In recognition of Veterans Day, the City of Carthage proudly honors our employees and elected officials who have served our country with courage, commitment, and honor. Their dedication to protecting our freedoms is reflected in the service they continue to provide to our community each day. We are grateful to the following individuals for their military service: from the Marine Corps, Rick Williams, Oscar Salas, Mitchell Eldridge, and Derrick Moore with the Fire Department; from the Air Force and Army National Guard, Brad Osburn with the Golf Course; from the Navy, Gary Chambers with the Golf Course; from the Army National Guard, Chief Bill Hawkins with the Police Department; from the Air Force, Corporal Ethan Snow with the Police Department; and from the Army, Sergeant Elias Salinas with the Police Department, Bill Smith with Public Works, Ed Keys with the Street Department, Mayor Bren Flanigan, and Councilmember Ron Wells. The City of Carthage extends sincere gratitude to these men for their service to our nation and their continued commitment to the citizens of Carthage.
City of Carthage offices and the Carthage Taxi Service will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
We encourage the public and our veterans to attend the annual Veterans Day Program held at Memorial Hall, beginning with the Heartland Band at 10:30 a.m., followed by the program at 11:00 a.m.
The First United Methodist Church will provide lunch for all veterans following the ceremony.
The day will conclude with the Veterans Day Parade around the historic downtown square at 5:00 p.m.
We encourage the public and our veterans to attend the annual Veterans Day Program held at Memorial Hall, beginning with the Heartland Band at 10:30 a.m., followed by the program at 11:00 a.m.
The First United Methodist Church will provide lunch for all veterans following the ceremony.
The day will conclude with the Veterans Day Parade around the historic downtown square at 5:00 p.m.
This meeting has been canceled due to lack of business.
🌦️ No matter what the weather brings, you can always count on a great time at Memorial Hall, right here in Carthage!
Join our friendly group of Mahjong players every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. They’re happy to teach newcomers at no charge. Everyone is welcome!
🎖️ Civil War Museum Parade Day Hours 🎖️
Due to the Maple Leaf Parade, the Carthage Civil War Museum will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18th
📍Located just off the northeast corner of the Square at 205 Grant Street, the museum offers a fascinating glimpse into Carthage’s Civil War history.
Stop in and be greeted by our museum guide, Jim Williams, who will be happy to share stories and answer questions.
🕰️ Admission is free — a perfect way to continue celebrating Carthage after the parade!
Due to the Maple Leaf Parade, the Carthage Civil War Museum will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18th
📍Located just off the northeast corner of the Square at 205 Grant Street, the museum offers a fascinating glimpse into Carthage’s Civil War history.
Stop in and be greeted by our museum guide, Jim Williams, who will be happy to share stories and answer questions.
🕰️ Admission is free — a perfect way to continue celebrating Carthage after the parade!
St. Ann’s Students Explore Fire Safety and Science at Carthage Fire Station #1
Students from St. Ann’s School enjoyed an exciting and educational field trip to Carthage Fire Station #1, where they experienced hands-on learning with a tour, interactive presentations, and a creative science experiment.
During the visit, preschool through 5th grade students participated in an egg drop challenge; a fun experiment to test their creativity and problem-solving skills. Each student was challenged to design a protective container to keep their egg from breaking when dropped from the fire truck’s extended ladder.
Firefighters raised the ladder high above the station’s bay, giving students the thrill of seeing their creations put to the test. Some eggs didn’t survive the fall, while others impressed everyone with clever designs. One student’s egg, packed securely inside a peanut butter jar, survived the impact, but the jar itself cracked open!
The activity began with an unprotected egg drop to show the effect of impact and ended with the dramatic drop of a pumpkin from 75 feet in the air, an exciting finale that had everyone cheering.
In addition to the experiment, students learned about fire safety, explored the fire trucks, and got to see firsthand how Carthage firefighters serve and protect the community.
Everyone who attended had a fantastic time filled with laughter, learning, and appreciation for our local heroes. The Carthage Fire Department was proud to host such an enthusiastic group of young learners and looks forward to welcoming more school groups in the future.
Students from St. Ann’s School enjoyed an exciting and educational field trip to Carthage Fire Station #1, where they experienced hands-on learning with a tour, interactive presentations, and a creative science experiment.
During the visit, preschool through 5th grade students participated in an egg drop challenge; a fun experiment to test their creativity and problem-solving skills. Each student was challenged to design a protective container to keep their egg from breaking when dropped from the fire truck’s extended ladder.
Firefighters raised the ladder high above the station’s bay, giving students the thrill of seeing their creations put to the test. Some eggs didn’t survive the fall, while others impressed everyone with clever designs. One student’s egg, packed securely inside a peanut butter jar, survived the impact, but the jar itself cracked open!
The activity began with an unprotected egg drop to show the effect of impact and ended with the dramatic drop of a pumpkin from 75 feet in the air, an exciting finale that had everyone cheering.
In addition to the experiment, students learned about fire safety, explored the fire trucks, and got to see firsthand how Carthage firefighters serve and protect the community.
Everyone who attended had a fantastic time filled with laughter, learning, and appreciation for our local heroes. The Carthage Fire Department was proud to host such an enthusiastic group of young learners and looks forward to welcoming more school groups in the future.
Public Notice: Unauthorized Social Media Accounts
The City of Carthage has been made aware of several unauthorized Facebook accounts that have recently been created using the City’s name, imagery, or likeness. These pages are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the City of Carthage in any capacity.
To ensure you are receiving accurate and timely information, please refer only to the City’s official communication channels, including the verified City of Carthage Facebook page and the official website at www.carthagemo.gov
The City advises residents and visitors to exercise caution when interacting with or sharing content from unofficial sources. Misinformation disseminated through imitation or parody accounts can lead to confusion regarding City services, events, and public notices.
If you encounter a page or post that appears to falsely represent the City of Carthage, please report it directly to Facebook and notify City staff at (417) 237-7000 for verification.
The City of Carthage remains committed to transparent, accurate, and professional communication with the public.
The City of Carthage has been made aware of several unauthorized Facebook accounts that have recently been created using the City’s name, imagery, or likeness. These pages are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the City of Carthage in any capacity.
To ensure you are receiving accurate and timely information, please refer only to the City’s official communication channels, including the verified City of Carthage Facebook page and the official website at www.carthagemo.gov
The City advises residents and visitors to exercise caution when interacting with or sharing content from unofficial sources. Misinformation disseminated through imitation or parody accounts can lead to confusion regarding City services, events, and public notices.
If you encounter a page or post that appears to falsely represent the City of Carthage, please report it directly to Facebook and notify City staff at (417) 237-7000 for verification.
The City of Carthage remains committed to transparent, accurate, and professional communication with the public.
🚕 Limited Taxi Service Notice
The Carthage Taxi Service will have limited service on Tuesday, October 14th, and Wednesday, October 15th.
Please plan accordingly. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
The Carthage Taxi Service will have limited service on Tuesday, October 14th, and Wednesday, October 15th.
Please plan accordingly. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
🚕 Taxi Service Update 🚕
Please note that we will have only one taxi driver available today and tomorrow.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to accommodate everyone as quickly as possible. Thank you for your continued support!
Please note that we will have only one taxi driver available today and tomorrow.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to accommodate everyone as quickly as possible. Thank you for your continued support!
