The Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce and Clinton Main Street will join together for the Annual Banquet this year. The banquet will be held on Thursday, March 26th, 2026 at the Benson Convention Center. The evening’s theme will be “Together Toward Tomorrow.” We will begin with a social at 5:30pm and the dinner buffet will start at 6:00pm. We will recognize our Volunteer of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Ambassador of the Year, Outstanding Business of the Year, Olde Glory Days Hall of Fame, along with our review of 2025.
What’s to come for 2026? Plan now to join us for an evening of fun!
1008 East Sedalia Avenue, Clinton, MO
Rsvp to 660-885-8166
Annual Banquet
Chamber Member: $25
Non-Member: $35
Purchase a table of eight and receive a seat for free!
Please RSVP by Thursday, March 19th
Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce
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The Clinton Elks Lodge is bringing a large number of folks to Clinton in early Aug. for the Elks State Golf Tournament. Hotel rooms have already been booked, both golf courses will be used, money will be spent in town and Clinton Tourism welcomes Elks Lodge members from across the state. Kenny Kaiser accepted a donation from our tourism committee on Wed. (3.18).
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The Clinton Tourism Committee is helping to support the 2026 Power Disc Golf Championship Series Qualifer in Artesian Park, April 11th. This tournament is expected to bring players to Clinton from all over the Midwest…and those kind of events are the ones Clinton Tourism loves to support! This committee is also helping to fund another disc golf tournament in late June, and we expect a large number of golfers to be in Clinton for that tournament as well.
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The Clinton Tourism Committee supports Heartland Community Theatre. Many times throughout the year, these folks add to Clinton’s economy as people from in and out of town may eat out in our restaurants, buy gas, shop, etc.
If you haven’t already, be sure to check them out!
YOUR Tourism Committee and Chamber are proud of their efforts to bring live entertainment to Clinton all year.
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Dear Friends of Education:
The Society for Academic Excellence invites students who have achieved a 3.5 or higher grade point average during this school year to be recognized. Last year, 286 8tudents were honored, including 45 graduating seniors who maintained a 3.5 GPA each year throughout high school. In addition, four seniors from Clinton High School and one senior from Clinton Christian Academy received $500 scholarships. We invite you to join other individuals and businesses in the Clinton area to help honor the scholastic achievements of Clinton High School and Clinton Christian Academy students.
This year marks the 38th anniversary of the Academic Excellence Program, all because of our supportive community which has taken an interest in education for the youth within our school districts. Our program this year will be focused on providing a quality experience for our students and an opportunity for the graduating seniors to be recognized with scholarships to encourage furthering their education.
The consistent support of the program from sponsors like you have allowed the Society to provide this recognition for our top performing students and their families. Your contribution of $100.00 will benefit the students as they receive their official Academic Excellence medals and ribbons. For your support, you will receive the following:
- Recognition in the CHS Academic Excellence Ceremony’s program with that ceremony being held on April 8th. CCA includes A.E. as part of their year-end ceremonies, and you will be recognized there as well.
- Listing as a sponsor in Chamber of Commerce Facebook posts before and after the CHS and CCA ceremonies.
- Either a walnut plaque as a first-year sponsor or a 2026 date plate as a returning sponsor.
- Satisfaction from supporting our youth in Academic Excellence as a partner in education.
Also, many continuing sponsors may need a new plaque for additional year bars. Let the office know when you send your sponsorship. Please make your checks payable to Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce with a memo for Society for Academic Excellence. Checks can be mailed or delivered to the Depot, 200 South Main, Clinton, MO 64735. Your Chamber will also pick up checks if needed. Please respond by April 1st.
Thank you for your consideration and support of our youth and education.
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The Greater Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce has again partnered with E&M Consulting, Inc. to produce our upcoming Membership Directory. It has been two years since our last Directory. The publication will be available in both print and digital formats. E&M will be managing the project, including advertising sales and layout/graphic design. They will be contacting all members about the advertising opportunities available, and we ask that you give them a moment of your time. The publication will be a great opportunity to promote and give your company additional exposure.
