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Compass Academy Network Releases April 2026 Newsletter

April 16, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Compass Academy Network (CAN) is excited to share their latest updates with the community! Each month, their newsletter spotlights stories, updates, and opportunities that celebrate their students, Peer Mentors, teachers, and partners.  Learn more below. […]

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Has the Era of the Mega-Layoff Arrived?

April 15, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Has the Era of the Mega-Layoff Arrived?
From Snap to Block to Amazon, a new template for “right sizing” the workforce is spreading through C-suites, and other companies are taking note.

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Spirit’s Bankruptcy Exit In Flux as Jet Fuel Prices Surge

April 15, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Spirit’s Bankruptcy Exit In Flux as Jet Fuel Prices Surge
Discussions with creditors include possible liquidation, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Ford EV Chief Doug Field Steps Down

April 15, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Ford EV Chief Doug Field Steps Down
The automaker has struggled with EV losses but says an affordable “skunkworks” electric project will continue.

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Jury Decides Against Live Nation in Antitrust Trial

April 15, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Jury Decides Against Live Nation in Antitrust Trial
Plus, tech stocks power the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq to new records, and a soy sauce maker is one of the few still using ancient techniques.

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Sazerac Offered to Buy Brown-Forman for Around $15 Billion

April 15, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Sazerac Offered to Buy Brown-Forman for Around $15 Billion
The Buffalo Trace-maker offered $32 per share for its Louisville rival.

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Downtown Joplin Alliance and Partners Seeks Entries for ‘Art: Outside the Box’ Project; Submission Deadline June 8

April 15, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Downtown Joplin Alliance, in conjunction with the City of Joplin, Spiva Center for the Arts, and Joplin Arts District, invites artists and creators to submit original designs for a public art initiative […]

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The Independent Living Center Announces Coffee with Nonprofits Event to Bring Together Community Partners on May 13

April 15, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Community members, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and partners from across Joplin and southwest Missouri are invited to attend Coffee with Nonprofits, a come-and-go networking event held on May 13, which is designed to […]

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Schroeder Family Exploreum Invites Community to Name New Robot Mascot

April 15, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Beep bop boop—there’s a new face at the science center, and it needs a name. The Schroeder Family Exploreum is proud to introduce its brand-new robot mascot, a friendly and curious character designed to spark […]

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Crowder College to Host Career & Technical Education Talent Showcase on April 21

April 15, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Crowder College invites the community and local employers to join them for their Career & Technical Education Talent Showcase on Tuesday, April 21! Held at the Advanced Training & Technology Center (3405 Hammonds Boulevard) from […]

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  • NFL Makes Its Case to FCC During Regulatory Scrutiny
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  • Gates Foundation to Cut 20% of Staff, Review Epstein Ties
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  • John Ternus Has Big Shoes to Fill at Apple. Luckily, Tim Cook Has a Playbook for That.
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