US Business
Storied Toolmaker Closes Its Last Hometown Plant—and Blames Its Tape Measures
Stanley Black & Decker says fewer buyers want the Connecticut plant’s single-sided tape measures, preferring double-sided ones made abroad.
Year: 2026
US Business
Barry Diller Says He Would Buy CNN ‘Tonight’
The media executive also said he looked at a deal for Vox.
US Business
Ken Griffin Says New York ‘Doesn’t Welcome Success’ Under Mamdani
The billionaire suggested that his firm’s expansion will focus on Miami after the New York City mayor criticized his $238 million home.
US Business
James Murdoch in Talks to Buy Vox’s New York Magazine and Podcast Division
A challenging advertising market, changes in search traffic and increased competition have forced digital-media firms to recalibrate.
Government
U.S. Small Business Administration Offers Relief to Missouri Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by Drought
(Washington, D.C.) — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans to small businesses and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Missouri to offset economic losses caused by drought beginning […]
Entertainment
Nexus, an OCH Event Center to Host Mother’s Day Succulent Making Class on May 9
This Mother’s Day weekend, celebrate the moms, grandmas, bonus moms, and mother figures in your life with a meaningful, hands-on experience. Nexus, an OCH Event Center is proud to host a Mother’s Day Succulent Making […]
Entertainment
Connect2Culture Presents Arkansauce on May 16 as the Finale of Their 2025–2026 Season
Join Connect2Culture (C2C) as they close out their season with a band that brings energy, virtuosity, and a fresh twist on a beloved sound: Arkansauce! During this outdoor performance on the Leggett & Platt Green at […]
Chamber Updates
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and ALLO Fiber Announce 2026 Golden Apple Award Winners
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and ALLO Fiber are thrilled to announce the winners for the 2026 Golden Apple Awards. For 41 years, the Golden Apple Awards have recognized excellence […]
US Business
Fresenius Medical Care Posts Lower Net Profit on One-Off Costs
The dialysis specialist started restructuring its U.S. network by exiting 64 of up to 100 clinics.
US Business
Why the Collapse of Spirit Airlines Means Higher Fares for Everyone
The defunct budget airline had long been a competitive force on lower-cost tickets.