(The following is a press release from the West Plains Chamber of Commerce.)
West Plains, MO. – The Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community to recognize the individuals, businesses, and organizations making a difference in Greater West Plains. Nominations are now open for the Chamber’s annual awards, with recipients to be honored January 21, 2027, from 5–8 p.m. at the West Plains Civic Center Exhibit Hall.
The Chamber will recognize excellence, service, leadership, and community impact across ten award categories:
• Educator of the Year
• Customer Service Award
• City Beautification Award
• Lifetime Achievement Award
• Business of the Year
• Small Business of the Year (New Award)
• Volunteer of the Year
• Civic/Nonprofit Organization of the Year
• Humanitarian of the Year
• Citizen of the Year
New this year, the Small Business of the Year Award will recognize the important role small businesses play in strengthening the local economy and contributing to the community.
The Chamber’s ceremony will also feature the presentation of two new awards by West Plains Downtown Revitalization: the Downtown Beautification Award and Downtown Volunteer of the Year Award. These awards will recognize efforts to enhance downtown’s appearance and the volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to a thriving downtown community.
Nomination forms for both downtown awards are available on the Chamber’s website alongside the Chamber award forms.
Anyone may submit a nomination. Community members are encouraged to recognize those whose exceptional service, leadership, volunteerism, or dedication deserves to be celebrated.
You don’t have to look far to find someone making a difference. Don’t assume someone else will nominate them! Help ensure the people and organizations deserving of recognition receive the appreciation they have earned.
Nomination forms are available at wpchamber.com/chamber-awards. All nominations must be submitted by December 1, 2026.
Sponsorship opportunities and ticket sales are also now open for the Annual Awards Ceremony. Businesses, organizations, and community members are invited to support and attend this celebration of the people and accomplishments that strengthen Greater West Plains. Contact the Chamber for sponsorship details or ticket information.
For more information, contact the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce at 417-256-4433.
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