Congratulations to Skaggs Nursery and Landscaping on their 30th Anniversary! When you drive by, you see plenty of items from the road. HOWEVER, you’ll have to stop to see everything they have on the inside. WOW!! 1003 E Ohio St, Clinton, MO 660-885-7080. The Chamber and our Ambassadors stopped by on Monday to help them celebrate!
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Door of Hope is celebrating their 15 year anniversary. Congratulations from the Chamber of Commerce! We stopped by with treats and a certificate on Wed. of this week. Door of Hope offers Pregnancy and Family Centered Services in Henry County. 205 S Washington, Clinton, MO
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What a Grand Opening!! Sherman Plumbing and Heating welcomed A LOT of people into their brand new building Wed., and the Chamber of Commerce and some of our Ambassadors were there for the ribbon cutting. If you feel like you’ve been missing something in Clinton, you’ll have to see the last picture in this series on the Chamber’s Facebook page. 1733 N Gerhardt Dr.
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Congratulations to TC-Transcontinental on their 10-year Anniversary! The Chamber and some of our Ambassadors stopped by Thursday with a cake and certificate. Take a look at their Facebook page and you’ll see how involved they are with the community; https://www.facebook.com/TCTransconClinton They were also named the Chamber’s “Business of the Year” earlier this year. Congrats once again!!
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Exciting News from the Henry County Museum! We’re thrilled to unveil our new weekly schedule, packed with engaging content for history enthusiasts like you! Here’s what you can expect:
-Tuesdays: Get ready for exclusive sneak peeks and insider info! We’ll be sharing advertisements for upcoming events, exhibitions, and special promotions, so you’re always in the know about what’s happening.
-Thursdays: Prepare to embark on a journey through time with our brand-new column, “Echoes of History.” Inspired by Kay Miles’ Daily Democrat Column “Bits and Pieces,” where she shared fascinating snippets from days or weeks, we’ll delve into the rich tapestry of our museum’s past. Discover intriguing tidbits, captivating stories, and fascinating photos from our county’s history, all stemming from Kay Miles’ legacy.
-Saturdays: Dive deeper into history with our “Historical Spotlight” series! Every Saturday, we’ll shine a light on significant historical events, providing in-depth context and showcasing captivating photos that bring our county’s history to life.
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Be sure to like https://www.facebook.com/oldeglorydays and you’ll know exactly what’s going on when we get to the first of July this year.
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Jobs Mo Gov·Are you interested in expanding your knowledge and skills? To learn more about online learning and training courses that are available at no cost, visit https://bit.ly/3U3YgGl
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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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The Clinton Technical School Car Show will be held in the Technical School parking lot on Saturday, May 11th, 2024. The proceeds from the show will support students in SkillsUSA, our Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO). Show-day registration is $40 from 8-11 am. Judging begins at noon. Awards begin at 2 pm. There will be food available for purchase the day of the car show as well as corn hole, face-painting, music, and more. There will be 10 categories. There will also be prizes given to the top three student vehicles as well as a crowd favorite. This brings us to a total of 17 awards/prizes that will be handed out on the day of the show. Please register using the registration form in the pictures below or by clicking on this link: https://docs.google.com/…/18FnVhSjuwUwYN12KZ…/edit
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Cruise to Clinton Cruise Night is a cruise-in held on the Clinton, MO Square, from 4pm till 7pm on the 2nd Saturday of the month from May thru October. Plenty of shade and parking available, with food vendors on site and a DJ playing music and giveaways. After several cruise nights there will be an actual short cruise. All rides welcome…50/50 raffle…For all the details, check out Clinton Cruise Night on Facebook or email mattwray1968@gmail.com.
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Free Cognitive Screenings offered May 14 at Henry County Health Center and Community Resource Fair with prizes, vendors, Alzheimer screenings and more.
Medicare recommends individuals aged 65 and older undergo yearly screenings for cognitive impairment. Younger adults experiencing concerns or symptoms should also be screened. Early detection of cognitive impairment is vital for timely intervention and planning.
The Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) Research Department and the Missouri Memory Center in Bolivar, Missouri, will host Free Cognitive Screenings on May 14, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Henry County Health Center, 111 N. 3rd St., in Clinton. Pre-registration is required; call 417-328-7781 to schedule.
The screenings, administered by trained staff and lasting about 30 minutes, provide immediate results for discussion with primary care providers.
For more information about the CMH Research Department or the Missouri Memory Center, call 417-328-7781.
