US Business
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.
Month: April 2026
US Business
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.
US Business
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.
Community
Lafayette House Invites Community to Ooh-La Lafayette 2026: Written in the Stars on April 10
(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 […]
US Business
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.
Chamber Updates
Ambassador Spotlight: Kennedy Krokroskia, KOAM-TV
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 […]
Chamber Updates
Monthly Chamber Membership Renewals
Thank you to every member who renewed their membership this past month! And thank you to our renewals sponsor, Southwest Missouri Bank. 2019 Phoenix Home Care and Hospice 1957 Pinnacle Bank 1988 Pro Musica 1959 R.E. […]
Chamber Updates
March 2026 Ribbon Cuttings
Congratulations to all our members who recently celebrated their accomplishments with ribbon cuttings! Down Syndrome Group of the Ozarks Sarah Vacca, Community Engagement Coordinator Hosted at The Boutique Marketplace Too 613 S. Main Street Celebrating the […]
Chamber Updates
Welcome New Members
The Chamber’s Board of Directors and staff are pleased to welcome our newest Chamber members! Please keep these and all members in mind when looking for goods and services. Skin & Body Aesthetics Medical Spa […]