US Business
Ford Halts Shipments of F-150s and Other Models to China
Retaliatory tariffs have raised Chinese duties on vehicle imports from the U.S. to 150%.
Articles by Erin Slifka
Events
Keller Williams Realty to Host Annual RED Day on May 8
Each year, on the second Thursday of May, Keller Williams Elevate celebrates RED Day as part of their legacy worth leaving. Making a difference in the lives of others and bettering the communities that their team serves […]
Education
Enrollment Now Open for Joplin Schools’ Summer School 2025
Joplin Schools would like to remind families that it’s time to enroll for summer school 2025! Classes are available for students from Pre-K through 12th grade for a chance to boost academic skills from the […]
Banking & Finance
Arvest Bank Launches 2025 Million Meals Campaign
Arvest Bank is proud to celebrate their 15th year of their Million Meals initiative, which helps raise awareness and money to feed the hungry in our community! Hunger is an issue in every community. Households […]
US Business
U.S. House Committee Urges Two U.S. Banks to Withdraw From CATL’s Listing
A U.S. congressional committee has urged Bank of America and JPMorgan to pull out of working on the Chinese battery giant’s planned listing in Hong Kong.
US Business
Apple Loses Ground in China’s Smartphone Market as Local Rivals Gain
Apple lost its top spot in China’s smartphone market, dethroned by local rival Xiaomi as Beijing’s consumption-boosting subsidies help buoy demand for cheaper products.
US Business
Out of the Tariff Turmoil, a Few Winners Emerge
Some small U.S. companies are seeing a boost in business from new trade barriers.
US Business
U.S. Moves Ahead With Plan to Charge Fees on Chinese Ships
The U.S. trade representative plans to charge ships for each voyage, not for each U.S. port call.
US Business
Judge Rules Google Operates Illegal Ad Monopoly
The tech giant faces multiple legal threats related to how it wields market power.
Events
City of Joplin’s Seeking Feedback on Recycling Efforts During Recycling Open House on May 6
The City of Joplin is asking residents to participate in discussions and surveys about their recycling experiences to help shape the future of local recycling efforts. City staff will host a booth at the April […]