Joplin group holds rally following overturn of Roe v. Wade
JOPLIN, Mo.--Now that the supreme court has struck down Roe v Wade, a Missouri trigger law now effectively ends access to legal abortion in the state. "We…
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GRDA offers water safety tips for summer
LANGLEY, Okla.--Summertime means more people out on the water, but if you're heading there anytime soon the grand river dam authority has some tips to enjoy the…
Covid vaccines greenlit for youngest children
JOPLIN, Mo.--Nationwide, infants, and toddlers will be up next in eligibility to get their Covid vaccines. The FDA and CDC both gave the green light…
Joplin bars celebrate Pride month, welcome everyone year-round
JOPLIN, Mo.--In 1969 pride was a protest. The Stonewall riots helped start the gay rights movement. Now, it's a time of celebration, when the world's LGBTQ+ communities come…
Restraining order, IT dispute settled in Newton County
NEWTON COUNTY, Mo.-- A judge lifts a restraining order submitted by the Newton County recorder and treasurer against county commissioners. The ruling also put to rest the…
Ozark Center to be one of 200 original call centers for 988 crisis line
JOPLIN, Mo.--We all know to dial 911 in an emergency. But during a mental health crisis, the number to call can be long and difficult to…
Missouri mental health hotline to launch in July
JOPLIN, Mo.-- Coming this July, 9-8-8 will be the new mental health hotline nationally. Anyone calling about concerns such as suicide crises, substance abuse, and other mental health concerns will be able to call. Missouri's is set to launch in…
"Food Not Bombs" hosts summer fundraiser
JOPLIN, Mo.-- The Food Not Bombs chapter in Joplin held a fundraiser Saturday for summer supplies for the area's homeless population. Food Not Bombs is a mutual aid group in Joplin that…
Auschwitz Photography Exhibit highlights horrors from inside camp
PITTSBURG, Kan.--While the horrors of the Holocaust may seem like a distant part of history, it was less than a century ago. Some members of the Jewish community say they want…
KCU Joplin hosts active shooter training for staff
JOPLIN, Mo.--Every year since 2011, Kansas City University has made an effort to train faculty and staff on safety measures, should there be an active shooter or…
Local pharmacist offers tips for children to take Melatonin safely
JOPLIN, Mo.-- Many know melatonin as a popular sleep aid, it's something you can get over the counter, at the store. But its…
Four State residents travel despite rising fuel costs
JOPLIN, Mo.--Record-high gas prices are impacting basically anyone hitting the road this summer. As drivers voice their frustrations, one local…
Loving Grace hosts "School's Out" Bash
JOPLIN, Mo.--A Joplin organization dedicated to help women in need held a fun event for the community on Saturday to spread the word about their mission. Loving Grace is a transitional…
American Legion Post 13 recognizes veterans ahead of Memorial Day
JOPLIN, Mo.-- This Memorial Day weekend, some people may be traveling or just enjoying an extra day off. But local veterans want people to remember why it's…
"United We" launches Kansas women's economic task force
IOLA, Kan.--If more Kansas women participated in the workforce, one study shows that Kansas could grow its economy by ten to fifteen percent by 2025. That desire for growth is part of why "United We", a non-profit aimed at advancing…
Wastewater used to detect viruses throughout Missouri
NEWTON COUNTY, Mo.--Researchers at the University of Missouri have been using wastewater samples throughout the pandemic to gain a better insight of what Covid-19 cases look like throughout the…
Joplin Area Chamber teams up with local organizations to address workforce shortage
JOPLIN, Mo.--Joplin's unemployment rate is currently a little more than two percent, meaning almost everyone who wants a job has one. But there are still a lot…
Battle of Carthage re-enactment aims to bring history to life
CARTHAGE, Mo.--People in Carthage this weekend got the chance to take part in a real-life history lesson. Organizers of the re-enactment say they wanted something to remind people of the area's history. "We don't want to forget what happened. I…
Local Wildlife Park aims to promote local and state tourism
WYANDOTTE, Okla.--The Creation Safari Wildlife Park has a variety of animals for people from all over to see, contributing not just the local tourism, but tourism for the state as well. "People come here that might not otherwise come to…
Local team reacts to archery becoming Missouri state sport
SARCOXIE, Mo.--Archery is set to become the official state sport of Missouri, and Sarcoxie archers say they feel their hard work is finally being recognized. "Some of us work our…
Alliance of Southwest Missouri aims to prevent substance abuse with new take on event
CARTHAGE, Mo.--Over 100,000 Americans died of a drug overdose in 2021, more than any other year. "During the pandemic. mental health declined and substance misuse increased. So it's more and more important for us to get that messaging out and…
New SEK Recovery House opens in Iola
IOLA, Kan.--For those suffering from substance abuse, breaking the cycle of addiction can be an everyday battle. But a Southeast Kansas coalition is working to help…
Area service organizations unite to benefit Ronald McDonald House
WEBB CITY, Mo.--Members of the Ronald McDonald House, Joplin Rotary and Joplin High School FFA were out in Webb City cooking to benefit the…
Kansas mother speaks out against policy opposed to honoring deceased students
ERIE, Kan.--Raiden Colborn was born with a rare nervous disorder called Ataxia, and in January, lost his battle with…