To view the ad rates/options and sign-up online, please visit: https://reserveyourad.com/GCACOC/
If you have any questions or want to advertise, please contact an E&M sales associate at 800-572-0011 ext. 0104 or advertising@eandmsales.com. As always, your support is greatly appreciated!
Also feel free to contact us here at the Chamber. 660-885-8166.
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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 it’s well worth it! It’s just another service from YOUR Chamber of Commerce. This week, we “Featured” Cook Tractor Parts…Serrano’s Mexican Restaurant…Cover & Hilton Law…SERC Physical Therapy….Crain Pest & Lawn…Seeds of Faith Preschool…Crave Boutique…SecureNet…Cruise Planners…Shultz Tractor.
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I am reaching out to you today as the 509th LRS is in the process of finalizing the details for our upcoming Combat Dining Out event, which is scheduled to take place on May 1, 2026.
A gift auction will be held during the event. We are seeking contributions in the form of gift baskets, gift cards, or individual items from local businesses and individuals.
We are asking for a few auction items with a value of $25 to $40.
Your assistance in this endeavor would be immensely valuable.
We are deeply appreciative of your past contributions and are confident that your involvement will be instrumental in the success of this event.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
ALEX D. LEE, SSgt, USAF
Air Transportation Function Supervisor
509th Logistics Readiness Squadron
Whiteman AFB, MO
For more information, contact Chester Jones, the Clinton Chamber’s Military Affairs Committee Chairman:
660-924-3720 cell
jonesiecl@gmail.com
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Hello Employers and Industry Representatives,
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Empowering Employers – Employer Service Showcase, an event designed to connect local businesses with the workforce services, tools, and resources available to support your hiring, retention, and workforce development needs.
During this event, employers will have the opportunity to learn about a wide range of workforce solutions, including:
- On the Job Training (OJT) wage reimbursement opportunities
- Work Experience Programs to build hands on skills
- Information on no cost employer services
- Hiring and recruitment tools to support your talent pipeline
- Training and upskilling resources for current and future workers
- Veteran Services to support the recruitment, hiring, and retention of veteran talent
- Missouri Apprenticeship Programs
- Re entry Employment Services
- Support programs available to your business through the Missouri Job Center system
- Opportunities to connect with local workforce professionals who can assist with your hiring and training needs
- Community Resource Partners who will be in attendance to share additional support services
Whether your business is looking to hire, retain skilled workers, or learn more about the services available through Missouri’s workforce system, this event is a great opportunity to gather helpful information and network with experts who are here to support you. We encourage you to review the attached flyer for full details about the event.
If you plan to attend, please register by QR code.
Event Location: DeLozier Building
201 W Franklin Street
Clinton, MO 64735
Date: May 20, 2026
Time: 10am-2pm
Lunch provided
We look forward to seeing you there and supporting your workforce needs!
Martha Patterson, CWDP
Benefit Program Senior Specialist,
Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development
Sedalia Job Center
515 S. Kentucky Ave Sedalia, MO 65301
Office Phone: 660-530-5627 | Direct Line 660-851-7892
Email address: Martha.Patterson@dhewd.mo.gov
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The Pediatric Place Family First Initiative-We’re Here for Families — Because Community Matters
At Pediatric Place Family First Initiative, we believe strong families build strong communities.
Our mission is simple:
Support families
Connect our community to resources
Show up when it matters most
Whether it’s helping meet basic needs, sharing valuable resources, or creating opportunities for connection — we are committed to walking alongside families every step of the way.
We’d love to hear from YOU what resources or support would be most helpful for your family right now?
Let’s continue building a community where no one feels alone.
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568824034820
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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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Clinton Main Street-SAVE THE DATE!!
Piccadilly Ladies Night Out is moving to May! This is going to be the best one yet! More information to come!
