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Upcoming nighttime 7th Street lane closures in Joplin, MoDOT says
JOPLIN, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Transportation is cautioning drivers along Route 66 (7th Street) in Joplin of some upcoming lane closures. Nightly, beginning Monday, July 22, and going until July 26, contractor crews will be inspecting manholes on Route 66 between Maiden Lane and Range Line Road. Motorists can expect lane closures wherever crews are working.
Coroner election approaches for Southwest Missouri counties
SOUTHWEST MISSOURI - As the election for county coroner approaches, residents in Jasper, McDonald, Vernon, and Newton counties are learning more about the demanding nature of the role. Interim Jasper County Coroner James Harrison emphasizes that the position involves far more than simply transferring bodies.
Traffic risks remain despite decrease in Joplin crashes
JOPLIN, Mo. — Local streets are a bit safer this year, according to the latest numbers from Joplin police. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t still risks. Joplin drivers say there are certain spots in town where traffic can be dangerous. “Noon to one, going down Range...
West Quincy Street Road Closure for Water Main Break
PITTSBURG, KS – Starting Tuesday July 16th, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. through Friday July 19th 2024, West Quincy Street from South Broadway Street to South Pine Street will be closed for road repairs due to a recent water main break. West Quincy Street will remain closed until late Friday afternoon.
Work on upcoming MSSU addition causes detours on campus
JOPLIN, Mo. — If you think you know your way around campus at Missouri Southern, think again. Dirt work is underway to add a new building on the MSSU Oval and this week that included taking out a chunk of University Parkway. The project officially kicked off three months ago, blocking off much of the Oval as well as the ground to the north.
Charlie 22 aims to help struggling veterans and their families
Charlie 22 sole mission is to help struggling veterans find peace through different types of outdoor activities and help them and their families. AJ Stock stopped by the studio this morning to share the different ways that you can help.
Crawford County Fair Board seeks community input for facility upgrades
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Kan. (KOAM) - The Crawford County Fair Association Board is continuing to ask local business owners and community members throughout Crawford County and neighboring areas to provide feedback as part of their strategic planning process.
Community coffee with Joplin mayor sparks open dialogue
JOPLIN, Mo. — The City of Joplin held its first-ever community coffee with Mayor Keenan Cortez. “I got my blue jeans on my polo today. Let’s just sit down and have a good, honest, deep conversation about what affects all of us in this community,” said Keenan Cortez, city of Joplin mayor.
Joplin Hosts 7th Annual 1st Phorm Monster Games Competition
JOPLIN, MO — The City of Joplin is hosting their 7th Annual 1st Phorm Monster Games this weekend. The Monster Games are a 3-day competition that started Friday and will wrap up tomorrow. They utilize many of the great resources that Joplin has to offer like Schifferdecker Park and Schifferdecker Pool as well as Missouri […]
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