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Joplin News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Joplin News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Joplin and Southwest Missouri. From local government and business developments to healthcare, education, public safety, economic growth, manufacturing, and community events across Jasper County and the Four States region, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Missouri's most important regional…
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Pittsburg Downtown’s Parking Puzzle | Joplin News
Pittsburg’s downtown is booming—thanks to Pittsburg State University’s growing footprint, new businesses, and a flood of visitors—but that growth has brought a…
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First Month on Two Wheels is Riskiest | Joplin News
New riders face the highest risk in their first year—especially the first month—when skills are still developing. Even trained riders like Jeff Foley…
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The God Texts Behind a Failed Theme Park | Joplin News
A $2 billion theme park dream in Vinita, Oklahoma, now lies in ruins after a bizarre and manipulative scheme unraveled. Executives Richard Silanskas and Larry…
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New Sheriff, New Beginnings in Ottawa County | Joplin News
Gary Graham has officially taken the reins as Ottawa County’s new sheriff, bringing 26 years of law enforcement experience to the role. He’s stepping into a…
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Catalytic Converter Theft Foiled | Joplin News
Catalytic Converter Theft Foiled | Joplin News
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Magnet Fishing Finds Dangerous Treasures | Joplin News
Two magnet fishing enthusiasts in Labette County, Kansas, stumbled upon a serious haul—including a pistol, shotgun, empty grenade, and horseshoe—while…
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Coffee Toy Craze Causes Traffic Chaos | Joplin News
A coffee chain’s simple “free toy” promotion turned into a full-blown traffic nightmare—lines so long they jammed Rangeline Road, cops had to step in, and…
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Donate Blood Get Zoo Tickets | Joplin News
Don’t just donate blood—go wild and give back! The Community Blood Center of the Ozarks is teaming up with Dickerson Park Zoo for a two-month “Go Wild, Give…
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Commissioner Clarifies Historic Preservation Ordinance | Joplin News
Fort Scott City Commissioner Matthew Wells is clarifying a historic preservation ordinance aimed at stopping “demolition by neglect” — when old buildings fall…
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Neosho Builds Inclusive Playground | Joplin News
Neosho, Missouri is building an inclusive playground that welcomes kids of all abilities—and they need your help to make it happen. With a $650,000 goal and…
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Miami OK Picnic Builds Community | Joplin News
Miami, Oklahoma is buzzing with community spirit as locals gather for a massive free picnic at Splash Pad Park, featuring food, drinks, snow cones, a foam…
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Missouri Rep Steps Down, Seat Opens | Joplin News
Missouri’s political scene just got shaken up as Rep. Rusty Black unexpectedly steps down from District 161, leaving a vacuum and sparking a fresh race for the…
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Ross Withdraws From Missouri House Race | Joplin News
Ross is pulling out of the Missouri House District 161 race after fresh scrutiny over his past, revealing how quickly history can resurface and derail…
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Ross Withdraws from Missouri House Race | Joplin News
Ross drops out of the Missouri House District 161 race just as election season heats up, throwing a wrench into campaign strategies and reshaping voter…
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Ross Drops Out Amid Assault Conviction | Joplin News
Ross is pulling out of the Missouri House District 161 race after a felony domestic assault conviction from two decades ago resurfaced — a bombshell timed…
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Rural Schools: Apply for $7K Grant | Joplin News
Rural schools linked to the Community Foundation of the Ozarks, this one’s for you—apply now for up to $7,000 through the Coover/Rural Schools Partnership…
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JOMO Pridefest Thrives in 100 Degree Heat | Joplin News
Joplin’s Pridefest is blazing through record-breaking heat with over 100 degrees, but spirits are hotter—thousands show up for the parade, vendors, and…
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Tragic Multi-Car Crash on US 69 | Joplin News
A deadly multi-car crash on US-69 in Cherokee County left one woman dead and another critically injured—21-year-old Madison Macias died after her car was…
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Fort Scott Forms Coalition to Tackle Homelessness | Joplin News
Fort Scott’s bold new plan to combat homelessness in city parks is gaining steam — with eight citizens already rallying behind a fresh coalition led by City…
