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To help rebuild media library for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ozarks: Drop off books, DVD's and video games at the Joplin Schools Administration building, Bright Futures, or any Hometown Bank location in Joplin, Carthage or Neosho. For more information call Sara at 417-592-6675.

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Peace Lutheran Reopens
Peace Lutheran Reopens
Updated: Sunday, May 19 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:46:28 GMT
Peace Lutheran Church was destroyed in the May 22nd 2011 tornado, since service had been held at Bethany Presbyterian Church. On the third Sunday of May more than a hundred attended the 1st service atMore >>
Peace Lutheran Church was destroyed in the May 22nd 2011 tornado, since service had been held at Bethany Presbyterian Church.More >>
Mothers Day Deals at Golf Club
Mothers Day Deals at Golf Club
Updated: Sunday, May 12 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-05-13 00:03:07 GMT
In honor of all the mothers out there many local businesses offered up special deals. Schifferdecker Golf Course was just one place offering specials for Mothers Day. Mothers and wives of golfers receivedMore >>
In honor of all the mothers out there many local businesses offered up special deals.More >>
Mulberry Mayor named Kansas Mayor of The Year
Mulberry Mayor named Kansas Mayor of The Year
Updated: Sunday, May 12 2013 7:59 PM EDT2013-05-12 23:59:31 GMT
A local official is being honored for his hard work with a big award. Mayor Randy Jones of Mulberry, Kansas has been awarded the prestigious honor of Mayor of The Year from the Kansas Mayors Association.More >>
A local official is being honored for his hard work with a big award.More >>
Pittsburg Fire Hydrant Testing
Pittsburg Fire Hydrant Testing
Updated: Sunday, May 12 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-05-12 23:51:40 GMT
The Pittsburg Fire Department will be starting the testing process of our fire hydrants on Monday, May 13, 2013. The City of Pittsburg currently has 1,277 fire hydrants. The annual testing of hydrantsMore >>
The Pittsburg Fire Department will be starting the testing process of our fire hydrants on Monday, May 13, 2013.More >>
Parsons Water Lines Will Be Flushed Beginning Monday
Parsons Water Lines Will Be Flushed Beginning Monday
Updated: Sunday, May 12 2013 7:49 PM EDT2013-05-12 23:49:46 GMT
PARSONS, KS -- The city water distribution system will begin flushing water lines on Monday, May 13, 2013. This flushing will have a duration time of 3 to 4 weeks. Residents may notice some water discolorationMore >>
The city water distribution system will begin flushing water lines on Monday, May 13, 2013. This flushing will have a duration time of 3 to 4 weeks.More >>
M.S.S.U. Graduate Proposes Across Stage
M.S.S.U. Graduate Proposes Across Stage
Updated: Saturday, May 11 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-05-11 23:39:23 GMT
Missouri Southern State University students donned their hats and gowns for the 2013 commencement ceremony. Students anxiously waited before their names were read and walking across the stage. CeremoniesMore >>
Missouri Southern State University students donned their hats and gowns for the 2013 commencement ceremony. Students anxiously waited before their names were read and walking across the stage. CeremoniesMore >>

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Joplin Middle School teacher fights for his job
Joplin Middle School teacher fights for his job
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-05-23 22:04:22 GMT
A public hearing is underway for East Middle School Communication Arts teacher Randy Turner. The hearing pits the Joplin Schools administration against some parents and students testifying in supportMore >>
A public hearing is underway for East Middle School Communication Arts teacher Randy Turner. The hearing pits the Joplin Schools administration against some parents and students testifying in support of Turner. Turner himself testified to the school board Thursday afternoon.More >>
$20 million grant to pay for development at 20th Street and Connecticut
$20 million grant to pay for development at 20th Street and Connecticut
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 5:46 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:46:03 GMT
Joplin city officials release details of how they'll use a new $20 million grant. The grant was given during Wednesday's ceremony to honor those who died in the May 22, 2011 tornado. City officials haveMore >>
On the two year anniversary of the Joplin tornado, EDA officials presented Joplin officials a $20 million grant, enough to build a two story library and public parking garage at 20th Street and Connecticut.More >>
Two day old attacked by dog in Coffeyville; suffers life threatening injuries
Two day old attacked by dog in Coffeyville; suffers life threatening injuries
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:38:02 GMT
News release issued by the Coffeyville Police Department On the morning of May 23rd, 2013, the Coffeyville Police Department responded to 1807 S. Walnut to investigate a dog attack. At this location officersMore >>
A two day old in Coffeyville was severely injured Thursday when the family's dog attacked her. The newborn was taken a Wichita hospital with life threatening injuries.More >>
New NEO & PSU transfer agreement
New NEO & PSU transfer agreement
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 5:06 PM EDT2013-05-23 21:06:29 GMT
Miami's NEO A&M has signed a new agreement with Pittsburg State allowing more options for transfer students. This new arrangement applies to NEO students who transfer to PSU. Now those students can applyMore >>
Miami's NEO A&M has signed a new agreement with Pittsburg State allowing more options for transfer students. This new arrangement applies to NEO students who transfer to PSU.More >>
Butterfly garden to be built at Cunningham Park
Butterfly garden to be built at Cunningham Park
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 4:57 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:57:55 GMT
The City of Joplin announced it will build a new educational space and healing garden at Cunningham Park. The image to the right shows what the city hopes the butterfly garden and overlook will look like. ItMore >>
The City of Joplin announced it will build a new educational space and healing garden at Cunningham Park. The image to the right shows what the city hopes the butterfly garden and overlook will look like. ItMore >>
Miami residents will face citations-fines if they don't maintain their yard
Miami residents will face citations-fines if they don't maintain their yard
Updated: Thursday, May 23 2013 4:53 PM EDT2013-05-23 20:53:15 GMT
Soon residents in Miami, Oklahoma will face court appearances for letting trash, grass and weeds get away from them thanks to a new city ordinance. Starting July 1, Miami residents will be expected toMore >>
Starting July 1, Miami residents will be expected to keep up with their yards or face some pretty harsh realities. Residents who receive a citation will be required to show up in court, resulting in a fine as low as $0 and as high as $750 per day, depending on the situation.More >>

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