Friday, April 4, 2025

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Good Morning, Joplin. Are you ready to see the cutest dog in Joplin? Voted by you, of course…

In today’s JOMO Jive:

• The Winner of Mutt Madness

• Dump Your Junk 2025

• Kids & Adult Theatre Performances

• 20th Street Road Closure

• 40+ Weekend Events and Live Music

Let’s get to it.

— Matt Thompson

P.S. If you find something useful in today’s Jive, please share it with someone who loves the sweet sound of local, live music.

THE DIGEST

🐶 And The Winner Is…

A lovable rescue named Rusty won our first annual Mutt Madness contest, scoring himself a custom portrait for his doghouse and a $50 VISA gift card! Rusty declined to comment on this story, preferring instead to chew on his favorite bone.

The final round was INSANELY close! CLICK HERE to see the results.

Thank you to everyone who participated in this fun event! From submitting pictures of your dogs, to voting in the tournament, this wouldn’t have been what it was without you. You have until next March to get your pups in tip top shape if they want to beat Rusty next year…

Dump Your Junk 2025 🚛 

Spring cleaning just got a lot easier! Join The Lundy Group - Keller Williams Realty Elevate for their annual Dump Your Junk event on April 5th—an all-day community cleanup party where you can ditch the clutter for FREE.

Here’s what’s happening:

• 🛻 Free Junk Drop-Off – Got junk? We’ll take it!

• 🔌 Appliance Recycling – Watered Gardens will collect anything with a power cord.

• 🍋 Lemonade Stand – Run by the Lundy Group kids, with donations supporting a local charity.

• 📍 Where: Keller Williams Parking Lot, 619 S Florida Ave, Joplin, MO

Because nothing says “clean start” like clearing out your garage and supporting your community all in one trip!

Mozart’s Solemn Vespers by MSSU’s Southern Symphony Orchestra 🎼 

Mark your calendar for Friday, April 5, as the MSSU Performing Arts Department brings the stage to life with its annual Masterwork Series Concert, featuring Mozart’s Solemn Vespers. Prepare for an enchanting evening of breathtaking choral beauty and orchestral brilliance at its finest.

General admission is just $10, MSSU faculty/staff pay $8, and MSSU students get in free (score!). More information and tickets can be found here!

Pirate School: Sea Dreams! 🏴‍☠️ 

Prepare to embark on a swashbuckling adventure as David Engel's Pirate School: Sea Dreams! docks at the Beshore Performance Hall within the Cornell Complex on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at 2:00 PM. ​

This family-friendly show, part of the Ignite Series, promises an interactive journey where kids can:​

• 🦜 Learn the Ways of the Pirate – Master essential pirate skills and lingo.​

• 🎩 Engage in Theatrical Shenanigans – Enjoy comedy and magic woven into the performance.​

• 🎶 Sing Along to Sea Shanties – Join in rollicking maritime melodies.​

More information and tickets can be found here!

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Civic Updates

Major Roadwork Alert: West 20th Street to Close April 7 for Major Upgrade Project 🚧

Heads up, drivers! Starting Monday, April 7th, West 20th Street will be completely closed to through traffic between Iron Gates Road and Country Club Drive as work kicks off on the highly anticipated 20th Street widening project.

⚠️ What to Expect:
This is a full road closure, so expect to follow clearly marked detour routes. If you live within the closed section, you’ll still be able to access your home—but only from the east end of the work zone.

🚧 What’s Happening:
This massive capital improvement project will widen about two miles of West 20th Street—from Schifferdecker Avenue to Central City Road—expanding it from two lanes to three. The project also includes:

• Major intersection upgrades at Country Club Drive and Central City Road

• Brand-new curbs and gutters

• A shared-use path for walkers, runners, and cyclists—making the route more accessible and safe for everyone

💰 Project Cost & Funding:
The total price tag? $9.8 million. The work is being handled by Emery Sapp and Sons, Inc., and the project is funded through a mix of sources:

• The Capital Improvement Sales Tax (approved in 2014 and renewed by voters in 2024)

• City of Joplin funds

• Jasper County ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) support

• Help from the Joplin Special Road District

📞 Questions?
Contact Rob Beachner, Capital Improvements Project Coordinator:
📱 417-624-0820, ext. 1543
📧 [email protected]

Stay safe and plan ahead, Joplin! This short-term inconvenience will bring long-term improvements to one of our city’s key roads.

