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Crowder College and Ajinomoto Foods North America Sign Apprenticeship Agreement

May 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Crowder College and Ajinomoto Foods North America have partnered to offer an Advanced Manufacturing Industrial Maintenance Technician Apprenticeship program for employees at its Joplin location. “This apprenticeship reflects what we heard from […]

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Mission Hills Mansion to Celebrate 100 Years with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Missouri Southern State University

May 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The historic Mission Hills Mansion, now known as Missouri Southern State University’s (MSSU) Ralph L. Gray Alumni Center, will commemorate its 100th anniversary with a ribbon cutting ceremony on May 14, 2026, marking the official […]

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Joplin History and Mineral Museum to Host Annual Spring Rock Show May 15 – 17

May 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, Mo.) – The Tri-State Gem and Mineral Society presents its Annual Spring Rock Show during the weekend of May 15 – 17.  Attendees can browse bead jewelry, learn to identify local minerals, take part in […]

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Spirit’s CEO on the Airline’s Last Days

May 2, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Spirit’s CEO on the Airline’s Last Days
Dave Davis says the carrier tried to avoid shutdown chaos and didn’t intend to harm its passengers.

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How the Trump Administration’s Spirit Airlines Rescue Unraveled

May 2, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How the Trump Administration’s Spirit Airlines Rescue Unraveled
Talks led by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick couldn’t get bondholders and the government aligned.

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Spirit Airlines Is Shutting Down. Here’s What to Do If You Had Tickets.

May 2, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Spirit Airlines Is Shutting Down. Here’s What to Do If You Had Tickets.
Getting your money back for future flights isn’t always straightforward, but your credit-card company may be your best line of defense.

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You Have No Idea How Much You Still Use BlackBerry

May 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on You Have No Idea How Much You Still Use BlackBerry
Once left for dead, the company is making money again with hidden software in 275 million cars. You use it every day without knowing it.

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OpenAI Wants to Go Public. First Sarah Friar Needs to Get It to Grow Up.

May 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on OpenAI Wants to Go Public. First Sarah Friar Needs to Get It to Grow Up.
The chief financial officer is managing Sam Altman—and ambitions for one of the biggest IPOs ever.

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Netflix, in a First, Plans Full Theatrical Release for ‘Narnia’

May 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Netflix, in a First, Plans Full Theatrical Release for ‘Narnia’
Theater owners and filmmakers have long pushed for the entertainment giant to give its movies a Hollywood-style release in cinemas.

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Ambassador Spotlight: Brett LaForest, Guaranty Bank

May 1, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Meet Brett LaForest with Guaranty Bank! He has been an active part of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce for over three years, serving as both a member and volunteering as an ambassador. Brett brings […]

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  • Crowder College’s 2026 Vet Tech Graduates Hit 100% Pass Rate on Veterinary Technician National Exam
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  • Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University to Host A Beginner’s Guide to SEO Workshop on June 17
  • MAPP Technologies to Host Career Fair on June 20
  • Connect2Culture Presents Annual Liberty Celebration! on June 27
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