US Business
The Rise of the Almost-Premium Credit Card
Higher annual fees on top-tier cards have led to a reshuffling of the market, with cards just below that level targeting the not-quite-rich enough.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Is Fueled With $30 Billion of His Fortune
The space company wants to rapidly boost revenue over the next few years, betting its huge rockets will make it a powerful industry player.
US Business
MGM Resorts Eyeing Bid for Barry Diller’s People Incorporated
The billionaire’s company, which has a stake in MGM, also owns titles including Food & Wine magazine.
US Business
Trump Administration Seeks to Stabilize Ties During Summit With Xi
Plus, Senate Republicans squash the latest measure to end the Iran War and Jeff Bezos has invested $30 billion of his own fortune in Blue Origin.
Community
Freedom of Flight Museum to Host Wings & Wheels Car Show and Fly-In on October 3
The Freedom of Flight Museum, Higher Power Garage, and Our Veterans First are excited to invite the community to their Wings & Wheels Car Show and Fly-In on Saturday, October 3! Join them from 12:00 to […]
Health Care
Freeman Health System’s Helping Friends Fund Helps Women in Need Receive Free Mammograms
(Joplin, MO) – Diagnosing cancer in its earliest stages provides the best chance for survival, considering a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States every two minutes, according to the Mayo Clinic. […]
Events
Shine Joplin to Host Bowl-a-Thon Fundraiser on October 31
Join Shine Joplin for their inaugural Shine Bowl-a-thon on Saturday, October 31 at G3 Entertainment in Carthage (2433 S. Garrison Avenue)! This family-friendly event is sure to be filled with laughter, friendly competition, and raising […]
Government
Joplin Fire Department Awarded Federal Grant to Hire Additional Firefighters
The Joplin Fire Department has won a generous federal grant that will provide expedited funding for the addition of new firefighters. The department received word this week that it has been selected to receive a […]
US Business
New York State Sues Polymarket in Escalating Crackdown on Prediction Markets
The company and rival Kalshi are facing legal challenges from states around the country.
Events
Community Support Services of Missouri to Host 2026 Fall Classic Golf Scramble on October 12 at Eagle Creek Golf Club
(Joplin, MO) – Community Support Services of Missouri (CSS) invites the community to join its 2026 Fall Classic Golf Scramble on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Eagle Creek Golf Club (2742 Ben Pell Dr, Joplin, […]