The official fall 2021 enrollment at Missouri University of Science and Technology, recorded at the end of the semester’s fourth week, includes a record percentage of underrepresented minorities. Underrepresented minority students make up 12.3% of the first-year-student enrollment, which is an all-time high.
Phelps County News
Old Iron Works Festival is October 9
With the onset of fall come the promise of cooler temperatures and colorful foliage displays in the Missouri Ozark. Events that take advantage of this natural backdrop are popular for those looking to enjoy outdoor themed activities.
Rolla Mission to launch Vintage Market online sales on October 1
The time has finally arrived for The Vintage Market to benefit The Rolla Mission online sale. The website will launch on October 1 and be open until they sell out. The web address is https://tinyurl.com/TRMVM.
Team Anita golf tournament to aid local cancer patients
Registration and sponsors are now being accepted for the Eighth Annual Team Anita Golf benefit. This year’s event will be held on October 9 at the Oak Meadow Country Club in Rolla and will benefit local cancer patients. Registration closes on October 4.
Free mammograms being offered by Phelps Health
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and on Thursday, October 28, 2021, Phelps Health will offer 50 free, 3D mammograms to women who are at least 40 years old and have no insurance.