US Business
Here’s What’s Really in a Can of Campbell’s Chicken Soup
Campbell’s fired an executive who allegedly said it relies on ingredients that are bad for people’s health. Now, the company is defending its most well-known products.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
Todd Boehly Makes a Play for International Assets of Russia’s Lukoil
The billionaire investor has formed a consortium with a United Arab Emirates-based investor group.
Community
Joplin Health Department Along with Community Health Collaborative Announces December 2025 Events
The Joplin Health Department, along with the Community Health Collaborative, would like to invite the community to join them at various health- and safety-related events/programs across the region this December. Learn more about each event below! […]
US Business
Campbell’s Fires Executive Behind Recording That Disparaged Its Food
The IT executive allegedly caught on audio made racist comments about Indian co-workers and said Campbell’s made “highly processed food” for “poor people.”
Energy & Environment
CDL Group of Companies to Host Lunch-and-Learn About Commercial & Industrial Solar Battery, and EMS Solutions on December 11
Join CDL Electric on Thursday, December 11 to learn how your business can cut energy costs at a time when everything is on the rise. At their Lunch-and-Learn, CDL will discuss how incentives and economic […]
Community
Freedom of Flight Museum to Welcome Santa at Joplin Regional Airport on December 13
The Freedom of Flight Museum is excited to invite families in the Joplin area to join them as they welcome Santa Claus as the jolly toymaker flies into Joplin Regional Airport on Saturday, December 13! […]
Community
City of Joplin Opens MOmentum Bike Park; Grand Launch Party Set for May 2
Outdoor adventures await in Joplin with the opening of the City of Joplin’s new MOmentum Bike Park, featuring fun and challenging elements for all ages! A good crowd gathered during a ribbon cutting ceremony on […]
US Business
Campbell’s Defends Its Ingredients After Chicken Controversy
The company said it placed an executive on temporary leave after he was allegedly caught on tape saying the company made “highly processed food” for “poor people.”
Events
Joplin Parks and Recreation Department to Host Little Dribblers Basketball Classes for Toddlers Beginning in January
Joplin Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the return of their popular program, Little Dribblers! This four-week sessions meets every Tuesday in January beginning January 7 and ending January 28. During each class, […]
US Business
Walmart Is Exploring Bringing Ads to Sparky, Its New AI Shopping Agent
The retailer is looking for revenue opportunities in the shift to chatbot-guided e-commerce.