
Atiba Bradley Named Missouri Southern State University's Head Football Coach
(Joplin, MO) – Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) has named Joplin native Atiba Bradley as the fourteenth head football

Freeman Announces New Chief Clinical Officer
(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System named a new chief clinical officer (CCO) in Jeff Thompson, who is currently Freeman

Joplin Little Theatre Spotlight for February 2021
(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Little Theatre and The Langston Hughes Cultural Society will honor Joplin-born poet Langston Hughes

Fire Department Asks Citizens to Participate in Survey About Services and Response
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Fire Department was established in the fall of 1882. Since that time, many changes have occurred

IRS Extends Due Dates for Opportunity Zone Investments & Funds
The IRS recently extended some key dates for Opportunity Zone investments and key tests related to Qualified Opportunity

JOPLIN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INTRODUCES NEW VIRTUAL LEARNING PLATFORM, CHAMBER ACADEMY
Joplin, MO – The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of their new business education and professional

Crowder College’s Business and Industry Training Opportunities for February and March
(Joplin, MO) – Crowder College Training & Development Solutions is offering a variety of business and industry training

What is Elder Law and What Adjustments Do I Need to Make to My Estate Plan as I Age?
Written by Christopher W. Dumm, The Law Office of Christopher W. Dumm Elder law is the legal field dedicated to working

Mercy to Offer Virtual Heart Health Seminar on February 23
(Joplin, MO) – February is American Heart Month, and Mercy Hospital Joplin isn’t going to let the COVID-19 pandemic

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to Offer Free COVID Testing on February 5
(Joplin, MO) – The City of Joplin and Jasper County Health Departments announced on February 1 there will be community COVID-19

February’s Upcoming Trainings and Webinars from Missouri SBDC
(Joplin, MO) – The Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU)

Crowder College Roughrider eNews – Feb. 1, 2021
(Neosho, MO) – Stay up to date on news from Crowder College and know what’s happening on and off campus! Academics Your

Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex Groundbreaking Ceremony
(Joplin, MO) – A groundbreaking ceremony for the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex will be held today, Monday

Tips For A Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
In a world full of uncertainty, a healthy diet and lifestyle are excellent challenges that each of us can make to impact

The Value of Educating Your Employees
By Kenneth Surbrugg, Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship at Missouri Southern State University Ben Franklin said

February 2021 Chamber Renewals
Thank you for renewing! And thank you to our presenting sponsor, Show Me the Ozarks. Active Lifestyle Events, Inc. 2012

January 2021 Ribbon Cuttings
Congratulations to all our members who recently celebrated their accomplishments with ribbon cuttings! Milmarr Studios Mindi

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

Membership Spotlight: Angel Clean
For over 20 years, Angel Clean has been helping area residents by purifying the air in local homes and businesses as well

Latest Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Information for February 2021
(Joplin, MO) – Connect2Culture (C2C) regularly collects information on upcoming Arts, Culture, and Entertainment events
