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Mercy Clinic Gastroenterology, featuring Dr. Rangan Murali, treats a wide range of digestive and liver conditions including Crohn’s disease, IBS, and fatty liver disease. Dr. Murali emphasizes that effective care combines medical science with the “art” of compassionate patient care.

The Maple Leaf Festival offers fun evening events leading up to the big day, including a comedy and magic show, a queen pageant, carnival rides, worship night, singing contests, a 5k race, dodgeball tournament, and the annual Marching Band Festival. Most events take place at the Carthage R-9 Auditorium, the square, and local venues from October 13–20. Check social media for updates and tickets.

Professional magician Mike Bliss, from Carthage, Missouri, has been headlining in Branson for 25 years, performing around 325 shows annually. Known for his audience interaction, pick-pocketing skills, and unique acts like escaping rope ties and jumping rope on a unicycle, Bliss blends comedy and magic to create a memorable family-friendly experience.

The author shares their love of fall camping, praising a Kodiak Canvas truck tent and Disc-O-Bed cot for comfort and ease. They also recommend Siberian Coolers for keeping food cold on trips and highlight the joys of fall fishing and hunting, emphasizing the peaceful, reflective moments in nature.

Show Me The Ozarks Magazine is looking for single individuals to highlight for February’s “Singles in the City”. If you are single and ready to mingle, email us at editor@showmetheozarks.com. Be sure to include your contact information and short biography in your email. The deadline for all applicants is December 20th, 2018.

Congratulations to Ella Hudson, winner of the September edition “Find the Green Smiley Face” contest Ella wins 2 Gift certificates for McAlister’s Deli in Joplin, MO. The Green Smiley face was on page 53, in the bottom left photo in the Joplin Petland ad.

Downtown Joplin is buzzing with new shops, fall events like the North Heights Porchfest, art exhibits at Spiva Center, and a Halloween-themed film competition. October offers plenty of ways to enjoy music, art, and community gatherings. Don’t miss the Jazz Ambassadors concert on October 28!

The 38th Annual Carthage Maple Leaf Car Show & Cruise Night, held October 19-20, 2018, features a variety of vehicles across 27 classes, a swap meet, car corral, and community volunteers, attracting car enthusiasts to enjoy a weekend of automotive fun during the Maple Leaf Festival.

The 10th Annual Cutest Pet Contest crowned Mila, a lovable golden doodle owned by Matt Maxwell, as the winner—while raising funds for local animal shelters supporting pets in need.