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MoDOT issues urgent call for safer driving as roadway fatality count increases
JEFFERSON CITY – With roadway fatalities in Missouri continuing to trend closer to surpassing last year’s count, the Missouri Department…
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Man who took woman’s mother’s ashes charged with first-degree felony harassment
A man from Joplin is facing charges related to an unusual alleged crime. Sebastian Drake Burch is accused of taking…
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Fatal fire in Pierce City Saturday night; two bodies recovered
On 10/25/2025 at 8:37 PM, Pierce City Fire Department was dispatched to 313 North Myrtle Street regarding a house on…
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President Trump approves FEMA individual assistance for 20 counties to assist Missourians
JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) announced that President Donald J. Trump has approved Missouri’s request…
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New Hawley bill to protect SNAP benefits during shutdown gains co-sponsors
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) filed legislation to ensure food stamps will continue to be funded despite the…
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Protect children from scary boo boos this Halloween
TOPEKA – With just a few safety steps, you can prevent children from going bump in the night to ensure a happy Halloween.…
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Governor Kelly to host food drives at ‘The People’s Budget’ tour stops
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced Friday that she is simultaneously hosting food drives at the remaining seven stops on…
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MSSU Homecoming parade canceled due to chance of inclement weather
The MSSU Homecoming Parade in downtown Joplin Saturday morning has been canceled due to the chance of rain. Cloudy skies…
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Pitt Pals program builds connections at Pittsburg State University
Friendships are crossing borders and cultures through the Pitt Pal program, which pairs international students with American students at Pittsburg…
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Community invited to Ewert Park renovation groundbreaking
City officials and East Town neighborhood leaders invite everyone to the Groundbreaking Event for Ewert Park’s Renovation at 1 p.m. on…
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