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West Quincy Street in Pittsburg expected to close for construction work

PITTSBURG, Kan. (KOAM) -- The City of Pittsburg is warning residents of a road closure starting Friday, November 13.

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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.

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Tree Removal Project: S. Elm & S Locust

Starting on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, a contractor will begin the removal of trees in the right of ways. The contractor will begin at E. Cleveland and S. Elm and continue to work North to 4th Street. Over the next couple of weeks, the contractor will be working on both S. Elm and S. Locust in these areas.

Pittsburg, KS · 22h

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Portion of Main Street in Joplin closed due to water line work

JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) -- Portions of Main Street in Joplin are expected to be closed overnight on Thursday.

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Drivers, residents give feedback on potential improvements along US 60 & US 65

GREENE COUNTY, Mo. — On Tuesday evening, people in Greene County had the chance to give feedback on a major transportation study, which could bring improvements to two busy corridors. A public meeting was held at Courageous Church in Rogersville to learn more about the U.S. 60/US 65 PEL Study, a regional transportation access & […]

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New traffic delays planned for Joplin’s 7th Street

The Missouri Department of Transportation is laying out the next round of work on 7th Street in Joplin.

Joplin, MO · 8d

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Route 66 work in Joplin continues; Florida Avenue closed

JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) - A project to improve pavement, sidewalks, traffic signals and safety along Missouri Route 66, also known as Seventh Street, is underway in Joplin.

Joplin, MO · 8d

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Midtown Streetscaping Project to Begin Nov. 3

The Main Street Streetscaping project is set to begin Tuesday, Nov. 3, and drivers who utilize Main should be aware of a series of scheduled lane closures. Initially, work will start with the section of Main Street going from 15th to 12th Streets on the east side of the roadway. Traffic within this section will be limited to one lane in each direction and will be shifted to the west side of the roadway with signage and channelizing devices.

Joplin, MO · 10d

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NAACP offers rides to voters in Joplin area

One organization is providing community members rides to the polls.

Joplin, MO · 9d

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Route 43 Spring River Bridge project on track following fatal motor crash

JASPER COUNTY, Mo. (KOAM) - The Route 43 and Spring River Bridge is on target to be completed by December 1, 2026, MoDOT confirms.

Jasper County, MO · 13d

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Main Street streetscaping project to bring lane closures starting Nov. 3

JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) - The first phase of a $5.3 million Main Street streetscaping project is scheduled to begin Tuesday, Nov. 3, with lane closures between 12th and 15th streets.

Joplin, MO · 13d

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Wake Up Recap: Bus stop safety concerns; Streetscaping project in Joplin

(KOAM) -- Joplin parents share concerns about wait times at the bus stop, and details about a pavement project set to happen on Main Street in Joplin.

Joplin, MO · 15d

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Joplin parents call for solutions as school bus delays grow

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Cherokee County residents push for smoother roads as officials cite budget limits

CHEROKEE COUNTY, Kan. - (KOAM) - Cherokee County residents packed the county courthouse to discuss ongoing concerns about road conditions. Residents say the county's road graders have not kept roads smooth enough. County officials say repairs come down to money, materials and manpower.

Cherokee County, KS · 16d

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Major project complete: West 20th St reopens

JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM/KJFX) — The City of Joplin, Jasper County, and the Joplin Special Road District celebrated the official reopening of West 20th Street Friday, October 23, 2026, with a ribbon-cutting.

Joplin, MO · 19d

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Heated debate over Joplin parking garage rehab plans

JOPLIN, Mo. — The future of a parking garage rehabilitation project in Joplin was the focus of what was, at times, a heated public meeting Thursday evening at City Hall. It’s a parking lot at 6th and Virginia. It was built in the 1960’s and parts have deteriorated. The back ramp up to it near Main Street was closed a number of years ago. The plan is to put the project out to bid the middle of next month.

Joplin, MO · 20d

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Heated debate over Joplin parking garage rehab plans

A public meeting was held in Joplin to discuss the rehabilitation of a parking garage at 6th and Virginia, a project that is scheduled to go out to bid next month.

Joplin, MO · 20d

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MoDOT issues warning for ramp closures in Newton County paving project

NEWTON COUNTY, Mo. (KOAM) -- The Missouri Department of Transportation is warning motorists of two ramp closures due to a paving project.

Newton County, MO · 21d

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Joplin to build bike trail under future I-44 bridge

Joplin city leaders approved nearly four million dollars to begin constructing a bike trail under a future Interstate 44 bridge as part of preparations for the national BR51 bike route.

Joplin, MO · 21d

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