News Joplin MO
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Jasper County officially receives Missouri Blue Shield designation
Today, Jasper County officially received Missouri Blue Shield designation from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. This prestigious honor recognizes…
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High speed pursuit moves from Bourbon County to Vernon County; two in custody
In a Facebook post, the Vernon County Sheriff’s office reports it was contacted by Bourbon County Sheriff’s office in regards…
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KCU-Joplin Dean honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
(JOPLIN, Mo. – April 22, 2025) — Kenneth A. Heiles, DO, campus dean of Kansas City University’s (KCU) College of Osteopathic…
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Chief of Police McCall talks Carl Junction storm damage
A tornado was confirmed. The National Weather Service has conducted its damage survey from the Easter Sunday storms and it…
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Missouri State Senator Jill Carter discusses DSS, state budget and clarification to Amendment 3
On Tuesday’s KZRG Morning News Watch, Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined Ted and Steve. At least 10 kids under…
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Missouri Southern to host annual Student Research Symposium
JOPLIN, MO – Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will host its annual Student Research Symposium on April 24, from 12-2 p.m. in the…
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Cummins named Carl Junction Athletic Director and Assistant Principal for 2025-26 school year
Catie Cummins is the New High School Athletic Director and Assistant Principal for the 2025-26 school year. The Carl Junction…
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NWS finds two tornadoes rolled through the area Sunday
The National Weather Service has conducted its damage surveys from the storms Sunday afternoon. A National Weather Service Survey team…
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Joplin City Council approves measures to demolish old Freeman Hospital, construct lower-income housing
The Joplin City Council has approved a set of measures that will lead to the safe demolition of the old…
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MoDOT is asking motorists to Work With Us this Work Zone Awareness Week
The Missouri Department of Transportation has a special message for all the motorists in the area this summer — work…
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