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Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and EaglePicher to Host 33rd Annual Business EXPO on January 21, 2026

December 19, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce (JACC) and EaglePicher are excited to celebrate their 33rd Annual Business EXPO on Wednesday, January 21 at the Downstream Casino Resort Pavilion, sponsored by Downstream Casino […]

Banking & Finance

Simmons Bank Welcomes Kate McNary to Springfield and Joplin Markets

December 19, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Simmons Bank is proud to welcome Kate McNary as Senior Private Wealth Strategist, serving clients in the Springfield and Joplin markets. A graduate of Missouri State University and the University of Arkansas […]

Education

Joplin Schools Names New Director at Duenweg Education Center

December 19, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Schools is pleased to announce the promotion of Lori Lazure as the next director of Duenweg Education Center (DEC) and the Beacon Autism Center (BAC), effective July 2026. She succeeds current […]

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Axel Springer’s CEO Wants His Latest Deal—but Can’t Find Anything to Buy

December 18, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Axel Springer’s CEO Wants His Latest Deal—but Can’t Find Anything to Buy
Mathias Döpfner says “embrace AI or die” as he looks to bolster his U.S. media holdings.

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How Trump Spun a Social Network Into a Nuclear-Fusion Company

December 18, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on How Trump Spun a Social Network Into a Nuclear-Fusion Company
A media company backed by the president’s family is now venturing into electrical plants for artificial intelligence.

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Why Fusion Is Considered Energy’s Elusive Holy Grail

December 18, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Why Fusion Is Considered Energy’s Elusive Holy Grail
President Trump’s media company is betting a breakthrough is imminent.

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FedEx Reports Higher Second-Quarter Revenue as Package Volumes Rise

December 18, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on FedEx Reports Higher Second-Quarter Revenue as Package Volumes Rise
The results prompted the shipping company to raise the bottom end of its outlook for the full year, even as it navigates impacts from changes in global trade.

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Scholastic Widens Second-Quarter Profit On Rising Back-to-School Revenue

December 18, 2025 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Scholastic Widens Second-Quarter Profit On Rising Back-to-School Revenue
The publishing house reported a profit of $55.9 million as growth in the children’s book publishing and distribution segment buoyed revenue.

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Gift the Gift of Life This Holiday Season at Community Blood Center of the Ozarks Miracle of Giving Blood Drives on December 24 and 31

December 18, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the only supplier of blood, platelets and plasma to patients at over 40 area hospitals, is asking all eligible blood donors to donate ahead of […]

Health Care

Neosho Community Celebrates Freeman Health System’s Neosho Rehab Center Opening

December 18, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Neosho, MO) – A standing-room-only crowd gathered on December 17 to celebrate the fruition of when “vision meets generosity and determination.” A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the grand opening of Freeman Neosho Rehab […]

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  • Missouri Southern State University Announces 2026 Willcoxon Innovation in Health Sciences Summit on March 27, Showcasing Expanded Mission, Interactive Sessions, and Virtual Tours
  • Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri to Host Great Futures Luncheon on April 8
  • Spiva Center for the Arts to Host 2026 Spiva in Bloom on March 26–28; Tickets on Sale Now
  • Airfares Have Doubled on Some Flights. The Sticker Shock for Spring Travel Is Upon Us.
  • ‘Sesame Street’ Producer Sues SeaWorld Parent Over Unpaid Royalties
  • The Pentagon Dealmaker Who Has Become Anthropic’s Nemesis
  • The Electric Grid Needs Huge Upgrades. No One Knows Who Will Pay for Them.
  • Rivian’s Make-or-Break Car Arrives at the Worst Possible Moment for EVs
  • Downtown Joplin Alliance to Kick Off 2026 Third Thursday Season with March’s ‘Go Green Downtown’ Event
  • 15th Annual PDGA XC-Tier Disc Golf Tournament to Benefit FosterAdopt Connect Joplin; Player and Sponsor Signups Open Now
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