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Purdue Lawyers Face Disclosure Questions Over Sackler Defense Deal

February 13, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Purdue Lawyers Face Disclosure Questions Over Sackler Defense Deal
The law firms defending Purdue Pharma in probes into its OxyContin painkiller didn’t disclose an existing deal with Purdue’s owners to keep information shared between them confidential when the drugmaker filed for bankruptcy.

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Facebook Meets Apple in Clash of the Tech Titans—‘We Need to Inflict Pain’

February 12, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Facebook Meets Apple in Clash of the Tech Titans—‘We Need to Inflict Pain’
CEOs Mark Zuckerberg and Tim Cook are at odds over privacy, power and dueling visions of the internet. Their rivalry is increasingly personal—and public.

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Opioid Settlement Tax Breaks Sought by Drug Firms

February 12, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Opioid Settlement Tax Breaks Sought by Drug Firms
Johnson & Johnson as well as the distributors McKesson, AmerisourceBergen and Cardinal Health stand to reap about $1 billion each.

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How Car Makers Collided With a Global Chip Shortage

February 12, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How Car Makers Collided With a Global Chip Shortage
Auto demand rebounded from a coronavirus slowdown for Ford, GM, VW and others, but the industry misjudged supply lines of semiconductors that control engines, airbags, touchscreens. “They don’t know how the sausage gets made.”

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Amazon Sues to Prevent New York Lawsuit Over Covid Claims

February 12, 2021 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Amazon Sues to Prevent New York Lawsuit Over Covid Claims
The online retailer said Attorney General Letitia James doesn’t have authority to regulate workplace safety.

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Wisper Internet Hosts “Puppy Love Drive” to Support Rural Animal Rescues

February 12, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

For the month of February, Wisper Internet, LLC will be hosting a Share the Puppy Love Drive to support animal rescues in the rural animals they serve! Items such as food, toys beds, towels, leashes, […]

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What a Bank Needs to See in Your Startup Business Plan

February 12, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

                Written by Kayla Carter of Arvest Bank – Joplin Most startup businesses will require at least some funding from a bank or other financial institution. As a […]

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Public Meeting Set for March 11 to Discuss Permit Renewal of Joplin’s Stormwater System

February 12, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – In accordance with State and Federal regulations, the City of Joplin intends to submit an application for the renewal of its Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit, which is set to […]

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Simmons Banks Accepting Applications for Round Two of PPP

February 12, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

The paycheck protection program is back with round two to help America’s small businesses that have been affected by the pandemic, and Simmons Bank is now accepting applications. This latest round offers more flexibility and […]

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Wisper ISP, LLC Adding Satellite Internet to Service Offerings in Arkansas, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma

February 12, 2021 Erin Slifka 0

(Mascoutah, IL) – Wisper ISP, Inc. is a Wireless Internet Service Provider (WISP). Wisper Internet has been offering satellite as an alternative to their fixed wireless technology for residents in Illinois since 2015. The Wisper […]

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  • Joplin Fire Department’s ISO Rating Stays at 2; Department Remains in Elite Group
  • Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States to Host St. Patrick’s Day 5K on March 14, Presented by TAMKO Building Products
  • Missouri Main Street Connection Convened at the Missouri State Capitol to Share 20 Years of Impact
  • Missouri Southern State University to Host 3rd Annual Rod Anderson Sport and Recreation Management Symposium Featuring Dr. Jason Pappas, NFL, and Collegiate Athletics Leader on March 2
  • Judge Rejects Government Request to Search Washington Post Reporter’s Devices
  • Paramount’s Newest Bid Could Open Door to Beating Netflix Deal, Warner Says
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