US Business
Six Flags Has a New Summer Attraction. It’s Not a Roller Coaster.
After a steep drop in attendance, the theme-park operator is trying to upgrade its brand; the wafting aroma of barbecue.
Articles by Erin Slifka
US Business
JPMorgan Chase Working to Reverse Double Payments on Zelle
The bank apologized after some customers complained about duplicate transactions.
US Business
U.S. Labor Market Shows Resilience With Strong Hiring
The labor market has defied expectations of a slowdown this year with 339,000 jobs added in May. The unemployment rate rose to 3.7%.
Events
Joplin Public Library’s Newsletter for June 2023
Joplin Public Library (JPL) has a full month of programming and events lined up for June! A few of them include: Tween Program: Cyanotype Sun Prints (Wednesday, June 7) Yoga at the Library (Saturday, June […]
Events
Art Submissions Encouraged for Free Art Show ‘Reflections of Hunger,’ Which Focuses on Eating Disorders
(Joplin, MO) – A free art show, showcasing the lived experiences of local individuals struggling with eating disorders and body image issues, will shed understanding on these subjects that, even in 2023, continue to be […]
Events
May 2023 Upcoming Trainings and Webinars from Missouri SBDC
The Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will be holding several trainings throughout this month. Sign up for one today! Please know that the SBDC office hours align with MSSU’s hours. Currently, […]
Banking & Finance
Southwest Missouri Bank Announces Fourth Year of Corley Grant Recipients
(Joplin, MO) – Southwest Missouri Bank, trustee of the W.R. Corley Memorial Trust, has announced the fourth year of grants from the generous Trust set up by the late Bob Corley. Mr. Corley, who passed […]
US Business
Twitter’s Top Content Moderation and Safety Executive Leaves
Ella Irwin, who declined to discuss her reason for leaving, departed on a day when Elon Musk said Twitter employees erred in how they handled a documentary.
US Business
As China Risks Grow, Manufacturers Seek Plan B—and C and D
Western executives are shifting to various countries to prepare for contingencies.
US Business
Boeing Delays Astronaut Flight After New Safety Problems Emerge
The aerospace giant postponed the first crewed mission of Starliner, a space vehicle it has been struggling to prepare for human flight for years.