JOMO Jive - Friday, Feb 7, 2025

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Good Morning, Joplin. Remember when Bobby Boucher showed up at halftime and the Mud Dogs won the Bourbon Bowl, do ya?!

In today’s JOMO Jive:

• Super Bowl LIX

• Fake Spring is Over

• Galentine’s Events

• MSSU Signs 53 Recruits on National Signing Day

• Pup Offering Nail Trim and Treat Pop-Up

• Weekend Events and Live Music Lowdown

Let’s get to it.

— Matt Thompson

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THE DIGEST

Super Bowl LIX

If you have any other plans this Sunday at 5:30 PM, I’m sorry. For those of you who are watching the game, prepare yourselves for history. With a mostly-healthy roster, the leaked NFL scripts, and Taylor Swift on our side, Kansas City is destined to bring home the Lombardi Trophy and the first ever Super Bowl 3-peat.

Fake Spring Comes to an End

Just as the air was starting to get warmer and the ground was beginning to dry out, Mother Nature’s punchline to her cruel joke hits us right in the gut. I don’t know about you, but I was really looking forward to not having to wipe my dogs’ paws off with a towel every time I let them back inside from going potty… Enjoy today and tomorrow’s weather while you can, because next week they’re calling for snow.

Pup Offering Nail Trim and Treat Pop-Up

Pup is back at it with their Nail Trim & Treat pop-up clinic. Your best friend's health and wellness depends on keeping a regular schedule for their nails. Don’t let the “click-clack” of your dogs nails on your hard floors drive you to the point of insanity. Take care of your dogs and your state of mind!

301 S Main St, Carl Junction, MO 64834
Friday, Feb 8th from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
No appointment necessary

“Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch!” for the Kids

“Mr. Hatch leads a predictable and dreary life. One Valentine’s Day, he unexpectedly receives a heart-shaped package with an anonymous note that whispers, “somebody loves you,” and everything changes. This heartwarming puppet play examines the effect that kindness can have on a lonely existence.”

Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex
212 W 7th St, Joplin, MO 64801
Saturday, Feb 8th from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

MSSU Signs 53 Recruits on National Signing Day

The Missouri Southern football team, led by Coach Atiba Bradley, has signed 53 new players for the 2025 season. This group includes 38 high school athletes and 15 transfers. MOSO hasn’t had a winning season since 2013, so I’d say we’re due… Check out all the signees here.

Joplin Regional Alliance for Health’s Growth Initiative

The JRAH is working on big plans to improve our healthcare. They’re creating programs to train new healthcare workers, upgrading facilities, and promoting healthy living. For us, this means better doctors, nicer clinics, and more health-related job opportunities!

Missouri Law Boosts Arts and Culture Funding

A recently enacted Missouri law paves the way for the establishment of a museum and cultural district in downtown Joplin. This legislation enables the city to create a designated area focused on cultural development, potentially leading to new museums, galleries, and performance spaces. Joplin residents can look forward to more fun places to visit and even may help boost local business from tourists.

Missouri Invests Millions to Address Teacher Shortage

Great news—the U.S. Department of Education is giving $4.3 million to the Southwest Center for Educational Excellence in Webb City. This money will help people switch careers to become teachers, which means more educators for our kids.

Galentine’s Events You Don’t Want to Miss❤️ 

Galentines: Girls Day Out at Zinc Coffee
Saturday | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Downtown Webb City Galentine’s Shopping Day
Saturday | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Galentine’s Day Sip and Shop at The Roxy
Saturday | 5:00 PM

Other Weekend Events

Friday

Matt Ferrell Live (Comedy)
Royale Cinema Lounge | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM

February Wine Share
Newton’s Jewelers | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

February First Friday
Joplin Avenue Coffee Company | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

Spring Vendor Arts & Crafts Fair
St. Luke’s Nursing and Rehabilitation | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

2025 McWoods Challenge
McWoods Course at McClelland Park | 9:00 AM

Super Bowl Chili Cookoff
Hideout Harley Davidson | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tea-riffic Succulents Workshop
The Plantery at Henkle’s Ace Hardware | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Pour & Pair Tasting Experience
Vino Noir | 3:00 PM

Songs on the Kora by Sean Gaskell
Webb City Public Library | 3:00 PM

Rumble in the Heartland
Neosho Civic Center | 5:30 PM

Live Music Lowdown

Friday

Rebecca Hawkins Project at Roscoe’s Bar & Grill | 7:00 PM

Zac Burleson Acoustic Trio at Mis Arcos | 7:00 PM

James Weaver at Pour House | 7:00 PM

Choices at Red Ball | 7:30 PM

Brad Hemphill at Osage Spring | 8:00 PM

Blank Earth at Downstream Casino | 8:30 PM

KC & The Vibe at Indigo Sky Casino | 8:30 PM

Left of Center at Kansas Crossing Casino | 8:00 PM

Saturday

Justin Larkin at Keltoi Winery | 5:00 PM

Dr. G and the Tall Man at Vino Noir | 7:00 PM

Alijah Jones at Joplin Empire Market | 12:00 PM

Diversity Band at Turtleheads Raw Bar | 7:00 PM

Tough Luck Chuck at Red Ball | 7:00 PM

DJ Tae at Brew Pub | 10:00 PM

FM Live at Downstream Casino | 8:30 PM

Thomas Martinez at Indigo Sky Casino | 8:30 PM

Left of Center at Kansas Crossing Casino | 8:00 PM

The Risky Business at Buffalo Run Casino | 8:30 PM

Karaoke (does that count as live music?)

Pour House | Saturday 7:00 PM

Buffalo Run Casino | Friday 8:30 PM

Track 94 Brewery | Saturday 7:00 PM

JB’s Clubhouse | Friday 8:00 PM

HoneyPops | Friday 8:00 PM

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WEATHER

Friday: 🌡️ 34 | 44 ☁️ 

Saturday: 🌡️ 34 | 56 ☁️ 

Sunday: 🌡️ 29 | 42 ☁️ 

MSSU SPORTS

Recap:

🏀 Men’s Basketball won 85-69 against Newman University on Thursday 2/6

🏀 Women’s Basketball won 77-40 against Newman University on Thursday 2/6

Upcoming:

🏀 Men’s Basketball (10-11)
Saturday, Feb 8th at HOME vs Emporia State University @ 3:30 PM
Watch or Listen

🏀 Women’s Basketball (15-9)
Saturday, Feb 8th at HOME vs Emporia State University @ 1:30 PM
Watch or Listen

⚾️ Baseball (3-0)
Friday, Feb 7th at HOME vs St. Cloud State University @ 1:00 PM
Saturday, Feb 8th at HOME vs St. Cloud State University @ 1:00 PM
Sunday, Feb 9th at HOME vs St. Cloud State University @ 1:00 PM

🥎 Softball (5-1) - Alvy Early Memorial Classic
Friday, Feb 7th vs University of Texas-Tyler @ 11:00 AM
Friday, Feb 7th vs Upper Iowa University @ 1:30 PM
Saturday, Feb 8th vs McKendree University @ 11:00 AM
Saturday, Feb 8th vs University of Illinois Springfield @ 1:30 PM
Sunday, Feb 9th vs Southern Arkansas University @ 11:00 AM
Sunday, Feb 9th vs University of Missouri - St. Louis @ 1:30 PM

🏃‍♂️ Men’s & Women’s Track
Friday, Feb 7th at Kansas State University for Steve Miller Invitational @ 11:00 AM