US Business
Higher Prices Are Coming for Household Staples
Companies from Hormel to Ace Hardware are forecasting rising prices as the costs of President Trump’s tariffs are passed on to consumers.
Articles by Erin Slifka
Government
City of Joplin Announces the Opening of the Tin Cup Trail; More Time Needed for Bridge Completion
With cooler weather arriving, the City of Joplin is pleased to announce that Joplin’s outdoor lovers have a new adventure spot — the Tin Cup Trail is now open! The 1.5-mile trail offers a scenic […]
Health Care
Joplin Regional Alliance for Health Seeks Community Input on Health Care Technology & Innovation Ideas
The Joplin Regional Alliance for Health (JRAH) is launching its first Health Care Technology & Innovation Survey for the greater Joplin community. The survey is open from August 15 to September 3, 2025. All adults […]
US Business
With Outcome Uncertain, UAW Claims Battery Plant Win
A contest over United Auto Workers union representation at a Kentucky EV battery plant of Ford Motor joint-venture BlueOval SK is coming come down to a handful of disputed ballots.
Education
Joplin Schools Named One of America’s Best-in-State Employers for 2025 by Forbes
Out of 75 businesses recognized for this achievement in the state of Missouri, Joplin Schools ranked #30, and is joined by only three other K–12 education institutions on the list for the entire state. According […]
Events
Towner Strategy to Host ‘Lunch & Learn: Demystify Facebook Lead Ads’ for Local Service-Based Businesses on September 3
(Webb City, MO) – Local entrepreneurs and service-based business owners will soon have the chance to cut through the confusion of Facebook advertising and walk away with a proven lead generation system. On Tuesday, September […]
US Business
After Cracker Barrel Uproar, Activist Investor Seizes the Moment
Activist investor Sardar Biglari, CEO of Steak ‘n Shake, has gone after Cracker Barrel on social media in his latest salvo against the family-dining chain.
US Business
Nvidia Predicts Cooler Growth After Sales Record
The world’s most valuable public company continued to capitalize on strong demand for AI computing, but its lackluster outlook stoked jitters about future demand.
Events
City of Joplin’s Annual Surplus Auction Set for September 13, 2025
The City of Joplin’s annual surplus auction is set for Saturday, September 13. The auction will begin at 9:00 am and will be held in the Street Maintenance Barn at the Public Works Center (1301 […]
Entertainment
FosterAdopt Connect to Host A Lady WhiskerBottom Whodunnit Gala Fundraiser on October 25
FosterAdopt Connect is excited to invite the community to their Lady Whiskerbottom Whoddunnit Gala on Saturday, October 25! This fundraiser will be hosted at Nexus, an OCH Event Center in Webb City where guests will […]