Webb City Farmers Market teaches kids gardening skills
Some area kids Tuesday worked on their green thumb in Webb City, Missouri.
Education
$1.6 million in fraud at child-feeding sites during pandemic
The Oklahoma State Department of Education uncovers a record amount of fraud at child-feeding sites.
Kansas school employee arrested for sexual exploitation of a child
MANHATTAN, Kan. - Kansas police arrested a former school worker for sexual exploitation of a child Friday. Riley County police arrested 31-year-old Junction City man Aaron Zachry, The Manhattan Mercury reported. He's jailed on a $60,000 bond. An attorney for…
Fire school helps firefighters continue education
Firefighters from more than 30 departments across Kansas participate in the Labette Community College Fire School. It's the 34th year, but this year is special because it feels like a return to normal for many.
Webb City Farmer's Market welcomes back kid's program
The kids program is back at the Webb City Farmers Market.
Joplin Boys & Girls Club of SWMO awarded $15,670 grant
The Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri received a $15,670 grant from the Taco Bell foundation Wednesday.
Pittsburg starts free summer meals for kids, find programs near you
Kids and teens can start getting free summer meals in several cities throughout the U.S.
PSU holds virtual Memorial Day Program
Pittsburg State University once again went virtual with its Memorial Day Program.
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News To Know (5/26/21)
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Prosecutors examining former President Trump's businesses are said to have convened a special grand jury as part of their investigation. The move suggests the Manhattan District Attorney may…
Joplin joins other area schools ending mask requirements
Some 4-State students will return to class without masks. On Tuesday night, the Joplin School Board voted to end the school's mask requirements.
Local districts reflect on lessons learned in the current school year and look toward the future
School is out, or almost out, for most districts in our area. We spoke with two district officials as they review the past year and look toward the school year ahead.
Joplin kindergartners experience Autism simulations
Kindergartners in Joplin work to understand what someone with Autism can experience 24/7.
Pittsburg Schools lift mask mandate
The Pittsburg School District announces it will no longer require masks for students, staff and visitors.
Kansas Gov. signs legislation fully funding education
Gov. Kelly signs legislation fully funding education, requiring an annual report card for kids in foster care, and requirements in other education-related fields.
Groundbreaking for new Joplin dental school
JOPLIN, Mo. - Kansas City University held a groundbreaking ceremony Saturday as they got the ball rolling on their new college of dental medicine that's coming to…
McKinley Elementary students show appreciation to first responders
Some Area Elementary students Wednesday showed their appreciation for first responders during a parade.
University of Missouri tuition to increase in the fall
Tuition will rise in the fall at all four campuses for the University of Missouri, with increases ranging from 2% to 5%. Curators on Wednesday approved the increases.
PSU rescinds mask mandate on campus
Pittsburg State University announced Wednesday it will no longer require masks on campus.
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News to Know (5/19/21)
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Trump organization is now facing a criminal investigation. Tuesday New York Attorney General Letitia James said her office is investigating former President Donald Trump's businesses for potential criminal…
Oklahoma to offer free summer meals for children
The Oklahoma State Department of Education announces it will offer free summer meals to kids at nearly 1,400 locations across the state including in the towns of Commerce and Miami.
Red Cross/MSSU partnership proved invaluable after the tornado
Ahead of the 2011 tornado, Missouri Southern and the Red Cross formed a partnership, and it proved to be vital when disaster struck.
Severe weather forecast prompts KU to call off commencements
Hundreds of University of Kansas graduates had to make do without commencement ceremonies on Sunday, due to the threat of severe weather.
MSSU graduates walk for first time since pandemic began
Missouri Southern State University hosted it's 76th commencement ceremony Saturday.
Joplin High School celebrates class of 2021
JOPLIN, Mo. –Joplin high school seniors were able to celebrate a huge milestone Sunday. One that many did not get to fully experience…
