Weekend Wrap (August 6 & 7)
Here is a quick look at the top local stories from the weekend
Top Stories
Police: Suspect in slayings of 4 in Ohio arrested in Kansas
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.
Cornell Complex nearing completion, the new home to Spiva Art Center and Connect2Culture
JOPLIN, Mo. — The Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex is nearing completion. It will be the home of the Spiva…
SUV T-boned on Murphy Blvd, overturns near former Sears Plaza
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 teams up with The Salvation Army for annual 'Stuff the Bus' event
Walmart and The Salvation Army today teamed up for their annual 'Stuff the Bus' event that collects school supplies for underprivileged students.
Emancipation "Park Days" Celebration kicks off at Ewert Park
The Joplin Emancipation Celebration Committee today hosted its Annual Emancipation "Park Days" Weekend Celebration.
Support group meets in Joplin to support breastfeeding mothers
Chi Chi Mama's Breastfeeding Group today hosted its annual event to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week in Joplin.
Brown throws no-hitter; Pittsburg advances in Little League Midwest Regional
Gabe Brown throws a no-hitter in Pittsburg's 7-0 win Saturday.
Some areas get rain, burn bans remain in place; Marionville City Fire grassfires this week caused by open burning
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Mo. — Although some have received rain this week across the region burn bans still remain in effect. Friday between 3…
Boone County Sheriff warns residents of recent phone scam
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office warns residents of a recent phone call scam that intends to steal personal information.
Marian Days is open to the public; Dine on Boba Tea and Pho or Chicken Strips and Fried Oreos
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…
Purdy Police looking for owner of pet cremains
Forget something? The Purdy Police Department seeks the owner of pet cremains found in a box at the Purdy Dollar General Store.
4 killed in Ohio; man called 'armed and dangerous' sought
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.
Indiana becomes 1st state to approve abortion ban post Roe
The ban, which takes effect Sept. 15, includes some exceptions.
Weekend Blog: This heat is getting old, but some rain chances. -Doug
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…
Parsons 14-year-old Autumn Sands finds confidence in CrossFit
Sands competes in weightlifting and CrossFit at the national level
Lightning strike near White House leaves 3 dead, 1 injured
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.”
4-State back-to-school bashes and sales tax holidays
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 wins opener in Little League Midwest Regional
Webb City erases a 4-1 deficit to win 5-4 Friday in Indianapolis.
2 injured, 1 dead after single-vehicle crash in Barton County
A single-vehicle crash claims the life of a southeast Kansas man and injures two others.
Rear-ended at highway speed, car is smashed as pickup overturns
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…
Monkeypox Q&A: Here's what you should know
How much should people worry about contracting monkeypox? How does it spread? Should everyone get the vaccine? Who is most at risk? Here's a Q&A.
SUV overturns in t-bone crash on Joplin’s Rangeline Road
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…
The Big 3: Christian's Journey, hit and run motorcycle incident and body discovered at farmhouse
TOP STORY #3: Christian's Journey. The inaugural '88 Strong Passing It On' event to benefit the Christian Heady Foundation takes place on September 17 at King Jack Park. There are…
