
Connect2Culture Presents Arkansauce on May 16 as the Finale of Their 2025–2026 Season
Join Connect2Culture (C2C) as they close out their season with a band that brings energy, virtuosity, and a fresh twist

Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and ALLO Fiber Announce 2026 Golden Apple Award Winners
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and ALLO Fiber are thrilled to announce the winners for the 2026

Joplin Public Library Releases 2026 Joplin Reads Together Results
The Joplin Public Library (JPL) would like to thank the community for the success of another Joplin Reads Together program

Community Support Services of Missouri to Host Rhythm & Brews on June 13 in Downtown Joplin
(Joplin, MO) — Community Support Services of Missouri (CSS) is bringing high-energy hits and coastal flavors to downtown

Freeman Health System Recognizes Nurses During Special Signing Day Ceremony
(Joplin, Mo) – Smiling, sharing hugs, and waving to a max-capacity audience, a graduating class of 53 graduate nurses (GNs)

City of Joplin Announces the Intersection of W. 20th Street & S. Crestview Drive is Closed for Construction
(Joplin, Mo) – Starting Friday, May 1, Crestview Drive at 20th Street will be closed to all north and southbound traffic

First Thursday Art Walk - May 7, 2026
Joplin Arts District and Urban Art Gallery invites you downtown May 7 for a FREE magical evening of art and music! Artwalk

Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri to Host Annual Clubbing for the Club Tournament on June 4
Swing into action and join the Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri for a day on the green during their annual Clubbing

Crowder College and Ajinomoto Foods North America Sign Apprenticeship Agreement
(Joplin, MO) – Crowder College and Ajinomoto Foods North America have partnered to offer an Advanced Manufacturing Industrial

Mission Hills Mansion to Celebrate 100 Years with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Missouri Southern State University
The historic Mission Hills Mansion, now known as Missouri Southern State University’s (MSSU) Ralph L. Gray Alumni

Joplin History and Mineral Museum to Host Annual Spring Rock Show May 15 – 17
(Joplin, Mo.) – The Tri-State Gem and Mineral Society presents its Annual Spring Rock Show during the weekend of May

Ambassador Spotlight: Brett LaForest, Guaranty Bank
Meet Brett LaForest with Guaranty Bank! He has been an active part of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce for over three

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

April 2026 Ribbon Cuttings
Congratulations to all our members who recently celebrated their accomplishments with ribbon cuttings! Chandelier Boutique

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

Arc of the Ozarks to Host Third Annual Tee Up for Autism Charity Golf Tournament on May 11
Join The Arc of the Ozarks for their third annual Charity Golf Tournament at Rivercut Golf Course on Monday, May 11! This

First Tuesday Lunch to Benefit Community Clinic of Southwest Missouri May 5
(Joplin, Mo) – First Presbyterian Church will host a ‘First Tuesday Lunch’ on Tuesday, May 5 for the Community

Longtime Public Information Officer Retiring; City of Joplin Names Successor to the Role
(Joplin, MO) – A longtime area communications professional is passing the baton to another as Lynn Onstot, public information

Latest Arts, Culture, and Entertainment Information for May 2026 from Connect2Culture
(Joplin, MO) – Connect2Culture (C2C) regularly collects information on upcoming arts, culture, and entertainment events

Joplin High School's Constitution Team Wins First Place at Missouri Bar's 'Show Me the Constitution' for the Second Year in a Row
Joplin High School’s (JHS) Constitution Team continues to set the standard for excellence in civic education! At the
