Events
Job-a-Palooza to Be Hosted on April 14
(Joplin, MO) – Job-A-Palooza is back on April 14 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the ETG Sports & Event Center, 1107 N. Prosperity Avenue in Joplin. The first 400 people to complete the […]
Articles by Erin Slifka
Government
The White Pages: An Update from Senator Bill White for March 24, 2022
Returning to the Capitol I returned to the Capitol late Sunday afternoon to prepare for the busy week that always follows our spring recess. On March 23, I presented Senate Bill 953 to the Senate Commerce Committee […]
US Business
Uber Will List All New York City Taxis on Its App
The alliance could ease Uber’s driver shortage and temper high fares while directing more business to cabdrivers, whose livelihoods were affected by the emergence of car-sharing apps and the pandemic.
Banking & Finance
BBB Business Tip: How to Separate Business and Personal Finances
For many entrepreneurs, it can be difficult to separate business and personal finances. Whether it’s a small-business owner who is just starting or a veteran business owner with a successful enterprise, it can be difficult […]
Nonprofit
Joplin Regional Community Foundation Establishes the Answering the Call Fund to Support Children of Fallen or Injured Officers
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Regional Community Foundation (JRCF) is pleased to announce the establishment of the Answering the Call Fund. This new charitable fund will support children of public safety officers in Jasper and […]
US Business
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Boosts Prices for Internet Service, Rocket Launches
The space company points to inflationary pressures as the reason for its price increases.
Events
Joplin Parks & Recreation Offers Flashlight Egg Hunt
Joplin, MO (3/21/2022) – The Joplin Parks and Recreation Department has added a twist to the traditional egg hunt… hunting in the DARK! Children ages 3-10 are invited to hop on over to the Gene […]
US Business
Alibaba’s Russia Venture Puts Chinese E-Commerce Giant in Awkward Spot
Russia had been a rare bright spot for Alibaba’s international e-commerce business. Now it is just another headache.
US Business
Airline CEOs Ask Biden to Drop Mask Requirement for Planes and Airports
Chief executives of major passenger and cargo airlines pressed President Biden to do away with the requirement that passengers wear masks on planes and in airports.
US Business
Toshiba Shareholders Reject Plan to Break Into Two Parts
The move reflects strong opposition from foreign shareholders including some who want the company to be auctioned to the highest bidder.