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Kansas Governor Laura Kelly approves plan to phase out grocery sales tax in Kansas
Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly signed a plan into law that will phase out the state's sales tax on groceries over the next three years.
Pittsburg discusses fund allocation and Section 8 payment standards
The Pittsburg City Commissioners met today to discuss the allocation of Revolving Loan Funds and Section 8 payment standards.
Missouri American Water unveils low-income assistance program
Qualifying customers can now receive money from a temporary federal program through Missouri American Water.
Missouri fire district seeks tax levy to increase staffing
Tri-Cities Fire Protection District seeks to pass a tax levy that would help increase staffing.
Missouri Southern offers free tax assistance
Missouri Southern State University offers free tax return preparation through The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
Annual residential trash and recycling rates raise 2% starting April 1, 2022
Joplin plans to raise the residential trash and recycling rates by 2% starting April 1, 2022.
Missouri Department of Revenue plans to offer money back on gas purchases
Missourians can soon counter rising gas prices with a small refund implemented by the Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR).
Gas prices surged overnight as Americans see biggest jump since Hurricane Katrina
U.S. gas prices are surging at a pace drivers haven't seen since Hurricane Katrina. Here's what you should know.
Max Motors now accepting cryptocurrency for sales
NEVADA & JOPLIN, Mo.--Customers looking to buy a car at Max Motors…
Kansas broadband developers seek applicants for $5 million in grant funding
The Kansas Office of Broadband Development (KOBD) opened a public comment period for the state's Broadband Acceleration Grant Program.
BKD Joplin new location, company could get new name as merger announced
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — BKD is one of the nations leading accounting firms. Late 2021 in Joplin they moved to newly rebuilt offices on the parking lot of Sam’s along John Q. Hammons Blvd. And now we learn they might even…
T-Mobile presents $50,000 Hometown grants
T-Mobile presents $50,000 small town grants to Yates Center, Kan. and Pineville, Mo.
Tyson Foods invests $500 million in wage increases, $50 million bonuses
Springdale, Ark. – Tyson Foods invests millions towards its frontline and hourly workers. These one-time bonuses will be based on tenure, ranging from $300 to $700, and will be distributed starting this month. “This is yet another way for us…
$600k in home assistance for Coffeyville residents
The United States Department of Agriculture announced its plan to invest $624,960 to help with home construction assistance for low-income Kansans on December 7th.
Statewide virtual job fair to be held December 8-9
KANSASWORKS will hold a statewide job fair December 8-9, starting at 8 A.M through 9 P.M.
BBB warns of Father's Day related scams
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. -- The Springfield branch of the Better Business Bureau wants you to shop safely…
Monday last day to file your tax return
Today is the deadline to file your federal tax return. With all the changes from the IRS regarding tax returns this year, we spoke with a local tax professional on what you need to know.
Believing in Bitcoin: The Rise of Digital Gold
"We sell gold and silver, so it's interesting," says Neosho-based jeweler Steve Tipton. "If it's called digital gold, we want to have a part in it." Bitcoin --…
Local residents raise concern after stimulus checks deposited into wrong accounts
Stimulus payments for some four-state residents are going to the wrong account. The problem stems from an issue involving H&R Block.
In case you need last minute gift ideas
As long as you planned ahead, you'll be fine. ...that being said, if you've been procrastinating and missed those shipping deadlines, you still have time. Here's a few gift ideas that can bail…
Extended unemployment benefits ending next month in Kansas
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) — A federal program that had extended unemployment benefits for an extra 13 weeks in Kansas will stop next month just as new COVID-19 restrictions could lead to more furloughs and layoffs. The U.S. Department of Labor…
States on hook for billions under Trump's unemployment plan
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AP) — Whether President Donald Trump has the constitutional authority to extend federal unemployment benefits by executive order remains unclear. Equally up in the air is whether states, which are necessary partners in Trump's plan to bypass Congress,…
1.2 million seek jobless aid after $600 federal check ends
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly 1.2 million laid-off Americans applied for state unemployment benefits last week, evidence that the coronavirus keeps forcing companies to slash jobs just as a critical $600 weekly federal jobless payment has expired. The government's report Thursday…
