Magazine News
New and Tried-And-True Attractions Continue To Draw People to Exeter Corn Maze
By Don Lowe As we fall into a new season with cooler temperatures andshorter days, many people across Southwest Missouri becomeexcited about saying goodbye to summer knowing the Exeter Corn Maze comes alive as a delightful destination full of family-friendly fun. Of...
Pro Musica Joplin Celebrates 45th Season, Continues Tradition of Free Concerts
Pro Musica is celebrating its 45th season with an amazing line-up for thisseason’s concerts. Beginning Sept. 12 at 7 p.m., Seraph Brass will perform in the Harry M. Cornell Arts and Entertainment Complex, 212 W. Seventh St., Joplin. This all-female brass quintet...
Watercolors by Tina
by Kristi Spencer Tina Arnall’s artistic journey reminds us that it’s never too late to follow your dreams. A Monett, Missouri, resident with a love for painting, Tina’s creative path has taken a few turns. Though she majored in art during college, her career as a...
Alethea Evans, 16-year-old Dog Trainer & TikTok Star
By Kristi Spencer At just 16 years old, Alethea Evans is already a rising star in the dog training world. Her passion for train-ing dogs began when she was just 7 years old. When she got her own dog, Zofi, Alethea took her training to the next level. Today, Alethea...
Melissa Ritter: Mastering Mindset and Miles
By Ann Leach Master the mind and you can master the body. At least that’s what Melissa Ritter is banking on as she furthers her pursuit of fitness through running. “Our bodies are meant to be moving,” Ritter said. “Our mind is the only thing that holds us back, but if...
Mark Strayer Uses Art to Impact Lives
By Ann Leach Mark Strayer is a man with a mission. “I would simply like to pass on through my work the importance of handmade objects and how wonderful they can make one feel,” he says. “The imagery I use on most of my work regularly evokes happy memories from my...
Lamar Free Fair Remains Family Affair as Moore Brothers Keep Tradition Alive
By Don Lowe More than eight decades after it first began, the Lamar (Missouri) Free Fair is still as big a deal as it ever was. That’s especially true with the Moore family, considering how long they’ve worked so closely with this event. As the 81st version of this...
C2C presents a brand new performance season
By Ann Leach Connect2Culture has announced a new season of performances at the Harry M. Cornell Arts and Entertainment Complex that will launch in September. “The first couple of seasons in our new building have provided tremendous growth opportunities,”...
Local Entrepreneurs Bring Tee Time to the Area
By Kristi Spencer The latest addition to the area's entertainment scene, Tee Time, quickly became the talk of the town when it opened June 27. Located in Webb City, Missouri, Tee Time offers a range of activities year-round for all ages. Whether you are an avid...
Barco Drive-In Overcomes Challenging Times to Remain Destination for Movie Goers
By Don Lowe As Barco Drive-In in Lamar, Missouri, celebrates nearly 75 years of bringing family entertainment to life for people throughout Barton County and beyond, it’s clear this remains a desirable destination that has persevered through unexpected challenges the...
Celebrating the Athletes at Special Olympics Kansas
By Ann Leach The participating athletes are fresh off the track from the Kansas State Special Olympics Games and they are still celebrating. “The state competitions are a highlight for not only our athletes but also our volunteers,” Special Olympics Kansas (SOKS)...
Fun and function come together at Sunny Daze Ceramics
Featuring Southeast Kansas By Ann Leach As we embrace the final six months of 2024, where do you plan to be at year’s end? Pittsburg, Kansas, Potter Sylvia Grotheer can tell you her plan: to not fail at running a new business, continue sharing her love for clay...
Faces & Places
Connect2Culture’s Meet, Greet and Thank You Cocktail Reception
Connect2Culture’s Meet, Greet and Thank You Cocktail Reception Happy hour, hors d’oeuvres and honoring the local arts community…Sharon and Lance Beshore partnered with Connect2Culture (C2C) to host a gathering of creative individuals, organizations and businesses at...
Comedy for Camp
Comedy for Camp Guests at the Fourth Annual Comedy for Camp laughed for a good cause Saturday, March 30. The event, hosted by Soroptimist International of Joplin, was held at 6 pm at Wilder’s Event Center, 1208 S. Main in Joplin, to benefit Jasper County Foster...
Jasper County Collector Steve Holt Retirement Party
Jasper County Collector Steve Holt Retirement Party Thank you for 30 years of service, Steve Holt! The Jasper County collector celebrated three decades of public service with a retirement party at the Carthage Courthouse Friday, February 22, from 1-3 pm. Public...
Fifth Annual March O’ the Kidney
Fifth Annual March O’ the Kidney The Fifth Annual March O’ the Kidney walk was held at 8 am March 9 at Northpark Mall. This one-mile walk is held to raise awareness and funds for those suffering from kidney disease, a life-threatening condition that affects millions...
Neosho Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Business Expo
Neosho Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Business Expo, presented by Omega Mod Group, was a HUGE success. “We had an amazing turnout from the community, with over 2,300 people attending and almost 100 vendors. These two things combined with a high energy made the...
Carthage Business Expo and Home Show
Carthage Business Expo and Home Show The annual Carthage Chamber of Commerce Business Expo and Home Show was held from 10 am to 3 pm Saturday, March 9, at the CRM Auditorium, 1900 S. Grand. The expo serves as an opportunity for businesses and members of the public to...
Grand Lake Boat and Sport Show
Grand Lake Boat and Sport Show The 22nd Annual Grand Lake Boat and Sport Show was held at the Grove Civic Center March 7-10. This yearly tradition ushers in spring and is a chance for families to plan for their summer on the Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees. Visitors got...
Carl Junction Business Expo
Carl Junction Business Expo Follow the call of the disco ball! The Carl Junction Area Chamber of Commerce partnered with Aire Internet to present this year’s Business Expo from 9 am to 2 pm Saturday, March 2, at the Carl Junction Community Center, 303 N. Main....
Kayla Weston’s Birthday Party at Spencer’s Sweet Call
Kayla Weston’s Birthday Party Happy 13th Birthday, Kayla Weston! If you ask Kayla or any of her friends what it’s like to grow up in Webb City, they’d tell you they love going to Cardinals ball games, catching a movie downtown and shopping at the local...
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce 2019 Business EXPO: A Portrait of Success
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce 2019 Business EXPO: A Portrait of Success Love a good success story? The Joplin Business EXPO was picture perfect! The 27th annual event, hosted by the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, showcased area businesses to the community....
Go Red for Women®
Go Red for Women® Freeman Health System employees painted the health system red Friday, February 1. Freeman Heart & Vascular Institute physicians, staff and Paula Baker, Freeman president and chief executive officer, wore red for the American Heart Association’s...
Chamber Celebrates Carthage at Banquet
Chamber Celebrates Carthage at Banquet The Carthage Chamber of Commerce celebrated the past year with a Casino Royale theme at their 2019 Annual Banquet Friday, Jan. 18, at the Congregation of the Mother of the Redeemer reception hall. Over 400 Chamber...