
Freeman Health System Welcomes New President and CEO in Symbolic Transition of Leadership
(Joplin, MO) – A symbolic transition of leadership took place on April 1, 2025, between Freeman Health System’s outgoing

Leggett & Platt Signs Agreement to Sell its Aerospace Products Group
(Carthage, MO) – Leggett & Platt has signed an agreement to sell its Aerospace Products Group to affiliated funds managed

Wildcat Glades Nature Group Releases May 2025 Program List
(Joplin, MO) – This month, the Wildcat Glades Nature Group, along with other partners, will host a Preschool Connections

Crowder College Foundation Presents 'Suspects & Sleuths: Murder at the Masquerade' Event on April 11 and 12 to Benefit Scholarship Fund
(Neosho, MO) – Get ready for an unforgettable evening of intrigue, delicious food, and suspense as Suspects & Sleuths

Forvis Mazars Releases 2025 State of the Nonprofit Sector Report
In a year of economic uncertainty, obstacles to attracting and retaining talent, and urgent societal issues, nonprofits

Children's Center of Southwest Missouri to Host Two Events in April
Children’s Center of Southwest Missouri is excited to invite the community to two events during the month of April

Joplin Public Library Launches 2025 Joplin Reads Together Program
(Joplin, MO) – The Joplin Public Library, in partnership with local organizations, is excited to begin its month-long campaign

Connect2Culture Announces April 2025 Performances
(Joplin, MO) – Connect2Culture (C2C) will host three performances this April at their home theater, the Beshore Performance

The Alliance of Southwest Missouri to Host Annual Afternoon at the Races Fundraiser on May 3
(Joplin, MO) – The Alliance of Southwest Missouri invites the community to join them for a thrilling afternoon at The Sterling

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 2025 Ribbon Cuttings
Congratulations to all our members who recently celebrated their accomplishments with ribbon cuttings! HTeaO Nova Fancher

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

SBA Offers Relief to Missouri Small Businesses and Private Nonprofits Affected by November Drought
(Sacramento, CA) – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster

City of Joplin to Host Public Meeting on May 6 to Discuss Recycling Education
The City of Joplin invites residents to participate in a Recycling Education and Outreach Planning Open House from 4:00

Schuber Mitchell Homes Named One of USA Today's Top Workplaces for the Second Year in a Row
(Joplin, MO) – Schuber Mitchell Homes, a leading homebuilder in northwest Arkansas, northeast Oklahoma, and southwest Missouri

Southwest Missouri Bank Announces Corley Grant Availability
(Joplin, MO) – Southwest Missouri Bank (SMB), trustee of the W.R. Corley Memorial Trust, has announced the sixth year of

City of Joplin Sets Public Meeting on April 22 to Discuss Design of Streetscaping Along Main Street
The City of Joplin will host an Open House Public Meeting from 4:00 to 6:00 pm on Tuesday, April 22, on the fifth floor

Missouri SBDC at Missouri Southern State University Announces Cash Prizes and Sponsor Support to Boost Local Entrepreneurs at Pitch Palooza 2025
(Joplin, MO) – The Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) is excited

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

JATSO Seeking Public Comments on FY2022–2025 TIP Amendment #16
The Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization (JATSO) is seeking a seven-day public comment period for amendments to
