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Joplin Area Chamber Of Commerce Announces 2020 Business Of The Year Awards, Sponsored By BKD CPAs & Advisors

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and BKD CPAs & Advisors are excited to present the 2020 Business of the Year Awards. This year, 22 member businesses were nominated by area business […]

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The Incredible Shrinking GM: Mary Barra Bets That Smaller Is Better

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Incredible Shrinking GM: Mary Barra Bets That Smaller Is Better
The CEO streamlined a company that for decades reigned as the world’s largest auto maker. Now, she is readying for the next big bet: electric cars.

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SoftBank Sells Brightstar, Carrying On Its Divestiture Spree

September 18, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on SoftBank Sells Brightstar, Carrying On Its Divestiture Spree
Japan’s SoftBank continued a remarkable string of asset sales, saying it is selling U.S.-based wireless-services unit Brightstar to a private-equity firm founded by a former Brightstar executive.

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Oracle, Walmart Aim for Significant Stakes in TikTok

September 17, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Oracle, Walmart Aim for Significant Stakes in TikTok
Backers of plans for Oracle to join with TikTok to create a new U.S. company for the video-sharing app are working on a new ownership structure aimed at alleviating U.S. concerns over Chinese control.

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Snowflake CEO Slootman Scores IPO Hat Trick With Big Bet on Data

September 17, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Snowflake CEO Slootman Scores IPO Hat Trick With Big Bet on Data
With Snowflake’s supercharged IPO this week, Chief Executive Frank Slootman has achieved a rare investment trifecta: delivering three of the hottest tech public stock offerings of their time.

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Freeman Among Nation’s Top Hospitals for Heart Attack Patient Care

September 17, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System is one of only 124 hospitals nationwide to receive the American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2020. The award recognizes […]

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Soroptimist Live Your Dream Award – Applications Being Accepted through 11/15/20

September 17, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) –  The Soroptimist International of Joplin is currently seeking applicants for the Soroptimist Live Your Dream Award at joplinsoroptimist.org/awards.html. Applicants may be redirected to another Soroptimist Club’s application portal depending on their zip […]

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Facebook to Curb Internal Debate Over Sensitive Issues Amid Staff Discord

September 17, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Facebook to Curb Internal Debate Over Sensitive Issues Amid Staff Discord
Facebook is moving to curb internal debate around divisive political and social topics, Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg said, after a spate of disputes and criticism that has fueled discord among staffers.

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Moderna’s Covid-19 Vaccine Study Results Could Come in Late October

September 17, 2020 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Moderna’s Covid-19 Vaccine Study Results Could Come in Late October
A large, pivotal study of Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine could yield a preliminary answer about whether the shot works safely as early as October, though it’s more likely to be November, the company’s leader said.

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COVID-19 Missouri Economy Indicators

September 17, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

The newest issue of the Missouri Economy Indicators is now available. Issue 13 explores how online job postings in Missouri have changed overtime in response to COVID-19. Access the brief here or view our full […]

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  • Wildcat Glades Nature Group Releases Their March 2026 Program List
  • JATSO Seeking Public Comments on FY2026–2029 Amendment 3 Until February 26
  • KPM CPAs & Advisors Welcomes Alexi Ridenhour
  • The Lt. Governor’s Office is Accepting Nominations for Senior Service Awards
  • Steel Dynamics, SGH Raise BlueScope Steel Takeover Bid to $11 Billion
  • Top Lawyers’ Fees Have Skyrocketed. Be Prepared to Pay $3,400 an Hour.
  • Mark Zuckerberg Grilled on Usage Goals and Underage Users at California Trial
  • In First Since WWII, Navy to Hire Company to Oversee Shipbuilding Project
  • To Curb Microplastics, Consumers and Companies Seek More Durable Solutions
  • Joplin Lions Club to Host Free Community Wellness Event
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