WHY MERCY HOSPITAL IS TRANSFORMING THE HEALTH OF OUR COMMUNITY Historic Downtown is just one good reason to visit Carthage Better health today and tomorrow. It’s been an honor to serve our community for 110 years. Today, your Mercy health team is still committed to your family’s health and helping you do more of what you love, for years to come. • Now Open! McCune-Brooks Healthcare • Cardiology Foundation Infusion Center – expanded and • Endoscopy renovated center providing chemotherapy, • Sleep lab rheumatology, and pain management. • Imaging and lab services • Women’s health services and surgery • Mercy Clinic specialists in primary care, pediatrics, • Orthopedic surgery women’s health, gastroenterology, general • Physical, cardiac and occupational therapy surgery, neurology, oncology, pain management, • Home health plastic surgery, podiatry, pulmonology and more Need a doc? Let’s talk! Call 1-844-MRCYDOC (1-844-672-9362). Or visit mercy.net/carthage. Mercy Hospital Carthage On the McCune Brooks campus Your life is our life’s work. 3125 Dr. Russell Smith Way | Carthage TABLE OF CONTENTS MEET THE CHAMBER Welcome Letters ..........................................................4 Mission ............................................................................. 5 Membership Benefi ts and Committees ..................6 Chamber Staff and Board of Directors ...................7 COMMUNITY Healthcare .....................................................................10 History .............................................................................. 12 Education ........................................................................ 14 Neighborhoods .............................................................. 16 Worship ............................................................................ 16 Recreation ....................................................................... 22 Attractions and Entertainment ............................... 24 BUSINESS Business and Industry ................................................8 Major Employers ...........................................................8 Small Business Resources ..........................................9 Produced in Carthage ..................................................9 NEWCOMER’S INFORMATION Facts and Stats ..............................................................9 Important Numbers ..................................................... 20 402 S. Garrison Ave. Calendar of Events .......................................................30 Carthage, MO 64836 Location ........................................................................... 32 417-358-7479 Membership Listings ...................................................34 www.carthagechamber.com Buyer’s Guide.................................................................. 44 This is a MetroMedia, Inc. publication. Copyright © 2016 MetroMedia, Inc. 4210 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Suite 314A Fairway, KS 66205 913-951-8440 www.metromediapublishers.com While every effort has been made to make the information contained herein as accurate as possible, neither the Carthage County Chamber of Commerce nor Metro-Media Publications accept any liability for errors or omissions. Carthage Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Profile & Membership Directory 3 MEET THE CHAMBER On behalf of the Carthage Chamber of Commerce, I want to thank you for investing into our Community. It is because of our membership that Carthage is prospering and growing. The Carthage Chamber is a “go to place” for questions, putting together networking events for our Membership, planning events and promoting our members events, helping to make Carthage a better place to live and work. Our mission statement is: “To improve the overall business climate for our members and quality of life for the community through sponsorship of programs which promote civic and economic development, stimulate growth and support relevant political action.” Your Carthage Chamber plays an important role in our community by promoting business activity and representing chamber members. Additionally, we provide input to help shape policy that relates to the business and overall economic environment. And, we have fun doing it! The Carthage Chamber of Commerce is working for YOU and for Carthage. On behalf of the Chamber Board and Staff, thank you for your support and dedication to our Chamber of Commerce. All of us working together is what makes Carthage a great place to live, work and play. Mark J. Elliff President/Economic Development Director It has been an honor to have served as the Chairman of the Carthage Chamber’s Board of Directors this year. The Chamber continues to be a key supporter of local economic growth, advocating for a business friendly environment where our local businesses can succeed and grow while also keeping a thumb on the pulse of the community and the way of life of our residents. This directory illustrates the diversity of businesses, resources and amenities located in and around Carthage. It’s a comprehensive resource for local information. Patronizing local businesses, organizations and attractions helps to keep our local economy strong, sustain employment opportunities and fosters a sense of pride in our community. I encourage you to make the most of your Chamber membership. Make connections that count. Our Chamber offers many social and educational programing events. If you aren’t currently a Chamber member, please consider joining so that you, too can take advantage of all the Chamber has to offer. It has been a very successful year due to the hard work of the Chamber staff and the dozens of volunteers who have given of their time and talents. Thank you for your efforts in making Carthage a great place to live, work and raise a family. Rodney Hinds Board Chairman 4 Carthage Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Profile & Membership Directory MEETBUSINESS THE CHAMBER PROFILE ABOUT THE CHAMBER OUR MISSION STATEMENT Incorporated in 1932, the Carthage Chamber of To improve the overall business climate for our members and Commerce serves more than 400 businesses, organizations quality of life for the community through sponsorship of programs and individual members. We understand that businesses which promote civic and economic development, stimulate growth need the community’s support in order to succeed. The and support relevant political action. Chamber helps to make that happen. Through countless networking events, programs and communitywide activities, WELCOME TO THE CHAMBER the Chamber’s goal is to strengthen businesses and build a If you are not a member, consider joining! If you are a member, stronger community. you have already benefi ted from many of the exciting programs We encourage you to get involved with the Chamber. Members and opportunities the Chamber has to offer. are our top priority. We promote leadership and involvement The Chamber is a private, voluntary, not-for profi t among members to serve you in the best possible way. organization. Our goal is to enhance and support Carthage Let us help you determine how your expertise and experience businesses. We work daily to promote businesses and encourage can best fi t with the Chamber. To get involved or learn more a pro-business climate whether working with a start-up software about the organization and its activities, please call 417-358-2373 company, an established restaurant or a large manufacturing fi rm. or visit www.carthagechamber.com Carthage Chamber of Commerce 2016 Community Profile & Membership Directory 5 MEET THE CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS WE KEEP MEMBERS INFORMED Members receive a monthly newsletter, weekly email, weekly WE PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS update, social media presence, Chamber electronic signage, economic development research and Chamber directory in addition Referrals and introductions to seminars and training programs. Members receive member to Complimentary directory and website listing member discounts at fellow Chamber member’s businesses. Business Expo Social media WE PROTECT AND ADVOCATE FOR AREA BUSINESSES Quarterly member luncheon We are a unifi ed voice for business friendly legislation at city, Monthly Monday Member Meet-Ups county, state and federal levels. Business After Hours and Friday Coffees Meet and network with elected offi cials during Eggs & Issues Ribbon cuttings and groundbreakings Legislative Forums. We provide representation with City staff and Event sponsorship opportunities elected offi cials at City Council. Emerging Leaders membership Maple Leaf Parade fl oat entry WE SHOW CHAMBER PRIDE Chamber lobby member display Display your membership plaque at your business. Place the Member news sections in monthly newsletter and weekly Chamber “proud member” logo on your printed and advertising Monday email materials and on your website. WE HOST SPECIAL EVENTS Join our wonderful Annual Banquet, Trivia Night, Bowling Tournament, Chamber Birthday Party and Community Thank You, Golf Scramble Golf Tournament and much more. Plan and coordinate end of summer or early fall golf tournament. Committee garners sponsorships, encourages WE WELCOME COMMITTEE INVOLVEMENT participation and assists on tournament day. Ambassadors Maple Leaf Festival Ambassadors promote goodwill to Chamber members. They Organize and plan the 2016 50th Annual Maple Leaf Festival. attend ribbon cuttings and grand opening events, serve as greeters With events all month long, festival includes a 5K run, beauty at luncheons and breakfasts, and build relationships with