
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

Bright Futures Joplin to Host 9th Annual Guns & Hoses Benefit Basketball Game on April 11
Join Bright Futures Joplin on Sunday, April 11 at 5:00 pm at Joplin High School for the 9th Annual Guns & Hoses Benefit

Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University to Host 2026 Pitch Palooza; Last Day to Apply is April 6
Calling all innovators, dreamers, and entrepreneurs! Pitch Palooza 2026 is officially on the calendar and Missouri Small

Lafayette House Invites Community to Ooh-La Lafayette 2026: Written in the Stars on April 10
(Joplin, MO) – Lafayette House is proud to announce that Ooh-La Lafayette 2026: Written in the Stars will take place on

Ambassador Spotlight: Kennedy Krokroskia, KOAM-TV
Meet Kennedy Krokroskia, a Marketing Consultant for KOAM-TV! She’s the most recent Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador

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

March 2026 Ribbon Cuttings
Congratulations to all our members who recently celebrated their accomplishments with ribbon cuttings! Down Syndrome Group

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

Joplin Schools Names New Assistance Principal at Dover Hill Elementary
JOPLIN, MO. – Joplin Schools is pleased to announce the hiring of Melissa Estes as the next assistant principal of Dover

Freeman Health System Appoints New System Director of Revenue Cycle
JOPLIN, MO. – Christina Clifford has been named Freeman Health System’s System Director of Revenue Cycle. She’s excited

Ozark Center's Brand New Mobile Behavioral Health Unit Ready to Serve Rural Areas
JOPLIN, MO. – Calling the moment a “long-awaited milestone” for Freeman Health Ozark Center, officials with the region’s

Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri to Host Great Futures Luncheon on April 8
Join the Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri for their Great Futures Luncheon on Wednesday, April 8 at 11:30 am

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