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G-7 Agrees to Release 100 Million Barrels of Diesel and Crude

October 2, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on G-7 Agrees to Release 100 Million Barrels of Diesel and Crude
The announcement would seem to end the threat of a U.S. ban on diesel exports, at least for now.

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Lumos Acquires ALLO Fiber Network in Joplin

October 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(High Point, NC) – Lumos, an industry-leading 100% Fiber Optic Internet provider and network infrastructure developer, announced today that it has completed the acquisition of the fiber network built and operated by ALLO Fiber in […]

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The Community Foundation of the Ozarks Opens $120,000 Everyone Outdoors Program

October 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Community Foundation of the Ozarks is accepting applications for the Everyone Outdoors Grant Program for projects across the CFO’s region. With $120,000 available, the program will support projects that connect residents to natural resources […]

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Sparklight Returns as Presenting Sponsor of Joplin’s North Heights Porchfest

October 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Sparklight, Joplin’s hometown internet and mobile service provider, will return as Presenting Sponsor of the 10th annual North Heights Porchfest on Saturday, October 10. The community event will feature more than 60 […]

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Network Doctor to Host Free Online Seminar ‘Demystifying AI and Spotting Automation Opportunities in Your Workflows’ on October 15

October 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Are you ready to move past the AI hype and start building real tools for your business? In a free webinar on Thursday, October 15, Network Doctor demystifies AI and gives you a practical, step-by-step […]

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Wildwood Senior Living to Host Halloween Festival on October 30

October 2, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Wildwood Senior Living is excited to invite the community to join them for an afternoon of seasonal fun during their Halloween Festival on Friday, October 30! Enjoy carnival games, trick or treating, costumes, and more […]

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OpenAI Fires Researchers for Allegedly Sharing Information with AI Safety Group

October 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on OpenAI Fires Researchers for Allegedly Sharing Information with AI Safety Group
The startup, in the throes of responding to rogue AI incidents, said three employees violated policies for handling sensitive company data.

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Rapha International to Host The Art of Healing Event on October 10

October 1, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Rapha International invites you to an afternoon of hands-on learning on Saturday, October 10 at 2:00 pm! Join their team to celebrate art therapy, healing, creativity, and cake! Design your own edible masterpiece and learn […]

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Boeing Engineers Bless New Contract After Summer Showdown

October 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Boeing Engineers Bless New Contract After Summer Showdown
Stung by a mechanics strike in 2024, the plane maker is trying to avoid a new work stoppage with its engineers and technicians.

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Barbie-Maker Mattel Draws Takeover Interest From Authentic Brands Group

October 1, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Barbie-Maker Mattel Draws Takeover Interest From Authentic Brands Group
The brand-licensing giant has made an approach for the toy maker, which has been dealing with a sliding stock and now a chief-executive transition, according to people familiar with the matter.

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  • Japan’s Top Labor Union Targets Big Pay Bump, in Line With BOJ Aims
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  • Mark Zuckerberg Threatened to Leave California. Meta’s Board Cut Him a Deal.
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  • SpaceX and Tesla Are Joined at the Hip. A Merger Would Make It Formal.
    October 21, 2026 Comments Off on SpaceX and Tesla Are Joined at the Hip. A Merger Would Make It Formal.
  • Musk Says Tesla Aims to Begin Humanoid Robot Sales Next Year
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  • He Self-Funded a $45 Million Nicolas Cage Movie. Then It Was Stolen.
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  • Crossland Construction Company Named a 2026 Construction Industry Workforce Development Award Winner
  • City of Joplin to Host Public Meeting on October 27 to Review Final Phase of Main Street Streetscaping
  • Freeman Health System Receives Major Gift to Children’s Miracle Network from Joplin’s Sam’s Club; Donation to Support Local Families
  • Downtown Joplin Alliance Announces 2026 Holiday Events
  • Japan’s Top Labor Union Targets Big Pay Bump, in Line With BOJ Aims
  • Mark Zuckerberg Threatened to Leave California. Meta’s Board Cut Him a Deal.
  • SpaceX and Tesla Are Joined at the Hip. A Merger Would Make It Formal.
  • Musk Says Tesla Aims to Begin Humanoid Robot Sales Next Year
  • He Self-Funded a $45 Million Nicolas Cage Movie. Then It Was Stolen.
  • Sparklight Opens Fall 2026 Charitable Giving Fund for Nonprofits Across 24 States
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