4+ hour, 11+ min ago  (232+ words) The Joplin Police Department Intercept body scanner is now using an Intercept Body Scanner at the the Joplin City Jail. The JPD and other agencies across the country have been concerned about narcotic overdoses inside detention facilities. The Joplin City…...

7+ hour, 58+ min ago  (236+ words) Out of 15 checks, 3 failed, 9 passed and 3 were closed at the time of the check. On April 24, 2026, the Newton County Sheriff's Office, working in conjunction with the Alliance of Southwest Missouri and the Newton County Community Coalition, conducted alcohol compliance checks…...

10+ hour, 19+ min ago  (256+ words) Joplin Little Theatre closes season with "Clark Gable Slept Here"Newstalk KZRG " Joplin Little Theatre (JLT) will conclude its 20252026 season with Clark Gable Slept Here by Michael Mc Keever, a fast-paced, jet-black farce directed by Hope Bethel Performances will take…...

12+ hour, 22+ min ago  (211+ words) The ROOT 66 Carthage Farmers Market is excited to announce its Grand Opening'on May 2 at 122 Grant Street in Carthage. CARTHAGE, Mo." The ROOT 66 Carthage Farmers Market is excited to announce its Grand Opening'on May 2, celebrating both the official start of the…...

1+ day, 5+ hour ago  (153+ words) Hawley calls for Congressional Hearing following third assassination attempt on President Trump'Newstalk KZRG The letter comes after the crazed gunman was charged with attempted assassination. WASHINGTON -- Today, U. S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo) sent a letter to Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago  (253+ words) A project to replace the Missouri Route 43 bridge over the Elk River west of Anderson will resume the week of May 4th. Mc Donald County " A project to replace the Missouri Route 43 bridge over the Elk River west of Anderson near…...

1+ day, 12+ hour ago  (158+ words) Man from Aurora arrested on felony drug trafficking charges'Newstalk KZRG A man from Aurora was arrested on felony drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop on I-49 Saturday. According to the probable cause statement, a Nevada Police Department detective conducted a…...

1+ day, 4+ hour ago  (285+ words) As the U. S. prepares for historic events, annual celebration highlights travel's local impact Visit Joplin, MO, is proud to join a nationwide celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), May 3-9, 2026, recognizing the travel industry's vital contributions to the U. S. economy. This…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago  (160+ words) After a storm, our instinct is to clean up and make repairs as quickly as possible," Kobach said. When considering roofing work on a home or business, it is important that consumers make sure their roofing contractor is properly registered…...

3+ day, 9+ hour ago  (562+ words) The scammer's goal is to trick you into thinking you need to sign something important right away. You've probably used an e-signature service before to sign employment documents, tax forms or real estate paperwork. Many companies use e-signature services to…...