Government & Public Notices

Carthage man killed in workplace accident identified

(From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office) On 5-11-2026, at approximately 7:30 AM., Jasper County Deputies and EMS were notified of a workplace acciden…

Chris Wright urges Kehoe to suspend gasoline tax

(From the Chris Wright Campaign) In response to soaring fuel prices fueled by international conflict, Chris Wright, Republican Candidate for State Rep…

Seneca R-7 names Taylor Walker, Allie House teachers of the year.

(From the Seneca R-7 School District 7-12 Teacher of the Year Taylor Walker Taylor Walker consistently goes above and beyond to help students succeed…

Twenty-four retiring from Webb City R-7 School District

(From the Webb City R-7 School District) Today (Friday), we celebrated 24 staff members who are retiring this year. We would like to thank each one of…

Agenda posted for Carthage City Council meeting

House passes Jill Carter bill to connect Missourians with community resources

By Steph Quinn Missouri Independent A bill intended to connect Missourians in need with community resources passed the Missouri House Thursday, settin…

Stebbins presentation on Connor Hotel owner scheduled at Missouri State Archives

(From Missouri State Archives) One week from tonight (Thursday), Chad Stebbins will present on his book, “Tom Connor: Joplin’s Millionaire Zinc King,”…

Naming partners announced for Carthage R-9 Performing Arts Center

(From the Carthage R-9 School District) What an incredible celebration as we officially recognized the naming partners for the future Carthage Perform…

Jill Carter explains why she supports proposal to eliminate income tax

(From Sen. Jill Carter, R-Granby) Our local governments function primarily on property and sales taxes. Your local schools, emergency services, librar…

Key initiatives update on tap at Joplin City Council work session

JOPLIN CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION AGENDA Monday, May 11, 2026 5:45 P.M., Council Chambers 602 S. Main Street 1. FY 2026 And FY 2027 Key Initiatives Upd…

Jury convicts Goodman man in road rage shooting case

(From the Newton County Prosecuting Attorney's Office) A McDonald County jury convicted Anthony Scott Keller, 32, of Goodman, Missouri, of Unlawful Us…

Kehoe signs eight bills into law

(From Gov. Mike Kehoe) Today, Governor Mike Kehoe signed eight pieces of legislation into law: Senate Bills (SB) 907, 914, 982, and 1142, and House Bi…

Carthage Chamber unveils 2026 Maple Leaf Festival theme and design

(From Carthage Chamber of Commerce) The Carthage Chamber of Commerce, alongside staff, ambassadors, and board members, visited the Carthage Technical…

Joplin teachers receive Golden Apple Awards

(From Joplin Schools) Huge congratulations to our 2026 Golden Apple Award winners! These educators were nominated by students, parents, and peers, and…

Missouri Southern to hold 86th commencement ceremony

(From Missouri Southern State University) Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) will celebrate the Spring 2026 graduating class during its 86th Co…

Kehoe announces partnership with CMS to strengthen Medicaid integrity

(From Gov. Mike Kehoe) Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced that the State of Missouri has officially notified the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid…

Signing event held for 53 new Freeman nurses

(From Freeman Health) Smiling, sharing hugs and waving to a max-capacity audience, a graduating class of 53 graduate nurses (GNs) and graduate practic…

Missouri House passes bill creating high school athletics appeal board

By Annelise Hanshaw Missouri Independent The Missouri House gave final approval to a bill creating a state-run appellate body to oversee decisions mad…

State Historical Society program features Route 66 hotel that provided welcoming spot for Blacks during Jim Crow era

(From the State Historical Society of Missouri) Alberta’s Hotel near U.S. Highway Route 66 in Springfield offered Black travelers a reliable and welco…

New DESE tools put school district data at your fingertips

(From the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education) The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has launched the new…