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Missouri Southern State University’s Board of Governors Approves New Degree and Certificate Programs

November 19, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) announced today that its Board of Governors has approved a series of new academic degree and certificate programs during their regular meeting on Friday, November 14. The new programs and […]

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Paramount Spoke to Middle-East Funds About Investing in Warner Deal

November 19, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Paramount Spoke to Middle-East Funds About Investing in Warner Deal
Paramount is to submit its bid of around $23.50 a share for Warner Bros. Discovery this week.

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Downtown Joplin Alliance and Friends of Joplin Memorial Hall Present Proposal for the Building’s Rehabilitation on December 1

November 19, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – At the November 17, 2025, Joplin City Council meeting, representatives of a coalition formed to find alternatives to demolishing Joplin’s 100-year-old Memorial Hall presented a proposal for a public-private partnership to be […]

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One Joplin Set to Unveil New Story at Leonard Park StoryWalk on December 11

November 19, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – One Joplin invites families, educators, and community members to celebrate the unveiling of a new story installation at the Leonard Park StoryWalk. The event will take place on Thursday, December 11, 2025, […]

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Crowder College Agriculture Students Compete and Win in State Competition

November 19, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Trenton, MO) – The Crowder College Agriculture Department took 20 students to Trenton, Missouri on November 11 and 13 to compete at the Missouri State Post-Secondary Agriculture Students (PAS) Organization Conference. The students competed in […]

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Elon Musk’s xAI Is in Advanced Talks to Raise $15 Billion, Lifting Valuation

November 19, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Elon Musk’s xAI Is in Advanced Talks to Raise $15 Billion, Lifting Valuation
Like other AI startups, the company is burning cash as it seeks to improve its flagship Grok chatbot.

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Nexstar CEO Says Bigger Is Better in Pitch to FCC

November 18, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Nexstar CEO Says Bigger Is Better in Pitch to FCC
Perry Sook says broadcasters need to grow to better compete with tech companies.

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U.S. Backs $1 Billion Loan to Restart the Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant

November 18, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on U.S. Backs $1 Billion Loan to Restart the Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant
Constellation Energy aims to bring mothballed plant back to life to power Microsoft AI agreement.

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La Boussole Medical Spa & Wellness Center to Host 4th Annual Christmas on the Ridge on December 6

November 18, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

La Boussole Medical Spa & Wellness Center invites the community to join them on Saturday, December 6 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm for their 4th annual Christmas on the Ridge! This fun, festive event […]

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Anheuser-Busch InBev Nears $700 Million Deal for Party Punch Maker BeatBox

November 18, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Anheuser-Busch InBev Nears $700 Million Deal for Party Punch Maker BeatBox
The owner of Michelob Ultra is in talks to buy boxed punch that has gained traction with younger drinkers.

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