Wednesday, May 7, 2025

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Good Morning, Joplin. There’s a burning question going around the Internet: Who would win in a fight, 100 men or a single gorilla? If a gorilla went to Gold’s gym it could bench a literal ton, squat a Toyota Camry, and crush a coconut like we pop bubble wrap. My money might be on the gorilla.

In today’s JOMO Jive:

• Last Minute Mother’s Day Gifts

• Dr. Fly’s Mamas & Mimosas

• 50th Annual Four State Farm Show

Let’s get to it.

— Matt Thompson

P.S. If you find something useful in today’s Jive, please share it with someone who celebrated Cinco de Mayo with an alcoholic beverage right there on their driveway.

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THE DIGEST

🎁 Last Minute Mother’s Day Gifts

Forgot Mother's Day? We’ve got you covered.

Hey, we get it. Life gets busy, and suddenly it’s less than a week away and you haven’t bought Mom a thing. No worries—we’ve rounded up some clutch gift ideas from Amazon that still ship in time.

Whether you’re shopping for your mom, your spouse, or someone who’s basically your second mom, these picks are fast, fun, and full of love.

50th Annual Four State Farm Show 🚜 

What started as a small gathering in 1975 has grown into the premier agricultural event in the Four State region—and it’s back this spring at Pittsburg State University. The 2025 Four State Farm Show runs May 9–11, bringing together farmers, ag businesses, and curious folks from across Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

Now in its 50th year, the show features:

• 🌾 Indoor exhibits at the Robert W. Plaster Center

• 🚜 Traditional outdoor displays with the latest in ag tech and equipment

• 🌱 A legacy of connecting ag producers with the tools, resources, and innovations they need

Hosted once again on the Pitt State campus thanks to a multi-year agreement with the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds & Event Center, this event is a can’t-miss for anyone with roots in the ag world—or an interest in where their food starts.

More info at fourstatefarmshow.com 

Dr. Fly’s Mamas & Mimosas 🥂 

Calling all queens! Dr. Fly’s Salon Spa is throwing a glam-filled girls’ day on Wednesday, May 8—and it’s all about bubbly, bonding, and a little well-deserved pampering.

📍 102 N Rangeline Rd, Joplin
🕓 4–7 PM | Walk-ins welcome, but booking is highly recommended: (417) 623-6000

Here’s what’s on the menu:

• 💅 Mommy & Me Mani – Gel polish for you ($25) + 1 FREE child polish. Add more kiddos for just $10 each!

• 💇 Mommy Make-Over – Haircut + custom demi-gloss starting at $95 (save $15)

• 🧖 Peace & Quiet – Japanese Head Spa w/ scalp massage & mini facial for $100 (save $10)

• 💍 Permanent Jewelry BOGO – Buy one, get a mini piece 50% off (bracelets, rings & more in silver, gold & rose gold)

PLUS:

• 💖 Free brow wax

• 💖 Free pink tinsel

• 💉 $500 filler syringes & $11/unit Botox

What To Do With All Those Pop Tabs 🥫 

Did you know the Ronald McDonald House collects pop can tabs? Pop Tab Palooza invites the community to drop off saved pop tabs this Friday from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM and celebrate local schools and groups that support Ronald McDonald House Charities year-round. It’s a simple act that helps families stay close when it matters most.

Civic Updates

Joplin’s 2025 Street Resurfacing Is Underway 🚧

Heads up, drivers—Joplin’s 2025 resurfacing program kicked off the week of April 14, starting in the Easttown area. This year’s project includes two resurfacing zones to make up for last year’s pause during utility work, meaning even more streets are getting a fresh layer of asphalt.

The process is called mill and overlay, where the top two inches of old pavement are milled off and replaced with smooth new asphalt. If your street is scheduled, the City’s contractor, Blevins Asphalt Construction, will post door hangers and “no parking” signs 48 hours before work begins.

📍 Areas scheduled for resurfacing in 2025 include:

• Easttown and south of 7th Street

• North St. Louis Ave. & East Zora Rd.

• North St. Louis Ave. & Prairie Flower Rd.

