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Jill Carter: Bill offers access to lifesaving medicines
(From Sen Jill Carter, R-Granby) Missouri families count on their local pharmacies more than most people realize. Whether it’s the corner drugstore in…
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Agenda posted for Joplin City Council meeting
JOPLIN CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, MAY 4, 2026 5th FLOOR COUNCIL CHAMBERS 602 S. MAIN ST. JOPLIN MO 6:00 P.M. 1. Call To Order Invocat…
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Senate approves appointment of Christopher Dumm to MSSU Board of Governors
(From Missouri Southern State University) The Missouri Senate confirmed the appointment of Christopher W. Dumm to the Missouri Southern State Universi…
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Only 3 businesses sell alcohol to minors in McDonald County compliance check
(From the McDonald County Sheriff's Office) On April 24, 2026, the McDonald County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Alliance of Southwest Mis…
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Law enforcement memorial ceremony planned at Jasper County Courthouse
(From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office) Come join us on May 5 at 11:00 AM at the Jasper County Courthouse in Carthage as we gather to honor and reme…
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Nine businesses pass Newton County alcohol compliance check, three businesses sell to minors
(From the Newton County Sheriff's Office) On April 24, 2026, the Newton County Sheriff’s Office, working in conjunction with the Alliance of Southwest…
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Joplin R-8 Board accepts 19 professional separations, approves 33 professional hires
While the Joplin R-8 Board of Education is still referring to people who will no longer be in the district as "separations," the minutes now reflect w…
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Jasper County jury convicts Exeter man on first-degree murder charge
(From the Barry County Sheriff's Office) Last week (4-14-26 to 4-16-2026), a jury trial was held in Jasper County for the criminal charges against Aar…
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Webb City businesses pass alcohol compliance check
(From the Webb City Police Department) On Thursday, April 23, 2026, Webb City Police Officers conducted an alcohol compliance check of local businesse…
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Jill Carter: CASA volunteers helping foster children
(From Sen. Jill Carter, R-Granby) Imagine every child having a champion—someone who sees their potential, fights for their stability, and helps them b…
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Carthage R-9 Board hires 10 teachers, accepts 6 resignations
(From the Carthage R-9 School District) The Carthage R-9 Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, April 20, 2026, 6:00 pm, at Carthage Sou…
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Kehoe signs four bills into law
(From Gov, Mike Kehoe) Today, during a bill signing ceremony at the Missouri State Capitol, Governor Mike Kehoe signed four pieces of legislation into…
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Missouri Senate rejects school funding increase despite shortfall in state payments
By Rudi Keller Missouri Independent Overly optimistic predictions for revenue from the lottery and casino taxes will cost Missouri school districts $2…
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Plan to replace Missouri income tax with expanded sales tax heads to voters
By Rudi Keller Missouri Independent Missouri voters will decide later this year whether to grant lawmakers power to increase and expand the sales tax…
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Final thoughts on the Joplin City Council/Ryan Jackson situation
After a transgender candidate was defeated in the Joplin City Council election earlier this month, Councilman Ryan Jackson, who was not up for electio…
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Joplin City Council censures Ryan Jackson
Joplin City Council voted to censure Councilman Ryan Jackson following a hearing this evening. The vote was 8-1, with only Councilman Keenan Cortez vo…
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Joplin Globe editorial advocates Ryan Jackson's removal
Two days before the Joplin City Council is scheduled to discuss Council member Ryan Jackson's comments about a transgender council candidate and his t…
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Morgan Smith named Carl Junction R-1 Teacher of the Year
(From the Carl Junction R-1 School District) What a special evening celebrating the heart of Carl Junction Schools at our Community & Education Aw…
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McDonald County High School mourns loss of freshman
(From McDonald County R-1 School District) We are deeply saddened to share that a freshman student at McDonald County High School passed away this mor…
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Ryan Jackson social media comments on tap for Joplin City Council Monday
JOPLIN REGULAR MEETING AGENDA MONDAY, APRIL 20, 2026 5th FLOOR COUNCIL CHAMBERS 602 S. MAIN ST. JOPLIN MO 6:00 P.M. 1. Call To Order Invocation Pledge…