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Crowder College’s Business and Industry Training Opportunities for February and March

February 3, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Crowder College Training & Development Solutions is offering a variety of business and industry training courses in February and March of 2021, as well as some courses in April and May. Computer Training: Microsoft […]

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What is Elder Law and What Adjustments Do I Need to Make to My Estate Plan as I Age?

February 3, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

Written by Christopher W. Dumm, The Law Office of Christopher W. Dumm Elder law is the legal field dedicated to working out how families can affordably get their aging or ill loved ones the care they […]

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Mercy to Offer Virtual Heart Health Seminar on February 23

February 3, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – February is American Heart Month, and Mercy Hospital Joplin isn’t going to let the COVID-19 pandemic keep them from helping the community learn about protecting their heart health!  Join us Tuesday, February […]

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Chipotle’s Covid-19 Costs Weigh on Its Profit

February 2, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Chipotle’s Covid-19 Costs Weigh on Its Profit
The burrito chain said its labor expenses rose in the latest quarter as the Covid-19 pandemic worsened. Online orders increased sharply.

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Hackers Lurked in SolarWinds Email System for at Least 9 Months

February 2, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Hackers Lurked in SolarWinds Email System for at Least 9 Months
SolarWinds CEO Sudhakar Ramakrishna says hackers accessed at least one of the company’s Office 365 accounts by December 2019, and then leapfrogged to other accounts used by the company.

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Jeff Bezos to Step Down as Amazon CEO; Andy Jassy to Take Over

February 2, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Jeff Bezos to Step Down as Amazon CEO; Andy Jassy to Take Over
The company announced changing roles as it reported that revenue in the fourth quarter soared 44% to $125.56 billion.

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Google Rides Global Ad Recovery to Record Revenue

February 2, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Google Rides Global Ad Recovery to Record Revenue
The internet titan’s earnings reflected a continuing recovery in global ad spending that took a hit in early 2020 when people paused travel plans and other purchases.

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UPS’s Revenue Jumps 21% on Online Shopping Surge

February 2, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on UPS’s Revenue Jumps 21% on Online Shopping Surge
Operating profit increased 26% in the quarter ended Dec. 31, a sign that added fees and a hard-line approach to volume limits helped offset higher expenses.

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Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to Offer Free COVID Testing on February 5

February 2, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The City of Joplin and Jasper County Health Departments announced on February 1 there will be community COVID-19 testing site offered on Friday, February 5 at Access Family Care, 530 S. Maiden […]

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February’s Upcoming Trainings and Webinars from Missouri SBDC

February 2, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will be holding several trainings throughout this month. Sign up for one today! QuickBooks Desktop: Utilization, Tips, and Tricks Thursday, February 4, […]

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