Community Events

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You are invited to join us as we celebrate Chuck Odle, of Odle Insurance Agency and his new office location at 1136 N Desloge Drive, in Desloge, with a ribbon cutting on Friday, August 21, 2026!

Stop by to congratulate Chuck on his success and while you are there, enjoy coffee, danishes, muffins, promotional items AND an exciting drawing for Cardinal Tickets, from 7:30–8:30am, with an official Ribbon Cutting at 8:00am.

Don't miss it! 

Friday, Sept. 4 will be the "Off-Road Show" from 6:00 pm-9:00 pm. There will be giveaways and a raffle for off-road related gear! The show will be in the same spot as the last three years, behind the church in the city park. There will be food trucks, vendors, carnival rides, and a beer garden!!

Raffle tickets will be $1. There is a $15 entry fee, which includes 1 raffle ticket. 

What does it take to build a thriving company, overcome adversity, develop strong leaders, and create lasting impact? Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Mineral Area College Tech Center on Thursday, September 17th!

 Featuring:

Jon Paramore — Keynote Speaker

Charlie Beis — Entrepreneur & President of Beis Plumbing

Scott Griffin — Event Emcee

 The evening begins with a Happy Hour Networking Reception at 5:00 PM, including appetizers and 2 drink tickets.

Beer, wine, and assorted non-alcoholic drinks will be available for purchase.

 Tickets:

Chamber Members: $25

Non-Members: $35

EVERYONE is invited and encouraged to join us! You do not have to be a Chamber member to attend.

 For more information, contact your chamber at the info below:

-Desloge Chamber: (573) 431-3006

-Park Hills–Leadington Chamber: (573) 431-1051

-Farmington Chamber: (573) 756-3615

-Bismarck Chamber: (573) 516-0641

 So… who’s ready for a night of real stories, real growth, and real business insight?

Are you coming with your team, a business friend, or someone who needs a little inspiration? Tag someone who should be in the room for this one! Seats will be limited — don’t wait to sign up!

 Sponsored by:

Bonne Terre Chamber

Farmington Regional Chamber

Desloge, MO Chamber of Commerce

Park Hills - Leadington Chamber of Commerce

Bismarck MO Chamber of Commerce

The Central Class of 1976 is planning their 50th Class Reunion. Events will span 2 days.... at the Homecoming game on Friday, Sept 25th and at the Elks Lodge on Saturday, Sept 26th. Any classmates who would like to attend are being asked to contact any of the following people on Facebook. Donnie Mashall, Debbie Humphrey Schalamon, Karen Parton Skaggs, Margie Lindsey Elliott, Teri Vineyard Douglas, Mark Moss, Denise Holloway McFarland or Danny McFarland.

This a FREE event!

It's a women's mental health event focusing on connection, confidence, self-care and finding the strength to pour back into yourself. This year's theme, Behind the Smile, explores what lies beneath the surface. 

It will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 9 am-3 pm at Mineral Area College.

There will be giveaways, shopping, local vendors, inspiring speakers as well as connection and FUN!