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Oracle’s Ellison Now Rivals Musk as World’s Richest Person. See How Their Wealth Compares.

September 10, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Oracle’s Ellison Now Rivals Musk as World’s Richest Person. See How Their Wealth Compares.
A comparison of the corporate holdings, properties and pursuits of Larry Ellison, the co-founder of Oracle, and Elon Musk, who holds the title of world’s richest person.

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Free Event: Prairie Day, September 13th

September 10, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

DIAMOND, Mo. – Prairie Day, a free event, is planned for Saturday, September 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at George Washington Carver National Monument here. Visitors are invited to learn about the life […]

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Sue Kesey, Who Helped Bring Probiotic Yogurt to the Masses, Dies at 86

September 10, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Sue Kesey, Who Helped Bring Probiotic Yogurt to the Masses, Dies at 86
As the co-founder of Springfield Creamery, maker of Nancy’s Yogurt, Kesey got her start courtesy of the Grateful Dead.

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Freeman Health System Hosts NICU Reunion and Celebration in Joplin

September 10, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – There were laughter and smiles, of course, as Freeman Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) children played with Hot Wheels, bubbles, and an adorable puppy during the 2025 NICU Reunion. But there were […]

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Meta’s Elite AI Unit Sparks Tension With Old Guard

September 9, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Meta’s Elite AI Unit Sparks Tension With Old Guard
An influx of highly paid researchers has created new status divisions, even as some recent hires have already left their jobs.

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DHL Adds to Healthcare Logistics Services With Acquisition

September 9, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on DHL Adds to Healthcare Logistics Services With Acquisition
The logistics provider is the latest to bolster services in the growing healthcare distribution market.

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Cracker Barrel Cancels Restaurant-Revamp Plans After Backlash

September 9, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Cracker Barrel Cancels Restaurant-Revamp Plans After Backlash
The chain is halting remodeling plans that called for decluttering and removing much of the homespun decor that adorned its restaurants after customers objected.

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Microsoft Cracks Down on Work Speech, Limits Remote Work

September 9, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Microsoft Cracks Down on Work Speech, Limits Remote Work
The company is tightening controls on workplace discussions and building security following a sit-in Gaza protest.

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Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) Sets Intervention Deadline for Missouri-American Water WSIRA Rate Change Requests

September 9, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Jefferson City, MO) – The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) has set an intervention deadline of September 19, 2025, in an application from Missouri-American Water Company (Missouri-American) to establish a water and sewer infrastructure rate […]

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Community Blood Center of the Ozarks in Critical Need of Type O Negative Blood

September 9, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the sole provider of blood, platelets, and plasma to patients at more than 40 area hospitals, is issuing a critical need for O negative blood […]

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  • Developmental Disability Resource Board of Jasper County Announces Free Community Film Series in Recognition of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month with Screenings on March 21 and 27
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