Made in the 4-States: Tom's Custom Funko Pops
A Jasper County Sheriff creates his own Funko Pops. Tom Crossley of Tom's Customs had been making model cars since he was a kid. After the Funko craze set in, Tom wanted to…
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Purdy woman killed in train collision, two grandchildren flown to hospital
A train collides with a car in Purdy, Missouri, leaving one woman dead and her two grandchildren with critical injuries.
The Joplin School District talks about the early payoff of the Recovery TIF
Last night's announcement at the Joplin City Council meeting regarding the Recovery TIF and it's April payoff date came as a surprise to council. It also came as a surprise to taxing jurisdictions, that can start to collect the revenue.
Newman released from hospital two days after crash at Daytona
Newman was released Wednesday afternoon.
Today's top headlines for February 20th, 2020
FERGUSON, Mo - Authorities arrest the man they say shot an off-duty police officer at a Ferguson Walmart. Police say the suspected gunman was taken into custody after a chase in St.…
Joplin city officials make announcement regarding the 2011 disaster recovery
Joplin's Finance Director shares an announcement that is big news for the city, the school district and residents.
Authorities remove suspicious device from downtown Cherryvale, Kansas
CHERRYVALE, Ks. -- Cherryvale Police responded at 10:15 A.M. on February 18 to a report of an unexploded device in the downtown area. They evacuated a 2 block area, which included businesses and homes, as a precaution. Kansas Highway Patrol…
Ottawa County jail housing 14 inmates after being closed four months
The Ottawa County Jail is housing some inmates again after being empty since a fire in October 2019. Now, officials are hopeful finishing touches will be done in a few weeks, so they can get the jail open.
Boy Scouts file for bankruptcy due to sex-abuse lawsuits
The Boy Scouts of America has filed for bankruptcy protection as it faces a barrage of new sex-abuse lawsuits. The filing Tuesday in Wilmington, Delaware, is an attempt to work out a potentially mammoth compensation plan for abuse victims that will allow the 110-year-old organization to carry on.
Ten local wrestlers advance to first KSHSAA girls state championships
Fort Scott has four girls qualified for state.
How drivers feel about potholes in the area
New data shows Missouri drivers really don't like potholes. We wanted to find out are things really as bad as social media makes them out to be?
Hamlin wins at Daytona; Newman hospitalized after crash
Doctors say Newman is in serious condition, but his injuries are not life threatening.
Kansas AG finds Frontenac officials violated Kansas Open Records Act
The Kansas Attorney General has found the City of Frontenac, Kansas has violated the Kansas Open Records Act.
Overdose case turns into murder investigation in southeast Kansas
Police arrest a man on suspicion of second degree murder, after an autopsy comes back indicating foul play in the death of a Coffeyville woman.
Kansas elections chief's security plan causes unease
The top elections official in Kansas is pushing to make the state's central voter registration database more secure by changing how counties tap into it. Some local officials are nervous about what they see as a big project in an unusually busy election year.
Dozens of girls search for prom dresses at Prom Palooza while raising money for Project Graduation
Dozens of girls searched for prom dresses at Prom Palooza which is an annual fundraising event for Neosho High Schools ‘Project Graduation’. The event raises money while giving girls gowns at a discount.
Four teens rescued after boat capsizes in McDonald County
Four teen boys are rescued after their boat capsized while gigging in Elk River.
Delaware County trio arrested after high-speed pursuit
Three people are in custody after leading deputies on a chase in Delaware County, Oklahoma.
Carthage Humane Society showcases new annex building for medical needs and intake at open house
After a year of construction, the shelter has built a multipurpose annex building for medical needs and intake, along with an isolation area for dogs and cats.
Georgia nursing home company banned from Kansas for 10 years
A Georgia nursing home company has been banned from working in Kansas for 10 years and fined $100,000 for failing to protect patient and employee records, Attorney General Derek Schmidt said Friday.
#2 Parsons rolls over #10 Independence, remains perfect in SEK
The Vikings are now 9-0 in the SEK.
Joplin hands Republic first league loss
The Eagles beat the Tigers 51-46 Friday night.
Bourbon County plans for possible Coronavirus outbreak
"What's the chances of it happening here? It's kind of like saying, 'What's the chances of a tornado hitting Bourbon County?' It's there," said Bourbon County's emergency manager. Bourbon County Emergency Manager William Wallis…
Forever in Love: Joplin couple reflects on nearly 60 years of spending Valentine's Day together
For Elmer and Sally Beck, every day is a day to celebrate being in love.
