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Two die in Miami, Oklahoma house fire

Two people died in a house fire in Miami, Oklahoma around 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11. Fire crews found…

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Governor Kelly to Attend Statehouse Hanukkah Celebration

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly will join Jewish leaders and community members for the annual Statehouse Hanukkah celebration. She will deliver…

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Sparklight donates $1,500 to The Salvation Army of Jasper and Newton Counties

JOPLIN, Mo.  – Sparklight®, Joplin’s hometown internet provider, is lending a hand to neighbors in need with a $1,500 donation to…

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Kehoe declares December as Christmas Tree Month in Missouri

Governor Mike Kehoe hosted a ceremony on Friday proclaiming December as Christmas Tree Month in Missouri. The proclamation was presented…

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Avilla man arrested; multiple charges expected

On 12-11-2025 at approximately 11:30 AM, Jasper County Deputies were notified of a man walking on Highway 96 near Avilla…

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Pittsburg Police investigate stabbing

On Wednesday, December 10th, 2025, at 9:38 p.m., officers with the Pittsburg Police Department along with first responders from the…

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U.S. House passes PERMIT Act, including Rep. Burlison’s Clarity Act

The House of Representatives today passed the Promoting Efficient Review for Modern Infrastructure Today (PERMIT) Act, a major permitting reform package…

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Seneca man charged with drug trafficking, weapons counts

A  man from Seneca, Missouri is being held in the Newton County Jail, charged with drug trafficking, two counts of…

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Powerball jackpot is now $1 billion

The Powerball jackpot is now $1 billion. That’s after after no one won the big prize Wednesday night. That means…

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MSSU Choral Society Winter concert Sunday afternoon

Joplin, MO – The MSSU Choral Society’s annual holiday concert will take place Sunday, December 14, 3:00 p.m., First Community…

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