US Business
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.
Month: April 2026
US Business
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.
US Business
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.
US Business
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.
Education
Crowder College Names Dr. Phillip Witt Vice President of Academic Affairs
(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 […]
Community
City of Joplin and Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Announces May Day Spring Cleaning Event Set for May 1
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 […]
US Business
Justice Department Presses Criminal Antitrust Probe of Beef Companies
President Trump last year called for an investigation of the companies.
Health Care
Community Blood Center of the Ozarks Announces Updated Tattoo Guidelines Allowing More Donors to Give Blood Immediately
(Joplin, MO) – Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO) announced that it is expanding the list of states where donors will be accepted if they received a tattoo from an approved, state-regulated facility, allowing more people […]
Community
City of Joplin Invites the Community to the Grand Launch Party for MOmentum Bike Park on May 2
Bring your family, bicycles, and helmets to the MOmentum Bike Park on Saturday, May 2 for the City of Joplin’s Grand Launch Party! This opening event is a day packed with energy and entertainment. Plans […]
US Business
Big Oil Plows Billions Into Far-Flung Drilling Sites to Escape Iran Turmoil
Exxon, Chevron and other energy companies are turning to Africa and South America to secure their next generation of prospects.