Michael Wood - Betsy Leighninger

Betsy Leighninger and Michael Wood announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Betsy is the daughter of Judy Leighninger, Neosho, and retired Air Force Lt. Col. David Leighninger, Springfield. Michael is the son of Ricci Wood, Nevada, and the late Michael L. Wood.

Betsy is a 1997 graduate of Neosho High School. She received a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management in 2001 and a Master of Science in Administrative Studies in 2008 from Missouri State University. Betsy works for Missouri Southern State University and Weight Watchers International.

Michael is a 2001 graduate of Nevada High School and attended San Francisco Art Institute. He is a Certified Residential Appraiser at R.J. Wood & Associates in Nevada.

A March 21 wedding is planned at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. A reception will be held in April at The Civic in Neosho. The couple will live in Joplin.