2026 – Page 109 – Joplin Business Outlook

America’s Critical-Minerals Strategy Looks Increasingly Chinese

February 3, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The plan for the newly created U.S. Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve borrows from Beijing’s longstanding playbook.

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New York and New Jersey Sue Administration for Withholding Gateway Tunnel Funding

February 3, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The federal government froze the funds over what it said were diversity, equity and inclusion policies.

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The Out-of-This-World Reasons for Elon Musk’s SpaceX Deal

February 3, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off

The billionaire is turning to his old playbook to keep his AI ambitions aloft.

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Connect2Culture’s February Performances Include Javon Jackson Quartet, Glenda Austin, and Aquila Theatre

February 3, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

With jazz from a Carthage native, a patriotic piano performance, and a thrilling mystery performance, February is the perfect time to fall in love with Connect2Culture! Learn more about their upcoming shows below. Javon Jackson […]

Missouri Southern State University Expands Nursing Program with Support from Mercy Hospital Joplin

February 3, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is welcoming a new cohort of nursing students this semester as part of an expansion of its undergraduate nursing program. In addition to admitting a fall nursing cohort, MSSU is […]

Crowder College to Host 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo on April 14; Area Employers Invited to Sign Up Now

February 3, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College would like to invite area businesses to participate in the Spring 2026 Job Fair and Career Expo on April 14, 2026. The event will be held from 9:30 am to […]

Education

University of Missouri Extension to Host Capital, Connections, and Capacity: What Missouri Entrepreneurs Can Access Right Now on February 13

February 3, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

What funding and support are available to Missouri entrepreneurs right now — and how do they connect to these resources? Join the University of Missouri Extension for an informative webinar on Friday, February 13 as […]