US Business
Thin Air-Traffic Staffing Spurs Delays at U.S. Airports
Thousands of flights have been slowed during the government shutdown as the FAA grapples with persistent shortages.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
America’s Soybean Farmers Are Panicking Over the Loss of Chinese Buyers
China hasn’t booked any U.S. soybean purchases in months. Farmers warn of a “bloodbath.”
Government
City of Joplin to Begin Paving Work on October 8 on Schifferdecker Avenue Before Moving to Connecticut Avenue
After working in neighborhood areas, the City of Joplin’s resurfacing program for 2025 will now focus on two major corridors in Joplin: Schifferdecker Avenue and Connecticut Avenue. Work is scheduled to begin tomorrow, Wednesday, October […]
US Business
Tesla Debuts Cheaper, Stripped-Down Versions of Model 3 and Model Y
Fewer frills on the electric vehicles create a discount that doesn’t cover the lost EV tax credit that U.S. consumers used to get.
Events
Forvis Mazars to Host 2025 Cybersecurity Virtual Symposium on October 14 and 15
Join Forvis Mazars for a two-day virtual event during National Cybersecurity Awareness month, where cybersecurity leaders and professionals will explore the most pressing challenges and innovations shaping the digital landscape in 2025. Topics will include […]
US Business
Compensation or Culture? The Best-Managed Companies Lean Into Both
New research indicates that you can’t skimp on either to drive investment returns over the long term
Education
October 2025 News & Updates from Missouri SBDC
Join the Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) as they celebrate entrepreneurship and continue to foster and support the vibrant business community of our area. Whether you’re looking to expand your skillset, […]
Events
Serotonin Centers Joplin to Host Grand Opening Celebration on November 6
Serotonin Centers Joplin invites the business community to join them in celebrating their Grand Opening on Thursday, November 6 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm! Attendees can expect to enjoy light bites and beverages, an exciting […]
US Business
A Devastating Fire at a Major Ford Supplier Will Disrupt Business for Months
The Novelis plant supplies about 40% of aluminum sheet used in the auto industry.
US Business
U.S. Warehouse Vacancies Steady as Demand Rises With Less New Space
The amount of vacant warehouse space in the U.S. held steady around an 11-year high in the third quarter, but it didn’t expand for the first time in three years as demand rose and the amount of newly built space continued to fall.