CASA Celebrates Permanent Home and $100,000 Transformation in Rolla
ROLLA, Mo. — CASA of South Central Missouri is celebrating not one, but two major milestones that will reshape what the organization can offer children, volunteers and the community for years to come. A transformational gift from the TKD Foundation allowed CASA to purchase its Rolla building, giving the organization a permanent home for the first time. Now, a $100,000 Lowe’s Community Impact Grant will help transform that home into a space designed to work even harder for CASA’s mission. CASA was one of
Phelps Health Nationally Recognized for Commitment to Excellence in Cardiovascular Care
ROLLA, Mo. — Phelps Health has received three American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards for demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of heart disease and stroke, helping save lives, support recovery and reduce hospital readmissions. Phelps Health was also honored with the American Heart Association’s Commitment to Quality Award. This is only the second year for this special award level—recognizing hospitals that have
Coterie of Missouri S&T invites community to annual Fall Coffee membership drive
ROLLA, Mo. – Coterie of Missouri S&T invites community members to its annual Fall Coffee membership drive 9:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m. Sept. 12th, 2026 at Christ Episcopal Church in Rolla, Missouri. The event is an opportunity for current members and those interested in joining to explore the organization’s interest groups and make connections with others at the start of a new school year. Annual Coterie dues are $25, and membership is open to men and women. Coffee and pastries will be provided.Coterie’s events
Phelps Health CEO Jason Shenefield Named to Becker’s “Community Hospital CEOs to Know” List
ROLLA, Mo. – Phelps Health President and CEO Jason Shenefield has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s list of “240 Community Hospital CEOs to Know” for 2026.Becker’s Healthcare developed the annual list based on nominations and editorial research. Becker’s describes the leaders recognized as community stewards, strategic visionaries and patient advocates who are focused on advancing healthcare, strengthening their organizations and improving the health of the communities they serve.Shenefield has
Sparklight Invests Nearly $48 Million to Enhance Connectivity in South Central Missouri
ROLLA, Mo. (Aug. 10, 2026) — Sparklight®, a leading broadband provider, has invested nearly $48 million over the past three years to expand and enhance its fiber-rich network in Rolla, Salem, Sullivan, Thayer, Waynesville, West Plains, St. James, Lebanon, Owensville, St. Robert, Springfield and surrounding areas, helping deliver faster connectivity and greater capacity for local residents, businesses and critical community services. As part of its continued network evolution, Sparklight has expanded fiber
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