US Business
Shell in Early Talks to Acquire Rival BP
A deal would be a landmark combination of two supermajor oil companies. Shell issued a formal stock exchange denial of takeover talks.
Articles by Erin Slifka
Events
City of Joplin and Joplin Police Department to Host Expungement Clinic on July 4, 2025
This Independence Day, eligible individuals have the opportunity to gain a fresh start at an Expungement Clinic designed to help clear qualifying criminal records. Hosted by the Joplin Police Department, the McPherson Law Firm, and The […]
Government
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Missouri Small Businesses, Private Nonprofits, and Residents Affected by Adverse Weather
(Sacramento, CA) – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to Missouri small businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, […]
US Business
Can Brad Pitt’s ‘F1’ Movie Finally Deliver Apple a Big-Screen Hit?
Six years after getting into entertainment, Apple lags behind its peers in streaming subscribers and mainstream appeal, despite lavish spending on A-list stars.
US Business
Bezos and Blue Origin Try to Capitalize on Trump-Musk Split
Jeff Bezos and his space company have talked to President Trump in recent weeks.
US Business
Your Next Online Purchase Could Be Delivered by Delta
The airline now offers door-to-door delivery service for companies like Arezzo Shoes and Figs.
US Business
New U.S. Accounting Rule to Establish How Companies Must Record Government Grants
Three FASB board members say the requirements don’t provide investors with adequate details on government assistance.
US Business
Michaels Gets a Lifeline From Demise of Rivals and Pause on Tariffs
The arts-and-crafts retailer told its debtholders that same-store sales rose 2.3% in May quarter.
Health Care
Mercy Hospital Pittsburg Welcomes David Smith as New Administrator
(Pittsburg, KS) – Mercy Hospital Pittsburg is happy to announce the arrival of David Smith, who has joined Mercy as administrator of the newest Mercy hospital. Smith brings more than 25 years of leadership experience […]
Community
Furniture Update Refreshes Children’s Area at Joplin Public Library
Thanks to support from local sources, the Joplin Public Library’s Rosemary Titus Reynolds Children’s Library has been given a refresh with the installation of eight new pieces of furniture, three reupholstered chairs, three newly recovered […]