US Business
There’s a Carbon Dioxide Shortage, and Food and Drink Makers are Scrambling
Companies including Tyson Foods and Kraft Heinz have been searching for carbon dioxide as supply disruptions this summer exacerbated shortages.
Articles by Erin Slifka
Events
Ronald McDonald House Charities to Host 24th Annual Golf Ball Drop
(Joplin, MO) – As part of their 24th Annual Golf Tournament, Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States will host a Golf Ball Drop on September 1 at 7:00 pm at Twin Hills Golf […]
US Business
SpaceX to Connect Cellphones to Satellites in T-Mobile Deal
Elon Musk unveiled a plan to use the rocket company’s satellites to provide connections to T-Mobile cellphones across the U.S., including in remote areas with no current wireless service.
US Business
Twitter Ordered to Provide Subset of Elon Musk’s Request for Data
A Delaware judge has asked Twitter to produce historical snapshot of accounts reviewed by company to determine the number of spam and fake accounts on its platform.
US Business
Student-Loan Plan Ignites Debate Over Inflation, Budget Risks
The move to cancel up to $20,000 in student debt for millions of borrowers will have economic consequences, including on inflation, consumer behavior and government budgets, though the degree of those effects is uncertain.
Education
Join Lions Level Up for Missouri Southern State University Homecoming 2022
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) invites the community to partner with them for their 2022 Homecoming Parade on Saturday, October 8. Join MSSU and other partners for an exciting day of music, community pride, and […]
US Business
Ford Trucks in $1.7 Billion Verdict Weren’t Subject to Tougher Safety Rules
Auto regulators later applied stiffer roof-strength requirements to heavier trucks. Ford maintains the design was safe.
Government
Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for August 25, 2022
Governor Calls Extra Session At the end of June, the governor vetoed several agriculture tax credits and a taxpayer rebate program passed by the General Assembly during the 2022 legislative session. In an effort to help our […]
Education
You’re Invited to the Artemis 1 Launch with Creative Learning Alliance, NASA, and Eagle Picher!
The Creative Learning Alliance invites you to join them for their Artemis 1 Launch Parties on Monday, August 29, 2022, at 7:30 am or 6:30 pm! Participants will get to watch NASA’s launch of the […]
US Business
Boeing Employees Working on FAA’s Behalf Report Less Interference
An internal survey found 14% of employees working on regulators’ behalf reported perceived interference; a 2019 survey found 40% reported “undue pressure.”