
Freeman Health System and KRI Sign Letter of Intent Regarding the Future of Fort Scott Health Care Services
Freeman Health System and KRI announced on September 21 the signing of a non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI) to explore the

Tickets on Sale for the City of Joplin's 2027 State of the Community Event on January 27
The City of Joplin is pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for the second annual State of the Community event

Lafayette House Leadership Takes the Stage at 2026 Missouri Behavioral Health Conference
Lafayette House is proud to announce that CEO Susan Hickam and Chief Program Officer Kelli Davis presented a session at

Freeman Health System's Neosho Hospital's Swing Bed Program Keeps Family Together and Safe
(Neosho, MO) – The swing bed program at Freeman Health System’s Neosho Hospital literally spared a local family an

Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) Sets Intervention Deadline for October 12 in Liberty Large Load Customer Rate Plan Request
(Jefferson City, MO) – The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) has set a deadline of October 12, 2026, to intervene

Ookla® Data Recognizes Sparklight® for Most Responsive Internet Speeds in Joplin
(Joplin, MO) – Sparklight®, a leading provider of residential and business connectivity services, ranked first for Most

Joplin Schools' Human Resources Director Set to Retire in October
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Schools’ Board of Education has accepted the retirement plans of Justin Crawford, Esq., district

Ozarks Coca-Cola/Dr Pepper Celebrates New Findings Showing $2B Economic Impact in Missouri
SPRINGFIELD, MO, September 17, 2026 – Following the release of the Coca-Cola system’s new U.S. Economic and Community

Connect2Culture Kicks Off Its 26-27 Performance Season with Michael Cavanaugh and The Second City.
Joplin, Missouri – Connect2Culture (C2C) is thrilled to start its 2026-2027 Performance Season with two performances this

Alice L. Walton Foundation and Mercy Break Ground on AWSOM Whole Health Campus, Marking a New Era for Whole-Person Health in the Heartland
Key Points · The Alice L. Walton Foundation and Mercy broke ground on a 120+-acre campus for specialty care and whole-health

Downtown Joplin Alliance Announces the Return of Restaurant Week on October 3, 2026
(Joplin, MO) – It’s time to eat, drink and Fall in Love with Local all over again! Downtown Joplin Alliance’s

Forvis Mazars to Host Webinar on Tax Credits and Other Opportunities for Nonprofits on September 23
Join Forvis Mazars as they explore various tax incentives available for nonprofit organizations, including the New Markets

Joplin Public Library Seeks Proposals for In-Library Coffee Shop
(Joplin, MO) – Some new may soon be brewing at the Joplin Public Library. As the Library approaches the 10-year anniversary

Visit Joplin Welcomes Jefferson Highway Association and Missouri Rout 66 Association on September 19–22
(Joplin, MO) – Visit Joplin will host the 2026 annual gathering of the Jefferson Highway Association during their Crossroads

City of Joplin and Republic Services Remind Resident of Solid Waste Service Changes Taking Effect on October 1
The City of Joplin and Republic Services are reminding residents inside Joplin city limits about important changes to solid

Joplin Schools Unveils 'Complete Report Card'
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Schools has announced the launch of its new Complete Report Card website, a one-stop resource where

Andy’s Frozen Custard to Host 'Custard with a Cop' in Joplin on September 22
(Joplin, MO) – Andy’s Frozen Custard is partnering with the Joplin Police Department to host Custard with a Cop, a family-friendly

Crowder College to Host Annual Constitution Day on September 17
(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College’s Social Science Division is excited to host their annual Constitution Day event at

NextGen Under 30 Foundation Accepting 2026 Missouri Class Nominations Until September 20
The NextGen Under 30 Foundation is excited to accept nominations for the 2026 NextGen Under 30 Missouri Class! The program

Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University Presents the 2026 Entrepreneur Speaker Series with Tabatha Carter of Cheeky Fun on September 24
Ready to be inspired and equipped for success? Join the Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri
