Murder suspect arrested after KC tip leads to body in Coffeyville
Authorities arrest a murder suspect a week after a Kansas City tip leads police to a body in Coffeyville, Kansas.
Pickup fails to navigate the Belle Center Curve, takes out utility pole
JASPER COUNTY, Mo. — About 6:15 p.m. Monday evening reports of a single vehicle crash alerted Jasper County E911 regarding…
Missouri tops Humane Society's "Horrible Hundred" report, again
The Humane Society this month released its 10th annual Horrible Hundred report, listing "problem puppy mills" in the United States. This year marks the 10th time Missouri has been ranked No. 1 on the report.
Northeast Oklahoma A&M College welcomes new Vice President of Fiscal Affairs
Following the retirement of Terry DeCoster, officials at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College named Micah Mundell the new Vice President of Fiscal Affairs.
Local non-profit shows its support for the Joplin Police Department
A local non-profit today showed its support for the Joplin Police Department.
Local law enforcement agencies discuss importance of Click It or Ticket campaign
The national "Click It Or Ticket" campaign is underway this week to help increase enforcement of seat belt laws. We spoke with local agencies on the importance of the campaign and how it helps local law enforcement.
Virtual job fair aims to help veterans
Disabled American Veterans and RecruitMilitary will co-host the National Virtual All Veterans Job Fair tomorrow, May 24.
Coffeyville man to face jury; accused of raping infant
A Coffeyville man will face a jury trial in December of this year after he was charged with raping an infant less than 18-months of age.
Kansas looking at $50M for businesses restricted over COVID
Kansas is moving to provide $50 million in relief to businesses forced by state or local officials to shut down or restrict their operations during the first weeks of the coronavirus pandemic. The Republican-controlled Legislature on Monday approved a bill setting up the new program and sent it to Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly on lawmakers’ last scheduled day in session this year. The measure is aimed at small businesses and would allow them to receive up to $5,000 for 2020 and 2021 if state and local officials imposed COVID-19 restrictions. Many of the restrictions were lifted by the summer of 2020.
Better Business Bureau issues 'F' rating for Ozark business
The Better Business Bureau alerted Missouri residents about a pattern of customer complaints regarding an online retailer based in Ozark, Missouri.
Chanute warns residents of recent utility scam
The City of Chanute released information regarding a recent scam that involves utility bill payments.
Body found after house explosion in Chanute
Authorities discover a body after a house explosion in Chanute, Kansas.
Tractor trailer crash halts I-44 traffic in Lawrence County, Mo.
LAWRENCE COUNTY, Mo. — About 11 a.m. Monday morning tipsters alerted us to an I-44 crash that closed the westbound lanes near 54 mile…
News to Know: Ottawa Co. fatal, Kid lab
The news you need to know before you head out the door
I was still in my 30's when the Tornado hit Joplin, I'm 50 now
I'm 50 years old now. I was still in my 30's when the tornado hit Joplin. Here are some roughly-written thoughts of that first night I wrote them years ago. They aren't eloquent. But they are honest. I rode…
Local business in Joplin hosts arts & crafts event
McCune Farm to Market today hosted a painting and art class in conjunction with Grace's Faithful Creations.
Miners Hall Museum hosts cookie-making event
Miners Hall Museum in Franklin hosted 'A Taste of Arma' to demonstrate different types of baking from around the world.
Weekend Wrap (May 21-22)
Here is a quick look at the top local stories from the weekend.
Local church hosts service/picnic in the park
Central Christian Center in Joplin today welcomed spring and summer with a morning church service in the park.
Car goes off road, takes out interstate exit sign; Traffic merging, secondary crash occurs
JASPER COUNTY, Mo. — About 12:30 p.m. Sunday along MO-171 eastbound near the Brooklyn Heights exit between Carterville and Carthage a…
Customers show support for rare plant selection at Joplin Greenhouse
The Joplin Greenhouse offers a variety of rare plants customers are willing to pay more for.
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Remembering: Joplin Tornado Timeline from National Weather Service Springfield, Mo.
JOPLIN, Mo. — We remember the day 11 years ago that changed many of our lives forever, the EF5 tornado that…
Webb City community hosts candlelight vigil
Yesterday evening, Webb City residents came together to mourn the loss of a student.
Residence is a "total loss", Carthage Fire tells us
JASPER COUNTY, Mo. — Late Saturday night just after 10:30 p.m. reports of a structure fire on CL-192 just north of Hyacinth alerted Jasper County E911.…
Pickup flips into creek outside of Sarcoxie, Mo.
NEWTON COUNTY, Mo. — Just before 2 a.m. Sunday morning reports of a pickup crash in the Sarcoxie area on Tiger Road, south of Beech Road, alerted Newton County Central Dispatch. Sarcoxie Rural Fire, Mercy Ambulance and Newton County Deputies…
Show-Me Water Safety event teaches drowning prevention tips
Community groups and organizations come together to teach water safety at Wildcat Glades in Joplin.
Battle of Carthage re-enactment aims to bring history to life
CARTHAGE, Mo.--People in Carthage this weekend got the chance to take part in a real-life history lesson. Organizers of the re-enactment say they wanted something to remind people of the area's history. "We don't want to forget what happened. I…
Webb City offers vaccinations for four-legged friends
Webb City Animal Control hosted its annual vaccination clinic for pets in conjunction with the Madison Pet Clinic.
Creative Learning Alliance hosts Open Lab event for local youth
The Creative Learning Alliance today hosted an open lab and paper airplane throwing event for young ones.
Death investigation of Webb City, Mo. student, no foul play
The Webb City Police Dept release details in the death investigation of a student. Webb City Schools confirmed earlier this week in a statement, the student was discovered and they, “responded by contacting local authorities, emergency personnel.”
Lightning strike destroys Barry Co. Mo. business, K-Kabinet Shop "total loss"
BARRY COUNTY, Mo. — About 2:15 a.m. Saturday Barry County 911 were alerted to report of a commercial structure fire near Hwy 76 and MO-39, The K-Kabinet Shop. Central Crossing Fire responded with mutual aid support: Cassville Fire, Eagle…
The sport of Cookoff, competing, judging and scoring
JOPLIN, Mo. — Rain or shine Joplin’s first SCA (Steak Cookoff Association) competition is happening Saturday at J-H Cattle Co. Meat Store, 1316 E Broadway. This SCA sanctioned event is a ribeye cookoff. During the event there will be tailgate…
The Battle of Carthage Reenactment Weekend at Civil War Ranch
DRONE CLIPS COURTESY @EDIFYMEDIAMO JASPER COUNTY, Mo. - This weekend travel back in time 160 years ago as the Battle of Carthage is re-enacted at…
Joplin man, others federally indicted in 2020 murder case
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