Remember, if you have pictures or a story/event you think we should cover, tag us @jomojivemedia or reply to this email so we can share our favorites!

WEATHER

Friday: 🌡️ 48| 56 🌧️ 95%

Saturday: 🌡️ 41 | 48 🌧️ 85%

Sunday: 🌡️ 35 | 47 🌧️ 55%

Upcoming:

⚾️ Baseball (18-14)
4/5 at Missouri Western State University | 4:00 PM
4/6 at Missouri Western State University | 2:00 PM
4/7 at Missouri Western State University | 1:00 PM

🥎 Softball (27-11)
4/6 at HOME vs Missouri Western State University | 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM (DH)

🏃 Men’s and Women’s Track & Field
4/4 at Midwest Classic in Emporia, KS

What’s Happening

Friday:

Neosho City Wide Garage Sale | 7:00 AM
Location: City of Neosho

April Morning Brew | 7:30 AM
Location: Guaranty Bank

Unveiling of New Mural for Route 66 Centennial | 1:30 PM
Location: Route 66 Mural Park

11th Classic I-44 Auto Auction | 5:00 PM
Location: Buffalo Run Casino

Glass Weaving | 5:30 PM
Location: Spiva Center for the Arts

April WineShare | 6:00 PM
Location: 417 Refine

Friday Fun Drags | 6:00 PM
Location: Mo-Kan Dragway

DIY Wood Sign Workshop | 6:30 PM
Location: Create N Sip Studios

Speed Friending | 7:00 PM
Location: Chaos Brewing

Royal Tea Party | 7:00 PM
Location: The Short Rest

Gretchen Wilson in Concert | 8:00 PM
Location: Downstream Pavilion

2025 SMRHA Route 66 Slide | 8:00 PM
Location: Lucky J Steakhouse & Arena

Saturday:

Downtown Webb City Spring Shop Hop | 9:00 AM
Location: Downtown Webb City

Joplin Empire Market | 10:00 AM
Location: Joplin Empire Market

Bloom Bar | 10:00 AM
Location: Paint Chips & Glitter Boutique

Yin Yoga | 10:00 AM
Location: McNab Wellness

Kansas Crossing’s 8 Year Anniversary Celebration | 12:00 PM
Location: Kansas Crossing Casino

Couples Paint - Beach Sunset | 7:00 PM
Location: Create N Sip Studios

Bluegrass Music Show | 7:00 PM
Location: Spring Valley Music Program

Sunday:

Yoga With Cats | 10:30 AM
Location: Nine Lives Cat Rescue & Adoption Center

Hat Painting at The Winery | 1:00 PM
Location: Christine’s Vineyard

Family Paint - Pink Suds Highlander | 1:00 PM
Location: Create N Sip Studios

Free Zumba | 3:00 PM
Location: Chaos Brewing Company

Open Mic Night | 8:30 PM
Location: Blackthorn Pizza & Pub

Live Music Lowdown

Friday:

Stover Hollow at Christine’s Vineyard | 6:00 PM

The Midnight Junction at Beard Engine Brewing Company | 6:00 PM

Dillon Leggett at Vino Noir | 7:00 PM

Zane Grimes at Famos Italian Smokehouse | 7:00 PM

Interim at Red Ball Bar & Grill | 7:30 PM

Jackson Glasby at Osage Spring | 8:00 PM

Morgan Squared at Grand Lake Casino | 8:00 PM

Saturday:

Dr. G & The Tall Man at Joplin Empire Market | 10:00 AM

Gary Hutchison at HoneyPop’s Bar & Grill | 5:00 PM

Brad Hemphill at Christine’s Vineyard | 6:00 PM

Garrick Fausett at Eastside Social | 6:00 PM

Corey Reagin at Turtleheads Raw Bar | 7:00 PM

Vino Noir | 7:00 PM

Borderline at Pam’s Place | 7:00 PM

Jake Clark at Kicks Bar & Grill | 7:00 PM

The Lost Dogs, Wilkie Jay at HoneyPop’s Bar & Grill | 8:00 PM

Brown Sugar at Osage Spring | 8:00 PM

Blues Doctors at Grand Lake Casino | 8:00 PM

Left of Center at Downstream Casino | 8:30 PM

The Spooklights at Blackthorn Pizza & Pub | 10:00 PM