When visiting Joplin, don?t put on your ragtag dancing shoes and jive to the syncopated beats of Scott Joplin?s greatest hits just yet. Joplin, in fact, was named after the Reverend Harris Joplin, founder of the area?s first Methodist Church. But the Scott-less Joplin still has a history unique to itself. The city first entered the national limelight for its bountiful zinc mining (next time you take your modern, zinc-filled cold medication, remember the Joplin prospectors who made it possible) and is now is full of historical exhibits, museums and many other excellent attractions. . To experience its oddest attraction, many visitors come to Joplin to catch a glimpse of the area?s famed Spook Light. According to thousands of Joplin citizens and guests, a mysterious ball of light appears over the Joplin horizon, right by the Missouri-Kansas border. If you?re in the mood for something a little less scary, however, you might want to take a look at your Drury hotel bill. It won?t contain any spooky charges because at the Drury Inn & Suites, the Extras aren?t Extra®!. Start your day with our free HOT! QUIKSTART® breakfast, which includes Belgian waffles, sausage, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and much more. Then, as your stomach rumbles during your zinc-mining tour, remember our free popcorn and soda are available in the lobby every afternoon, closely followed by our free evening Beverage Reception. But don?t get too filled up on Drury grub?there are many excellent restaurants nearby, including Outback Steakhouse, Olive Garden and Steak ?n Shake. So book a room in Joplin, and leave your kitchen pantry items at home. .
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Come visit us in Joplin. You will find this beautiful hotel conveniently located right off Interstate 44. This hotel offers 109 standard guestrooms and two-room suites. The suites provide a relaxing atmosphere, which include separate bedroom and living areas. The Drury family offers their guests squeaky clean rooms, friendly service, and a great value. Family ownership makes Drury Hotels distinctly different by providing a consistent experience at more than 100 hotels.We're pleased to let you know that sections of the Drury Inn & Suites Joplin will be under improvements to serve you better from November 7th to February 8th. All work takes place between 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
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