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Preparing for a Possible Twindemic

October 21, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

Written by Galen Perkins is CEO of Express Rx, a pharmaceutical retailer with 20 store locations in eight states across the Southeast, including three in Carthage, Joplin and Webb City, Missouri. Running a successful business […]

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Heartland Pet Food Reaches Safety Milestone

October 15, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Heartland Pet Food has surpassed 2,000,000 hours without a lost time injury at their Joplin facility. This impressive milestone has taken place over the last 4.5 years. The team at Heartland Pet […]

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COVID-19 Missouri Economy Indicators

September 17, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

The newest issue of the Missouri Economy Indicators is now available. Issue 13 explores how online job postings in Missouri have changed overtime in response to COVID-19. Access the brief here or view our full […]

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Missouri Department of Social Services COVID-19 Job Impact Survey

August 3, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

The Missouri Department of Social Services has released a job impact survey for input from individuals who are 18 and over.  The results of the survey will be used to help determine economic changes by […]

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AT&T Invests Nearly $30 Million Over Three-Year Period to Keep Joplin Connected

July 10, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – AT&T is proud to have the nation’s best and also fastest wireless network, as well as the largest network in North America. From 2017-2019, we invested more than nearly $30 million in […]

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Governor Parson Signs HB 2046 Expanding Licensing Reciprocity in Missouri

July 7, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Jefferson City, MO) – On June 6, 2020, Governor Mike Parson signed HB 2046 expanding license reciprocity provisions in the state of Missouri. “We greatly appreciate the committed effort and leadership of Representative Derek Grier […]

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COVID-19 Testing for Industry Security

June 22, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

(Jefferson City, MO) – Missouri’s citizens, businesses, and communities have all felt the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. As we pave the way toward economic recovery, it is important to remember that the health and […]

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$7.8 Million to Be Distributed Through Missouri One Start Program

May 5, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

Governor Parson Announces Missouri One Start Will Train More Than 42,000 Workers Statewide (JEFFERSON CITY, MO) – On November 13, 2019, Governor Mike Parson announced the award of more than $7.8 million to 226 projects […]

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Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Receives 2020 MOBEC Grant

May 5, 2020 Erin Slifka 0

Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation receives $111,334 grant award to kickstart our regional entrepreneurial ecosystem.   Joplin, MO – The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation is pleased to announce it received a $111,334 Missouri Building […]

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Arvest Bank Announces $1.05 Billion in SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loans

April 23, 2020 outlookadmin 0

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (April 22, 2020) – Arvest Bank is pleased to share that, via the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program, it has gained approval for 9,705 small business loans totaling more than […]

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  • Galderma to Buy ZO Skin Health for $1.5 Billion
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  • Goliath Roller-Coaster Death Casts Long Shadow Over Six Flags’ Turnaround Hopes
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  • Albertsons Just Slapped a ‘For Sale’ Sign on Itself—Again
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  • The Independent Living Center Invites Families to Annual Trunk-or-Treat on October 29 Featuring New Walk-Through Haunted House
  • Galderma to Buy ZO Skin Health for $1.5 Billion
  • Goliath Roller-Coaster Death Casts Long Shadow Over Six Flags’ Turnaround Hopes
  • Albertsons Just Slapped a ‘For Sale’ Sign on Itself—Again
  • Wildwood Senior Living to Host Halloween Festival on October 30
  • U.S. Defense Startups Flock to Taiwan to Build China-Free Drones
  • Skyway Buick GMC Hosting $1,000 Giveaway Until October 31
  • City of Joplin to Host Public Meeting for 6th Street and Virginia Avenue Parking Garage Project on October 22
  • Downtown Joplin Alliance to Host October’s Third Thursday Event, ‘Harvest Festival’ on October 15
  • OPEC Cuts Demand Growth Forecast Again as Gulf Supply Risks Mount
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