WEEKLY UPDATE FROM THE GREATER CLINTON-AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE/BY DAVID LEE-DIRECTOR: 10.31.25
Happy Halloween! Daylight Saving Time officially ends this Sunday
On Sunday, November 2, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time will conclude across the United States. It’s once again time to “fall back” — don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour as we return to standard time and change the batteries in your smoke and other detectors.
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The Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce is giving you the chance to win…several chances to win, actually.
For the 6th year in a row, it’s the Clinton Chamber’s ‘Receipt to Receive’.
Folks can now bring in a receipt from a Clinton Chamber business that’s a retail business or restaurant, or email that receipt, and you will then be entered to win. Thus…Receipt to Receive.
At the Chamber, we will copy or scan that receipt and get your name and phone number.
Keep in mind that the item(s) on your receipt must be at least $25 in purchases on that receipt and those items need to be purchased from members of the Clinton Chamber to be entered, but you can enter multiple times each week with different receipts.
Each week, those receipts will be entered into a drawing to win a $25 Chamber gift certificate. We will give our prize away each Monday. To be entered to win each Monday, you must bring at least one receipt to the Chamber that previous week. All qualifying receipts will be eligible for our grand prize giveaway.
On Christmas Eve, we will take ALL those receipts entered and draw the big winner of $200 in Chamber certificates.
The Clinton Chamber of Commerce is giving away $400 in Chamber gift certificates with our eight weekly winners and that grand prize winner of $200 in Chamber gift certificates.
We are open Monday through Friday from 8am until 4:30pm at 200 South Main St.
You can find a list of Clinton Chamber members when you go to www.ClintonMO.com, call the Clinton Chamber at 660-885-8166, email joyce@clintonmo.com, or look for the Clinton Chamber decal near the front of each business.
Once again, receipts will only be accepted from Chamber retail businesses and restaurants.
Good luck!
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Their Grand Opening was Sat. (10.25), however the Chamber was at Sun-Kissed Studios, LLC for a sneak peek on Friday. This studio is beautiful, so be sure to stop by and see what they have done. Our mission is to offer personalized tanning solutions and a relaxing escape with extended hours.
1745 E Ohio, Clinton, MO (behind Subway) 660-525-4115 Sunkissedstudios2025@gmail.com
instagram.com/sunkissed_studios_llc http://clientportal.tantrack.com/…
Hours: Monday-Sat. 5:00 AM – 12:00 AM
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Welcome New Chamber Member: MONACO SCHOOL SERVICES at Monaco School Services, we offer a range of services for parents, children, and school districts. We can provide practical solutions, training, and professional development for educators to best meet the needs of their students. We also offer private pay parent training and ABA Services.
https://www.monacoschoolservices.com/
MONACO SCHOOL SERVICES 660-864-0274 info@monacobehavior.com
MONACO SUCCESS ACADEMY 660-383-8301 https://www.facebook.com/monacoEDservices
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Welcome New Chamber Member:
SoJo Small Engine Service
We offer affordable service on small engines, mowers, chain saws, weed eaters, leaf blowers, etc. We are open M-F 8:30-5:00, evenings and weekends by appointment. Call or text James at 660-885-1736.
WE ARE NOW GRAVELY DEALERS! Come demo a mower.
On the corner in Coal across from the Bucksaw Turnoff!!!
7995 E 7 HWY, Clinton, MO 660-885-1736 Sojosmallengine@gmail.com www.sojosmallengine.com
https://www.facebook.com/…/SoJo-Small-Engine-Service…/
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West Central Missouri Community Action Agency at Risk of Closing Multiple Programs & Services in 9 Counties Due to Continued Government Shutdown
Appleton City, MO – October 29, 2025 – West Central Missouri Community Action Agency (“West Central”) today issued a warning that critical programs serving over 13,120 west central Missouri residents in need are at risk of closing if the government shutdown continues.
West Central relies on federal funding to provide west central Missourians with tailored local programs for individuals and families facing financial hardship. These services, ranging from job training to food and energy assistance, support west central Missouri community members often on the brink of disaster and enable them to achieve self-sufficiency. If the shutdown continues on/past Thanksgiving, many of these programs may be forced to close for an unforeseeable amount of time.
“Federal funds are not just part of our budget—they’re the foundation that keeps West Central Missouri Community Action Agency operating,” said Mary Lou Schussler, CEO. “For over six decades, we’ve stood alongside families in need. But if the shutdown persists, we’ll be forced to scale back essential programs that thousands of local residents rely on.”
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Jerry’s Pest Management LLC · HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
During the month of November and First Week of December, our technicians and office will be collecting canned foods and nonperishable food items for those in need in our community.
If you are currently a customer and have a scheduled appointment, our technicians will be happy to take your donations at that time. You can also contact our office about coordinating a pickup or drop off.
If you are one of our commercial customers and want to join us, please feel free to repost! We feel honored to be able to partner with our amazing customer base and community. The more we all work together, the more people we can help!
All food items collected will be donated to the food pantry at The Samaritan Center &Thrift Shoppe.
