
JATSO Seeking Public Comments on the 2026 Proposed Unified Planning Work Program
The Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization (JATSO) is seeking a seven-day public comment period for the proposed

Metro Appliances & More Awards $5,000 in Scholarships to Support Employee and Dependent Education
(Lowell, AR) – Metro Appliances & More is proud to announce the recipients of its annual employee scholarship program

Freedom of Flight Museum to Host Heartland Patriots Festival, Wings & Wheels Event on September 6
The Freedom of Flight Museum, VFW Post 5293, and the Joplin Regional Airport are excited to invite the community to their

Connect2Culture's 10th Annual Joplin Area Arts & Cultural Preview to Feature More Than 25 Local Arts and Cultural Organizations on August 9
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin arts and cultural community will gather for Connect2Culture’s 10th Annual Joplin Area Arts &

Community Support Services to Host Third Annual Community Prom for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities on September 13
(Joplin, MO) – Community Support Services of Missouri (CSS) will host its third Annual Community Prom for individuals with

Forvis Mazars to Host Webinar on One Big Beautiful Bill Act's Impact on Federal Grants on August 28
Join Forvis Mazars for a complimentary webinar exploring the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) and its impact on federal

Joplin History and Mineral Museum to Host Two Model Train Shows and Swap Meets on August 9 and November 8, 2025
Train enthusiasts of all ages will want to attend the Joplin Model Train Show and Swap Meet on Saturday, August 9. Open

Joplin Empire Market to Host Pepper Fest Event on August 9 to Celebrate National Farmers Market Week
(Joplin, MO) – On Saturday, August 9, the Joplin Empire Market will host Pepper Fest, a celebration of summer produce as

Missouri Southern State University Earns Prestigious AACSB International Accreditation
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) proudly announces that Missouri Southern State

The Blooming Bridges Foundation Hosting Pampered Chef Fundraiser Party Through August 29
The Blooming Bridges Foundation invites the community to join their virtual Pampered Chef Fundraiser Party that is running

Get the Best Prices and Best Seats with Connect2Culture's Season Tickets for 2025–2026
Don’t miss out on the best seats and prices for Connect2Culture’s (C2C) 2025–2026 performance season, including

Crowder College Hires Coleman Clark as New Assistant Softball Coach
(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College athletic department announced Coleman Clark as the new assistant softball coach. Clark will

Kansas City University Opens Applications for New Anesthesiologist Assistant Program
(Joplin, MO) – Kansas City University (KCU) has officially opened the admissions portal for its new Master of Health Science

Freeman Health System Wins Multi-Disciplinary Quality Improvement Award
(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System has received the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality award for achieving

Ambassador Spotlight: Jennifer Reeves, Mid-Missouri Bank
Meet Jennifer Reeves, Commercial Lending with Mid-Missouri Bank! She’s been a dedicated part of the Joplin Area Chamber

Missouri Southern State University to Host Lion Pride Alumni Coffee on August 15
Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) invites their alumni to reconnect with fellow Lions and area community leaders

The Communities of Wildwood Ranch to Host Seminar on Caregiver Stress and How to Help on August 14
Loving and caring for someone who is living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias can bring unusual pressures, stresses

Joplin Public Library Accepting Applications for 2025 Joplin Writers’ Faire
Joplin, MO – The Joplin Public Library and Post Art Library are accepting applications for the 2025 Joplin Writers’ Faire

"GO WILD. GIVE BLOOD.” RETURNS WITH A ROAR: COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER OF THE OZARKS AND DICKERSON PARK ZOO TEAM UP TO SAVE LIVES
Joplin, Missouri – July 31, 2025 – Stick out your paw to help save lives. Dickerson Park Zoo and Community Blood Center

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