US Business
The Former GOP Operative Running a News Site for the ‘Politically Homeless’
Sarah Longwell’s buzzy startup, the Bulwark, is attracting investors including James and Kathryn Murdoch and Melinda French Gates
Year: 2026
US Business
Why Oil Prices Haven’t Shot Through the Roof—Yet
The prospects for a peace deal, falling Chinese demand and some workarounds to the Strait of Hormuz closure have helped to stop the crude market from going haywire.
Community
Solace House of the Ozarks to Host Food Fight for the 4-States Fundraiser on June 16
Solace House of the Ozarks invites the community to join them on Tuesday, June 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm for Food Fight of the 4-States! This mouth-watering fundraiser is a showdown featuring local restaurants […]
US Business
SpaceX’s IPO Proves the Power of Elon Musk’s ‘Superlative’ Strategy
The rocket company might never accomplish everything it has told investors, but it has met the original goal of reigniting interest in space.
Events
JATSO to Host Policy Board Public Meeting on June 18
There will be a public meeting of the Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization (JATSO) Policy Board on Thursday, June 18 at 1:30 pm in the Joplin City Hall Fifth Floor Study, 602 South Main Street, […]
US Business
SpaceX, Now Worth $2.1 Trillion, Pulls Off Goldilocks Debut
Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire as investors bought into the moonshot AI vision in a remarkably smooth IPO.
Government
Joplin Regional Airport Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Passenger Facility Charge; Feedback Needed by July 12
The City of Joplin and Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) are inviting the public to review and provide comments on the airport’s proposed Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Application projects. A Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) is a […]
Information Technology & Innovation
Sparklight Invests Nearly $23 Million to Enhance Connectivity in Joplin
(Joplin, MO) – Sparklight, a leading broadband provider, has invested nearly $23 million over the past three years to expand and enhance its fiber-rich network in Joplin and surrounding areas, helping deliver faster connectivity and […]
Community
Downtown Joplin Alliance to Host June’s Third Thursday Event: ‘You Belong in Joplin’ Celebration
(Joplin, MO) – Downtown Joplin Alliance and the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce’s You Belong work group will partner again for the “You Belong Celebration” during Third Thursday on June 18, 2026! This exciting evening […]
Health Care
Freeman Health System Names Dr. Scott Musick as Market Chief Medical Officer for Arkansas
Freeman Health System is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Musick, D.O., as Market Chief Medical Officer, Arkansas market, effective June 14. Dr. Musick brings nearly two decades of clinical experience to the role, […]