Benton County Economic Development

05/27/2026

Please join us in welcoming 221 Social to our business community!🎉
We wish them success and look forward to seeing great things ahead. Be sure to stop by and show your support and help give them a warm Benton County welcome!💚

The wait is over! Our official opening takes place this Friday and Saturday, 12-9. We look forward to seeing you then.🍷

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

https://warsawmo.gov/employment

05/21/2026

Stop by and see the new addition and added vendors. Congratulations on the new addition!

Congratulations Eric Masoner and the Warsaw Antique Mall team on your new addition and ribbon-cutting today.

05/20/2026

Benton County Economic Development will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2025 in observance of Memorial Day.

As we enjoy time with family and friends, we also pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

05/20/2026

Benton County.....let's get your pictures submitted.
https://agriculture.mo.gov/focus/
Missouri Department of Agriculture Accepting Entries for Annual Focus on Missouri Agriculture Photo Contest
Entries must be submitted by Friday, June 5.

The Focus on Missouri Agriculture photo contest is open to Missouri photographers of all ages. Participants may enter up to three photos in each of the categories. The Kid’s Corner, for photos taken by youth aged 12 and under, is also back again this year.

The photo contest categories include:
• Beauty of the Farm
• Faces of the Farmer
• Around the Barnyard
• Everyday Life
• Kid’s Corner (for youth ages 12 and under)
Entries will be judged on visual impact, creativity, memorable content and image quality.

Find more information on the Focus on Agriculture photo contest, including a full description of each category, complete list of rules and guidelines, submission information, and more, on the Photo Contest website.

05/18/2026

Business Owners.....

IT'S HERE!

The Main Street America Small Business Hub is now available for all small business owners, up-and-coming entrepreneurs, and community leaders.

This newly launched digital platform offers a space for business owners to explore curated resources, dive into immersive learning journeys, and connect with likeminded peers across the country—all completely free, on-demand, and self-led, so even the busiest entrepreneur can learn and connect at their own pace, on their own time.

Whether you’re a new entrepreneur, a seasoned small business owner, or a Main Street leader supporting businesses in your district, the Small Business Hub was made for you.

Signing up takes 2 minutes. Get started now: https://smallbusiness.mainstreet.org/

05/14/2026

Something exciting is coming to Cole Camp! 🎨

Keep watching for the Grand Opening of Gallery 104, located at 104 North Maple, on Saturday, July 11 from 10 AM to 7 PM.

The day will feature live music, appetizers, drinks, and the chance to meet talented local and regional artists showcasing their creations. The gallery will include photography, pottery, fused glass, original paintings, jewelry, artist prints, art furniture, and literary artists.

There is so much incredible talent in our area, and Gallery 104 will be a wonderful addition to downtown Cole Camp.

Stay tuned for more details!

05/13/2026

Come check out the expansion at the Warsaw Antique Mall.

🎉✂️ Ribbon Cutting Celebration ✂️🎉

The Warsaw Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to host a RE-Grand Opening Celebration for Warsaw Antique Mall!

📍 Join us as we celebrate their re-grand opening
🗓 Thursday, May 21st
⏰ 12:00 PM (NOON)

Come meet the team, tour their NEW addition, and help us officially cut the ribbon as we celebrate another great Chamber Business in Warsaw!

We hope to see our members, friends, and community there — let’s show them a big Warsaw welcome! 💚

05/12/2026

Do you babysit? Watch a few kids in your home? Thinking about it? There’s support to help you turn it into a licensed home-based child care business.

✔️ One-on-one help through the licensing process
✔️ Mentorship and training
✔️ Up to $2,500 mini-grant

Home-based child care providers care for up to 10 children, including their own, in a home or home-like setting. This work is meaningful and makes a real difference for families who need reliable care.

The New Growth Women’s Business Center is selecting 4 participants for this support in the west central Missouri area.

Deadline to apply is May 15, but if you see this post after that day, PLEASE STILL APPLY!

Get all the info (including a recorded informational webinar) at: https://www.newgrowthmo.org/post/start-your-family-child-care-business