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One Joplin to Host 2026 Poverty Simulation on October 28

September 25, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

You’re John Smith, recently divorced with two kids and a part-time manufacturing job. Between child-care costs, putting food on the table, and normal day-to-day expenses, money is extremely tight. Then the transmission on your vehicle […]

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City of Joplin Working with North Heights Neighborhood to Seek Historical Designation as 10th Annual Porchfest Approaches

September 25, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Efforts to preserve and improve one Joplin neighborhood through a national historical designation are underway, and it’s drawing even more attention to this artsy, culture-rich district. The City of Joplin is working […]

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FIRST COMMUNITY BANK ANNOUNCES PROMOTIONS

September 25, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Batesville, AR (September 21, 2026) – First Community Bank recently announced a series of promotions recognizing outstanding team members across its footprint, underscoring the bank’s commitment to developing internal talent and supporting continued growth. The […]

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JATSO Seeking Public Comments on FY2026–2029 TIP Amendment 5

September 25, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization (JATSO) is seeking a 7-day public comment period for an amendment to the 2026-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP contains transportation and transit projects in the Joplin Metropolitan […]

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The Rise of the Almost-Premium Credit Card

September 24, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Rise of the Almost-Premium Credit Card
Higher annual fees on top-tier cards have led to a reshuffling of the market, with cards just below that level targeting the not-quite-rich enough.

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Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Is Fueled With $30 Billion of His Fortune

September 24, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Is Fueled With $30 Billion of His Fortune
The space company wants to rapidly boost revenue over the next few years, betting its huge rockets will make it a powerful industry player.

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MGM Resorts Eyeing Bid for Barry Diller’s People Incorporated

September 24, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on MGM Resorts Eyeing Bid for Barry Diller’s People Incorporated
The billionaire’s company, which has a stake in MGM, also owns titles including Food & Wine magazine.

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Freedom of Flight Museum to Host Wings & Wheels Car Show and Fly-In on October 3

September 24, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Freedom of Flight Museum, Higher Power Garage, and Our Veterans First are excited to invite the community to their Wings & Wheels Car Show and Fly-In on Saturday, October 3! Join them from 12:00 to […]

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Trump Administration Seeks to Stabilize Ties During Summit With Xi

September 24, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Trump Administration Seeks to Stabilize Ties During Summit With Xi
Plus, Senate Republicans squash the latest measure to end the Iran War and Jeff Bezos has invested $30 billion of his own fortune in Blue Origin.

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Freeman Health System’s Helping Friends Fund Helps Women in Need Receive Free Mammograms

September 24, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Diagnosing cancer in its earliest stages provides the best chance for survival, considering a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States every two minutes, according to the Mayo Clinic. […]

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  • JATSO Seeking Public Comments on FY2026–2029 TIP Amendment 5
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