Monetary donations will also be accepted, and we will donate any funds collected to the Samaritan Center so they can purchase food directly from Harvesters. Contact Tracy in our office on how to help out financially.
We will be posting updates regularly to let you all know what we have been able to accomplish by working in unity!
660-885-5378 WWW.JERRYSPEST.COM
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The Clinton Tourism Association would like to thank the Truman Lake Community Foundation for the grant they awarded, as we work, with others, to make the power on the Courthouse lawn safer, more reliable, and easier to use. This will benefit Clinton Tourism, Olde Glory Days, Chamber of Commerce, Clinton Main Street, Cruise Nights, and others. We also hope our finished product will help bring more activities to the Downtown Clinton Square.
Truman Lake Community Foundation
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in Henry County through resource development, community grant making, collaboration and public leadership.
https://www.cfozarks.org/affiliates/truman-lake
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TO FIND OUT WHAT’S GOING ON AROUND CLINTON, BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR COMMUNITY CALENDAR AT https://clintonmo.com/clinton-chamber-of-commerce/calendar/
IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADD TO OUR WEBSITE’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR, JUST EMAIL david@clintonmo.com
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Dalmatia BnB ·HOLIDAY-READY DOG TRAINING – STARTS NOV 15!
Get your pup trained in time for the holidays! Classes run November 15 – December 20
BASIC OBEDIENCE
Saturdays 12 PM | Nov 15 – Dec 20
Price-$300
Sit, Stay, Come, Loose Leash Walking, No Jumping
ADVANCED OBEDIENCE
Saturdays 1 PM | Nov 15 – Dec 20
Price-$400)
Distance Commands, Impulse Control, CGC Prep, Public Manners
Max Motors, Clinton
USDA Licensed & AKC Certified
Small classes, BIG results
Imagine a well-behaved dog greeting holiday guests with perfect manners!
660-890-5766
Book: dalmatiabnb.portal.gingrapp.com
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Do you know of other places to meet in Clinton? If so, list them in the comments and we’ll add them to this list.
VENUES FOR CLINTON
1311 Event space, 1311 North Washington St., 660-885-2201
Amphitheatre, Artesian Park, 660-885-2181
Benson Center, 1004 E. Sedalia, 660-885-2181
Clinton Country Club, 225 NE 100 Rd, 660-885-2521
Clinton Eagles Aerie #3667, 723 N. 3rd St., 660-885-5811
Clinton Elks #1034, 115 W. Franklin St., 660-885-3481
Clinton Masonic Lodge #548, 1109 East Ohio St., 660-351-4040
Clinton Rotary Club, 200 W. Franklin St., 660-885-6914
Clinton Senior Center, 970 E Sedalia Ave., 660-885-3482
Dietz Family Buffet, 1520 E Ohio St., 660-885-6545
Friends Room-Henry County Library, 123 E. Green St., 660-885-2612
Gathering House, 1321 E Ohio St., 660-869-7804
Hampton Inn, 900 Kansas Ave, 660-885-4488
Heartland Comm. Theatre, 108 N. Washington St., 660-885-6828
Henry County Museum, 203 W. Franklin St., 660-885-8414
Mallard’s Roadhouse, 201 NW Hwy 7, 660-885-3824
Meadow Lake Golf Club/Holly’s Kitchen, 1000 Watson Parkway, 660-885-8326
Parkfield Inn, 506 Kansas Ave., 660-890-6188
Primitive Olde Crow, 32 SE AA Hwy, 660-885-2051
Village Pavilion, 303 S. Vansant, 660-885-6114
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Big News: A New Chamber Map is Coming!
We’re excited to announce that the Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Spring Hill Press to create a brand-new Chamber Map for our community! This year’s Chamber Map will be available both in print and in an interactive digital format online — giving your business visibility wherever people are looking. Don’t miss your chance to be featured in this official Chamber project.
Contact Skyler Moore at skyler@communitymattersinc.com or 660-924-0265
Explore advertising options here: https://springhillpress.net/clinton-mo/
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Clinton Schools YOU’RE INVITED
We’re incredibly proud of the progress our schools have made through the passage of Proposition Cardinals, and it’s all thanks to YOU, our amazing community! We invite you to our Open House to walk the halls, explore the updates, and witness firsthand the incredible transformation Proposition Cardinals made possible.
Date – November 18th
Time – 5:00–7:00 PM
Location – Stop by any (and all!) of our school buildings
Your support has built this, and we can’t wait to celebrate it with you!
The Chamber of Commerce will be at the Clinton Middle School Gymnasium to cut the ribbon at 4:45pm on Nov. 18th. Join us at this location and then start your tour!
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Clinton Senior Center / Care Connection for Aging Services · Feeling overwhelmed by bills? 𝘠𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘦.
We make the connection between you and the resources that can help you thrive!
Learn about the resources available to you.
See if you qualify for free or low-cost programs based on your income.
Get help applying for money-saving programs.
Call our Benefits Enrollment Center at 1-800-748-7826.
Let us connect you to state & federal programs that can save you money and reduce stress.
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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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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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