The Chamber celebrated a day early with Benware Tractor & Auto at 211 E. Douglas in Clinton on 4.4. Their official grand opening was officially 4.5. They’re not completely finished on the inside and out (rain!), but they are very close and are ready for you to stop by. Congrats!!
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Welcome New Chamber Member: APPLEGATE CATERING CO.
Catering for weddings, birthdays, baby showers, company parties, and more! 15+ years of experience!
Also offering ‘take n bake’, delivery, hot and cold meals. +1 330-407-1330
Joeyapplegate@yahoo.com Joe Applegate-Owner/Operator, Let us cook for you…events of all sizes!
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The Childcare Committee of the Chamber held four tours of Clinton childcare facilities on Friday, April 4th and then the students ended up at SFCC/CMU in Clinton for food, information and more. Childcare providers need more qualified employees and today more than 20 juniors and seniors from area schools may have found their future! We also wished our Economic Development Director Mark Dawson a Happy 70th Birthday (4.5).
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We’ve had people come into the Chamber over the years wanting some item with Clinton on it…either as a souvenir, gift, school project, etc. We’ve had some items, but never before…magnets. Well, here they are! $5.00 at 200 S. Main St. M-F 8am-4:30pm.
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We are less than three months away from Olde Glory Days 2025! The bands, other entertainment, carnival, stage and sound, fireworks, etc…Those contracts were signed last fall, so they are ready to go. We will of course feature the Veteran’s Dinner and so many of your favorites from the past, and new items for this year. Mark your calendars for Olde Glory Days 2025, July 3rd-6th and LOOK FOR A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT ON THE OLDE GLORY DAYS FACEBOOK PAGE THIS MONDAY AT 10AM! https://www.facebook.com/oldeglorydays/
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This week, we continued our “Featured” segments on the Chamber’s Facebook page. We are now taking text and images from our member’s websites, Facebook pages, Google searches, etc. and combining them into posts on our Facebook page. “Featured with the GCACC”. It gives the viewer a “one-stop shopping experience” for each of our Chamber members. We have a lot of Chamber members so getting every business on our page will take quite a while, but we think its well worth it! It’s just another service from YOUR Chamber of Commerce. This week, we “Featured” The Dalton House…Bucksaw Resort and Marina…C Squared Screen-printing and Embroidery…The Barn Therapeutic Riding Center…The Arbors at Glendale Gardens…Clinton Animal Rescue Endeavor (Clinton Animal Shelter)…Central Methodist University-Clinton…Taylor, Nold, Kenney and Mitchell, LLC…Survival Adult Abuse Center…Clinton Christian Church(D.O.C.)
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Missouri SBDC · The Missouri SBDC is more than just business advisors—we’re a growth partner for Missouri entrepreneurs.
We help businesses: Analyze markets to find opportunities…Understand financials & secure funding
Build strategies for sustainable success. In 2024, we supported 10,422 clients and training attendees and helped drive $330.7M in increased sales! https://ow.ly/HKBu50VkIgN
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Help Wanted? Of course we can do that.
If you are a member of the Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce, remember that we will post your job openings for free on our Facebook page. If you post them on your Facebook page and we see them, we will share it to our page. However, we’re sure we don’t always see those posts, so send those openings to us. You can tag us in your post of just email david@clintonmo.com or joyce@clintonmo.com.
We can also post job openings for non-members as well, but there is a small fee.
For more details, you can also call us at 660-885-8166 or stop by 200 S. Main St.
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Are you needing a meeting space in Clinton? If so, the Chamber of Commerce may be able to help you out. The Chamber of Commerce building at 200 S. Main St. features a conference room with a table and chairs for about ten people, possibly more if needed. The room features a big screen TV with access to Internet, zoom and more, a sink, coffee pot, microwave, refrigerator, and restrooms. This room is available to members of the Clinton Chamber free of charge. It is also available to those that are not members of our Chamber, however there is a fee. The room can be used during business hours from 8am till 4:30pm Monday through Friday. After hours and weekend hours can be discussed. For more information, call, email, or stop by. 660-885-8166, david@clintonmo.com or joyce@clintonmo.com. Our Chamber reserves the right to accept or deny meetings.
