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The Middle East Has Been Good for Trump’s Bottom Line
Plus, SpaceX showed investors an AI device prototype, and Mars tries to make a naturally blue M&M.
Year: 2026
Chamber Updates
Ambassador Spotlight: Jamie Strickland, Southwest Missouri Bank
Meet Jamie Strickland, Vice President, Marketing Manager for Southwest Missouri Bank (SMB). She’s been a dedicated part of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce for 10 years. She brings a strong commitment to community, connection, […]
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Inside the Multimillion Dollar Saga to Make a Naturally Blue M&M
Watch the complicated process behind making M&M’s with natural dyes.
Chamber Updates
Monthly Chamber Membership Renewals
Thank you to every member who renewed their membership this past month! And thank you to our renewals sponsor, Southwest Missouri Bank. 2025 Business Builder Coaching and Training 2005 Children’s Haven of Southwest Missouri, Inc. 2009 […]
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The World’s Top Economists Are Sounding the Alarm on AI
Several have joined the chorus of voices warning about the potential global fallout if the AI boom turns to bust.
Chamber Updates
June 2026 Ribbon Cuttings
Congratulations to all our members who recently celebrated their accomplishments with ribbon cuttings! Schroeder Family Exploreum Neely Myers, Executive Director 300 S. Main Street Celebrating Their Grand Opening Leadership Joplin Class of 2026 Jess Sickman, […]
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McKinsey Shakes Up Its Board After Scandals Over Past Work With Clients
The move creates a separate chair role to strengthen oversight of the elite consulting firm.
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Google Must Pay Nearly $2 Billion to Klarna in Antitrust Case
A Swedish court ruled that the search giant favored its own price-comparison service over Klarna’s.
Chamber Updates
Welcome New Members
The Chamber’s Board of Directors and staff are pleased to welcome our newest Chamber Members. Please keep these and all members in mind when looking for goods and services. Drew’s Glam Crew Stylist 705 South […]
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How Western Automakers Are Losing Their Grip on the Chinese Market
Local EV rivals have almost entirely elbowed out foreign brands with a faster, more tech-focused approach to building cars.