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Month: May 2026

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Leadership Joplin Class of 2026 Announces Class Project ‘Joplin: Beyond Route 66’

May 21, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The Leadership Joplin Class of 2026 is proud to announce its class project, “Joplin: Beyond Route 66,” an initiative designed to celebrate the city’s rich history while encouraging both visitors and local […]

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City of Joplin Offices Closed for Memorial Day on May 25, 2026; Residential Trash Service Adjusted

May 21, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

In recognition of the Memorial Day holiday, the City of Joplin offices will be closed on Monday, May 25. This closing includes the Joplin Recycling Center, Public Transit services, and the Joplin History & Mineral […]

Education

Joplin Schools Promotes Next Director of Special Education

May 21, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Schools is excited to announce that Julie Jasper has been approved by the Board of Education to serve as the district’s next Director of Special Education starting on July 1. She […]

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Spiva Center for the Arts to Host 18th Annual Art on Tap on June 6

May 21, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – George A. Spiva Center of the Arts is hosting the 18th annual Art on Tap, a celebration of brews, bites, music, and art. Art on Tap Saturday, June 6 | 6:00 to […]

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The Secrets Revealed in SpaceX’s IPO Filing

May 20, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Secrets Revealed in SpaceX’s IPO Filing
Documents related to SpaceX’s initial public offering show the company is unprofitable and CEO Elon Musk controls 85% of the vote.

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Apartment Owners AvalonBay and Equity Residential Near Deal to Combine

May 20, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Apartment Owners AvalonBay and Equity Residential Near Deal to Combine
Two big apartment owners, AvalonBay Communities and Equity Residential, are nearing a deal to combine in a bid to create a multifamily real-estate giant, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Natural Food Colors Embraced by MAHA Linked to Health Problems

May 20, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Natural Food Colors Embraced by MAHA Linked to Health Problems
Natural food colors—not just artificial dyes—are associated with an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes and cancer, new research shows.

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SpaceX Fires Starting Gun on Its Blockbuster IPO

May 20, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on SpaceX Fires Starting Gun on Its Blockbuster IPO
The Elon Musk-led company filed an investor prospectus for a stock offering expected to raise potentially $80 billion or more as soon as mid-June.

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Target Reports Strongest Sales Gain in Years but Sounds Note of Caution

May 20, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Target Reports Strongest Sales Gain in Years but Sounds Note of Caution
After a string of weak results, the retailer said more shoppers are gravitating to its refreshed products and stores.

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Joplin Public Library Presents 2026 Summer Reading Program Beginning May 26

May 20, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Joplin Public Library (JPL) is excited to present their annual all-ages Summer Reading Program from May 26 through July 19, with the theme “Unearth A Story.” Those who participate will be exploring all things dinosaurs, […]

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  • Corporate America’s Profits Are Booming—and Signal More Good Times Ahead
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  • Car Sunroofs Keep ‘Spontaneously’ Exploding—and the Problem Is Getting Worse
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  • The World’s Drinks Order Is In. Distillers Were Expecting More.
    August 30, 2026 Comments Off on The World’s Drinks Order Is In. Distillers Were Expecting More.
  • The College Enrollment Crisis Is Coming for Bigger Schools
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  • The Midwestern Burger Chain That’s Going Full MAGA
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  • Area Realtors Invited to Discover Joplin Schools on September 21
  • Freeman Health System to Host Breast Cancer Survivors Health Fair on September 17
  • Corporate America’s Profits Are Booming—and Signal More Good Times Ahead
  • Car Sunroofs Keep ‘Spontaneously’ Exploding—and the Problem Is Getting Worse
  • The World’s Drinks Order Is In. Distillers Were Expecting More.
  • The College Enrollment Crisis Is Coming for Bigger Schools
  • The Midwestern Burger Chain That’s Going Full MAGA
  • PayPal Shares Dive Premarket on Report of Advent, Stripe Abandoning Takeover Plan
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  • Rhonda Cottrell: Thank you, Doug Heady, for keeping us informed about the weather. I appreciate your efforts!
  • Grace Bisonkasynopolska: Sounds like an interesting event. I wonder what kind of local vendors will be there.
  • Dorothy: Is Lindsey still with KOAM . She is outstanding!
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