US Business
Ratings for Olympics Opening Ceremony Fall 36%
Tokyo’s kickoff came a year late and without fans because of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Apple, Amazon, Tesla Set to Post Results
More than a third of the S&P 500—including McDonald’s, Ford and Exxon—are expected to provide quarterly updates in the coming week.
US Business
Chicago Casino Would Be Costly, Gambling Operators Say
Chicago is hoping a megacasino will aid its underfunded pensions but such projects face high costs and potential for political and zoning issues.
US Business
The Boss Wants You Back in the Office. Like, Now.
Companies are starting to summon workers back, though many employees have said they prefer more flexible office schedules. “We can’t be a great company working remotely.”
Events
Joplin to Mark 150th Anniversary of City’s Platting
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Celebrations Commission will mark the 150th anniversary of the platting of the City of Joplin on Wednesday, July 28 at 9:00 am.. The public is invited to the event, which […]
US Business
Kimberly-Clark Plans Higher Prices Through Next Year
The consumer-goods maker lowered its sales and profit outlook, as rising materials costs and weaker demand for paper products weighed on its second-quarter results.
Government
City of Joplin Announces Street Closure at 4th and Geneva Avenue Starting July 26
(Joplin, MO) – The City of Joplin announced there will be a road closure at 4th Street and Geneva Avenue from Monday, July 26 through Friday, July 30. This closure, just east of Range Line […]
US Business
GM Recalls Chevy Bolts for Second Time Due to Fire Risk
The company is asking owners of 2017-19 model year Bolts to keep their electric-vehicle charges at a certain level and to park the cars outside after charging them.
Education
Franklin Technology Center Offers Specialized Training for Businesses
Are you looking for specialized training, like CPR courses or welding? Franklin Technology Center (FTC) offers career and technical educational courses for students of all ages. Their hands-on programming extends to onsite and offsite training […]
US Business
NBCUniversal Bets Olympics Can Vault Peacock Ahead in Streaming Contest
Comcast’s streaming service is featuring original programming around the Tokyo Games—much of it free, including a recap show with Snoop Dogg and Kevin Hart