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Preservation commissioner says brick street rule was misunderstood

FORT SCOTT — A member of Fort Scott’s Historic Preservation & Resource Commission says a percentage rule in the city’s brick street policy, discussed at the Oct. 20 City Commission meeting, does not apply to existing brick streets. “The 30% or 35% does not apply to an...

Fort Scott, KS · 1d

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County’s computer contractor wants $95 an hour to search records; one resident’s request shows the cost

FORT SCOTT — Bourbon County commissioners on Monday will take up a question that affects anyone who asks the county for public records: who pays when the county’s computer contractor has to search county email?. Stronghold Data of Joplin, Mo., which runs the county’s computer systems, says those...

Bourbon County, KS · 1d

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Picher, Oklahoma incorporated in 1918 as a mining town whose ore made bullets in both world wars; a buyout that cost about $46 million emptied it, and the town was dis-incorporated in 2009

Children once sledded down mountains of mining waste in a town that supplied metal for two wars, until the ground beneath it gave way and residents were bought out.

Picher, OK · 10d

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Senior center in Stockton, Mo., to close by end of month

CEDAR COUNTY, Mo. (KY3) -The Korth Senior Center in Stockton will close Nov. 25, with the last in-person meal service on Nov. 24, the center announced Saturday. Two boards oversee the center. A building board owns and maintains the building. A senior center board handles fundraising and community engagement. The...

Stockton, MO · 1d

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City celebrates 16 employees for milestone years of service

On Tuesday, the City of Pittsburg celebrated 16 employees who dedicated a combined total of 315 years of service to the city and community. The staff were also recognized by the League of Kansas Municipalities. Their years of service were shared across the state of Kansas. Municipal Court Judge Frederick...

Pittsburg, KS · 7h

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Street improvements project update: E Atkinson Ave.

Starting on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, contractors will begin mill and paving operations on East Atkinson Ave, from South Rouse to Free Kings Hwy. During working hours, this segment will be closed to through traffic and restricted to local traffic only. The milling and paving operations should be complete by the end of the day on Thursday, Nov. 12.

Pittsburg, KS · 10h

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Water Distribution System to be Flushed

The City of Chanute Water Department will be conducting a free chlorine flush of its water distribution system. The flush will begin on November 12th and will last approximately 30 days. Possible Noticeable Effects:. It Is important to understand that during this temporary change there may be some discoloration or...

Chanute, KS · 1d

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Joplin tenants ordered to vacate Zahn Apartments by Nov. 30

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Joplin, MO · 1d

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This Underrated Missouri City Is Where Gen Z Can Actually Afford Their First Dream Home

Nobody hands you a map to the good life anymore, but if they did, there’s a solid chance it would have a pin dropped right on Joplin, Missouri. This city in the southwest corner of the state has quietly become one of the most compelling places in America for Gen Z buyers who are done watching their homeownership dreams get priced out of existence.

Joplin, MO · 7d

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Joplin school leaders question Missouri's new A-F grades ahead of December release

JOPLIN, Mo. – Joplin Public Schools leaders say Missouri's new A-F school grades, created under an executive order Gov. Mike Kehoe signed in January 2026, will not give parents and residents the full picture of how schools perform. The state plans to release the grades in December based on the 2024-2025 school year.

Joplin, MO · 5h

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Academic evaluation pending for Joplin schools

Joplin, MO · 3h

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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 · 1d

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Webb City considers data center regulations as residents weigh concerns

WEBB CITY, MO. - (KOAM) - The city of Webb City is open to studying regulations for data center development, city officials said, as residents raise questions about a possible facility near homes in Joplin.

Webb City, MO · 1d

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Missouri grants Ozark Center $1.46 million for new treatment center

The Missouri Department of Social Services awards Ozark Center $1.46 million.

Joplin, MO · 1d

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Veterans honored in new downtown Carthage banner project

During Veterans Day week, the Carthage Historic Preservation Committee is shining a light on those who served.

Carthage, MO · 1d

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Hundreds gather for Joplin Veterans Day parade

Local veterans and community members continue a tradition that's brought people together for nearly four decades.

Joplin, MO · 3d

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