US Business
State Farm’s AI Plan for Sales Agents Sparks Uproar. ‘A Real Slap in the Face.’
AI tools and changes to contracts for 19,000 sales agents appear to be a response to the insurer’s eroding status in the industry.
Articles by Erin Slifka
Community
Missouri Southern State University and Visit Joplin Announce Centennial Route 66 Balloon Festival on August 28–30
Missouri Southern State University and Visit Joplin are proud to partner together to bring the Centennial Route 66 Annual Balloon Festival to Joplin on August 28, 29, and 30, 2026! This three-day festival will be […]
Health Care
Freeman Health System to Host Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services for Listening Session on June 24
Freeman Health System invites the community to join them as they host the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services for a Listening Session on Health on Wednesday, June 24 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. […]
US Business
EV Startup Rivian Lays Off Hundreds of Workers
The job cuts affect employees in Rivian’s service and customer organization, which handles sales and marketing.
US Business
The Former Drug Dealer Whose Shows Make Millions Without Hollywood
Silk White’s D.I.Y. movies and TV shows are profiting from growing audiences on free streaming services like Tubi and Roku.
US Business
SpaceX’s $60 Billion Deal to Buy Cursor Gives It More AI Coding Power
The deal for the AI coding agent comes days after a historic IPO that made Space X one of America’s most valuable companies.
US Business
The ‘One Size Fits Most’ Retailer Is Shutting Its Changing Rooms
Brandy Melville’s young customers are up in arms over the new policy—but still shopping.
Accounting
Forvis Mazars to Host Webinar for Tax Professionals on June 23, Group Exemptions: An Update & Conversation About Impact
Group exemptions have long played a critical role in how nonprofit organizations operate under a shared tax-exempt structure, but recent regulatory updates are reshaping that landscape. In this webinar, Forvis Mazars will provide an overview […]
Marketing & Communications
Towner Studios Designs Headshot Mini Marathon on July 20
Towner Studios creates headshot mini marathon July 20 with limited spots available. Towner Studios is a photograph studio with full service experience, photography educator, and business mentorships. These Headshots are Perfect for: Business owners Realtors […]
US Business
Why Oatly’s Marketing Went From Wordy Billboards to Beverage Events
The oat milk company is working with restaurants and cafes to consult on their beverage programs instead of just acting as a supplier.