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Joplin Little Theatre Update: Change in 2021–2022 Season Schedule

October 6, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Due to circumstances beyond our control, Joplin Little Theatre (JLT) must cancel the performances of Plaid Tidings, which would have run from December 1–5, 2021. JPL will replace this showing with a play titled Six […]

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Joplin Writers’ Faire Returns to Library

October 6, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – After a yearlong hiatus, the Joplin Writers’ Faire returns to the Joplin Public Library (JPL)! This year’s event features 15 local and regional authors who specialize in a variety of genres and […]

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Clays for a Cause 2021 to Be Held on October 9

October 6, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Ready, aim, pull! It is time for the 8th Annual Clays for a Cause event benefitting Bill & Virginia Leffen Center for Autism. Pro-level and hunter-class shooters are all welcome to take […]

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Carl Icahn Holds Significant Stake in Southwest Gas, Opposes Planned Deal

October 5, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Carl Icahn Holds Significant Stake in Southwest Gas, Opposes Planned Deal
The activist investor is pushing the Nevada utility to abandon a planned acquisition of Dominion Energy’s Questar Pipeline and focus on improving its share price instead.

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Downtown Joplin Alliance Appoints Two to Board of Directors

October 5, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Downtown Joplin Alliance (DJA) has named two new board members to its board of directors, Luke Gibson and Jaron Scott. Both board member terms began in September 2021. Luke Gibson is a […]

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Facebook Whistleblower’s Testimony Builds Momentum for Tougher Tech Laws

October 5, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Facebook Whistleblower’s Testimony Builds Momentum for Tougher Tech Laws
Frances Haugen detailed to a Senate panel the internal documents she gathered showing a range of negative impacts from the company’s products—revelations that senators said would build momentum for tougher regulations on Big Tech.

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Individual Membership Introduction: Jason Yost

October 5, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Hello, I wanted to take the opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Jason Yost and I’m a new member to the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce. I work in a business development role for […]

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BKD CPAs & Advisors to Host Webinar Over Private School Rules and Regulations

October 5, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Join BKD CPAs & Advisors and presenters Nicole Fishback, Justin Grant, and Joseph Blatt for What Every Private School Should Know About Executive Compensation Rules & Regulations. It’s no secret that compensation is a sensitive topic. […]

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PepsiCo Juggles Strong Demand, Supply-Chain Challenges

October 5, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on PepsiCo Juggles Strong Demand, Supply-Chain Challenges
Doritos 3D Crunch and Mtn Dew Flamin’ Hot helped drive higher revenue for the latest quarter, but profit fell as costs increased. The company raised its guidance for the full year.

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Missouri Southern State University Announces Enrollment Numbers and New Programs

October 5, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Enrollment numbers for the Fall 2021 semester have been announced at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU). There are currently 4,358 students enrolled in classes. “We are committed to the success of each […]

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