US Business
Walmart Shares Slump on Weakest Sales Growth in Over Six Years
E-commerce, membership and advertising are driving the retailer’s growth. Walmart’s stock fell more than 9%.
Articles by Erin Slifka
Events
City of Joplin to Host 2026 Surplus Auction on September 19
The public is invited to take part in the City of Joplin’s annual surplus auction, which is scheduled for Saturday, September 19. Held every fall, the surplus auction takes place in the Street Maintenance Barn […]
Events
ALLO Fiber to Host Business-to-Community Trunk-or-Treat Event on October 14
The ALLO Fiber team is always looking for new ways to support the local organizations, businesses, and nonprofits that make Joplin thrive. That’s why they’re hosting a community-focused, get-connected event on Wednesday, October 14. Their […]
Banking & Finance
Guaranty Bank to Host Free Roundtable Discussing SEO and Geofencing on September 24
Transform your business growth with Guaranty Bank’s Roundtable series! Connect with leaders and access game-changing resources and insights through a distinguished lineup of speakers. September’s Roundtable is Optimizing Business Growth: A Discussion of Search Engine […]
US Business
Asia’s Businesses Struggle to Shake Off the Sway of Their Founding Families
A leadership shake-up at Tata Sons has highlighted the challenges facing India’s family-founded behemoths.
US Business
With Tourism Stalled, Hawaii Chases the Startup Wave
State officials believe a handful of high-tech enterprises can seed new industries and keep skilled workers from fleeing to the mainland.
US Business
Carlyle Joins $1 Billion Investment Round in Missile Startup Castelion
The funding round, which also includes JPMorgan Chase and Andreessen Horowitz, values the hypersonic munitions maker at $13 billion.
US Business
FTC Warns Retailers on Using Private Consumer Data to Raise Prices
Agency says businesses must disclose when they use personalized pricing and may face lawsuits if they don’t.
US Business
Women at L3Harris Shared Concerns About CEO’s Behavior Years Before Ouster
Chris Kubasik was ousted after an investigation into conduct with a subordinate. Years earlier, another employee had made a harassment complaint.
Education
Crowder College Announces 2026 History Symposium Beginning September 3
(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College Social Sciences division once again is presenting its History Symposium series for the 2026–2027 academic year. These events are free and open to the public. The symposiums begin on Thursday, […]