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Cardinals Dominate Waynesville 63-19 | Joplin News
Webb City Cardinals obliterate Waynesville 63-19 in a dazzling offensive showcase, scoring three touchdowns in the first quarter and exploding for over 100…
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Rams Shut Out Wildcats 50-0 | Joplin News
Rams Shut Out Wildcats 50-0 | Joplin News
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Republican Candidate Resigns Amid Scandal | Joplin News
Republican candidate Thomas Ross is out of the Missouri House District 161 race after being arrested for allegedly trying to plant drugs on his opponent…
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Principal Surprised with National Honor | Joplin News
Jason Cravens, principal of East Middle School in Joplin, Missouri, was stunned to win the prestigious Middle Level Principal of the Year award—surrounded by…
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Tragic Jeep Crash in Joplin | Joplin News
A tragic single-vehicle crash in Joplin claimed the life of a 73-year-old Jeep driver who veered off South Main Street and flipped over—marking Troop D’s 89th…
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Joplin Fights Back Against Data Centers | Joplin News
In Joplin, Missouri, a grassroots crew called “Missouri & Neighbors Against Data Centers” is taking legal action to stop new data centers from being built in…
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Drachenmoor Returns With Parking Rules | Joplin News
Drachenmoor’s big Halloween comeback hits October 7th—but with a game-changing twist: mandatory online parking reservations. To tackle traffic chaos and…
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Whooping Cough Surges as Vaccination Rates Drop | Joplin News
Whooping cough is surging—thanks to falling vaccination rates—and doctors are sounding the alarm. A local child was treated last week, unusual for summer, with…
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Ross Drops Out After Drug Charges | Joplin News
Ross Drops Out After Drug Charges | Joplin News
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Midwest Burn Bans: What You Need to Know | Joplin News
Midwest burn bans are in full effect across Missouri, Kansas, and Oklahoma — from Jasper and Newton counties to Columbus and Galena — as dry conditions fuel…
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Ross Indicted on Obstruction Charges | Joplin News
A Republican congressional candidate in North Carolina’s 13th district, Thomas Ross, faces serious federal charges—including felony obstruction of justice and…
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Name Oklahoma’s Snowplows | Joplin News
Oklahoma’s DOT is hosting a fun, student-driven contest to name 24 snowplows—machines that cleared nearly 640,000 miles last winter. Submit your creative ideas…
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Kansas Man Arrested in Child Abuse Material Case | Joplin News
A man in Chanute, Kansas, is facing serious allegations after being arrested Thursday for suspected possession of child sexual abuse material. The Kansas…
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Pittsburg Revives Little Balkans Heritage | Joplin News
Pittsburg, Kansas is reviving its beloved Little Balkans Heritage celebration this weekend — now expanded as “Little Balkans Weekend” — to mark the city’s…
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Narcan Saves Lives When Seconds Count | Joplin News
Every year, 70,000 overdose deaths are preventable—just grab Narcan. Recognize the signs: shallow or stopped breathing, gray skin, blue lips or nails. The…
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Tri-State Alliance Boosts Local Businesses | Joplin News
A bold new alliance is launching to supercharge small businesses across southwest Missouri, northwest Arkansas, and northeast Oklahoma—uniting over 5,000 local…
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Missouri Gambling Ring Cops Plea | Joplin News
Another big player just cracked in a sprawling illegal gambling ring across southwest Missouri—53-year-old Sunikumar Patel from New York admitted to wire fraud…
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Townsend Legacy Funds Crisis Center | Joplin News
A quiet Oklahoman banker, Edward Townsend, left behind a legacy of generosity after his passing at 83. His family honored his spirit by donating $11,500 from…
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Ross Indicted on Obstruction Charges | Joplin News
A Republican candidate in North Carolina’s 13th congressional district, Thomas Ross, faces serious federal charges—including felony obstruction of…
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Republican Candidate Faces Federal Charges | Joplin News
A North Carolina Republican congressional candidate, Thomas Ross, faces serious federal charges including felony obstruction of justice, sparking immediate…
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Three States Unite for Ozarks Tourism | Joplin News
Three states—Oklahoma, Missouri, and Arkansas—are teaming up to launch a bold new regional marketing magazine called “Ozarks 411,” designed to spotlight local…
