US Business
Hands-Free Driving Systems Confuse Drivers, but Carmakers Push for More
The NHTSA is investigating Ford’s product after deadly crashes. The company’s research during development showed the technology can be misunderstood.
Year: 2026
US Business
Big Tech Companies Prepare to Skirt Trump’s $100,000 H-1B Fee
Some giant firms are discussing ways to avoid paying. Smaller ones have fewer options.
US Business
Activist Investor Pushes Warner to Walk Away From Netflix Deal
Ancora has built a roughly $200 million stake in Warner Bros. Discovery and favors a deal with David Ellison’s Paramount Skydance.
US Business
Behind Trump’s Push to Remake the Kennedy Center in His Own Image
The venerated cultural institution is facing falling ticket sales and canceled performances.
US Business
Treasury Allows U.S. Companies to Provide Supplies to Venezuela for Oil Production
The Trump administration put out a new general license authorizing equipment and technology transactions.
Chamber Updates
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and ALLO Fiber Presented the 2025–2026 Golden Apple Awards
Nominations for the 2025–2026 Golden Apple Awards, powered by ALLO Fiber, are now open until Monday, March 9 at 5:00 pm. This will be the 41st year of the awards, which are meant to recognize […]
Events
King Style Dog Boarding Updates for February 2026
King Style Dog Boarding is excited to announce several new offerings for the month of February, including several fun Valentine’s Day options for our furry friends. Learn more below! VIP Suites King Style Dog Boarding […]
Community
Joplin Public Library Announces Joplin Reads Together 2026 Title
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Public Library is excited to announce The Correspondent by Virginia Evans as the 2026 Joplin Reads Together book selection. Published in 2025, The Correspondent is Evans’ debut novel. This word-of-mouth hit […]
Events
February 2026 News & Updates from Missouri SBDC
Join the Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) as they celebrate entrepreneurship and continue to foster and support the vibrant business community of our area. Whether you’re looking to expand your skillset, […]
US Business
Kering Targets Return to Growth as Push to Get Gucci Back in Fashion Continues
Gucci sales were down 16% on year. In the previous three months the label’s sales fell 18%.