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Sparklight® Voted Best Internet Provider in Phelps County for Ninth Consecutive Year
ROLLA, Mo. (Dec. 4, 2025) – Sparklight® was recently named “Best Internet Provider” by Phelps County Weekly readers for the 2025 Best of Phelps County section published Nov. 20. This marks the ninth consecutive year the company has received the distinction, placing first out of five providers in the category. The contest generates over 200,000 votes annually. “Being voted Best Internet Provider is a great honor because it comes directly from the people we serve,” said Travis Harr, Sparklight Senior
Childrens Christmas Program
Join the Rolla Church of the Nazarene on Sunday December 14th as the children present the Christmas message. Join in the fun and song, then stick around for the ALL church Christmas Dinner following the service. It will be a great time of celebration.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Join us on Wednesday December 24th at 6 PM as we celebrate Christmas with a time of scripture reading, song, and participate in the Lord's Supper together, then light our candles together in unity. Everyone present will receive a small gift from Pastor Ron & Pam as they leave service. Come join us for this inspirational time together.
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News Release: 12/3/2025
ROLLA, MO—Phelps Health employees and volunteers stepped up to help the Greater Rolla Area Charitable Enterprise (G.R.A.C.E.) provide Thanksgiving meals to local families in need.The Phelps Health Mission Possible team, an employee-led committee focused on service projects, sponsored the 15th annual “Basket of Thanksgiving” food drive, held October 1 through November 5, 2025. Employees and volunteers were encouraged to donate nonperishable food items to fill Thanksgiving boxes. Monetary donations were also
Freddy’s Hiring Event in Rolla Connects Community Members with New Job Opportunities
Rolla, Mo., December 2, 2025 – The Rolla Job Center hosted a successful hiring event with Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers on Monday, December 1. The event brought multiple job seekers through the doors to speak with Freddy’s hiring team and explore open positions in the Rolla area.The hiring event provided a welcoming, low-pressure environment for individuals to learn more about Freddy’s workplace culture, flexible schedules, and roles starting at $15 per hour. Job seekers had the opportunity to talk
United Veteran Benefits Agency Welcomes Jenna Swift
Jenna Swift is a motivated and community-focused leader whose career has grown quickly through hard work and a genuine commitment to the people around her. She began her professional journey at Matt Smith Real Estate Group, where her drive and leadership quickly propelled her from receptionist to Chief Operating Officer in just four years. Along the way, she learned every part of the business, built strong relationships inside the communities she served, and discovered a passion for leadership and helping
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Jana Cook Wins Prestigious Missouri Rural Health Champion Award
ROLLA, Mo. – Jana Cook, senior vice president and chief financial officer of Phelps Health, has received the 2025 Rural Health Champion Award from the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, Office of Rural Health and Primary Care. The award recognizes Cook’s visionary leadership and tireless dedication to the Transformation of Rural Community Health (ToRCH) initiative. As Phelps Health’s executive champion for the program, Cook has gone above and beyond her baseline duties to serve as a driving
First-Grade Literacy is Skyrocketing in Rural Missouri – Here’s Why
Despite widespread support for science-backed practices in reading instruction, literacy rates among elementary students vary from state to state, district to district, school to school. Ensuring all students can read on grade level undoubtedly requires supportive policies for evidence-based curricula that already exist and are proven to work. But to address the persistent gap in literacy among young learners in this country, we also need thorough, thoughtful, and coherent implementation of those
Rolla Downtown Farmer's Market returns to 9th & Oak
Last week RDFM was displaced from our normal location to make room for the Celebration of Nations. We are happy to announce that as of this Saturday, Rolla Downtown Farmer's Market returns to 9th & Oak • 8am-12pm until the regular season ends, October 25th. Then many of your regular vendors continue with the RDFM Winter Market, 10am-11am • 9th & Oak until the end of March! On behalf of the vendors of RDFM, Thank you for your support!
Navigating Success in the Health Industry: A Guide for Entrepreneurs
Venturing into the health industry can be a deeply rewarding experience, offering a unique blend of passion, innovation, and service. This sector, abundant in opportunities, allows entrepreneurs to explore various avenues, from traditional wellness practices to avant-garde therapies. Embarking on this journey requires not just a vision but a strategic approach to navigate the complexities of the health industry. This guide delves into the critical facets necessary for establishing and growing a successful
