US Business
SpaceX, Now Worth $2.1 Trillion, Pulls Off Goldilocks Debut
Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire as investors bought into the moonshot AI vision in a remarkably smooth IPO.
Articles by Erin Slifka
Government
Joplin Regional Airport Seeks Public Comment on Proposed Passenger Facility Charge; Feedback Needed by July 12
The City of Joplin and Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) are inviting the public to review and provide comments on the airport’s proposed Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Application projects. A Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) is a […]
Information Technology & Innovation
Sparklight Invests Nearly $23 Million to Enhance Connectivity in Joplin
(Joplin, MO) – Sparklight, a leading broadband provider, has invested nearly $23 million over the past three years to expand and enhance its fiber-rich network in Joplin and surrounding areas, helping deliver faster connectivity and […]
Community
Downtown Joplin Alliance to Host June’s Third Thursday Event: ‘You Belong in Joplin’ Celebration
(Joplin, MO) – Downtown Joplin Alliance and the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce’s You Belong work group will partner again for the “You Belong Celebration” during Third Thursday on June 18, 2026! This exciting evening […]
Health Care
Freeman Health System Names Dr. Scott Musick as Market Chief Medical Officer for Arkansas
Freeman Health System is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Musick, D.O., as Market Chief Medical Officer, Arkansas market, effective June 14. Dr. Musick brings nearly two decades of clinical experience to the role, […]
Education
Crowder College SkillsUSA Students Earn Two Bronze Medals During National Competition
(Atlanta, GA) – Crowder College SkillsUSA students brought home two national bronze medalists from the convention last week in Atlanta, Georgia. Helen Mawi, a CTEC Health Science II student and East Newton High School graduate earned a Bronze Medal in Basic Health […]
US Business
How Texas Ranchers Are Fighting a Long-Eradicated Cattle Killer
The New World screwworm has prompted cattlemen to use drones and step up inspections to protect herds. The USDA is renewing its sterile-fly production.
US Business
SpaceX IPO Draws at Least $5 Billion Order From BlackRock
Other large asset managers have made similar requests, along with fervent interest from individual investors.
Entertainment
Nexus, an OCH Event Center, to Host Rosé Wine Dinner on July 10
Celebrate the season of sunshine, fresh flavors, and perfectly chilled pours at the Nexus, an OCH Event Center’s Rosé Wine Dinner with Eagles’ Landing Wine on July 10! This evening is designed for lovers of […]
Information Technology & Innovation
ALLO Fiber Named DIRECTV’s 2025 ISP Dealer of the Year
(Lincoln, NE) – ALLO Fiber (“ALLO”), a leading provider of fiber-optic broadband services and advanced business solutions, announced on June 8, 2026, that ALLO was named DIRECTV’s 2025 ISP Dealer of the Year, an honor […]