Author: Jake Tackeberry
Jasper County Health Department confirms second case of COVID-19
CARTHAGE, Mo. - The Jasper County Health Department has confirmed the county's second case of COVID-19. The department didn't release much information about the patient, citing privacy concerns. The press release says the person is an international traveler in their…
Update: Standoff in Ottawa County is over, officer involved shooting
OTTAWA COUNTY, Okla. - Authorities in Ottawa County Oklahoma have barricaded a home near Grand Lake. Authorities say a Highway Patrol Trooper…
Joplin web developer creates website to bolster local businesses
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Kansas establishes "HIRE" program to aid hospitality industry during pandemic
TOPEKA, Kan. - Kansas Governor Laura Kelly's administration has developed a fund to help the struggling hospitality industry.
Coronavirus Update 3/20/20
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Missouri AG provides tips to avoid charity fraud
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt is urging Missourians to exercise caution before donating to charities aiding in coronavirus outreach. The Missouri Attorney General's Office offers these tips to avoid charity fraud: • Don't judge a charity…
Joplin suspends Sunshine Lamp Trolley Service
JOPLIN, Mo. - The city of Joplin says it has canceled trolley service until April 6th. The city's MAPS transportation bus will continue to provide "curb-to-curb" service for residents. This service operates on a pre-scheduled basis to residents of the…
Joplin Family Y temporarily closing its doors amid COVID-19 outbreak
JOPLIN, Mo. - The Joplin Family Y announces it is closing its doors for 20 days amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
Joplin Area Catholic Schools cancel classes through April 3
JOPLIN, Mo. - The Springfield-Cape Girardeau Diocese announced that it is suspending classes at Joplin Area Catholic schools through April 3rd.
