🎖️ 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!
🚧 Widening Project at Airport Drive and Hazel Avenue
The asphalt work on Hazel Avenue has been completed! Public Works will assess the road in the morning, Thursday Oct. 2nd to ensure it is ready to reopen for traffic. Airport Drive will remain closed.
We know many of you have been taking alternate routes during this project, and we truly appreciate your patience throughout the delays.
The asphalt work on Hazel Avenue has been completed! Public Works will assess the road in the morning, Thursday Oct. 2nd to ensure it is ready to reopen for traffic. Airport Drive will remain closed.
We know many of you have been taking alternate routes during this project, and we truly appreciate your patience throughout the delays.
The long-awaited sculpture funded by Vision Carthage since late 2023 was installed on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the Fairlawn roundabout. The original project proposal was prepared by artist Rachel Wilson on September 18, 2021.
This project has been in progress for quite some time as the proper permit from MoDOT was required before installation. Scotts Landscaping will now move forward with beautifying the area surrounding the sculpture.
We would like to thank Parks Superintendent Chad Carney and his staff for their hard work in moving the piece from its previous location near Avilla. At 16 feet tall and weighing approximately 650 pounds, the installation required great care and coordination.
This sculpture will serve as a new landmark for Carthage and a testament to the collaborative efforts that continue to enhance our community. Stay tuned for further updates and details on a special celebration hosted by Vision Carthage, to be announced at a later date.
This project has been in progress for quite some time as the proper permit from MoDOT was required before installation. Scotts Landscaping will now move forward with beautifying the area surrounding the sculpture.
We would like to thank Parks Superintendent Chad Carney and his staff for their hard work in moving the piece from its previous location near Avilla. At 16 feet tall and weighing approximately 650 pounds, the installation required great care and coordination.
This sculpture will serve as a new landmark for Carthage and a testament to the collaborative efforts that continue to enhance our community. Stay tuned for further updates and details on a special celebration hosted by Vision Carthage, to be announced at a later date.
Mark Salazar, founder of Light Sports, a nonprofit based in Webb City with many players from the Carthage area, addressed the Council. He shared that he has been working with a ministry baseball group currently practicing and playing at the historic Carl Lewton Stadium, scheduling their time through the Parks Department Administrative Assistant.
Mr. Salazar presented an idea to the Council requesting consideration of a partnership that would allow him to manage the stadium and coordinate events, with the goal of restoring the historic facility for younger players.
He reported that he, along with a group of volunteers consisting of players and parents, has already completed some minor improvements at the field. Mr. Salazar expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity to continue collaborating with the City of Carthage to bring the stadium back to life.
Mr. Salazar presented an idea to the Council requesting consideration of a partnership that would allow him to manage the stadium and coordinate events, with the goal of restoring the historic facility for younger players.
He reported that he, along with a group of volunteers consisting of players and parents, has already completed some minor improvements at the field. Mr. Salazar expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity to continue collaborating with the City of Carthage to bring the stadium back to life.
