US Business
Elon Musk Gets $7 Billion in Fresh Financing for Twitter Deal
A Saudi prince, Larry Ellison and a bitcoin exchange are among a group of 19 investors who have committed more than $7 billion to back the Tesla CEO’s bid for Twitter.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Peloton Seeks Minority Investment to Shore Up Business
The fitness company is targeting potential investors including industry players and private-equity firms that could take a stake of around 15% to 20%, according to people familiar with the matter.
Government
Project Improvements to Impact Intersection of 32nd Street and Schifferdecker Avenue Starting May 9
Project work along West 32nd Street originally scheduled for the week of May 2, 2022 has been delayed due to weather. Please note that construction will begin Monday, May 9, and will impact traffic flow […]
Small Business/Startups
BBB Business Tip: Five Ways Small Business Owners Can Cope with Inflation
With the U.S. inflation rate hovering around 8%, many small business owners are feeling the squeeze. Inflation is a real problem for small businesses. It can lead to increased prices for goods, services, and the raw […]
US Business
Facebook Deliberately Caused Havoc in Australia to Influence New Law, Whistleblowers Say
When Facebook blocked news pages last year to pre-empt Australian legislation that would force it to pay for content, it also took down hospitals, emergency services and charities. The company says that was inadvertent; whistleblowers allege it was a negotiating tactic.
Nonprofit
Downtown Joplin Alliance Partners with State and Local Groups for the Future of Joplin Union Depot
(Joplin, MO) – Downtown Joplin Alliance (DJA), through their Endangered Properties Program, announced a new partnership with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ (MoDNR) State Historic Preservation Office and The Glenn Group, a Joplin-based firm that […]
Education
Students in Crowder’s Technical Education Center Travel to Jefferson City for Exams
(Jefferson City, MO) – Students in Crowder College’s Technical Education Center’s High School Criminal Justice program recently travelled to Jefferson City to complete their industry-recognized credential through the Missouri Peace Officers Association. Crowder College students […]
US Business
FAA Says It’s Working With Airlines to Ease Florida Flight Disruptions
The flight-safety regulator plans to increase air-traffic control staffing and share information about airspace problems faster as demand surges.
US Business
Shell Takes $3.9 Billion Charge Related to Russia Exit
The oil major is the latest energy giant to document a financial hit from exiting the country following its invasion of Ukraine.
US Business
Telehealth Startup Cerebral to Stop Prescribing Adderall for New Patients
The company, which faces scrutiny over stimulant-prescription practices, will continue to prescribe other controlled substances.