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Spread of Electric Cars Sparks Fights for Control Over Charging

October 17, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Spread of Electric Cars Sparks Fights for Control Over Charging
As utilities seek approval to invest millions of dollars in upgrading their infrastructure to accommodate car charging, their efforts are drawing opposition from consumer advocates, oil companies and startups.

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With Fewer Covid-19 Curbs, South’s Economy Outperforms Nation

October 17, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on With Fewer Covid-19 Curbs, South’s Economy Outperforms Nation
The South offers a stark example of what happens to an economy when measures are less stringent: Lowest unemployment rates in the nation, relatively strong job openings—but bigger rise in infections and deaths.

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Twitter and Facebook Face Concerns Over Election Interference, Censorship

October 16, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Twitter and Facebook Face Concerns Over Election Interference, Censorship
When the New York Post published articles based on email exchanges with Hunter Biden, social-media companies saw the situation as one they spent years preparing for. Their actions drew a mixture of support and criticism.

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Zuckerberg, Dorsey and Pichai to Testify on Content Policies

October 16, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Zuckerberg, Dorsey and Pichai to Testify on Content Policies
CEOs of Facebook, Twitter and YouTube-parent Alphabet Inc. will appear before a Senate committee on Oct. 28 to face questioning about their policies for moderating content on their internet platforms.

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Airlines Plan for Prolonged Coronavirus Travel Drought

October 16, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Airlines Plan for Prolonged Coronavirus Travel Drought
Airlines likely have enough cash to withstand a prolonged downturn, analysts say. But it will be years before passenger demand recovers, chief United and Delta executives said this week.

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Economic Growth Tour 2020 Highlights

October 16, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

The Joplin Chamber and MOKAN Partnership hosted its annual economic growth tour on Friday, October 16th giving individuals a behind the scenes tour of Joplin. This year’s tour focused on the diverse business make-up of […]

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MSSU Announces Plans for 75th Commencement Ceremonies

October 16, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The 75th commencement ceremony at Missouri Southern State University will be presented as a walk-through celebration to be held Dec. 11-12 in the Leggett & Platt Athletic Center. Graduating seniors from both the […]

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Joplin Public Library Announces Extensive Open-Hour Additions

October 16, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Public Library is pleased to announce an expansion to their business hours. Starting the week of October 19, the Library will be open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am to […]

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Freeman Physician Receives MOCAN Healthcare Professional Award

October 16, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The Missouri Council for Activity and Nutrition (MOCAN) awarded the 9th Annual MOCAN Healthcare Professional Award to Dr. Henry Petry, Freeman Center for Geriatric Medicine Medical Director on October 15. This award […]

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How Mark Zuckerberg Became a Political Animal

October 16, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How Mark Zuckerberg Became a Political Animal
Facebook’s CEO long left politics and policy to deputies. No more. As the company’s influence has grown, and with it controversies, political acumen has become an essential tool.

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