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32nd Annual
AG-APPRECIATION SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT
SPONSOR: CLINTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
CLINTON COUNTRY CLUB
SATURDAY, JULY 19th, 2025
SHOTGUN START—8:30 AM
Format: 4 Person Scramble
Entry Fee $280.00 PER TEAM and includes games
CASH PRIZES PAY BACK 4 places for 2 flights
Over $1800.00 in cash paid out.
*based on 18 teams, subject to change.
SPONSOR YOUR OWN TEAM OF FOUR OR YOU AND YOUR PARTNER WILL BE PAIRED WITH ANOTHER TWOSOME
CONTESTS:
Closest to the Pin
Longest Putt
Most Accurate Drive
Poker Draw
PROCEEDS GO TOWARD SCHOLARSHIPS
LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED
Please enter the following team in the Ag-Appreciation Tournament
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Contact golfer:__________________________________________________
Address: ___________________________Phone:______________________
2nd golfer:_________________________3rd golfer:____________________
4th golfer:_________________________
Please enclose check to: GCACC Ag Tournament
Mail to: 200 South Main, Clinton, MO 64735
LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED
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Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce–Be sure to check out our community calendar at https://clintonmo.com/clinton-chamber-of-commerce/calendar/
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NEW DATES; Heartland Community Theatre of Clinton MO—Get ready for Heartland Community Theatre’s latest production, “Queen of the Silent Scream,” a thrilling murder mystery whodunit, taking place on APRIL 25TH AND 26TH at 7pm each night, and 27TH at 2pm, ensuring an unforgettable evening of laughter, suspense, and intrigue until the very end. Tickets are $15 at the door at 108 N. Washington St.
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The Friends of the Henry County Library Group will be holding a spring book sale and membership drive from April 7th – 12th in the Friends Room of the library located at 123 E. Green Street, Clinton. The sale hours are as follows:8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on April 7th – 11th 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on April 12th The sale will include fiction hardcover and paperback books in an assortment of genres, non-fiction works, DVDs, audiobooks, puzzles, and other miscellaneous items. All hardcover books, audiobooks, and puzzles will be sold at $1.00 each; paperback books are 50¢ each; and DVDs are 4 for $1.00. Miscellaneous items will be sold as priced.Membership Drive and Pre-Sale Event–A membership drive and pre-sale event will be held on Saturday, April 5th, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Current Friends of the Library Group members as well as those purchasing new memberships will be allowed entry into the pre-sale and receive a discount on all purchases. Membership levels and pricing are as follows:$10 = Annual Individual Membership (10% discount on all purchases, admittance to pre-sale)$100 = Lifetime Membership (50% discount on all purchases, admittance to pre-sale) Memberships may also be purchased throughout the week of the sale.Special Sale DaysApril 9th & 10th – EVERYTHING 1/2 PRICE April 11th & 12th – EVERYTHING MUST GO!!! FILL A BAG FOR $1.00!!! Your book collection will bloom with these great buys! All proceeds help support the programs and services at the Henry County Library. For more information, please contact the library at (660)885-2612.
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Spring Sidewalk Sales–Event by Clinton Main Street Downtown Clinton Square Go see all of your favorite downtown businesses during our Spring Sidewalk Sale event! Thursday, Friday & Saturday April 10th – 12 businesses will have sales and specials!
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Clinton Schools—CHS THEATRE DEPARTMENT PRESENTS…Don’t miss our Talented Cardinals in this year’s Spring Play, “Little Women”. Catch this production in the CHS Performing Arts Center, April 10-12 @ 7:30 Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students ($8 and $6 at the door) Tickets can be purchased online at the link below or at the door with cash or card- https://chstheatretroupe7011.ludus.com/ Please contact Madison Haynes, mhaynes@clintoncardinals.org, with any questions.
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Event by Debra McDowell Hall and Tri-Lakes Fly Fishers
Benson Convention Center.
Clinton, Mo
Bigger, Better & More Tying!
Admissions is FREE!
