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
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