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Why I Run – Inspiration Runs High: Boston Marathon competitor Caroline Capehart passes the torch to a younger generation
By Savanah Mandeville As a lifelong runner, Caroline Capehart says running is a natural addition to her busy schedule. “I am a mom of three active boys and try to show them how hard work pays off every way that I can. I get up between 4-5 am to get my run in so that I...
The Great Outdoors
By Larry Whitely INDEPENDENCE DAY It is known as the Fourth of July holiday. The real reason why we celebrate this day is much more than fireworks, parades, picnics, camping trips, fun on the water and family cookouts. The Fourth of July is the day the Declaration of...
Get to Know Laura Wright Children’s Author
By Kathleen Swift Writing and painting have become creative outlets for Laura Wright, a former US Marine. After being diagnosed with post-traumatic stress syndrome following two tours of duty in Iraq, Wright turned to art. Through the creative process, Wright created...
The Anchor at Shangri-La
By Kathleen Swift Shangri-La Resort on Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees is a premier golf resort known for its 27 holes of championship golf and luxury 119-room resort hotel. With the addition of The Anchor, an 11,000-square-foot indoor facility, Shangri-La is now a prime...
Singing That Sweet Music
By Kathleen Swift Photos by Artistic Expressions Photography “We knew at a young age he was going to do something; we just didn’t know what it was going to be,” said Christina Leggett about her son, Dillon. Dillon Leggett is well-known in the area as a local musician....
Taking You Where You Want to Go!
By Kathleen Swift June 1, 2021, will bring exciting changes to the Joplin Regional Airport. On that day, Joplin will have new air service with United Airlines to three new hubs: Chicago, Denver and Houston. “This is an exciting time with three great hubs for the...
Nothing Can Stop Their Love
By Kathleen Swift Photos by Bokeh “It all started with a bowl of chips and salsa,” said Kaitlin Farley. “Isn’t that where all love stories start?” “Our love story began in February 2018, at Cactus Grill in Kansas City at a small table in the corner of the restaurant,”...
‘Welcome’ Addition to Lendonwood Gardens Make Guests Feel Even More at Home
By Don Lowe As area residents and out-of-towners alike explore Lendonwood Gardens in the coming weeks and months, they’ll likely feel even more at home thanks to the newly constructed welcome center designed to help get their tour off to a delightful start. When...
Bottled Poetry
By Kathleen Swift Photos by Artistic Expressions Photography “I’ve always said that wine is bottled poetry,” remarked Tina Kennedy. “It creates atmosphere, a certain feeling, depending on who you are with and what you pair it with.” Kennedy should know since she and...
A Gathering Place: Chapters Bookstore in Miami, OK
By Carole J. White If colorful art, lively music, a passion for reading and stimulating conversations form the heartbeat of Miami, Oklahoma, then Chapters Bookstore on Main Street reflects Miami’s soul. More than a bookstore, more than a gift shop, more than a...
A Spirit that Says ‘Welcome’ to Everyone is the Mindset of Joplin Area Welcome Club
By Don Lowe Over the past four decades, the Joplin Area Welcome Club (JAWC) has primarily focused on helping ensure that as newcomers transition to this Southwest Missouri community, their relocation is made easier and smoother than it might have been otherwise....
Jim Adams for Mental Health Awareness Month
Article and Photo by Amy Howe A husband, father, deer hunter, bass fisherman, barbecue griller, car dealer and a suicide survivor. That is how Jim Adams describes himself. Diagnosed with cyclonic major depressive episodes, Jim has learned to cope with his mental...
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...