Friday, April 11 1PM – 4PM and
Saturday, April 12, 9AM – 4 PM
Featuring angler, author & film-maker JOHN VAN VLIET on Fly Fishing the Driftless on Friday & Saturday
Get up close & learn from more than 50 expert tyers. Visit 40 exhibits including an interactive booth by the Missouri Department of Conservation, custom rod builders, trip hosts to Alaska & Belize, tying material vendors, & sellers of streamer flies that smallies & big browns cannot resist…and much, much more.
AND Silent Auctions, Raffles, & Live Auctions. Plus delicious home-cooked breakfast & lunch available for purchase on-site Saturday.
Mark your calendars for April 11 & 12 and join us for an outstanding Fly Fishing EXPO of food, fun & fly tying!
Admission is FREE.
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The Annual Spring City-Wide Garage Sales will be April 12th. The Clinton Daily Democrat oversees this event so call them at 660-885-2281 for all the details.
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Autism and Neurodevelopmental Resource Fair Event by The Pediatric Place 210 South Second Street, Suite A, Clinton, MO Join Us for a Day of Resources and Learning! Are you seeking information, support, and services for autism and neurodevelopmental challenges for all ages? This event is designed for parents, caregivers, community members, therapists, physicians, and educators who want to connect with resources and explore tools to help children and individuals thrive! What you’ll find at the Fair; Information & Support Resources Access to Experts In the Field… Activities & Engagement…Who Should Attend?
Parents and Caregivers…Professionals…Community Members FREE Admission – Open to the Public! Let’s Build Connections and Support Together! April 12th 10-2.
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Healing Without Drugs or Surgery Event by Henry County Museum, Clinton, Mo. 203 W Franklin St, Clinton, MO Free Special Presentation: Healing Without Drugs or Surgery: The Story of Sidney Weltmer and the Weltmer Institute of Nevada, Missouri, circa 1897-1927. One day only, Saturday, April 12th, 10 AM, in the DeLozier Building (next to the museum) in Clinton. Missouri. Free admission! Will Tollerton, Bushwhacker Museum Coordinator, Nevada, Missouri, will give an informative presentation about Sidney Weltmer and the Weltmer Institute he founded. Learn about Sidney Weltmer, his healing methods, public reception, conflicts with medical and religious communities, and his legal battle that went to the U.S. Supreme Court. Also, visit the Healing Without Drugs or Surgery exhibit. Tuesday to Saturday, 10 AM to 4 PM, until April 26th, at the Henry County Museum in the Adair Annex, Clinton, Missouri. Sidney Weltmer taught and practiced “suggestive therapeutics,” encompassing positive thinking, hypnotism, and magnetic healing. Weltmer’s Institute certified over 50,000 practitioners and treated more than 100,000 patients. View the magnetic healing machine once utilized by the self-proclaimed “World’s Greatest Magnetic Healer,” Professor O.R. Bentley, who practiced at the White Sulphur Springs Hotel off the Clinton Square.
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April is Community College Month, and State Fair Community College is seeking community feedback as part of its strategic planning process. Through Strategic Foresight, SFCC has developed innovative scenarios and wants input on the most compelling ideas and those that may not resonate. Community insights will help shape transformative concepts to enhance student learning and expand SFCC’s service to the region. You are invited to our upcoming strategic community forum. We value your input, so please attend and give us your thoughts as we move forward with our strategic planning process. Tuesday, April 15, 2025: 2:00-3:30pm State Fair Community College Clinton campus 1701 N. 2nd St., Clinton, MO 64735 We are honored to be your local community college and to serve students, businesses, schools, and the Clinton and surrounding communities in our efforts to improve education and job readiness. Please check in at the SFCC Clinton welcome desk when you arrive, and you will be taken to the meeting room. Thank you so much for your participation in this planning event! If you cannot attend, please consider sending someone to represent on your behalf. Snacks will be provided. You can RSVP to me at: amcfarland@sfccmo.edu
Thank you again,
Amy McFarland
Director, Clinton Campus
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Senior Health and Resource Fair—join us for a day of health, wellness and community. Wed., April 23rd from 10am till 2pm at the Benson Center in Clinton, 1008 East Sedalia Ave. Event Features: free admission…free health screenings…free giveaways and raffle prizes…senior agencies…health care providers and more. Sponsored by Jefferson Gardens and The Arbors in Clinton. For details, call 660-885-9770.
