GROWING JOHNSON COUNTY, MISSOURI
SEPTEMBER 2022
BAR-B MERCANTILE RECEIVES JCEDC MICROLOAN, RENOVATES NEW LOCATION
(Warrensburg, MO) Bar-B Mercantile is the latest business venture for Lisa S. Dean, long-time Johnson County entrepreneur and champion for gift and décor items that are handmade and homegrown in the heartland. For years, Dean has been specializing in giving items with an old story a new chapter by repurposing the items or giving them new life, and honoring their stories. Recently, Bar-B Mercantile applied for and received a $10,000 JCEDC microloan to help with renovations to the business’ new home, set to open in early September, located at 427 NE Hwy 13 in Warrensburg.

“I’m excited to connect amazing local artisans with customers. This new location offers a place to offer customers a unique shopping experience and showcase amazing makers year-round. I’d like to extend a huge thank you to JCEDC and the Microloan Committee for this opportunity to grow and expand,” Dean stated.

To read the full press release, click HERE.
GRANT OPPORTUNITY FOR SOLID WASTE PROJECTS
The Region F West Central Missouri Solid Waste Management District is requesting grant applications for projects to reduce, reuse, recycle or compost solid waste materials. The counties of Johnson, Lafayette, Morgan, Pettis, & Saline are included in the Region F area.

Grant Application packets are available from the West Central Missouri Solid Waste Management District - Region F by visiting their website at www.moswmd-f.com. Please call the district office at (660) 619-3652 to request a paper application or for assistance or questions in completing the grant application process.

GRANT APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 3:00 P.M. ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH 2022.
BE A VENDOR AT AN UPCOMING COMMUNITY JOB FAIR AT WARRENSBURG PARKS & REC
Warrensburg Parks and Rec has announced that they will be hosting a Community Job Fair at the Warrensburg Community Center on Wednesday, September 14, from 5pm-7pm.

VENDOR DETAILS PROVIDED BY WARRENSBURG PARKS & REC

The Community Job Fair is open to all businesses and organizations in Johnson County that are currently hiring. The goal is to provide in-person information and resources to community members seeking local employment. This is a completely free event!

There are 27 total open booths - first come first serve.

Each vendor will be supplied with:
  • one 8ft table
  • two chairs
  • WIFI access

Feel free to provide handouts, paper applications, business cards, freebees, etc.

All vendors will receive a follow up email by September 12th with additional details including booth information, etc.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

For more information or questions please contact: morgan.hebensperger@warrensburg-mo.com 
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
LEETON TRAILHEAD, ROCK ISLAND SPUR, KATY TRAIL
Developed by the Missouri State Parks, the Rock Island Spur of Katy Trail State Park is a 47.5-mile trail connecting western Missouri with the Katy Trail system, a world-renowned rails-to-trails project. The trail provides an adventure for bicyclists, hikers and equestrian users who are seeking an avenue to enjoy nature, explore a part of rural Missouri history and have an enjoyable recreational opportunity. 

Leeton has taken many steps to become a trail-friendly community and it shows! Visitors to Leeton should plan to stop by the Leeton Museum, which hosts a variety of Rock Island Railroad artifacts, as well as thousands of pieces telling Leeton's history. The Leeton Museum is open from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Friday - Sunday. For more information about the museum call 660-238-3692. For those on the trail, be sure to stop and eat at the Rock Island Café at 600 N. Main, just a short ride up main street from the trail. 
JCEDC Investors enable our organization to assist and serve Johnson County communities, business and industry, and individuals. Contributions help stimulate and facilitate a diverse local economy through business retention, expansion, and recruitment. A very big THANK YOU to these recent Investors:
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