US Business
GXO Logistics Posts Higher Second-Quarter Revenue on New Contracts
The supply-chain company reported $26 million in net income ahead of leadership changes this month.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
End of De Minimis Alarms E-Commerce Sellers, Consumers
The trade provision that allows companies to avoid duties on shipments worth $800 or less is ending for all countries, not just China.
Entertainment
Get the Best Prices and Best Seats with Connect2Culture’s Season Tickets for 2025–2026
Don’t miss out on the best seats and prices for Connect2Culture’s (C2C) 2025–2026 performance season, including the Curtain’s Up Series, the Ignite Series, and the Cornell Series! Season tickets are 15% off on tickets and […]
Education
Crowder College Hires Coleman Clark as New Assistant Softball Coach
(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College athletic department announced Coleman Clark as the new assistant softball coach. Clark will start August 1. “Coach Clark’s knowledge and experience will be invaluable to Crowder Softball,” said Coach Niki […]
Education
Kansas City University Opens Applications for New Anesthesiologist Assistant Program
(Joplin, MO) – Kansas City University (KCU) has officially opened the admissions portal for its new Master of Health Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant program, which will launch in January 2026 at the Farber-McIntire Campus in Joplin, […]
Health Care
Freeman Health System Wins Multi-Disciplinary Quality Improvement Award
(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System has received the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality award for achieving high performance across three or more clinical areas in the Get With The Guidelines® program. This is the […]
US Business
In Battle to Save Sacred Land From Mining Giants, Apaches Hope for a Miracle
A coalition of Native Americans, Christians and environmentalists confront a narrowing legal fight to stop the development of a copper mine in Arizona.
US Business
Harley-Davidson Names Topgolf Leader as New CEO
Departing CEO Jochen Zeitz recently survived an activist challenge. The transition to the new leadership will take effect Oct. 1.
Chamber Updates
Ambassador Spotlight: Jennifer Reeves, Mid-Missouri Bank
Meet Jennifer Reeves, Commercial Lending with Mid-Missouri Bank! She’s been a dedicated part of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce for ten years. She brings a strong commitment to community, connection, and supporting growth of […]
Education
Missouri Southern State University to Host Lion Pride Alumni Coffee on August 15
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) invites their alumni to reconnect with fellow Lions and area community leaders over coffee and conversation at the Lion Pride Alumni Coffee on Thursday, August 15 at 9:30 am! Dr. […]