Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Shaneika R. Cantrell vs. Rusty R. Cantrell 

Nicholas A. Bushart vs. Callie L. Bushart

Anna M. Wallace vs. Michael L. Wallace

Richard Pippin vs. Katina Pippin

Greyson O. Rogers vs. Brooke A. Rogers

Deborah L. Aubrey vs. William K. Aubrey

Brianna G. Myers vs. Tristen L. Myers

Kristi D. Trout vs. Jeremy L. Trout

Sarah A. Gerstner vs. Brady A. Gerstner

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Joplin

Jasper County

Alyson M. Ryan

Joshua Denham Guerrero and Jamie Elizabeth Guerrero

Michael Jesse Ryan Eberenz

Hernan Luna Vargas

Jonathon Ray Cain

Mark Allen Evilsizor and Jodi Leigh Evilsizor

Suzanna M'Lee Alt

Newton County

Beth Ann Godat

Stone County

Amanda Rose Teig

Vernon County

Tammy L. Pugh 

Exclusive premiere of Truman documentary planned at Plaza Theater in Lamar

 (From the Barton County Chamber of Commerce)

We are excited to announce along with the Harry S Truman Birthplace State Historic Site and the Plaza Theater -- An Exclusive Early Premiere of Kansas City PBS: Winning the War: Harry, Ike & the Fight for Democracy.

The screening will take place at 3:15 PM at the Plaza Theater, May 10th and is FREE to attend following the Truman Day celebration.

Check out the trailer - https://www.kansascitypbs.org/local-shows/winning-the-war/






As the world marks the 80th anniversary of the Allied victory in World War II, this new documentary examines the lives and leadership of two monumental figures — Harry S. Truman of Independence, Missouri, and Dwight D. Eisenhower of Abilene, Kansas — whose actions during the war helped shape the future of the globe and the preservation of democracy itself.

Learn More about Truman Day:
https://www.bartoncounty.com/truman-day/

Neosho man arrested, meth, guns seized

(From the Newton County Sheriff's Office)

On April 30, 2025, the Newton County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant just east of Highway 60 and Palm Rd, Neosho, Missouri. The warrant stemmed from an investigation conducted by the Newton and Jasper County Sheriff’s Offices. Detective Pike with the Newton County Sheriff's Office received information of possible stolen property at the address on Highway 60.

Detectives with the Newton County Sheriff's Office located property that had been stolen from Liberty Utilities in Jasper County, Missouri in March 2025. Additionally, detectives located suspected methamphetamine and firearms inside the residence. Detectives seized approximately 250 grams of methamphetamine along with six firearms.

Cody Dean Winsett, 38, of Neosho was arrested for Stealing, Trafficking Drugs, and unlawful use of a weapon. Winsett was transported to the Newton County Jail and charges have been submitted to the Newton County Prosecutor for review.

This is the 8th search warrant that has been served by the Newton County Sheriff’s Office this year. The Newton County Sheriff’s Office and its partner agencies are committed to combating illegal drug activity in our communities. 

The Newton County Sheriff’s Office encourages anyone with information about illegal drugs in our communities to call 417-451-8333 or submit an anonymous tip on our website.
https://www.nc-so.org/tip.html

Sheriff Matt Stewart

Joplin, Webb City residents injured in collision on 66

Three people were injured in a two-vehicle accident 4:25 p.m. Wednesday on MO 66 two miles west of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2013 Honda Odyssey driven by a 35-year-old Webb City woman pulled into the path of a 2009 GMC Sierra driven by a 44-year-old Joplin man.

The Webb City woman was treated for serious injuries at Mercy Joplin.

The Joplin man and a passenger in his vehicle, a 46-year-old Joplin woman, were treated for moderate injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Highway Patrol Arrests April 30-May 1

Jamie L. Green, 55, Bentonville, Arkansas, driving while intoxicated (drugs), no valid license

 Carl W. Veteto, 51, Huntsville, Arkansas, misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on domestic assault, no seat belt

Marie M. Veteto, 52, Rogers, Arkansas, misdemeanor failure to appear for assault

Jasmnia Havic, 41, St. Louis, felony leaving the scene of a crash, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving

Javoon T. Lewis, 29, Indianapolis, Indiana, felony possession of a controlled substance- percocet

Curtis Nelson, 27, Indianapolis, Indiana, felony possession of a controlled substance- percocet

Free LEGO swap Saturday at Joplin History and Mineral Museum

(From the City of Joplin)

Come out and enjoy a LEGO Swap and Shop this Saturday, May 3, at The Joplin History and Mineral Museum. The event is free and will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The event will include vendor booths offering a variety of Lego items and fun opportunities for the public to engage with LEGO activities. Guests will also have a chance to meet Tim Hutchings from LEGO Masters Season 4, get autographs and photos, and view mosaics by Josh Judy and historic replica builds by Cole Edmonson.

During the swap and shop, unique items will be available for sale or swap. These include various sets, individual educational sets for elementary students (math and physical science) and LEGO graduate keychains, which would make nice gifts.

The Lego Swap and Shop is raising funds to create an audiovisual room at the museum to allow guests wo view documentaries about Joplin history created by local high school students, as well as other Joplin videos.

The museum is currently hosting an online auction featuring two unopened Lego employee sets, which were previously exclusive holiday gifts for Lego employees. The items include a 2017 nutcracker set and a 2020 “Star Wars” anniversary X-wing fighter set. The auction runs through 1 p.m. Saturday and can be found online at joplin-museum.org.