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Missouri Southern State University’s Lion Co-op to Host Empty Bowls Fundraiser on April 8

March 12, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Lion Co-op will host its annual Empty Bowls fundraiser from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesday, April 8 at the Ron Richard Athletic Center on the MSSU campus. […]

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Mercy Hospital Pittsburg Earns High 5 for Mom & Baby Recognition

March 12, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Pittsburg, KS) – Based on a commitment to the health and well-being of its youngest patients, Mercy Hospital Pittsburg has been recognized by a third-party nonprofit for its infant feeding practices. High 5 for Mom […]

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Papa John’s Draws Fresh Takeover Interest From Qatari-Backed Fund

March 12, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Papa John’s Draws Fresh Takeover Interest From Qatari-Backed Fund
Irth Capital has submitted a bid to take the pizza-chain private.

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Tilman Fertitta in Talks to Buy Caesars for $7 Billion After Topping Bid From Icahn

March 12, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Tilman Fertitta in Talks to Buy Caesars for $7 Billion After Topping Bid From Icahn
The billionaire’s Fertitta Entertainment has been discussing paying around $34 a share.

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President Trump’s Head-Spinning Pivot on an Emergency Oil Release

March 11, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on President Trump’s Head-Spinning Pivot on an Emergency Oil Release
The Trump administration shifted from opposing the largest-ever intervention in oil markets to cajoling allies into moving forward with the maneuver in a matter of hours.

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Costco Sued by Customer Over Tariff Refund

March 11, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Costco Sued by Customer Over Tariff Refund
A potential class-action lawsuit seeks to force the retailer to pass along any refund it gets from the U.S. government to customers.

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Amazon’s Win Against Perplexity Kicks AI Shopping Wars Into High Gear

March 11, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Amazon’s Win Against Perplexity Kicks AI Shopping Wars Into High Gear
A judge ruled that Amazon can keep outside AI bots off its site for now, but retailers are preparing for a new normal in shopping.

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KPM CPAS & ADVISORS Named Among the Top Midwestern Firms

March 11, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Springfield, MO) – KPM CPAs & Advisors (KPM) is proud to announce a recent national distinction the firm has received based on revenue. Accounting Today has included KPM among the top firms in the Midwest […]

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Spiva Center for the Arts’ 2026 PhotoSpiva Event Open from March 14 to May 2

March 11, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Spiva Center for the Arts is excited to announce the opening of their 2026 PhotoSpiva exhibit, beginning Saturday March 14 and closing on Saturday, May 2. PhotoSpiva is a national competition hosted annual by Spiva […]

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City of Joplin Announces Opening of JHAP-3 Program to All Income-Eligible Homebuyers

March 11, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The City of Joplin is pleased to announce that the highly popular JHAP (Joplin Homebuyer Assistance Program) is now opening a third round to all low‑to‑moderate income households who meet federal income requirements and intend […]

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  • Crowder College Names Dr. Phillip Witt Vice President of Academic Affairs
  • City of Joplin and Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Announces May Day Spring Cleaning Event Set for May 1
  • Community Blood Center of the Ozarks Announces Updated Tattoo Guidelines Allowing More Donors to Give Blood Immediately
  • City of Joplin Invites the Community to the Grand Launch Party for MOmentum Bike Park on May 2
  • Big Oil Plows Billions Into Far-Flung Drilling Sites to Escape Iran Turmoil
  • QXO to Buy Insulation Company TopBuild for $17 Billion
  • Blue Origin Rocket Stumbles on First Commercial Mission
  • Deere Settled for $99 Million Over Repair Costs. Farmers Are Still Worried.
  • The Obsessive Race to Make a Four-Ounce Running Shoe
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