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Soroptimist International of Joplin to Host Annual Camp Soroptimist July 20–24, 2026

July 17, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Soroptimist International of Joplin will host their annual Camp Soroptimist July 20 – 24, 2026 Camp Soroptimist is an annual week-long overnight camp experience for Jasper County foster children (ages eight–15) hosted […]

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Sparklight to Host Customer Appreciation Night at Hackett’s Hot Wings in Joplin on July 22

July 17, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Sparklight®, Joplin’s hometown internet and mobile service provider, is once again partnering with Hackett’s Hot Wings to host a Customer Appreciation Night on Wednesday, July 22, from 5:00 to 9:00 pm at […]

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The World’s Biggest Sporting Event Came to America—and Ranch Dressing Won

July 17, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The World’s Biggest Sporting Event Came to America—and Ranch Dressing Won
Hidden Valley Ranch had plans for a huge summer. Then visiting fans turned the uniquely American creation into a World Cup phenomenon.

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Walmart Further Shuffles Top Executives

July 17, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Walmart Further Shuffles Top Executives
Kieran Shanahan, chief operating officer for Walmart U.S., will leave this week.

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Freeman Health System to Host Graduation Ceremony for Freeman Learning Center Students Heading to Kindergarten

July 17, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Wearing traditional caps and gowns, nearly 20 students at Freeman Health System’s Freeman Learning Center will receive their graduating diplomas on Friday, July 17. This is the Center’s fifth graduating class, and […]

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China’s Xi Touts Open-Source AI and Takes a Swipe at U.S. Dominance

July 16, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on China’s Xi Touts Open-Source AI and Takes a Swipe at U.S. Dominance
Beijing leader woos developing countries as superpowers jockey for technology lead.

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Parasitic Outbreak Linked to Taylor Farms Lettuce Supplied to Taco Bell

July 16, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Parasitic Outbreak Linked to Taylor Farms Lettuce Supplied to Taco Bell
Thousands of people have been sickened across five states.

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A Monster Pile of Airline Points Is Supercharging Summer Travel

July 16, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on A Monster Pile of Airline Points Is Supercharging Summer Travel
Credit cards are changing how the airlines do business, from picking routes to limiting lounge access.

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Nike Ran Out of U.S. Soccer Jerseys at the Worst Possible Time

July 16, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Nike Ran Out of U.S. Soccer Jerseys at the Worst Possible Time
The sportswear company restocked the team jerseys this week, well after the U.S. was eliminated from the World Cup.

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The Inside Story of IBM’s Shocking Profit Warning

July 16, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on The Inside Story of IBM’s Shocking Profit Warning
Big Blue bet on transparency and paid a steep price. Can its CEO win back investors?

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