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Joplin Schools Superintendent Kerry Sachetta resigns, effective after 2026–27 school year

JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) - Joplin Schools Superintendent Kerry Sachetta has submitted his resignation, effective at the end of the 2026–27 school year.

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Dirt is moving at Joplin’s Prospect Village development

JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM/KJFX) — Dirt is moving at the Prospect Village site in Joplin along the east side of Geneva Ave in the 2200 block.

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Joplin tenants ordered to vacate Zahn Apartments by Nov. 30

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Joplin Thanksgiving meals, deals, and more

Skip the Thanksgiving prep! Cracker Barrel, Denny's, and Golden Corral offer festive meals for dine-in or easy takeout.

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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.

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Tenants of downtown Joplin apartment ordered to vacate due to safety risks

Residents of a downtown Joplin apartment building are being forced to move after city officials determined the property poses a serious safety risk.

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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.

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Jerry Fisher, 24-year City Council member has died

Jerry Fisher, a 24-year member of the Webb City Council has died. Mayor Lynn Ragsdale made that announcement on Tuesday, Nov. 10. “It is with a heavy heart that I have to announce that our friend and leader on the City Council, Jerry Fisher, went to his heavenly home this morning. We will miss him greatly and count it a bountiful blessing to have served with him and to know him. Jerry was a fixture in our city and in many ways provided a sense of groundedness for us.

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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.

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Baxter Springs mother says school PTO shut her out; district disputes claim

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Show Me Reptile Show returns to Joplin Expo Nov. 28-29

JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) - The Show Me Reptile Show will return to the Joplin Expo on Nov. 28-29 for its final event of the 2026 season.

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Expert advice on managing thinning, brittle bones

Strong bones can be a challenge for many patients. Often, bones become brittle as you age - prompting the need for calcium, lifestyle changes and even medication.

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Diamond High School’s Taelyn Reeder, Brayden Wright sign NLI

Diamond's Taelyn Reeder and Brayden Wright are heading to the next level! Reeder signed with Washburn softball while Wright signed with Ottawa baseball on National Signing Day! Hear from the signees below.

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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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Trio of Webb City athletes put pen to paper on National Signing Day

Not one, not two, but THREE Webb City Cardinals signed their respective National Letter of Intent this afternoon. Louden Bolinger - Iowa State track & field Mason Young - MSSU baseball Zoey Ward - Crowder Esports Hear from each athlete below.

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Liberty Christmas Elves brings holiday cheer to older residents

JOPLIN (KOAM) -- For 40 years, Liberty’s Christmas Elves program has helped ensure that older residents in Southwest Missouri have a happy holiday season.

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The Mother Road celebrates its official birthday

After nearly a year of celebrations, Wednesday marks the official birthday of The Mother Road.

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One year after the last U.S. penny was minted, local businesses are starting to see shortage effects

CARTHAGE, Mo. (KOAM) — One year after the U.S. Mint produced its last penny on November 12, 2025, the coin remains legal tender, but local businesses are starting to feel its absence.

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Cardinals trio solidifies commitments for collegiate athletics

Louden Bollinger signs with the Iowa State track and field team, Mason Young joins his brother, Andrew, on the MSSU baseball squad and Zoey Ward continues her Esports career at Crowder.