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Freeman Supporting State Push for Vaccine Distribution

February 10, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System has been designated by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services as a high throughput vaccinator in the State Highway Patrol Troop D. The designation went to hospitals with the […]

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Leadership Joplin 2021 Welcome Gathering

February 10, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Leadership Joplin is off to a great start! The new class of 30 got to know each other during their welcome gathering, where they had to make their way through pirate-themed escape rooms. They were […]

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What Delta’s Big Bet on Blocking Middle Seats Means for Flying

February 10, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on What Delta’s Big Bet on Blocking Middle Seats Means for Flying
The last U.S. airline with this policy has lost fliers to carriers with looser rules. Here’s why Delta is holding out for now.

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Toyota Sees Faster Profit Rebound

February 10, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Toyota Sees Faster Profit Rebound
Toyota has cemented its status as Japan’s healthiest auto maker, boosting its profit projections after a faster-than-expected rebound from the pandemic.

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SoftBank to Make $900 Million Investment in Pacific Biosciences

February 9, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on SoftBank to Make $900 Million Investment in Pacific Biosciences
The investment in the gene-sequencing company, in the form of convertible debt, is designed to help accelerate the commercialization of the company’s technology.

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Twitter Adds Users Through Trump Ban

February 9, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Twitter Adds Users Through Trump Ban
The social-media platform reported continued user growth during a period when it booted the former president from its platform, a move that Twitter’s finance chief said advertisers welcomed.

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Lyft Curbs Losses With Aggressive Cost Cuts

February 9, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Lyft Curbs Losses With Aggressive Cost Cuts
The ride-hailing company reported a narrower annual loss despite a 35% drop in revenue as the pandemic hammered demand.

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Most Salesforce Employees to Work Remotely at Least Part Time

February 9, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Most Salesforce Employees to Work Remotely at Least Part Time
The business-software maker, which employs 54,000 people globally, plans to shrink its real-estate footprint as it looks to embrace more remote work after the pandemic.

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Freeman “Goes Red” to Call Attention to Women’s Heart Disease

February 9, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women, causing one in five deaths each year. But only 55% of women realize heart disease puts their life at risk. Freeman Health System […]

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Volunteers Needed for MSSU’s Annual Dress to Impress Event

February 9, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Missouri Southern State University and Joplin’s Young Professionals Network is seeking volunteers for its annual Dress to Impress event. Help over 400 MSSU students build their professional wardrobe by assisting with the community volunteer days […]

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