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DWI crash into Downtown Joplin buildings, two arrested

JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM/KJFX) — Shortly after 8 p.m. Friday evening, November 6, 2026, tipsters told us they heard a crash into a building in the 500 block of South Main St.

Joplin, MO · 2d

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Joplin tenants ordered to vacate Zahn Apartments by Nov. 30

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Joplin, MO · 2h

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One Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 60 West of Neosho

A crash involving two vehicles on U.S. 60 west of Neosho left one person with minor injuries, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Get help finding the official report and a free case review. The collision occurred at 6:45 p.m. on November 8, 2026, about 4.5 miles west of...

Neosho, MO · 1d

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Woman Charged In Vandalism Spree Targeting Amish – Buggy Was Stolen & Pushed Off Bridge (Missouri)

This is a bizarre case out of Missouri with some nasty, dangerous things done to destroy Amish-owned property, including a buggy – and possibly a home. A woman in Lawrence County, Missouri has been charged in a vandalism case that started with a stolen Amish buggy pushed off a bridge into a creek, and that investigators say also involved a house that burned to the ground.

Lawrence County, MO · 1d

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House fire in Duenweg: Arson investigation

DUENWEG, Mo. (KOAM/KJFX) — Just after 3 a.m. early Saturday morning, November 7, 2026, reports of a house fire at Rogers and Robin St alerted E-911.

Duenweg, MO · 2d

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Juvenile Driver Injured in Single-Vehicle Crash East of Mt Vernon

A juvenile driver suffered minor injuries in a single-vehicle crash on Road 1170, about two miles east of Mt Vernon, according to a Missouri State Highway Patrol online crash report. The crash occurred the afternoon of Nov. 8, 2026, at approximately 3:15 p.m. Involved in this crash, or know someone...

Lawrence County, MO · 1d

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Carthage football’s season ends in triple-overtime thriller against Republic

Carthage football's season ends with a 7-4 overall record following a narrow loss against Republic tonight. The matchup saw four separate instances of a tie score, needing three overtime periods to decide the outcome. See more below.

Republic, MO · 2d

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This Old-School Missouri Drive-In Theater In Carthage Still Shows Movies Off Historic Route 66

Fireflies blink over a gravel lot while a giant screen glows right beside the old Mother Road. Folks lounge in truck beds, lawn chairs, and open trunks. The movie sound comes through your car radio. I like how simple the whole idea is. You buy a ticket, and many nights...

Carthage, MO · 2d

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An Ozarks hillbilly took on the American middle class. She had plenty to say

Ethel Reed Strainchamps' 1965 memoir chronicles her journey from rural Ozark poverty to becoming a journalist and scholar while questioning the social implications of class and language.

Polk County, MO · 2d

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Macadoodles fundraiser benefits Carthage Humane Society

Macdoodles Beer Wine & Spirits hosted its annual wine tasting event, directing silent auction proceeds to the Carthage Humane Society instead of its long-time recipient, the Joplin Humane Society.

Joplin, MO · 22h

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Webb City church hosts 77th annual turkey dinner

A Webb City church spends its afternoon providing meals to community members as part of a time-honored tradition.

Webb City, MO · 1d

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Missouri Southern football seals the deal against Central Oklahoma in last home game of season

The Lions defeated the Bronchos to secure their third consecutive MIAA win for the first time since 1997. HIGHLIGHTS:

Joplin, MO · 2d

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2026-27 Winter Preview: Carthage Boys Basketball

In his 14th year coaching at Carthage, Nathan Morris never could have guessed his coaching career would unfold how it has when he first moved to southwest Missouri. He’s happy to be entering his seventh season as the Tigers’ head coach and rank third among longest-tenured boys basketball coaches in the COC.

Carthage, MO · 1d

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How two Joplin veterans found love at Whiteman AFB

For some with a background in military service, Veterans' Day can be a family affair. Often, there are dads, brothers, grandparents and uncles who served. And for two local veterans - it was also where they met the love of their life.

Joplin, MO · 2h

This Charming Small-Town Kitchen In Missouri Serves Comfort Food That Rivals Grandma’s Very Best

Some restaurants make you feel like a customer, and some make you feel like you just walked into someone’s home for Sunday dinner. Aurora Family Restaurant in Aurora, Missouri, is firmly in the second category. There’s something quietly wonderful about a place that doesn’t try too hard.

Aurora, MO · 19h

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Warm Through Wednesday, Cold Front Arrives Thursday

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Joplin, MO · 15h

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Capitol Watch midterm election

Joplin, MO · 20h

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Sulphur Springs’ Hammons grabs 1st sack in Missouri Southern win

JOPLIN, Mo. (KLTV) - Former Sulphur Springs Wildcat Riley Hammons recorded his first sack of the season in Missouri Southern’s 23-14 win over Central Oklahoma on Saturday. The senior has 69 total tackles this season. Hammons finished with 7 tackles. In the first quarter, Hammons sacked Central Oklahoma quarterback...

Joplin, MO · 2d

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