The 18th Annual Great Northwest Day at the Capitol is Tuesday, February 4. Chillicothe Area Chamber of Commerce Director, Crystal Narr, says the two-day event is expected to gather over 300 people from the 19-county region to raise awareness of Northwest Missouri.
Each year the Great Northwest Day Committee identifies a few priorities for the region. This years list includes:
- Invest in Sustained Rural Economic and Community Development Strategies
- Support Pre-K-12/Higher Education, Innovation, and Career Development for All Ages
- Ensure End-of-the-Road Hi-Speed Internet Through Broadband and Fiber
- Revive Relevant Infrastructure Throughout Northwest Missouri
- Increase Rural Access to Affordable Primary and Mental Health Care
To find out more about Great Northwest day, contact the Chamber office at 646-4050.