Curtis P. Schreiber, M.D. BOARD CERTIFIED NEUROLOGIST
CMH Neurology & Headache Center
Missouri Memory Center
“Today, more than ever before, it is important to identify cognitive impairment early!” ~ Dr. Curtis Schreiber
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Clinton’s Shop Small Crawl. Sat., May 18th 10 till 4 A group of boutiques, home decor and specialty shops have joined teams to host Clinton’s first ever boutique crawl! How it works: Pick up your passport/map at the first participating business you visit. Get your passport stamped at ALL participating shops. Turn your card in to the last shop you visit and be entered to win CASH prizes! No purchases necessary to be stamped. 1st prize: $500 2nd prize: $300 3rd prize: $200 Winners will be drawn LIVE around 4:30pm on Facebook and in person.
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Guardians of the Children Annual Dice Run 2024 Fundraiser. Rain or Shine. Bring your bikes, trucks or cars. May 18th at the Eagles Lodge, 723 North 3rd Street in Clinton. Open to the public. Dice Run pot will be 50/50. Highest total wins. Registration at 10:30am, kickstands up at 11am. There’s also a bike show, 50/50 raffle, live auction at 4pm and more. Help Stop Child Abuse! For all the info, call Donna at 314-229-4248.
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Hats Off For Hot Meals, Kickin’ Chicken Dinner and Hat Auction. May 19th. Lunch from 11 till 1, hat auction at 1:00. A great meal and a chance to bid on a large collection of vintage and modern hats for both men and women. Meal price at the door is $15 for adults, $10 for kids under 12. This event is open to the public and will benefit the programs at Care Connection/Clinton Senior Center.
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AMERICAN PICKERS to Film in Missouri-The American Pickers are excited to return to Missouri! They plan to film episodes of The History Channel hit television series throughout your area in June 2024. AMERICAN PICKERS is a documentary series that explores the fascinating world of antique “picking” on The History Channel. The hit show follows skilled pickers in the business, as they hunt for America’s most valuable antiques. The American Pickers TV Show is looking for leads and would love to explore your hidden treasure. If you or someone you know has a unique item, story to tell, and is ready to sell…we would love to hear from you! Please note, the Pickers DO NOT pick stores, flea markets, malls, auction businesses, museums, or anything open to the public. If interested, please send us your name, phone number, location, and description of the collection with photos to: americanpickers@cineflix.com or call (646) 493-2184 Facebook: @GotAPick
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Rustic Bridges–Attention crafters and artisans!! Booking vendors for our 4th Annual On the Farm, Saturday June 8th. We’re looking for vendors from all around who specialize in handcrafted items, repurposed goods, boutique clothing and accessories, antiques and vintage item vendors, metal workers, ceramics/potters, wine, beer/spirit crafters and many other specialty items. Limited spaces for direct sales. This is a family friendly event where people come together to shop your amazing products in an open air style market. If you or anyone you know is interested in being a vendor please reach out to Matt & Halley Bridges via messenger or email rusticbridges@gmail.com.
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Workshop Credit as an Asset. Access and understand credit reports…Learn how to build or rebuild your credit…Talk to a Certified Credit Specialist. Tuesday, June 18th, 11:30-1 at SFCC, 1701 North 2nd Street in Clinton. 417-282-5936 ww.newgrowthmo.com.
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The Pediatric Place · The day has finally come. The Pediatric Place is delighted to extend a heartfelt invitation to join us in commemorating the grand opening of our Autism & Neurodevelopment Center. We invite all to join us on June 21st from 10 am to 1 pm, where we will showcase the state-of-the-art center, the range of exceptional services we offer, and introduce you to our dedicated and compassionate staff. We hope to see you there!
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Help Clinton FBLA go to the National Leadership Conf. in Orlando, FL June 28-July 3. Six students from CHS will compete and be able to connect with FBLA members across the world, attend workshops, and compete against others. They are expecting the trip to be around $13,000. If you can donate, email sharp@clintoncardinals.org or kdehaan@clintoncardinals.org. Clinton FBLA, 1106 South 2nd Street Clinton, MO 64735
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31st ANNUAL AG-APPRECIATION SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSOR: CLINTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Meadow Lake Golf Club SATURDAY, July 20, 2024 Format: 4 person Scramble
Entry Fee $280.00 PER TEAM includes games SHOTGUN START—8:30 AM
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 OR YOU AND YOUR PARTNER WILL BE PAIRED WITH ANOTHER TWOSOME
CONTESTS:
Closest to the Pin Contest
Longest Putt
Most Accurate Drive
Poker Draw
PROCEEDS GO TOWARD SCHOLARSHIPS LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED