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Freeman Health System’s Fort Scott Hospital Staff Has Treated 700+ Patients Since Opening on September 4

October 31, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Fort Scott, KS) – Since Freeman Health System’s Fort Scott Hospital first opened to the public on September 4, Freeman physicians and nurses have treated 747 patients inside the Emergency Department and are caring for, […]

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Counseling Associates of the Four States to Host Food Drive from November 1 to December 24

October 31, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

Counseling Associates of the Four States invites the community to join them in giving back as they proudly host a Food Drive to support those in need. From Saturday, November 1 to Wednesday, December 24, […]

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Joplin High School Art Students Create Halloween Costumes for NICU Babies at Freeman Health System

October 30, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – A Tootsie Roll candy. A construction worker. A bag of popcorn. French fries. These were just a few of the adorable costumes Freeman Health System’s tiniest patients were sporting on October 29 […]

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Freeman Health System Names Dr. Lee Harwell as New Chief Medical Officer

October 30, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Freeman Health System President and Chief Executive Officer Matt Fry announced on October 28, 2025, a key change to the Freeman leadership team, with Dr. Lee Harwell named Chief Medical Officer (CMO) […]

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The Independent Living Center to Partner with Spiva Center for the Arts to Present ‘Happy Walls,’ a Proud Display of Artwork Created by Independent Living Center Consumers

October 29, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

The Independent Living Center (TILC) is proud to announce Happy Walls, a community art exhibit showcasing the creativity and talent of local artists with disabilities. An opening ceremony will take place on Thursday, November 20 […]

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Freeman Health System and City of Joplin Announce 55th Annual Joplin Christmas Parade Theme

October 29, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Preparations for the 55th Annual Joplin Christmas Parade could not proceed until an all-important exchange took place on October 28, 2025, between Freeman Health System President and Chief Executive Officer Matt Fry […]

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Serotonin Centers Joplin to Host Grand Opening Celebration on November 6

October 28, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

Serotonin Centers Joplin invites the business community to join them in celebrating their Grand Opening on Thursday, November 6 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm! Attendees can expect to enjoy light bites and beverages, an exciting […]

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Freeman Health System Appoints Alex Curran as New Senior VP Chief Strategy Officer

October 24, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

(Joplin, MO) – Alex Curran has been named Freeman Health System’s Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer. Curran brings to Freeman 20-plus years of turning complex challenges into practical, high-impact solutions and improving financial performances […]

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Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks to Host Missouri’s Breast Cancer & Wellness Resource Summit on November 7

October 24, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks invites the community to join them for Stronger Together: Missouri’s Breast Cancer & Wellness Resource Summit on Friday, November 7 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at the Joplin Area […]

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Serotonin Centers Joplin to Host Grand Opening Celebration on November 6

October 23, 2025 Erin Slifka 0

Serotonin Centers Joplin invites the business community to join them in celebrating their Grand Opening on Thursday, November 6 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm! Attendees can expect to enjoy light bites and beverages, an exciting […]

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