Today in History (June 25)
Today is Saturday, June 25, the 176th day of 2022. This is Today in History.
Author: Andre Louque
Low-income families in Joplin now have more housing options thanks to micro-housing
The Joplin United Micro-Housing Partnership recently completed its goal of adding more low-income housing for residents of Joplin.
Some Four State teachers won grants to spruce up their classroom
Some Four State teachers earned some extra cash to fund their classrooms thanks to grants.
Missouri farmers use this loan program to help expand production
A new program now helps Missouri businesses and farmers receive low-interest rate loans.
Joplin Fire Department welcomes newest fire engine
The Joplin Fire Department today welcomed its newest fire engine with a traditional 'Wet Down' ceremony.
Chanute Public Library hosts 'Water Wars' event
The Chanute Public Library today hosted its 'Water Wars' event featuring water games and tons of fun.
Wyandotte Nation hosts lacrosse summer camp
Wyandotte Nation continued its summer lacrosse camp today with students of all ages at Wyandotte High School.
Joplin district nominated for Historic National Register
Joplin residents got together with city officials this evening to discuss adding the Broadway District to the Historic National Register.
Downtown Joplin business celebrate the beginning of summer with solstice event
Some local businesses in Downtown Joplin got together today to celebrate the summer solstice with 4-States residents.
Local business takes time to recognize pride month
An Independence, Kansas business takes time to celebrate pride month.
Fort Scott family opens their doors to help cyclists traveling across America
A local family in Fort Scott is doing what they can to help cyclists cross the country as a part of the Race Across America bike race.
Senior citizens hit the dance floor during Prom event
The hot weather isn't keeping some 4-State's residents from attending the senior prom.
Local boutiques make changes to survive rising business costs
Local 4-State boutiques say they are experiencing the effects of high prices and inflation.
Independence Officers encourage residents to keep their property safe to deter thieves
Independence Police Officers ask residents to be the "Third Officer" in a recent public service announcement.
Lifesaving training & Supplies come to rural 4-States fire departments
Nationwide today announced it's awarding 58 fire departments across the country with life-saving grain rescue tubes and hands-on training to help prevent grain entrapment deaths in rural communities.
Rocklahoma seeks volunteers for three-day music festival
Rocklahoma music event in northeast Oklahoma seeks volunteer applications for three-day festival.
Local art class explores whimsical art in Joplin
Spiva Center for the Arts today hosts a Dadaist art class for 4-States residents.
Parsons Kansas Officers warn residents of Amazon fraudster scam
Parsons residents notified police about a recent scam involving fake Amazon customer service reps attempting to steal personal information through text.
Air Adventures: Four Staters float to beat the heat
Four State residents are beating the heat with deep dives and float trips in local rivers.
Batman DVD thief sentenced to 5 years of probation
A Joplin man originally charged with 2nd Degree Burglary and Arson has now been sentenced to 5 years of probation for his burglary of batman DVDs.
Today in History (June 20)
Today is Monday, June 20, the 171st day of 2022. This is today in history.
Minority Enterprise Development award nominations begin in Kansas
Lieutenant Governor and Department of Commerce Secretary David Toland today announced the call for nominations for the 2022 Kansas Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week Awards.
Local school introduces playground canopy shade to keep students cool
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today for the introduction of playground shade canopies at Irving Elementary.
Boil Water Advisory issued in Neosho County
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued a boil water advisor for the City of Thayer in Neosho County.
