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Missouri Public Service Commission Sets Local Public Hearing Schedule for Liberty’s CCN Request

March 10, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Jefferson City, MO) – The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) is announcing a virtual local public hearing on April 16, 2026, to receive customer comments in a request for a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity […]

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Missouri Public Service Commission Approves Agreement in Liberty Electric Rate Case Including Rate Change Delay

January 15, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

(Jefferson City, MO) – On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, the Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) voted to approve proposed Agreements and a Supplemental Agreement between the Staff of the Commission, Midwest Energy Consumers Group, Renew […]

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Sparklight® Donates $1,500 to The Salvation Army of Jasper and Newton Counties to Help Feed Local Families

December 15, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Sparklight®, Joplin’s hometown internet provider, is lending a hand to neighbors in need with a $1,500 donation to The Salvation Army of Jasper and Newton Counties. The funds will help the nonprofit respond […]

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Sparklight Launches Sparklight Mobile, Expanding Affordable Connectivity Beyond the Home

December 4, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – As reliable mobile connectivity becomes increasingly essential for education, work, healthcare access and everyday life, Sparklight, a leading broadband communications provider serving more than one million customers across 24 states, has introduced […]

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