US Business
While Working on the Set of ‘Entourage,’ She Came Up With an Idea for a Business
Lauren Gropper watched as the crew grabbed single-use plastic for their meals and breaks. She wanted to come up with a more sustainable approach.
Articles by Erin Slifka
Education
Joplin Schools’ Board of Education Member Hartwell Elected to Missouri School Boards Association
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Schools‘ Board of Education member and past president Rylee Hartwell, has been elected as vice president of the Missouri School Boards’ Association (MSBA) for the 2025–2026 year. He was elected during […]
US Business
Elon Musk Lost to Trump. He Can’t Get Over It.
Why can’t the entrepreneur stop himself from making things worse with the White House?
US Business
Why Krispy Kreme and McDonald’s Broke Up
A match made in fast-food heaven ended this week, after high hopes and promising early results from Krispy Kreme’s deal to sell doughnuts in McDonald’s restaurants.
US Business
A Chinese Fireworks Maker Is Going All In on the U.S. Despite Tariffs
Tariff uncertainty is threatening to snuff out an ancient industry as the U.S. prepares its biggest fireworks shows in years.
US Business
The Corporate Winners and Losers in Trump’s Big Tax Bill
Oil drillers win access to public lands and manufacturers get tax breaks, while elite universities face new endowment taxes and solar projects lose tax breaks.
Events
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States to Hold Screening of ‘Audrey’s Children’ on July 18
Join Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States for a free movie night featuring Audrey’s Children (2025), the inspiring true story of Dr. Audrey Evans — trailblazing oncologist and co-founder of Ronald McDonald House Charities. […]
US Business
UPS Offers Buyouts to Drivers, a First in Its 117-Year History
The company is cutting costs because of flat parcel volumes, rising labor costs and a long stock-price slide.
Chamber Updates
Ambassador Spotlight: Shawn Patterson, Bug Zero Pest Services
Meet Shawn Patterson, Commercial Sales Consultant with Bug Zero Pest Services! He’s been a dedicated part of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce for nine years. He brings a strong commitment to community, connection, and […]
Entertainment
Latest Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Information for July 2025 from Connect2Culture
(Joplin, MO) – Connect2Culture (C2C) regularly collects information on upcoming arts, culture, and entertainment events in the Joplin area. This is the most recent information that C2C has received or collected for July 2025. Other listings could be […]