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Ross Indicted in NC-13 Race | Joplin News
A Republican congressional candidate in North Carolina’s 13th district, Thomas Ross, faces serious federal charges including felony obstruction of justice and…
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Republican Candidate Indicted in NC | Joplin News
A North Carolina Republican congressional candidate, Thomas Ross, faces felony obstruction charges as the election heats up—his Democratic rival demands he…
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Ross Indicted as Race Heats Up | Joplin News
A Republican candidate in North Carolina’s 13th district, Thomas Ross, faces felony charges of obstruction of justice and conspiracy — a major development…
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Ross Indicted in NC Congressional Race | Joplin News
Republican Congressman Thomas Ross faces serious legal trouble after being indicted on felony obstruction of justice charges, sparking immediate calls from his…
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Honoring Chief Froman's Legacy | Joplin News
The Peoria Tribe mourns the loss of Chief John Phillip Froman, a transformative leader who guided the tribe from 2001 to 2018 with unwavering commitment to…
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Main Street Reopens Soon | Joplin News
Main Street in Joplin is nearly done with its major detour, set to reopen fully by September 30th—bringing back smooth traffic flow after a $10 million…
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Carterville School Water Crisis Resolved | Joplin News
Carterville Elementary School gets a major win after a late-night water main break—pressure’s back, restrooms are running, and thanks to a stocked bottled…
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Missouri Candidate Accused of Drug Frame-Up | Joplin News
A Missouri Republican House candidate faces federal charges after allegedly plotting to plant drugs on their political rival—shaking up the race and exposing…
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Candidate Accused of Drug Plot | Joplin News
A Missouri House candidate is facing serious legal trouble after court docs allege he tried to sabotage his opponent by paying a woman to plant meth in the…
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Candidate Accused of Drug Frame-Up | Joplin News
A Missouri House candidate is in deep trouble after allegedly plotting to frame his opponent by paying a woman to plant meth in the rival’s car — only for her…
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Officer Uses Police Access for Personal Checks | Joplin News
A former Joplin police officer is facing serious legal trouble after allegedly using his department-issued laptop to run 22 unauthorized background checks on…
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Sarcoxie Car Heists Leave Community Shaken | Joplin News
Overnight in Sarcoxie, Missouri, thieves hit at least 20 cars in a brazen spree, rummaging through unlocked vehicles and stealing purses, wallets, credit…
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Yellow Water Mystery in Golden City | Joplin News
Golden City’s water turning yellow and brown isn’t a glitch—it’s the aging pipes and extreme heat stirring up rust and sediment. With outdated infrastructure…
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McAuley Cross Country Dominates Home Meet | Joplin News
McAuley’s boys and girls cross country teams dominated their home meet with flawless performances—boys scoring 25, girls nailing 15—led by standout runners…
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Shooting in Grand Falls Leaves Four Charged | Joplin News
A shooting in Grand Falls, Newfoundland, left one man injured and hospitalized; four individuals, including a 30-year-old from New Hampshire, are now facing…
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Shooting in Grand Falls Leaves One Injured | Joplin News
A shocking shooting in Grand Falls, Newfoundland, has sent shockwaves across Canada — a 30-year-old New Hampshire man is hospitalized after the incident. The…
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Shooting in Grand Falls Leaves One Injured | Joplin News
A shooting in Grand Falls, Newfoundland, has sent shockwaves through the community as a 30-year-old from New Hampshire is hospitalized. The Royal Canadian…
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A Community Holds Together After Tragedy | Joplin News
A heartbreaking fire in Neosho County took the lives of Dillon Evans, his wife Isabella, and their two-year-old son Easton. In a moving tribute, the community…
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Erie Kansas 153-Year Military Tradition | Joplin News
For 153 years, this Kansas town has hosted the longest-running military reunion in the U.S., celebrating veterans with parades, rodeos, and a legendary bean…
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Shooting in Grand Falls Leaves 4 Charged | Joplin News
Grand Falls erupts in shock as RCMP drop charges on four after a violent shooting leaves a 30-year-old man hospitalized—two brothers, a woman, and a teen all…