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The following is an incomplete schedule of events pertaining to
2026 Clinton Tourism/Chamber of Commerce/Clinton Main Street/Henry Co. Museum. More activities with their dates will be added as those become available.
Schedule of Events
Chamber of Commerce/Clinton Main Street Annual Banquet: 3/26
Snagging Tournament: 4/4
Academic Excellence: 4/8
Disc Golf Tournament: 4/11
Piccadilly: 5/1
Quilt Walk: 5/1-2
National Crappie Trail: 5/1-2
All-American Kayak Bass Tournament: 5/1-2
Cruise Nights: 5/9, 6/13, 7/11, 8/8, 9/12 and 10/10
Fiddle Contest: 5/23-24
Big BAM: 6/7-13
Crappie Masters National Qualifier: 6/12-13
Big Brothers Big Sisters Historic Half Marathon and 5K: 6/13
Museum Chicken Dinner and Live Auction: 6/20
Truck and Tractor Pull: 6/27
Disc Golf Tournament: 6/27
Olde Glory Days: 7/1-7/5
Henry County Fair: 7/11-7/19
Ag Golf Tournament: 7/19
Demolition Derby: 7/25
Elks State Golf Tournament: 8/1-2
Golden Valley Train Show: 8/8
Ag Dinner: 8/17
Brian Sowers Scholarship Tournament: 9/11-13
Northern Cherokee Nation: 9/18-19
Big Fish-Bright Future: 9/19
Wine Stroll: 9/26
Big BAM: 10/11-17
Red Star Intertribal: 10/17
Merry Main Street: 11/14
Downtown Lighting and Christmas Parade: 11/27
Shop Small Sat.: 11/28
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Volunteers needed for Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program
Interested in helping older adults in your community?
We are seeking volunteers for our Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) Program.
The program needs volunteers, especially in Benton, Henry, Hickory, Johnson, Lafayette, and Pettis counties.
“This opportunity is perfect for someone who wants to help older adults in the community without committing to a long-term volunteer responsibility,” said Benefits Counselor Coordinator Penny Humphrey, who operates the TCE Program for Care Connection. “We provide the support that the volunteers need to succeed in this extremely rewarding service.”
Care Connection provides all the training and software necessary for volunteers to assist seniors in electronically filing their state and federal income tax returns. Volunteers need basic computer skills.
The tax sites are in the senior centers; volunteer times are flexible, but generally average five or more hours a week from February through April. Each site must have at least one tax preparer and one quality reviewer to ensure that tax returns are error-free.
The TCE program enables older adults to receive refunds from their income taxes, and this money often helps cover essential home repairs, medical expenses, or other unbudgeted necessary items.
To learn more or to volunteer, call Penny at 1-800-748-7826 ext.228.
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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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If you need help with your job search, we’re here to assist you. Whether you’re starting a new career journey, preparing for your first job, or recently unemployed, we offer resources and services at no cost.
Visit https://bit.ly/2QsgIcf to learn more.
Take advantage of the FREE job-related skills workshops offered at Missouri Job Centers. Don’t miss the opportunity to boost your career potential – register TODAY: buff.ly/3XvBTMu
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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RISE Community Services is seeking opportunities within Henry County for individuals to participate in job shadowing experiences for their community-based assessments, as they learn their strengths and limitations, to see if they can work in the community. Please reach out to Katie Windholz, Employment Specialist with RISE Community Services. 660-747-7990 kwindholz@watchusrise.org
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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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VENUES FOR CLINTON
1311 Event space, 1311 North Washington St., 660-885-2201
American Legion Post #14, 1003 S. Lakeview Dr., 660-885-5306
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 Housing Authority, 7 Bradshaw Dr., 660-885-5852
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
Golden Valley Eagles, 723 N. 3rd Street, 660-885-5811
Hampton Inn, 900 Kansas Ave, 660-885-4488
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
VFW, 510 West Allen, 660-525-0470
Village Pavilion, 303 S. Vansant, 660-885-6114
Let us know if you know of others. Thanks!
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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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