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Healthcare providers applaud Joplin City Council for reinstating mask ordinance

Joplin Mayor weighs in on mask mandate, attorney weighs options for businesses to enforce

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$20 million in CARES Act funding to help Kansas businesses

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Joplin resident gathers signatures to recall city council members

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Local health officials advise on taking precautions during Thanksgiving travel

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The Joplin City Council passes a mask mandate for the city

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After 21st straight district title, Webb City aims for spot in state semifinals

November 19, 2020 7:25 PM

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Seneca's Atkins signs to College of the Ozarks

November 19, 2020 7:12 PM

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Southeast Kansas counties consider mask mandates after Governor's executive order

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Mahomes hits Kelce in last minute, Chiefs edge Raiders 35-31

Cassville defeats Buffalo in state quarterfinals, 41-16

Pitt State finishes fall schedule with 42-28 win over West Texas A&M

#21 Missouri Southern goes down to the wire with Newman

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92 Grams Of Pure Crystal Meth, Cash, Granby, Mo. Police Department

92 grams of crystal meth seized during Granby traffic stop

Victim identified in Noel murder case, suspect charged

Man arrested in deadly attack at Nebraska Sonic restaurant

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Biden Transition Gets Govt Ok After Trump Out Of Options

Biden transition gets govt OK after Trump out of options

England to cut travel quarantines to 5 days with tests

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The Latest: Germany wants quarantines before holiday visits

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Savings Rates Are Staying Low. Here’s Why, And What To Do

Savings Rates Are Staying Low. Here’s Why, and What to Do

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England To Cut Travel Quarantines To 5 Days With Tests

England to cut travel quarantines to 5 days with tests

Asia Today: China reports 2 virus cases after mass testing

International flyers may soon need to get virus vaccinations

German business confidence down for 2nd consecutive month

The Latest: Germany wants quarantines before holiday visits

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Yeti recalls nearly 250,000 of its popular mugs, hazards linked to faulty lid

Toyota adds 1.5M vehicles to US recall for engine stalling

FDA recalls multiple Sunshine Mills' brand dog foods

Diabetes drug recall, high levels of cancer-causing agent

Apple, mangos, and pineapple slices among fruit at Walmart recalled due to listeria threat

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Art auction fundraising to restore Neosho murals

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Watered Gardens raises money for residents in need with Empty Bowls

Neosho Arts Council hosts an online auction

The Story Behind the Foster Closet Christmas Giveaway

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A new model projects Covid-19 cases in the US will nearly double over the next two months

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CBCO issues critical appeal for all blood types

City officials detail holiday attractions in Joplin

Florida retiree wrestles puppy from jaws of alligator

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