US Business
A Shadow Fleet Smuggles Illicit Oil Across the High Seas. This Is How It Works.
Russia, Iran and Venezuela have amassed an armada of aging tankers to move barrels around the world.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Soho House’s $2.7 Billion Deal to Go Private Hits a Last-Minute Funding Snag
Hotel owner MCR said it can’t make a $200 million commitment in time, sending Soho House’s financial partners scrambling for other options.
Government
JATSO Policy Board Public Meeting
There will be a public meeting of the Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization (JATSO) Policy Board on Thursday, January 15th at 1:30 p.m. in the Joplin City Hall 5th Floor Study, 602 South Main Street, Joplin, […]
US Business
The 100-Year History Behind Trump’s Push for Venezuela’s Oil Wealth
The U.S.-Venezuela relationship has been a tale of fortunes made and lost, with oil at the center—and with hints of potential challenges ahead for President Trump’s plan.
Government
Joplin Police launch TIP411 app, allowing citizens to provide information anonymously
Joplin citizens are now encouraged to download a new, FREE and anonymous crime tip app called “JoplinPD” – powered by Tip411. To download the app, just visit your app store by searching for “Joplin PD”. […]
US Business
Soho House Slides on Financing Concerns in Go-Private Deal
Key investor MCR Hotels said it wouldn’t be able to meet its commitment to purchase $200 million worth of shares.
Community
Connect2Culture’s January 2026 Performances Include Dmitry Shishkin, Bubble Trouble with Jeff Boyer, The Barricade Boys – Broadway Party.
Joplin, Missouri – Connect2Culture’s (C2C) January performances feature an international classical pianist, larger-than-life bubbles, and an unforgettable Broadway tribute. “We’re kicking off 2026 with bubbles, Broadway, and more!” says Emily Frankoski, Executive Director of C2C. […]
US Business
Trump Team Works Up Sweeping Plan to Control Venezuelan Oil for Years to Come
The U.S. president believes the effort could lower oil prices to his target price of $50 a barrel.
US Business
Consumers Love Cheap Gas, but the Oil Patch Will Pay the Price
Increased supply from Venezuela could help drivers at the pump—but it might strain the industry.
US Business
Trump Orders Crackdown on Defense Industry Stock Buybacks
In an executive order, the president will seek to cap defense bosses’ pay and demand that contractors invest in production capacity.