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Former Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon to cap off two-day Hancock Symposium with prestigious John Findley Gr
Fulton, Mo. ‒ Aug. 26, 2025: Westminster College is pleased to announce Former Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon will deliver the 60th John Findley Green Foundation Lecture at 2 p.m. on Sept. 17 in Champ Auditorium. Nixon’s address is part of the 20th Annual Hancock Symposium, Sept. 16-17, themed “Justice: For All?”The public is cordially invited to attend. Registration for Gov. Nixon’s address is highly encouraged.This year’s Symposium brings to campus nearly 20 highly accomplished individuals in the fields of law,
William Woods University welcomes the fifth largest class of new incoming students in its history
Fulton, MO – Once again, today’s move-in day for new students at William Woods University (WWU) is setting historical records for new incoming students as the university begins its 155th year of operation. Continuing to buck the national trend in higher education enrollment, WWU will welcome the fifth largest class of new incoming students in its history when classes for the Fall 2025 semester begin on Monday, August 18. 322 new students began New Student Orientation with the university’s annual Ivy
Avery Cockerham Completes Chamber Management Academy
Chamber of Commerce Executives of Missouri ccemo.orgFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 8, 2025Avery Cockerham Completes Chamber Management AcademyLocal Chamber Professional Invests in Leadership and Professional Development Fulton, MO— 8/11/2025 — Avery Cockerham, Workforce Development Coordinator at the Callaway Chamber of Commerce, recently completed the Chamber Management Academy, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Missouri (CCEMO) in Jefferson City.The two-day professional development
Bailey Arban Completes Chamber Management Academy
Chamber of Commerce Executives of Missouri ccemo.orgFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 8, 2025Bailey Arban Completes Chamber Management AcademyLocal Chamber Professional Invests in Leadership and Professional Development Fulton, MO— 8/11/2025 — Bailey Arban, Events Coordinator at the Callaway Chamber of Commerce, recently completed the Chamber Management Academy, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Missouri (CCEMO) in Jefferson City.The two-day professional development program, held August 7–8,
Mid America Bank Hires Kampeter as Director of Marketing
Mid America Bank 1511 Friendship Road, Jefferson City, MO 65101 573-635-0019 • midambk.com PRESS RELEASE - For Immediate Release July 31, 2025 Mid America Bank Hires Kampeter as Director of Marketing Jefferson City, MO – Mid America Bank is pleased to announce Ryann Kampeter has been hired as Assistant Vice President, Director of Marketing. In this role, Kampeter will be responsible for developing and executing strategic marketing initiatives that enhance the bank’s brand, drive client acquisition,
Mid America Bank Hires Lawson as Holts Summit Branch Manager
PRESS RELEASE - For Immediate Release July 31, 2025 Mid America Bank Hires Lawson as Holts Summit Branch Manager Jefferson City, MO – Mid America Bank is pleased to announce Becky Lawson has been hired as Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager of its Holts Summit Branch. In this role, Lawson will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and sales function of the branch. She will lead the branch in making sales calls, conducting training, processing transactions and setting up new
The Callaway Chamber of Commerce Celebrates the Success of The Local Lemon Program
FULTON, MO — The Local Lemon program, a unique youth entrepreneurial initiative, has concluded with resounding success. The coursework took place from July 21st to July 24th and provided participants with a comprehensive understanding of owning and operating their own business. Over the course of the program, they were taught essential skills in customer service, finance, and food handling. After completing their coursework, participants launched their lemonade stands on Saturday, July 26, showcasing their
Fulton to Celebrate 200 Years with Founders Day Events July 31 and August 1
Fulton to Celebrate 200 Years with Founders Day Events July 31 and August 1 FULTON, MO — The official Fulton Founders Day Celebration will span two days: July 31 and August 1, 2025, with events honoring the past and showcasing the people and places that define Fulton today. The celebration begins on Thursday, July 31 at 11:30 AM, with a Founders Day Monument Unveiling and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on the southwest side of the Callaway County Courthouse. This permanent marker, made possible through the
