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Final Joplin Memorial Run honors tornado victims with special tribute
JOPLIN, Mo. — Emotions were running high in downtown Joplin this morning, as today marks the ending of an annual race. The 13th annual Joplin Memorial Run got underway at 6:30 am today beginning at the Cornell Complex, with what will be the last time the race will ever be held.
Rotary Club awards scholarships to area graduates
WEBB CITY, Mo. — An area civic group helps some incoming freshmen get a head start on paying for college. The Webb City and Carl Junction Rotary Club hands out at least two thousand dollars worth of scholarships each spring to graduates from both high schools. Those four young...
Ledford Construction & Development
Ledford Construction & Development is a well-established residential builder in the Joplin area, proudly serving the community for over three decades. Founded by the Ledford brothers, James and Lance, who were raised with a strong foundation in the construction industry, the company boasts a rich family history of building homes and commercial projects in the local area.
Operation BBQ Relief Made It Their Mission To Give Back To Victims And First Responders
After a devastating tornado hit Joplin, Missouri, in 2011, barbecue hobbyist Stan Hays got fellow cooks together to serve meals to victims and first responders. That act of love grew into Operation BBQ Relief, which has served millions of meals
National EMS week celebrates local heroes in the 4-states
(KOAM) -- This week marks the 50th anniversary of the first National EMS Week and organizations around the 4-States is thanking local emergency medical service employees. "We honor those who came before us, especially those who challenged the status quo and raised the bar for all of us," - EMSWeek.org.
13 years later: Remembering the Joplin tornado
JOPLIN, Mo. — 13 years ago today marks the anniversary of the most devastating tornado in U.S. history. The EF-5 tornado took a direct hit on Joplin at 5:41 p.m. on Sunday, May 22, 2011. The tornado caused 161 casualties and 1,000 injuries making it the deadliest tornado on record. In addition to the death […]
Joplin Humane Society celebrates successful adoption weekend
JOPLIN, Mo. — A busy weekend has wrapped up for the Joplin Humane Society. Their Dog Days of Summer Adopt-a-thon concluded today. Shelter officials say as of 3:00 p.m., 26 cats and 24 dogs were adopted out over the last three days. They say this year’s event brought a...
GMFS Boys & Girls Club + Union Station Deli!
Jamie Hund with the Boys & Girls Club of SWMO, and Jennifer Johnson from Union Station Deli stopped by this morning to tell Bubba all about how they’re teaming up to help our community! This event is special for both places as a good portion of all proceeds today are going directly to help fund the Boys & Girls Club! With fundraisers like these, they help the club provide all kinds of services for area children like meals, daycare, activities and much more! Also, you’ll get to eat some delicious food and support a fantastic local business too! Head on down to Union Station Deli, grab a bite, and support our area Boys & Girls Club until 2 pm. For more information, head to https://www.facebook.com/events/2592133374302051/?ref=newsfeed.
Joplin City Council reviews plans for nearly $375M ‘Prospect Village’ development
JOPLIN, Mo. — Joplin City Council members, tonight, were presented with new information about a proposed nearly $375-million development project. “Prospect Village”, whose plans were made public last week would be the largest financial project in the history of the City of Joplin. It would add new shopping,...
KGCS-TV off-air due to technical difficulties
JOPLIN, Mo. — KGCS-TV, the campus television station at Missouri Southern State University, is currently off the air due to an equipment failure. IT department crews are working on a solution to the problem. The Joplin City Council meeting will be live streamed on the city’s website here.
Carthage councilwoman publicly confronts resident who asked for her resignation
CARTHAGE, Mo. — A public confrontation involving Carthage City Councilmember, Jana Schramm was caught on camera outside Carthage City Hall following a city council meeting. The argument stemmed from what took place during the council meeting. Speaking during the public comments portion of the meeting, former Carthage councilmember, T.J. Teed asked for the resignation of councilmember Schramm and fellow councilmember, Tiffany Cossey.
Joplin High School science program gets boost from American Water Charitable Foundation
JOPLIN, Mo. — The science program at Joplin High School is getting $5,000 from the American Water Charitable Foundation. The money will help fund future projects. The program has utilized grant dollars in the past to pay for equipment, but it’s all gone, which means this is pretty timely.
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