• Southwest Joplin

• Connecticut Ave. from 15th to 32nd

• Northwest Joplin

• Forest Park Cemetery

🚘 Want to check your street? Find resurfacing maps here: joplinmo.org/168/City-Maps

The work is funded through the City’s Transportation, Capital Improvement, and Parks & Stormwater Sales Taxes. Questions? Contact Traffic Engineer Dakota Rusk at 417-624-0820 ext. 1598 or [email protected].

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WEATHER

Wednesday: 🌡️ 56 | 67 🌧️ 95%

Thursday: 🌡️ 55 | 68 🌧️ 60%

Friday: 🌡️ 54 | 71 ⛅️

Upcoming:

⚾️ Baseball (26-24)
5/7 vs Emporia State University (MIAA Championship Tournament) | 1:00 PM

🏌️‍♀️ Women’s Golf
5/5 - 5/7 at NCAA DII Central Region Championship in Edmond, OK

What’s Happening

Food & Drink

🍷 Wine stroll meets boutique crawl: Downtown Webb City Sip & Shop happens every 2nd Thursday, pairing Missouri wines with local shopping charm. Grab a passport, taste your way through downtown, and take home your favorite bottles. Must be 21+ to sip, but all are welcome to shop.

🌮 Food, flowers, and Friday fun: Food Truck Friday at Central Park returns May 9 with live music, spring vibes, and a full lineup of delicious eats. It’s part of the 2nd Friday series — come hungry, bring friends, and enjoy a night of local flavor and laid-back fun.

Arts, Crafts & Culture

🧢 Craft a hat, make it yours: Hat Burning Workshop at Hip Hip Array is a hands-on evening with January+James where you’ll customize your own hat with fire, flair, and friends. Tickets are $50 and include your hat, accessories, snacks, and drinks. Limited spots available!

🎨 Create your way, your pace: Open Paint Studio at Create N Sip runs 5–9pm and welcomes all ages to paint on canvas, wood, or glass — no instruction, just studio vibes and creative freedom. BYOB for 21+, or grab a soda and let the art flow.

🪵 Custom signs, stress-free fun: DIY Wood Sign Workshop at Create N Sip is perfect for all skill levels — choose your design ahead of time and build your own personalized home décor. BYOB, relax, and let the stencil magic do the work. Advance registration required.

Entertainment

👑 A fairytale on stage: Midwest Regional Ballet presents Cinderella at the Cornell Complex. With gorgeous costumes, stirring choreography, and Prokofiev’s iconic score, this timeless tale dances into Joplin May 9–11. Multiple showtimes available — tickets start at $10.

🎡 Rides, snacks, and pure nostalgia: Evans United Carnival rolls into Northpark Mall May 8–18 with games, food, and thrills for all ages. Free parking and admission — just bring cash for rides and snacks (or hit the ATMs on site). Open evenings and weekends, weather permitting.

Miscellaneous

💐 Bouquets, blowouts, and local finds: Mother’s Day Pop-Up at Indie Salon happens Friday, May 9 from 11am–3pm. Build your own floral bouquet, browse handmade jewelry from Evie Bee Creations, and treat yourself to top-shelf hair products — or a well-deserved blowout.

🏌️‍♂️ Networking meets the 9-iron: CJACC Golf Tournament kicks off May 9 at 9:00 AM at Briarbrook Golf Course. Whether you're in it to win or just for the vibes, it’s a great day of swings, sunshine, and business connections on the green.

⛳ Golf for a cause: Putt for Paws Charity Golf Tournament tees off with 3-man scrambles, raffles, giveaways, and a $10K hole-in-one challenge. All proceeds support Heartland Canines' mission to place service dogs with veterans.

Live Music Lowdown

Thursday:

Here, Now, Sunset Circle, Sinecera at Blackthorn Pizza & Pub | 6:00 PM

Friday:

Rangeline at Mi Torito, Galena | 5:30 PM

Low Co Duo at Christine’s Vineyard | 6:00 PM

Auralai at Big Spring Park | 6:30 PM

Justin Larkin at Beard Engine Brewing Co | 6:30 PM

Copenhagen Bandit at Kicks Bar & Grill on Route 66 | 9:00 PM