Pineville, MO

About Pineville

• • Dale Hatcher, an NFL punter, was born in Pineville, achieving Super Bowl glory.
• • The original Pineville square dance, a local tradition, is said to have started here.
• • Its strategic location along the Old Wire Road established Pineville as a trade hub.
• • A time capsule buried in 1976 remains unopened, holding secrets of Pineville's past.
• • The devastating 1961 flood severely impacted the town's infrastructure and economy.
• • Named for its pine trees, Pineville was established in 1869 and incorporated later.
• • With around 800 residents, the population is smaller than many Missouri towns.
• • Sitting at 889 feet, it's slightly higher than nearby Joplin, MO.
• • Agriculture and related services are vital to the Pineville economy.
• • A peaceful atmosphere pervades, evoking small-town charm and natural beauty.
• • The Kansas City Chiefs, a few hours north, won Super Bowl LIV in 2020.
• • Local high school football rivalries ignite community spirit every fall.

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