US Business
U.S. Inflation Remained High in August
The pace of consumer-price increases slowed slightly to 8.3% last month, as broadening price pressures kept the inflation rate close to a four-decade high despite lower gasoline prices.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Twitter Investors Back Musk’s Takeover Bid After Whistleblower Testifies in Congress
The social-media company said shareholders approved the takeover offer based on a preliminary vote count. Meanwhile, the company’s former head of security said at a Senate hearing that Twitter executives’ “incentives led them to prioritize profits over security.”
US Business
Amazon to Raise Pay for Delivery Drivers Amid Tight Labor Market
The e-commerce giant will invest $450 million in increased wages and other benefits for drivers as it tries to ensure it has sufficient staffing for the peak holiday season.
US Business
Paramount Explores Merging Showtime Streaming Service Into Paramount+
The move would involve discontinuing the Showtime service, a step that would streamline the entertainment company’s offerings amid a crowd of competitors.
Education
Missouri Southern State University’s Board of Governors Approves New MKEAP Partnership with Kansas City University
(Joplin, MO) – The Board of Governors at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) has given unanimous approval to a new partnership with Kansas City University (KCU) that will expand opportunities for students interested in entering […]
Banking & Finance
Guaranty Bank Promotes Sara Gugel to Vice President, BSA Officer
(Springfield, MO) – Guaranty Bank is pleased to announce that Sara Gugel was recently promoted to vice president and BSA officer. Gugel has more than 19 years of banking experience, joining Guaranty in 2004 as a teller. […]
Education
Crowder College Roughrider eNews – September 12, 2022
(Neosho, MO) – Stay up to date on news from Crowder College and know what’s happening on and off campus! Academics Welcome back, Roughriders! Classes began August 22 for 16-week courses and first 8-week courses. Enrollment in second […]
US Business
Freight Railroads Propose Limiting Sensitive Cargo as Strike Threat Looms
Companies including Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific are still negotiating with two unions ahead of a Friday deadline.
US Business
Peloton Chairman Exits in Shake-Up
The fitness-equipment maker said co-founder John Foley resigned in a management overhaul, as the company is in the midst of a restructuring, slashing costs to reflect reduced demand for its products. The company’s legal chief and commercial head are also leaving.
Events
Unveiling and Celebration of the Downtown Black History & Performing Arts Mural on First and Main Street Planned for September 18
(Joplin, MO) – The Langston Hughes Cultural Society and its partners invite the public to a “Meet the Artist” event at the Downtown Black History & Performing Arts Mural on Sunday, September 18 from 2:00 […]