The AmeriCorps volunteers have set a deadline of Jan 31, 2012 to apply for demolition assistance. Skilled volunteers have been assisting homeowners with demolition of tornado damaged structures, removal of concrete and tree stumps free of charge…

1924 E Laurel Joplin MO 64801 MLS #: 127566 $70, 000 2 bedrooms     1. 00 bath Rates go up, equity goes nowhere! Quit paying the Landlord's mortgage & start winning with this affordable 2 BR,…

Good Bye 2011!! The Year of the Joplin Tornado! 2011 December Blogging Challenge. Day 31, Blog 24 2011 is winding down and in a few hours it will be 2012! This past year has been a rough year here in Joplin, Missouri. The days preceeding…

2011 December Blogging Challenge. Day 30, Blog 23 What Is Your New YEAR'S Good Luck Food?? What is the traditional 'Good Luck' food in your area? Here in the Missouri Ozark's it is blackeyed peas! I will spend Saturday cooking 4 pounds for…

After being hit with an EF5 tornado on May 22nd 2011 my town has displayed to hard work and community spirit that makes us all proud to call Joplin home. I'll admit in the days following the tornado that destroyed nearly a third of the city…

WOW!! This is one gorgeous home. Who wouldn't want to live in this 4 Bedroom home that also has and office and bonus room? Gorgeous wood floors in the kitchen and dining room are complemented by the beautiful cabinetry. This one is…

608 Hayes Ave Carl Junction MO 64834 MLS #: 125935 $120, 000 3 bedrooms     2. 00 bath Create special memories in this traditional 3 BR 2 bath home in Schoolview Estates. Open floor plan,…

We had a great turnout for the Planning and Zoning meeting last night. I wish we saw even a fraction of this sort of turnout for everything that impacts the city. Unfortunately we just didn't have enough room for every one that wanted to be in the…

4202 S Sergeant Joplin MO 64804 MLS #: 125578 $157, 500 3 bedrooms 2. 50 bath Fireplace adds a romantic touch to this inviting 3 bedroom 2 1/1 bath home in SW Joplin. Located on a nice corner…

121 Plaza Dr Joplin MO 64804 MLS #: 125501 $109, 900 3 bedrooms 1. 50 bath Newly remodeled 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath with fenced rear yard is ready for your family to call it home. New carpet and…

I saw the following on a sign or something else that I was reading and really liked the message. "Eternity is a long time to be wrong. " Short message but a powerful one. Have a great Monday…

I was just reading an article on the reasoning for increases in electric rates starting in January (http://www. jsonline. com/business/128109718. html). This isn't the only utility that will be raising your rates due to unfunded mandates handed down…

9404 Finley Lane Joplin MO 64804 MLS #: 120976 $245, 000 3 bedrooms 2. 50 bath More space can help! Escape to the private master suite, 2nd living area, entertainment friendly, wrap-around…

110 Bulger Carterville MO 64835 MLS #: 124444 $69, 900 3 bedrooms 1. 00 bath Pick up the phone & call for exciting details on this 3BR 1 Bath home on a large fenced lot with outside storage. 1…