LEARN MORE ABOUT GRO

WHAT IS

AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO CARTHAGE?

Carthage is proud to be part of GRO, which launched in 2016 to help Missouri towns design and launch community and economic development initiatives to bring sustainable local prosperity. As a locally-led program, Carthage leaders develop projects that address community pain points and contribute to the continued resiliency of our community.

The GRO Carthage vision is to connect people and resources to engage citizens to improve the quality of life for all while creating a thriving, vibrant community.

VISION

HOW TO GET

INVOLVED

ACTIVE PROJECTS

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UPCOMING EVENT

28
February, 2023
Non-Specified
February 28, 2023
- 9:00 am
Virtual
- Zoom Event
25
November, 2022
Carthage
November 25, 2022
- 4:30 pm
Physical
22
November, 2022
Non-Specified
November 22, 2022
- 9:00 am
Virtual
- Zoom Event
15
November, 2022
Non-Specified
November 15, 2022
- 9:00 am
Physical
12
November, 2022
Carthage
November 12, 2022
- 1:00 pm
Physical
9
November, 2022
Carthage
November 9, 2022
- 5:30 pm
Physical
8
November, 2022
Non-Specified
November 8, 2022
- 9:00 am
Virtual
- Zoom Event
1
November, 2022
Non-Specified
November 1, 2022
- 9:00 am
Virtual
- Zoom Event
30
October, 2022
Carthage
October 30, 2022
- 8:00 am
Physical

PEOPLE

INVOLVED

General Manager
Carthage Water & Electric
City Administrator
City of Carthage
Director of Business and Economic Development at Carthage Water & Electric Plant
Executive Director
Vision Carthage
GRO Carthage Intern
Real Estate Agent in Carthage, MO

CONTACT US

Chuck Bryant

Carthage Water and Electric Plant

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Chuck Bryant

Carthage Water and Electric Plant

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Carthage History

Carthage, the city, is the seat of Jasper county, southwestern Missouri, U.S. It lies along Spring River, just east of Joplin. Established in, 1842 it was named for ancient Carthage. During the American Civil War, it was a center of border warfare. It was destroyed by Confederate guerrillas in 1861 and was rebuilt in 1866.

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Carthage, Missouri, is a unique crossroads of architecture, history, art and inspiration. Established in 1842, then burned to the ground during the American Civil War, the town was reconstructed during the Victorian era. Stemming from the tri-state mining boom of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a diverse and robust economic profile was created for Carthage. Its families, businesses and industries as well as its social organizations left the town with a legacy of architectural marvels that are now featured in four districts (comprising more than 600 buildings) listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, including one of the largest residential districts in Missouri. These structures housed people and enterprises whose impressive tales continue to intrigue travelers today. Civil War guerrillas, Wild West outlaws, powerful capitalists, Ragtime music makers and women’s rights pioneers have all left their mark on Carthage history.(source: https://www.visittheusa.com/destination/carthage)