
July 2025 Ribbon Cuttings
Congratulations to all our members who recently celebrated their accomplishments with ribbon cuttings! 360 Auto Service

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

A Great Big ‘Thank You!’
Joplin, MO. – Ozark Center Turnaround Ranch hosted members of the Freeman Health System Auxiliary as a way to express appreciation

Ewert Park reaches a 100-year milestone as Park Days begin
While Joplin Emancipation Park Days officially begin at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, August 1, 2025, the public is encouraged to

Crowder Board of Trustees appoint Schutten
Neosho, MO – Crowder College Board of Trustees voted to name Ken Schutten, Board of Trustee member for McDonald County after

Your Voice Matters: Help Shape the Future of Joplin’s Health Services
The City of Joplin is taking a close look at how our Health Department serves the community—and we want to hear from you

Joplin Aquatic Centers will close in early August due to back-to-school activities
With back-to-school season approaching, Joplin Parks and Recreation has announced the end of the 2025 season schedule for

Mercy Encourages Greater Awareness as Auto-Pedestrian Incidents Rise
JOPLIN, Mo. (July 29, 2025) – Mercy Hospital Joplin is hoping to draw attention to a troubling and significant increase

Blizzard Blitz
Joplin, MO. – After being shown a dizzying array of flavorful toppings for his customized Dairy Queen Blizzard®, a smiling

Celebrate the Spirit of Giving at Community Blood Center of the Ozarks Christmas in July Blood Drive on July 31
Joplin, Missouri – July 29, 2025 – Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the exclusive provider of blood, platelets

A Moment to Remember
Joplin, MO. – Tears flowed – from parents in the audience to Freeman Learning Center Director Josh Sharp as he spoke from

Steve’s Frame & Body Invests in New Technology to Meet Evolving Industry Demands
Todd Chenault and the team at Steve’s Frame & Body, a collision repair center in Joplin, have made major investments

Forvis Mazars to Host Webinar on Hyperautomation on August 14
Organizations across industries are facing mounting pressure to do more with less, whether it’s addressing staffing shortages

Latest Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Information for August 2025 from Connect2Culture
(Joplin, MO) – Connect2Culture (C2C) regularly collects information on upcoming arts, culture, and entertainment events

Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition Examining Democracy in America Coming to Crowder College Beginning July 28
(Neosho, MO) – The Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street, in cooperation with Missouri Humanities Council, presents

Ajinomoto Foods Named 2025 Inspiring Workplace and Earned 'Best in Class' in Culture and Purpose Category
(Joplin, MO) – Ajinomoto Foods North America (AFNA), a specialty food manufacturer with a plant facility in Joplin, has

Guru Marketing to Celebrate Grand Opening in New Location with 9th Street Block Party on August 21
Guru Marketing is officially opening its doors in Joplin, and they want you to be a part of the celebration! Join them for

All Seasons Printing to Celebrate 40 Years in Business with Birthday Celebration on August 7
All Seasons Printing invites the community to join them for their 40th Birthday Celebration on Thursday, August 7! Come

Dairy Queen to Support Children's Miracle Network Hospitals with Miracle Treat Day on July 31
(Joplin, MO) – Sebastian Green will customize his very own Blizzard®, Dairy Queen’s iconic ice-cold summer treat, during

Joplin Health Department to Offer CPR Classes on July 30, 2025
Doctors have stated that administering CPR outside the hospital can save thousands of lives annually, but about half of
