Jasper County Health Department - MO

02/19/2026

Attention Faith Leaders and Ministry Teams in or serving Joplin, Duquesne, Duenweg, Webb City, Carterville, and Carl Junction!!

You play a vital role in caring for families, strengthening neighborhoods, and supporting those navigating hardship. The Thrive Joplin Project is a four-year, community-driven effort focused on improving health and wellness across the Greater Joplin region, and we believe the faith community has an essential role to play in this work.
During this lunch gathering, we will:
• Share an overview of the Thrive Joplin Project and the Healthy Community Blueprint
• Discuss how churches and ministries can plug into short- and long-term strategies
• Explore opportunities to serve as Community Champions
• Identify meaningful ways to elevate the voices of those you serve
This will be an informal and collaborative time of conversation, connection, and learning. Lunch will be provided.

02/19/2026

Does your 3rd or 4th grader enjoy writing or drawing? If so, they can still participate in the George Washington Carver National Monument's 2026 Art and Essay Contest! This year's theme is George Washington Carver’s Legacy at America’s 250th. But time is running out! Deadline submission is this Sunday, February 22nd! This contest is in partnership with MSSU Department of Teacher Education, Spiva Center for the Arts, and the Carver Birthplace Association (CBA)

For more information and contest guidelines please visit the park’s website at: https://www.nps.gov/gwca/learn/education/art-and-essay-contest.htm.

We look forward to seeing all the great submissions!


Image Credit: NPS|GWCA

02/19/2026

Good Alpha Gal Syndrome food resource.

02/18/2026

💜💚💛 It’s Mardi Gras, y’all — time to let the good pets roll!

While everyone’s out collecting beads and king cake crumbs, here’s your festive reminder:
✨ Spay and neuter your pets! ✨

Because the only things we want “multiplying” this season are the parades…
not surprise litters of Mardi Paw-dlers. 🐶🐱🎭

Fixing your pets keeps them healthy and stops them from starting their own Fur-galicious Parade Krewe down your hallway at 3 a.m.

So go ahead — help them “laissez les fixed temps rouler!” 😆💜💚💛

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If you need a Joplin Animal Control officer, they are dispatched through the Joplin Health Department at 417-623-6122, option 3, during business hours. After 5pm, weekends, and holidays, call the Joplin Police Department's non-emergency number at 417-623-3131. Service is limited on weekends.

https://www.joplinmo.org/327/Animal-Control

02/18/2026

Location: ESC Central office
302 Joplin
Joplin, MO 64801

02/12/2026

02/12/2026

Widespread rain will move into the area from the west Friday evening and night with periods of rain continuing through Saturday night ending from west to east Sunday morning.

02/12/2026

County offices are closed today in observance of Lincoln’s birthday.

02/11/2026

Job Opening:
Public Health Nurse (LPN) / Health Educator

The Lawrence County Health Department is seeking a qualified and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time (35 hours/week) dual-role position as a Public Health Nurse and Health Educator. Candidates must hold a current LPN license in the State of Missouri. Deadline to apply is February 20th. Read more about the position and how to apply here: https://www.lawrencecohealth.com/about

02/11/2026

Is your child’s car seat installed correctly?
Peace of mind starts with a professional check! Make sure your car seat is properly installed and the right size for your child.

📅 Feb 11
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 1901 S Pearl in Joplin,
📱 RSVP & Info: 417-782-9899
🌐 theallianceofswmo.org
📧 cpryor@theallianceofswmo.org

Safety matters, let’s make every ride a safe one💜

02/10/2026

Book Sale

Feburary 16th – 28th

Books priced $1 or less

02/10/2026

No appt needed; paperwork will be completed day of wellness event, February 27th, 10:00-2:00.