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Joplin MOmentum Bike Park Selected to Host a 2026 UCI Pump Track Qualifier Event

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

What do Sydney, Australia; Valence, France; Sheffield, England; Yantai City, China; and Joplin, Missouri have in common? They’re communities, particularly cycling communities, selected to host 2026 UCI Pump Track Qualifier events. The City of Joplin’s […]

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Connect2Culture to Host Southwest Missouri Regional Poetry Out Loud Competition

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Connect2Culture (C2C) is excited to host the southwest Missouri Regional Poetry Out Loud Competition on Tuesday, February 10 at 2:00 pm, at their home theater inside the Harry M. Cornell Arts & […]

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The Defense Department Is Infatuated With This Drippy Silver Metal

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Defense Department Is Infatuated With This Drippy Silver Metal
The U.S. government is investing hundreds of millions of dollars in the production of gallium, a little-known metal mostly supplied by China.

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The Defense Department Is Infatuated With This Drippy Silver Metal

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Defense Department Is Infatuated With This Drippy Silver Metal
The U.S. government is investing hundreds of millions of dollars in the production of gallium, a little-known metal mostly supplied by China.

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They Came for Its Riches, but Big Business Is Souring on South Africa

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on They Came for Its Riches, but Big Business Is Souring on South Africa
The corporate exodus is accelerating, propelled by a toxic cocktail of corruption, lawlessness and poor infrastructure.

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They Came for Its Riches, but Big Business Is Souring on South Africa

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on They Came for Its Riches, but Big Business Is Souring on South Africa
The corporate exodus is accelerating, propelled by a toxic cocktail of corruption, lawlessness and poor infrastructure.

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Nexus, an OCH Event Center, to Host Sushi-Making Class on February 28

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Nexus, an OCH Event Center, invites the community to an unforgettable culinary experience on February 28! This isn’t just a class, it’s an adventure in flavor. Under the guidance of Executive Chef Shioyama, participants will […]

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Kroger Names Ex-Walmart Executive as Its Next CEO

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Kroger Names Ex-Walmart Executive as Its Next CEO
Greg Foran takes over the big grocer as it deals with cash-strapped shoppers and seeks to expand its footprint.

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Kroger Names Ex-Walmart Executive as Its Next CEO

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Kroger Names Ex-Walmart Executive as Its Next CEO
Greg Foran takes over the big grocer as it deals with cash-strapped shoppers and seeks to expand its footprint.

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Kura Sushi Hangs On to Diners Despite Price Increases

February 9, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Kura Sushi Hangs On to Diners Despite Price Increases
The revolving sushi bar chain raised prices more than it normally does and didn’t see the expected pullback.

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