US Business
Sheryl Sandberg to Leave Meta Platforms Board After 12 Years
Sandberg said she will not stand for re-election to the board in May, and that she will serve as an adviser to the company.
Articles by Erin Slifka
Chamber Updates
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, Young Professionals Network Announces Speakers and Sponsors for 2024 Inaugural YP Summit
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce (JACC) is excited to announce the speakers and sponsors for the inaugural 2024 YP Summit on Friday, February 9 at Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment […]
Marketing & Communications
BBB Business Tip: 20 Advertising Ideas for Your Small Business
With so many small businesses emerging every day, it can be challenging to stand out from the competition and attract consumers’ attention. As a small business owner, you likely already understand the importance of promoting […]
Education
George Washington Carver National Monument Receives Open OutDoors for Kids Transportation Grant
(Diamond, MO) – George Washington Carver National Monument has received an Open OutDoors for Kids transportation grant from the National Park Foundation for educational field trips to the park in spring and summer of 2024. […]
US Business
Judge Blocks JetBlue’s $3.8 Billion Acquisition of Spirit
The judge agreed with the Justice Department that the deal would eliminate a competitor important to price-conscious travelers.
US Business
Elon Musk Seeks More Sway Over Tesla Ahead of AI Advancements
The billionaire said in a post to X that he feels uncomfortable making the auto company a champion of artificial intelligence without holding about 25% of the company.
US Business
Chinese Premier Makes Surprise Economic Growth Disclosure
Li Qiang said the country’s economy grew 5.2% last year, breaking the news a day before the official data was set to be released.
US Business
The Tech Employee Who Went Viral for Filming Her Firing Has No Regrets
Ex-Cloudflare employee Brittany Pietsch said other companies have reached out since she shot to social-media fame.
US Business
Shell Suspends Red Sea Shipments Amid Fears of More Houthi Attacks
“We’ll have to see whether this becomes a longer-standing issue,” CEO Wael Sawan told The Wall Street Journal in Davos.
US Business
Biggest U.S. Renewable Project Under Way, Finally
The sluggish timeline for a New Mexico wind and power transmission project is a problem for the Biden administration as it seeks 100% clean electricity by 2035.