
May 2022 Ribbon Cuttings
Congratulations to all our members who recently celebrated their accomplishments with ribbon cuttings! FirstTrust Home Loans

June 2022 Upcoming Trainings and Webinars from Missouri SBDC
The Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will be holding

Council Places Property Tax Question to Support Public Safety Services on August 2 Ballot
(Joplin, MO) – Later this summer, Joplin voters will be asked whether they support a property tax to support and grow public

Welcome New Members
The Chamber’s Board of Directors and staff are pleased to welcome our newest Chamber Members! Please keep these and all

Connect2Culture Partners with Americans for the Arts to Conduct Economic Impact Study of Joplin's Nonprofit Arts & Culture Industry
(Joplin, MO) – Connect2Culture (C2C), Joplin’s community arts agency, is excited to partner with Americans for the Arts

Application Window for BBB's TORCH Awards to Close on May 31
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) TORCH Awards recognize companies and charities that are committed to exceptional standards

Ozark Gateway Association of REALTORS to Host Breakfast Fundraiser for Children's Haven
In partnership with the Joplin Elks Lodge, the Ozark Gateway Association of REALTORS (OGAR) will host a breakfast fundraiser

BBB Business Tip: Debt vs. Equity Financing and Choosing What's Right for Your Small Business
Starting a small business is incredibly exciting, but it can also be a substantial financial undertaking. Choosing which

Senator Bill White’s Capitol Report for May 26, 2022
Governor Launches ARPA Website To help Missourians monitor the funding received from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)

Save the Date for Carver Day on July 9
(Diamond, MO) – George Washington Carver National Monument is pleased to announce the park’s annual Carver Day celebration

Community Blood Center of the Ozarks Sends Blood to Uvalde, Texas
(Springfield, MO) – Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the sole supplier of blood products to 44 area healthcare

Loving Grace to Hold School's Out Bash on June 4
(Joplin, MO) – Loving Grace is excited to announce their first inaugural School’s Out Bash, which will be held on

Connect2Culture Releases Full List of 2022 Summer Camps and Classes
Summer vacation is here! This means it’s time to get your kids registered for some fun activities. Connect2Culture

Crowder College Roughrider eNews – May 23, 2022
(Neosho, MO) – Stay up to date on news from Crowder College and know what’s happening on and off campus! Please note that

The Joplin Sports Authority Hosted NJCAA DII Men's National Championship
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Sports Authority (JSA), in partnership with Twin Hills Golf & Country Club, hosted the 2022

Freeman Partners with Schools to Offer Free Sports Physicals
(Joplin, MO) – School sports provide exercise and lessons in teamwork for students, but it is important that they are physically

Joplin Public Library Presents 2022 Summer Reading Program
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Public Library (JPL) is excited to present their annual all-ages Summer Reading Program from May

Ridgeline Roofing & Construction to Host Community Appreciation Cookout on June 3
(Joplin, MO) – Ridgeline Roofing & Construction is proud to be a part of our four-state business community and is excited

Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri to Host 22nd Annual Golf Tournament
(Joplin, MO) – The Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri will be hosting the 22nd Annual Clubbing for the Club Golf

Leadership Joplin Class of 2022 Hosting Fundraiser for Loving Grace
The Leadership Joplin Class of 2022, in partnership with Southwest Missouri Bank, Missouri Southern State University, Arvest
