
City of Joplin Begins Work for Grand Falls Trail and Overlook Plaza with Area Tree Management
In preparation for the Grand Falls Trail and Overlook Plaza project, City of Joplin staff and a contractor are clearing

Freeman Health System Welcomes Northwest Health System to Its Care Network
(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System announced it has entered into a purchase agreement with a subsidiary of Community Health

Forvis Mazars to Host 2026 State of the Nonprofit Sector on March 11
The nonprofit sector has faced many challenges over the past year, including federal funding uncertainties, shifting demographics

Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri to Host Great Futures Luncheon on April 8
Join the Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri for their Great Futures Luncheon on Wednesday, April 8 at 11:30 am

Pro Musica Presents Dover Quartet on March 19, 2026
Pro Musica proudly presents the world-renowned Dover Quartet on Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 pm! Hailed by BBC Music Magazine

Arc of the Ozarks to Host Third Annual Tee Up for Autism Charity Golf Tournament on May 11
Join The Arc of the Ozarks for their third annual Charity Golf Tournament at Rivercut Golf Course on Monday, May 11! This

City of Joplin's Recycling Center to Hold Document Shred Event for April 4
Many people may have personal papers that are no longer needed and are cluttering their houses, but fear of identity theft

Crowder College's Leyli Ogle Named a 2026 New Century Transfer and All-USA Academic Team Scholar
(Jackson, MS) – Leyli Ogle, a student at Crowder College, has been named a 2026 New Century Transfer and All-USA Academic

Missouri Southern State University Announces 2026 Willcoxon Innovation in Health Sciences Summit on March 27, Showcasing Expanded Mission, Interactive Sessions, and Virtual Tours
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will host the 2026 Willcoxon Innovation in Health Sciences Summit on March 27

Joplin High School to Host Sensory-Friendly Dance for Students with Autism on March 7
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Schools’ National Honor Society (NHS) students and Peer Buddies at Joplin High School (JHS)

Sparklight Launches Mobile Service with Limited-Time Offer of One Free Unlimited Line for 12 Months
(Phoenix, AZ) – As reliable mobile connectivity becomes increasingly essential for education, work, healthcare access, and

Franklin Technology Center to Host Career & College Fair on March 5
(Joplin, MO) – Franklin Technology Center is proud to announce its Annual Career & College Fair, scheduled for Thursday

Missouri Technology Corporation Announces Opening of July 2026 IDEA Fund Cycle; Applications Due May 5
The Missouri Technology Corporation (MTC) is excited to announce the opening of the next IDEA Fund cycle. The IDEA Fund

Freeman Fort Scott Hospital, Inc.'s First-Ever Patient Speaks About How Freeman Health System Staff Saved His Life
(Fort Scott, KS) – Feeling fatigued while fighting an infection, 77-year-old Wayne Russell drove himself to Freeman Health

City of Joplin to Host Public Meeting to Discuss Drainage and Pedestrian Improvements in I-44 Area
The City of Joplin will join the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) in an Open House Public Meeting from 4:30

Missouri Southern State University Celebrates Grand Opening of the Public Safety and Forensics Institute
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new Public Safety and Forensics

Community Blood Center of the Ozarks Offers Free Adventure Pass to Spring Blood Donors
(Joplin, MO) — Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the sole supplier of blood, platelets and plasma to patients

Ambassador Spotlight: Alexis Hudson, Adecco Employment Services
Meet Alexis Hudson, a Branch Manager for Adecco Employment Services! She’s a been Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador

Monthly Chamber Membership Renewals
Thank you to every member who renewed their membership this past month! And thank you to our renewals sponsor, Southwest

February 2026 Ribbon Cuttings
Congratulations to all our members who recently celebrated their accomplishments with ribbon cuttings! Joplin History &
