is Back—With a Few Strings Attached
The seafood chain is bringing back the promotion for the first time since bankruptcy, with some limits.

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Crowder College Names Dr. Phillip Witt Vice President of Academic Affairs

April 20, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College is excited to announce the hiring of Dr. Phillip Witt as the Vice President of Academic Affairs. Dr. Witt will begin his term on July 1, 2026. Dr. Witt is an […]

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City of Joplin and Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Announces May Day Spring Cleaning Event Set for May 1

April 20, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Have you heard? We’ve got visitors coming, time to clean up! Everyone in the community is invited to help Joplin make a great first impression. How do we do this? Come join us in a […]

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