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Optimist Club NOW Social. Come and enjoy food, drinks, and learn what your local Optimist Club is all about. Thursday, April 24th from 5:30 till 7pm at Meadow Lake Golf Club (upstairs area). Clinton Sunrise Optimist Club.
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Clinton Schools—Father Daughter Ball tickets are on sale! Tickets are limited and will sell out quick.
Tickets can be purchased at Clinton Early Childhood Center, Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce and Cummings Men’s Wear. Ticket prices-$20/father and daughter ($5 for each additional daughter)
Ages-This event is limited to girls 3 years old-5th grade. Event will be held Saturday, April 26th from 5:00-7:00 at the Benson Center.
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Spring Junkfest Saturday, April 26, 2025- Mark your calendars for Primitive Olde Crow’s annual Junkfest. Tons of local vendors, food stalls, antiques, pizza, winery, and bounce house for the kids. Free to the public.
Submit vendor applications to: https://form.jotform.com/241995131848062
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Mid-Day Optimist Mother’s Day Brunch & Bubbly. May 3rd from 10am till 12pm. Clinton Country Club, 1114 NE 219 Road. Event happenings; Connor McCandless, Rejuvv, Silkwood Blooms, Burch, Silent Auction, Mimosas, Ello Links.
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SAVE THE DATE!
The NEW Clinton Regional Airport Terminal is almost finished. Your support for this project, and/or the many prior projects that have led us to this point, is greatly appreciated. The City of Clinton and the Clinton Airport Association will host a Ribbon Cutting & Open House to celebrate the completion of the new facility.
So please SAVE THE DATE and join us for the celebration:
Thursday, May 8th
• 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Tour the Terminal and enjoy some light refreshments
• 11:30 AM Ribbon cutting ceremony and comments
Feel free to share this with others in your organization. More information about this event will be provided later in April.
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Clinton Cruise Night-Here is our announcement for our 1st Cruise Night–May 10th of 2025! Head down to Clinton Missouri, to Missouri’s Largest Square at 4pm to 7pm and meet Butch Patrick aka The Original Eddie Munster! He will be bringing Grandpa’s Dragula and Eddies Chopper! We will have cool Munster Cruise Night shirts for sale & Butch will have plenty of Munster’s merchandise for sale as well! Bring your lawn chairs, plenty of shade, with plenty of spectator parking as well as trailer parking and see one of TV’s Legendary actors & the LAST living Munster Monster! Food Vendors will be on site also. FREE ADMISSION FOR CRUISERS & SPECTATORS!!!
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FIRST EVER Lee Stoneking Memorial Fiddle Contest. May 23rd and 24th at the Amphitheatre in Artesian Park in Clinton! The 23rd will feature a jam session and party around 6pm. The 24th will feature the contest beginning around 10am. Over $7,500 in prize money. For all the details, go to https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574770988280, marriottmusicstudio@gmail.com or call Junior at 417-543-6158.
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1st Annual Elijah Hurt Memorial Golf Tournament will be June 14th at Meadow Lake Golf Club. Proceeds to go to the Clinton Animal Shelter and a CHS Golf Scholarship. Sponsorship opportunities also available. For all the details, call Joey at 660-890-4029.
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Hello Community Support Team! We are looking forward to our third ‘Ladies Military Support Event’ October 18th, 2025, from 9am-1pm. We will continue to hold it at Clinton VFW Post 1894, 510 West Allen Street as long as we can. This enables us to continue to offer a free spot to our vendors.
We continue to look for better ways to get the word out about our event as well as veteran-owned businesses and businesses that support veterans! If you would like to have a table at our event, please reach out to Jennifer-Event Coordinator. Please share this information with any business you know of that supports veterans or is veteran-owned and have them contact Jennifer if they are interested or have any questions!
Once again, thank you for your support. Jennifer Umland 660-525-0470, jennum68@gmail.com
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Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry–Looking for quality health coverage at a reasonable price? Check out the Chamber Benefit Plan. Learn more https://mochamber.com/memb…/missouri-chamber-benefit-plan/
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