Weekend Wrap (August 6 & 7)
Here is a quick look at the top local stories from the weekend
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Here is a quick look at the top local stories from the weekend
A suspect in the shooting deaths of four people in Ohio has been arrested in Kansas. Police in Montgomery County’s Butler Township said late Saturday night that 39-year-old Stephen Marlow was taken into custody by local police in Lawrence, Kansas. Chief John Porter said Marlow will be extradited to Ohio to face charges in Friday's slayings. The Montgomery County coroner’s office on Saturday identified the victims as 82-year-old Clyde Knox, 78-year-old Eva Knox, 41-year-old Sarah Anderson and a 15-year-old girl whose name wasn’t released. All were pronounced dead at the scene. Court documents don’t list an attorney representing Marlow.
JOPLIN, Mo. — The Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex is nearing completion. It will be the home of the Spiva…
JOPLIN, Mo. — About 6:20 p.m. Saturday evening reports of a two vehicle t-bone rollover crash near 9th and S Murphy Blvd alerted Joplin E-911.…
Walmart and The Salvation Army today teamed up for their annual 'Stuff the Bus' event that collects school supplies for underprivileged students.
The Joplin Emancipation Celebration Committee today hosted its Annual Emancipation "Park Days" Weekend Celebration.
Chi Chi Mama's Breastfeeding Group today hosted its annual event to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week in Joplin.
Gabe Brown throws a no-hitter in Pittsburg's 7-0 win Saturday.
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Mo. — Although some have received rain this week across the region burn bans still remain in effect. Friday between 3…
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of a recent phone call scam that intends to steal personal information.
CARTHAGE, Mo. - Marian Days is a festival and a pilgrimage for Vietnamese American Roman Catholics celebrated since 1978 on a 28-acre campus of the…
Forget something? The Purdy Police Department seeks the owner of pet cremains found in a box at the Purdy Dollar General Store.
Authorities say four people were shot to death in Ohio and a man considered armed and dangerous is being sought. Police in Montgomery County’s Butler Township said officers were sent shortly after noon Friday after a report of shots fired. Chief John Porter said four victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Their names weren't released and police said the motive for the shooting wasn't yet clear. Police are seeking 39-year-old Stephen Marlow, who was believed to have fled the area in a sport utility vehicle and was considered “armed and dangerous.” A message seeking comment was left Saturday at a number listed in his name.
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I hope you guys had a great work week and ready for the weekend of course. Sadly, the heat sticks around, but it is the weekend. Friday was day number 19 that we have hit 100 degrees, not cool. There…
Sands competes in weightlifting and CrossFit at the national level
A husband and wife from Wisconsin celebrating more than five decades of marriage were killed in a lightning strike outside the White House. The couple, 76-year-old James Mueller and 75-year-old Donna Mueller, of Janesville, Wisconsin, died after the Thursday night lightning strike in Lafayette Park. A third victim, a 29 year-old adult male, was pronounced dead Friday. One other is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. Secret Service and Park Police officers saw the lightning strike and rendered first aid. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre says, “Our hearts are with the families who lost loved ones, and we are praying for those still fighting for their lives.”
While some states may have a sales tax holiday this weekend, not all cities are joining in. So, other organizations are hosting their own savings holidays.
Webb City erases a 4-1 deficit to win 5-4 Friday in Indianapolis.
A single-vehicle crash claims the life of a southeast Kansas man and injures two others.
JASPER COUNTY, Mo. - About 6:15 a.m. reports of a two-vehicle crash at 7th and Central City, west of Joplin alerted Jasper County E-911. Carl…
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JOPLIN, Mo. — Just after 9:30 a.m. Friday morning at 20th and Rangeline reports of a two vehicle crash, with rollover alerted Joplin E-911. Joplin Fire…
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