Jasper County Health Department - MO

03/07/2026

‼️With hail potentially up to the size of baseballs and very strong winds possible tonight, take protective actions in advance!
🚗Park cars in a garage or carport. If no cover is available, park away from trees and power lines.
🪑Move patio furniture, garbage cans, potted plants, and grills into a garage or shed, as they can become dangerous projectiles.
📱Charge cell phones and batteries. Have flashlights, batteries, and a NOAA weather radio available.

03/07/2026

Missourians are strongly encouraged to postpone outdoor activities & avoid being on the road when storms hit. Nighttime severe weather is particularly dangerous because visibility is severely reduced, & many people are asleep. It is critical to identify a safe place in advance & be prepared to take shelter quickly. Remember, the safest place to be during a tornado is an interior room with no windows on the lowest floor of sturdy structure, preferably in a basement. Do not shelter in a mobile home – consider staying with a friend, family member or at local storm shelter & plan to arrive well before storms move into your area.

03/02/2026

Attention MO HealthNet and SNAP Participants: Look for the yellow envelope! The Family Support Division (FSD) will be mailing Annual Renewal forms and SNAP Mid-Certification Review forms in yellow envelopes. Make sure to complete and sign the forms inside and return them to FSD.

03/02/2026

With the beginning of March and severe weather awareness, make sure your family is prepared.

03/02/2026

02/26/2026

Heartworm disease is a serious — and potentially fatal — condition that affects dogs right here in our community. Spread through mosquito bites, heartworms live in the heart and lungs, causing lasting damage before many pets ever show signs of illness. The good news? Heartworm disease is preventable — and early detection through testing is key to keeping your dog safe and healthy.

Even if your dog is on prevention, annual testing is recommended to ensure the medication is working properly and your pet remains protected.

The Joplin Humane Society is here to help! We will be offering $10 Heartworm Tests on Friday, March 6th from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM during our Vaccine Clinic.

This affordable clinic makes it easy to stay on top of your pet’s health. Don’t wait until symptoms appear — protect your furry family member today!

Help us spread the word and keep more pets heartworm-free! 🐾

02/26/2026

Take it slow! Posted speed limits are there for a reason — especially in neighborhoods and school zones — to protect:

⚫ You
⚫ Your family
⚫ Your community

Speeding Catches Up With You

02/19/2026

Attention Faith Leaders and Ministry Teams in or serving Joplin, Duquesne, Duenweg, Webb City, Carterville, and Carl Junction!!

You play a vital role in caring for families, strengthening neighborhoods, and supporting those navigating hardship. The Thrive Joplin Project is a four-year, community-driven effort focused on improving health and wellness across the Greater Joplin region, and we believe the faith community has an essential role to play in this work.
During this lunch gathering, we will:
• Share an overview of the Thrive Joplin Project and the Healthy Community Blueprint
• Discuss how churches and ministries can plug into short- and long-term strategies
• Explore opportunities to serve as Community Champions
• Identify meaningful ways to elevate the voices of those you serve
This will be an informal and collaborative time of conversation, connection, and learning. Lunch will be provided.

02/19/2026

Does your 3rd or 4th grader enjoy writing or drawing? If so, they can still participate in the George Washington Carver National Monument's 2026 Art and Essay Contest! This year's theme is George Washington Carver’s Legacy at America’s 250th. But time is running out! Deadline submission is this Sunday, February 22nd! This contest is in partnership with MSSU Department of Teacher Education, Spiva Center for the Arts, and the Carver Birthplace Association (CBA)

For more information and contest guidelines please visit the park’s website at: https://www.nps.gov/gwca/learn/education/art-and-essay-contest.htm.

We look forward to seeing all the great submissions!


Image Credit: NPS|GWCA

02/19/2026

Good Alpha Gal Syndrome food resource.

02/18/2026

💜💚💛 It’s Mardi Gras, y’all — time to let the good pets roll!

While everyone’s out collecting beads and king cake crumbs, here’s your festive reminder:
✨ Spay and neuter your pets! ✨

Because the only things we want “multiplying” this season are the parades…
not surprise litters of Mardi Paw-dlers. 🐶🐱🎭

Fixing your pets keeps them healthy and stops them from starting their own Fur-galicious Parade Krewe down your hallway at 3 a.m.

So go ahead — help them “laissez les fixed temps rouler!” 😆💜💚💛

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If you need a Joplin Animal Control officer, they are dispatched through the Joplin Health Department at 417-623-6122, option 3, during business hours. After 5pm, weekends, and holidays, call the Joplin Police Department's non-emergency number at 417-623-3131. Service is limited on weekends.

https://www.joplinmo.org/327/Animal-Control