Magazine News
Saving Grace hope and healing to break the cycle of poverty
By Don Lowe Over the past 14 years, Saving Grace NWA has provided a comfortable place that’s designed to help young ladies between ages 18-24 years old find their way forward to a much better future after putting a difficult past behind them. “Saving Grace stands...
Singles in the City
By Amy Howe We are delighted to share with you this year’s group of Singles in the City. These 10 individuals are independent go-getters living their best life and are looking for the right person to share their joy with. This dynamic group comprises people in the...
Ozark Off Road Cyclists promote mountain biking
By Don Lowe Ozark Off Road Cyclists (OORC), a chapter member of the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA), has been heavily involved in helping promote this rapidly growing recreational activity across Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley for more than...
Connect2Culture presents Rejection, Jazz, Ducks and Roots
By Ann Leach LETTERS ALOUD: Thanks, But No Thanks - The Greatest Rejection Letters Ever! Paul Morgan Stetler’s biggest rejection led to his creation of a series of productions focused on letters. “I’ve been an actor for many years in Seattle and I am no stranger to...
Life with The Marrs Family
From their businesses to their passions, and most importantly, their family. By Amy Howe Nestled among the beautiful backdrop that is Northwest Arkansas, you’ll find the homestead of Dave and Jenny Marrs, the couple making a big impact on their small-town community...
Kristen Fenimore and her daughter take to the streets for races.
By Ann Leach Motherhood brings lots of changes, but Kristen Fenimore‘s commitment to maintaining a healthy lifestyle was too important to give up. Her solution? Take her daughter, Kaitlynn, with her on her runs. This started when Kaitlynn, now 10 years old, was a...
Erimish and Seneca Schools collaborate for kids
By Ann Leach An overhaul to the Seneca Schools locker rooms was in order and some help was needed to bring the new plan to life. Enter Erimish, a locally owned bracelet bar that started in 2012. “We wanted to give our customers the ability to curate a look especially...
Chief Glenna J. Wallace is diligent, determined in efforts to preserve Shawnee Tribe history
By Don Lowe Chief Glenna J. Wallace was first elected to take on this important leadership role with the Eastern Shawnee Tribe in 2006. It’s appropriate she ascended to such a prominent post considering her effort to help promote and preserve Native American...
Connect2Culture Presents: Broadway Tunes and Family Fun This January
By Ann Leach It’s a new year of entertainment presented by Connect2Culture and is kicked off with some favorite Broadway hits performed by Joplin’s own Glenda Austin and followed by a fun family show performed in Spanish and English that encourages singing, dancing...
The Creative Edge: Great Wonders Productions brings indie films to Joplin area with ‘The Butterfly People’
By Ann Leach Filmmakers from across the Four-State Region will gather in Joplin and Webb City, Missouri, for the Uplift Film Fest Jan. 11-13. Sponsored by Great Wonders Productions, a new cinematic arts organization based in Joplin, this inaugural festival will...
Seneca High School Marching Band Marches Its Way to Spectacular Success
By Don Lowe The Seneca High School Marching Band has marched its way to tremendous success throughout the 2023 fall season and capped things off impressively with a Missouri State Marching Association (MSMA) Class 3A state championship, as well as Best Music in the...
Most Influential People of 2023
By Amy Howe, Photos by Mandy Edmonson* The leaders featured on the following pages are some of the most influential people in our communities. They have a passion for what they do and are proven leaders across a variety of industries. Join us as we shine a spotlight...
Faces & Places
Grand Lake Association 65th Annual Banquet
The Grand Lake Association hosted its 65th annual banquet at 6:30 pm Monday, December 17, at River Bend Casino and Hotel, 100 Jackpot Drive in Wyandotte. The evening featured a cocktail hour beginning at 6 pm, dinner, remarks from GLA President Ray Claggett,...
Show Me The Ozarks Check Presentation for Hope 4You Breast Cancer Foundation
Show Me The Ozarks Magazine presented a check of $2,500 to the Hope 4You Breast Cancer Foundation. The magazine helped raise money by hosting the 9th Annual Pink Carpet Covers for a Cause Benefit held at Mercy Hospital Joplin. The all-day event took place in October...
Faces&Places – Freeman Health System Annual Volunteer Christmas Party
Freeman Health System hosted its annual volunteer Christmas party at 5:30 pm Thursday, December 13, at Freeman Business Center, 3220 McClelland Blvd., in Joplin. This special event is an opportunity for Freeman to honor the many volunteers who bring compassion and...
Carthage Chamber of Commerce: Casino Royale Banquet
We made it relatively unscathed through another holiday season. So, it’s time for a nice break, right? Not for long … It’s time to plan your finest retro James Bond-y type wear for the annual Chamber Banquet, this year with a Casino Royale theme. We’ll shine the...
Threads of Gold for Ronald McDonald House
Threads of Gold for Ronald McDonald House By Kathleen Swift For the past year, “Because of You” has become Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States expression of choice in celebration of the people who have supported its mission and its programs for the past...
Shred-a-Palooza
ShowMe CJ The Carl Junction Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Region M Solid Waste Management District, invites you to the second annual Shred-a-Palooza! This is your opportunity to safely dispose of personal and business documents, to safeguard your...
CHASE THE CHILL COMES TO JOPLIN
CHASE THE CHILL COMES TO JOPLIN It’s a simple concept: help the community chase away winter’s chill by spreading a little warmth to those who need it most. Citizens of Joplin will do just that during Chase the Chill, a free yarn bombing event that distributes...
2018 Apple Butter Makin’ Days Schedule
2018 Apple Butter Makin’ Days Schedule FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12 Before dawn Apple Butter Makin’ begins on courthouse lawn Round Grove Baptist Church All day KIDZONE at Senior Center Parking Lot (north of the square) 6:30-9...
Downtown Joplin Alliance First Friday Wine Share
Downtown Joplin Alliance First Friday Wine Share The Downtown Joplin Alliance teamed up with Neal Group Construction to host the September First Friday Wine Share. The event was held at 215 S. Wall in a 107-year-old building that has recently been given a new...
Circles-Joplin Check Presentation
Circles-Joplin Check Presentation Three local organizations presented donations to Circles-Joplin at a special check presentation ceremony at 6 pm Thursday, August 30. Circles-Joplin is a non-profit organization aimed at eliminating poverty in the community....
Pink Ribbon Gala
Pink Ribbon Gala Three cheers to another beautiful evening honoring our sisters in pink! The seventh annual Breast Cancer Foundation of the Ozarks Pink Ribbon Gala was held Friday, July 20, at 6 pm in the Grand Cedar Ballroom at Indigo Sky Casino. The evening featured...
Bros in Bras for a Cause
Bros in Bras for a Cause: McCune-Brooks Healthcare Foundation Benefit for Mammogram Program By Savanah Mandeville [[[Breakout box: When: Nov. 10 at 6:30 pm Where: Cherry’s - The Woodshed, 311 S. Main St., Carthage Tickets are...