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Pittsburg residents report delays in garbage pickup
PITTSBURG, Kan. (KOAM) - Some Pittsburg residents say their trash isn't getting picked up on time. According to these residents, CARDS Recycling and Waste Management is the company responsible for the service at their homes.
City of Pittsburg steps in to aid Stillwell Apartments Elevator
PITTSBURG, Kans.- Tenants in the Stilwell Apartment building are still seeking answers about the ongoing delay in repairing the building's elevator, which has been out of service since February. The four-story building is operated by a non-profit board, but residents say they have not received clear information on the status of repairs.
🚧 Bridge Replacement to Close Route O near Lamar, MO for Five Months
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Springfield/Joplin, MO. The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced that the Route O bridge over the West Fork Spring River, located west of Lamar, will be closed to traffic for a duration of up to five months starting the week of May 20. The closure is due to the replacement of the current bridge with a new, wider structure aimed at improving safety and traffic flow. The significance of this project may lead to detours and extended travel times for residents and travelers in the Barton County area. Commuters are advised to plan their routes accordingly and seek alternative paths during this period. Further information can be obtained through MoDOT's official channels or directly from the department's website as indicated in their announcement: https://t.co/hdyQYsx4zu.
New Planned Parenthood clinic set to open in Pittsburg
PITTSBURG, Kans.- Planned Parenthood Great Plains is set to expand its services into Southeast Kansas this fall, with a new health center opening in Pittsburg. Comprehensive Health of Planned Parenthood Great Plains announced that the clinic will offer a variety of services, including abortion services, STI and HIV testing, and more.
🚧 Traffic Advisory for Road Striping in Southwest Missouri Counties
The time displayed is local to the original X account in Springfield/Joplin, MO. The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has announced that crews will be conducting striping operations today on several routes across multiple counties in Southwest Missouri. The affected routes include Route A, Route C, Route T, Route AC, Route CC, and Route PP in the counties of Barton, Benton, Cedar, and Henry. Motorists are advised to be on the lookout for slow-moving equipment on these routes and to give the striping crews ample room for safety. Please exercise caution while driving in these areas to ensure both your safety and the safety of the MoDOT crews.
Heritage Tractor awarded Pittsburg's 2024 Employer of the Year
PITTSBURG, Kan. (KOAM) - Heritage Tractor, a local John Deere dealer located on Highway 69, off the Pittsburg bypass, was awarded the 2024 Employer of the Year by the City of Pittsburg at a ceremony on Thursday, May 16, 2024.
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