US Business
JPMorgan and the Delicate Art of Paying Off Employees
A staffer raises an embarrassing claim. An investigation follows. Deciding what to do next—and whether to offer a payout—gets complicated for employers.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Victoria’s Secret Accuses Major Investor of Spying to Get Sales Data
The lingerie retailer claims an adviser to billionaire Brett Blundy visited at least 17 stores and gained trade secrets.
US Business
An FCC Commissioner Tells Disney the Agency Is on a Campaign to Censor It
In a letter to Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro, FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez criticized the agency for trying to curtail press freedom.
US Business
U.A.E.’s Secret Attacks on Iran
Plus, the federal gas tax and beef prices might come down soon, and Michael Kors’ beach compound is for sale.
Community
Joplin Schools Seeking Vendors for Health, Benefits, and Retail Therapy Fair on July 31, 2026: Registration Deadline is June 26
(Joplin, MO) – Organizers of the Joplin Schools Health, Benefits, and Retail Therapy Fair are seeking local business, food, and crafting vendors to help fill booth spaces at the event, which is scheduled for Friday, […]
Community
Joplin Public Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program Begins on May 26
This summer, dig a little deeper, because incredible stories are waiting to be uncovered! Join the Joplin Public Library for their 2026 Summer Reading program. This year’s theme is “Unearth a Story,” where every book […]
Education
Crowder College Recognizes 2026 Employees of the Year
(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College held its annual end-of-year celebration on May 8, 2026, and honored its employees. In addition to the awards listed below, employees were also recognized for milestones achieve in years of […]
Health Care
Freeman Health System Appoints Renee Denton as Market President
(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System announced today the appointment of Renee Denton as Market President for the Missouri/Kansas market, effective May 18. Denton brings more than 38 years of combined clinical and operational hospital […]
US Business
How a Job at OpenAI Became the Greatest Lottery Ticket of the AI Boom
Employees waited two years to sell their shares. Then, the company let them unload $30 million.
US Business
Higher Gas Prices Are Seeping Into the Produce Aisle
Having absorbed various price shocks, firms are less able to avoid passing on additional costs to retailers and consumers.