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Sparklight Campaign to Raise Funds for Pets at the Joplin Humane Society Until April 30

(Joplin, MO) – Sparklight is supporting shelter pets in Greater Joplin through “Connect for a Cause,” a community campaign

Missouri Route 66 Centennial Commission Announce a Dedication Ceremony for the Jasper County Route 66 Centennial Interactive Sign on Friday, April 10

(Carthage, MO) – 66 Drive-In Theatre and the Missouri Route 66 Centennial Commission are excited to announce a dedication

Joplin Parks and Community Partners Host May the Forest Be With You Event April 11

Not far from now, in a galaxy not far away… The Joplin Parks and Recreation Department will celebrate Earth Day &

Missouri Southern State University Student Named Leadership Consultant for Zeta Tau Alpha

Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) student Jennifer Archer has been selected as one of just 14 Leadership Consultants

Crowder College FBLA Students Earn National Conference Competition Appearance

(Neosho, MO) – Crowder College’s Future Business Leaders Association students competed in the state competition earlier

Visit Joplin's FY2027 Event Grant Application Now Available; Deadline June 1

(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau (JCVB) has announced that the guidelines and application for

KOAM-TV Marketing to Host Free Smart Marketing Workshops with National Speaker on April 28, 29, and 30, 2026

KOAM-TV Marketing invites the business community to join them for their Smart Marketing Workshops, which will be held on

City of Joplin Announces Closure of JHAP-3 Applications Due to Unprecedented Response

The City of Joplin has received an unprecedented number of applications for the Joplin Housing Assistance Program Phase

Crowder College Students Earn Top Finish at Pan Pacific Debate Championship

(Neosho, MO) – Two students from Crowder College earned a strong result at the Pan Pacific Debate Championship hosted by

Missouri Southern State University Names Dr. David Mayes as Dean of Students and Title IX Coordinator

Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. David Mayes as the institutions

Joplin Schools Now Enrolling for 2026 Summer School Opportunities

JOPLIN, MO. – Enrollment is now open for 2026 Summer School opportunities in Joplin Schools for any student entering PreK

Compass Academy Network Opens Applications for Free Summer Enrichment Program

(Joplin, MO) – The Compass Academy Network (CAN) is excited to announce that applications are now open for its free

City of Joplin Invites the Community to the Grand Launch Party for MOmentum Bike Park on May 2

Bring your family, bicycles, and helmets to the MOmentum Bike Park on Saturday, May 2 for the City of Joplin’s Grand

Joplin History and Mineral Museum to Host Two Events in April

The Joplin History and Mineral Museum invites the community to join them for two fun, family-friendly events during the

April 2026 News & Updates from Missouri SBDC

Join the Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) as they celebrate

The Alliance of Southwest Missouri to Host 'An Afternoon at the Races' Fundraiser on May 2

Join The Alliance of Southwest Missouri on Saturday, May 2 for An Afternoon at the Races, hosted at Downstream Casino Resort

Missouri Southern State University's Esports Teams Conclude Dominant Regular Season, Advance to Playoffs in Multiple Game Titles

The Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) Esports program, known on campus as MOSO Esports, has wrapped up an impressive

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