September 2026 – Page 7 – Joplin Business Outlook

Barry Diller Withdraws Bid for MGM Resorts

September 23, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The billionaire had been in talks with the casino operator after offering in June to take a majority stake.

Group of World Leaders Push for Global Controls on AI

September 23, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Plus, a perfect storm for the benchmark Treasury yield and the global fuel supply squeeze is jacking up costs beyond the gas pump.

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Activist Starboard Urges Construction Company to Explore Sale

September 23, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off

Knife River’s stock dropped over 7% Wednesday after the company predicted continued headwinds.

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Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri Announce 2026 Club Conmingo Gala: Casino Royale on October 10

September 23, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The stakes are high, but the impact is even greater at the Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri’s 2026 Club Conmingo Gala: Casino Royale! You’re invited to an unforgettable evening of elegance, entertainment, and […]

Banking & Finance

First Community Bank Announces Promotions

September 23, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Batesville, AR) – First Community Bank recently announced a series of promotions recognizing outstanding team members across its footprint, underscoring the bank’s commitment to developing internal talent and supporting continued growth. The promotions were announced […]

Watered Gardens Ministries to Host 2026 Empty Bowl Presale Event on September 19–26

September 23, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Join Watered Gardens Ministries for their 13th annual Empty Bowls presale event! Reminiscent of the “soup lines” from the mid 1930’s, Empty Bowls is a grass roots fundraiser brought to people in cities and towns around the […]

Joplin Health Department Receives Grants for Dementia Support and Safe Driving Education

September 23, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Joplin Health Department is the recipient of two grant awards that will serve populations with very different needs. For the first time, the Health Department has been selected for a $1,000 grant from the […]

Events

The Alliance of Southwest Missouri to Host Daddy-Daughter Disco on October 3

September 23, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Alliance of Southwest Missouri is excited to invite dads and daughters to a night out at the disco at their Daddy-Daughter Disco event on October 3! Grab your dancing shoes and your disco girl(s) […]