US Business
Facebook Parent Meta Hits the Brakes on Hiring as Growth Stalls
The slowdown ends an extended period in which the tech giant added thousands of jobs a year. The company says it has no plans for layoffs.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
J&J Sues Drug-Benefit Middleman Over Drug-Cost Assistance Program
The drugmaker’s lawsuit against SaveOnSP alleges it exploited a financial assistance program designed to help patients cover out-of-pocket costs of prescriptions.
Entertainment
Color Me Rad Webb City to Host Two Family Events
Color Me Rad, LLC will be hosting two family events on May 7 at their Webb City location. Muffins with Mom Saturday, May 7 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm | $15 per mom + […]
Nonprofit
Rapha International: A Message from Director Stephanie Freed
For a child who has experienced severe trauma, the path to recovery is long and complicated. Some days are joyful; and others are full of anger, anxiety, and hopelessness.By committing to a $40 monthly partnership […]
Events
AliceCBD to Host Events on May 13 and 14
aliceCBD will be hosting two painting events on May 13 and May 14 at their Joplin/Loma Linda location. Greater Things Paint Party Event Friday, May 13 | 6:00 to 8:00 pm | $45 per painter […]
US Business
American Consumers Are Shopping, Traveling and Working Out Like It’s 2019
People have returned to their old habits in many ways, while pandemic stars like hand sanitizer and stationary bikes have faded. “I have two years to catch up on, and this is the time.”
Events
The Alliance of Southwest Missouri to Host Responsible Beverage Service Training
The Alliance of Southwest Missouri, along with Community Partnership of the Ozarks, will host a free, 90-minute responsible beverage service training session. This program is designed for anyone who sells alcoholic products, including owners, managers, […]
Events
Joplin Public Library Hosts Star Wars Days — The Library Strikes Back — May 4, 5, and 6
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Public Library is excited to announce Star Wars Days — The Library Strikes Back! This drop-in event will take place all day on May 4, 5, and 6, 2022 during regular library […]
US Business
Starbucks Plans Barista Raises, Says Unionized Cafes Will Need to Bargain
The coffee giant is expanding pay and benefits as a battle between the company and unionized employees is escalating.
US Business
Airbnb Revenue Climbs on Record Nightly Bookings, Higher Prices
The home-sharing giant said it expects to post its first full-year net profit this year after its revenue climbed 70% last quarter as people continued to book rentals despite hosts raising prices.