Wednesday, May 28, 2025

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Good Morning, Joplin. One of you tried to refer me to my own newsletter. All for the sake of free food. While this gave me a good laugh and I admire the creativity, I don’t think this counts…

In today’s JOMO Jive:

• JOMO Jive’s New Referral Program

• Liberty Utilities Town Hall

• Ridgeline Roofing & Solar 4th Annual Community Appreciation Cookout

• John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band

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 free food.

SPONSORED BY ARVEST BANK - MILLION MEALS

Building Brighter Futures in Carthage

Bright Futures Carthage is one of 11 local food partners we’re highlighting through Arvest’s Million Meals campaign. This initiative connects community resources with students in need, providing essentials like food, clothing, and hygiene items to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.

With 64% of Carthage students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, the need is significant. Bright Futures addresses this by mobilizing local partnerships to meet immediate needs within 24 hours.

✅ Donate online, in the Arvest Go app, by phone, or at any branch.

Your support helps nourish young minds and build a stronger community.
arvest.com/millionmeals

🍴 Want Dinner on Us?

Don’t you hate when you see a giveaway on social media, but to enter you have to “like the post, share the post to your page, and tag 3 friends?”

Our new referral giveaway is live — and all it takes is one friend. You don’t have to share it to your social media or tell the whole world you read this awesome newsletter.

If you help one person subscribe to JOMO Jive, you’ll be entered to win a $25 gift card to a local Joplin restaurant.

🟢 No gimmicks. No spam. One friend = one shot at free food.
🗓 First drawing: Monday, June 2
📣 We’ll announce the winner right in Wednesday’s newsletter!

Here’s the deal: the earlier you refer, the better your odds. This first drawing has the smallest pool — so now’s the time to act.

Ready? Just share your referral link.
We’re posting the referral program here, but after this week it will be at the bottom of every newsletter we send. One referral is all it takes.

⚠️ Liberty Utilities Town Hall

June 12 | 6:00 PM | MSSU Criminal Justice Auditorium

If you’ve had issues with your electric, water, or gas services from Liberty Utilities—this is your chance to speak up.

The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) Staff is holding a Town Hall Meeting right here in Joplin as part of an ongoing investigation into Liberty Utilities, following a wave of customer complaints.

📍 Where: MSSU Criminal Justice Auditorium, 3950 E. Newman Rd.
📅 When: Wednesday, June 12 at 6:00 PM

Representatives from the PSC Staff, the Missouri Office of the Public Counsel, and Liberty Utilities will be present to hear your concerns. (PSC Commissioners will not attend.)

Got a story to share? Questions to ask? This is the place to do it.
☎️ For more info, call the PSC Consumer Services hotline at 800-392-4211.

☀️ Ridgeline Roofing & Solar 4th Annual Community Appreciation Cookout

Friday, May 30 | 11 AM – 2 PM | Fountain Plaza, 1710 E 32nd St, Joplin

The can’t-miss cookout of the summer is back! Ridgeline Roofing & Solar is firing up the grill to thank the Joplin community with their biggest celebration yet.

🔥 What’s on the Menu?

• FREE eats from the Bacon Me Krazy Food Trailer

• Live broadcast fun with Howie & Bubba (AMI Radio)

• Meet adoptable pets from the Joplin & Carthage Humane Societies 🐶

• Win tickets to see Tim McGraw live in concert 🎤

• Family-friendly fun for all ages

Come grab lunch, pet a pup, win some prizes, and enjoy a Friday full of good vibes.

Learn more at ridgelineroofingandsolar.com or call 844-RDG-LINE.

🎸 John Primer & The Real Deal Blues Band – Live at Coda Concert House

Tuesday, July 8 | Doors 6:30 PM | Show 7:00 PM

Get ready for an unforgettable night of real deal blues. Two-time Grammy nominee and 2024 nominee for Best Traditional Blues Album, John Primer is bringing his full four-piece band to Joplin for a rare, intimate performance.

A Blues Hall of Famer and former bandleader for Muddy Waters, Willie Dixon, Jr. Wells, and Magic Slim, Primer’s legacy is cemented in the roots of American music. From Maxwell Street in Chicago to international stages alongside legends like Buddy Guy, Johnny Winter, and Derek Trucks, he’s carried the torch of the blues tradition for decades.

Suggested Donation:

• General Seats – $45

• Reserved Sponsor Seats – $55 (2nd row or stools)

• Front Row – $65

100% of proceeds go directly to the artists.
This is more than a concert—it’s a chance to witness living history.

📩 Reserve your seat now: [email protected]

Don’t miss this legendary night of blues right here in Joplin.

Wednesday: 🌡️ 55 | 73 ⛅️ 

Thursday: 🌡️ 56 | 67 🌧️ 70%

Friday: 🌡️ 52 | 74 ☀️ 

Family Fun

5/29–5/31 🎠 Rides, food & summer fun: Carl Junction Carnival brings three days of thrills, games, and fair food to town with Great Plains Amusements. Don’t miss this family favorite kickoff to summer!

5/31 ✨ Kick off summer & glow bright: Neon Cove’s Summer Bash runs 10:00 AM–2:00 PM with open play, then flips to Glow Night 4:00–8:00 PM. $7 entry, sweet treats from A-Rays, and prize giveaways. Wear your brightest and bring the crew!

Food & Drink

5/30 🥚 Farm-fresh goods hit the road: Madison’s Camper Confections opens its new self-serve farm stand May 30 from 10:30 AM–7:00 PM. Expect eggs, baked goods, jams, handmade quilted items, and more — conveniently located between Carthage and Joplin!

Arts, Crafts & Culture

5/30–5/31 🛍️ Shop local, support makers: May Maker’s Market at Spiva features handcrafted goods from local artisans. Browse the second-floor galleries Friday 5:00–8:00 PM and Saturday 10:00 AM–3:00 PM. Indoors, unique, and totally local.

Miscellaneous

5/30 🏁 Fast cars, fun night: Friday Night Fun Drags at Mo-Kan Dragway runs 7:00–11:00 PM (gates at 6:00). $10 admission, kids 12 & under free. $20 tech card to race — presented by O’Reilly Auto Parts.

5/30 🚴 Pedal power, Joplin style: Critical Mass Group Ride rolls out at 6:15 PM (meet at 6:00) for an easy, all-ages ride. 5–6 miles at a casual pace — last Friday of the month, strength in numbers!

Friday

Full Throttle at Mi Torito, Galena | 5:30 PM

Clint Dodson at Christine’s Vineyard | 6:00 PM

Blues Doctors at HoneyPop’s Bar & Grill | 7:00 PM

The Lost Dogs at Bricks & Brews | 8:00 PM

Outlaws Reloaded at Osage Spring | 8:00 PM

Not The Sun, TBA at Blackthorn Pizza & Pub | 10:00 PM

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