Highway Patrol Arrests May 4-6

Brandy A. Eastes, 35, Bolivar, Indiana felony warrants

Arthur D. Caudle, 57, Goodson, Polk County warrant for failure to appear on failure to register a motor vehicle

Joshua J. Richie, 49, Cassville, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, felony possession of a controlled substance- alprazolam, felony possession of a controlled substance- Suboxone, Barry County misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while revoked or suspended, failure to maintain financial responsibility

 

Agenda posted for Joplin Sports Authority Board meeting

 

Liberty Celebration, JOMO Jammin' Music Festival planned in Joplin

(From Connect2Culture)

Connect2Culture (C2C) announces the return of two annual Joplin entertainment staples that will take place outside on the Leggett & Platt Green at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex (212 West 7thStreet, Joplin, MO 64801).

Liberty Celebration!

Saturday, June 27 | 8:00pm (gates open 7:00pm)

Liberty Celebration! is Connect2Culture’s annual patriotic performance on the last Saturday before the Fourth of July. Designed to ignite excitement and pride ahead of Independence Day, this event brings the community together through music, celebration, and a shared love for our country. Made possible by Liberty Utilities, this year’s event features the nationally touring Will Holiday’s GRAND OL’ AMERICANA SHOW, along with food trucks, lawn games, and a fireworks finale.

This event is free and open to the public. C2C lawn chairs will be available to rent for $5 (plus fees), and guests are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs.

More Info: https://www.connect2culture.org/liberty-celebration

Liberty Celebration! is made possible by Liberty Utilities.

JOMO Jammin' Music Festival

Friday, July 24 & Saturday, July 25 | 7:00pm (gates open 6:00pm)

Connect2Culture’s JOMO Jammin’ Music Festival launched in 2021 to celebrate the incredible local and regional musical talent in our area. Now a vibrant two-day event, the festival features three bands each night and is designed to be fun and engaging for the entire community. In an effort to boost community involvement and excitement, most of the performing bands are selected by public vote, giving attendees a direct role in shaping the experience. JOMO Jammin’ brings people together for live music, connection, and local flavor in the heart of Joplin.

Day 1 (7/24/26)

7:00pm - Isaac Kenneth Band (Seymour, MO)

8:00pm - Covington Creek (Russellville, AR)

9:00pm - Hunter Hathcoat (Ellington, MO)

Day 2 (7/25/26)

7:00pm - The Swallowtails (Kansas City, MO)

8:00pm - stepmom (Oklahoma City, OK)

9:00pm - The Hips (Springfield, MO)

Tickets: $10 per day (plus fees) | $15 two-day pass (plus fees)

C2C lawn chairs will be available to rent for $5 (plus fees), and guests are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs.

More Info: https://www.connect2culture.org/jomo-jammin

JOMO Jammin’ Music Festival is made possible by Freeman Health System.

Both of these performances will be held outside on the Leggett & Platt Green at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex.

Important: No outside food, drinks, or pets permitted.

Expect lane reductions, delays on I-44 at Prigmor Avenue in Joplin

(From MoDOT)

TRAFFIC ALERT: Expect Lane Reductions, Delays on I-44 at Exit 13 in Joplin May 11-15

Where: I-44 at Prigmor Avenue (Exit 13) in Joplin

When: 9 p.m.-5 a.m., Monday-Friday, May 11-15

What: Contractor crews inspecting retaining walls

Traffic Impacts

East- and westbound I-44 traffic reduced to one lane where crews are working

Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching work zones

No signed detours

Drivers urged to find alternate routes

Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts

Weather and/or construction delays could alter the work schedule.

Highway Patrol Arrests May 2-4

William E. Kupchanko, 55, Rockaway Beach, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia

Henry A. Iriarte Martinez, 24, Springfield, speeding, no valid license

Richard A. Bowers, 59, Springfield, Greene County felony warrant for deceptive business, Cole County misdemeanor warrant for passing a bad check, Springfield Police Department misdemeanor warrant for traffic offense

Daniel R. Lear, 49, Rockaway Beach, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine

Thomas A. James, 52, Marionville, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway

Robert J. Pippink 80, Marionville, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway, failed to yield to emergency vehicle, failed to properly affix plates

Alvarado H. Wilson Blademar, 28, Carterville, driving while intoxicated, no valid license

Karl D. Edwards, 45, St. Louis, felony driving while revoked, speeding, no insurance

Justin R. Boughner, 34, Washburn, driving while intoxicated

Ronnie L. Scott, 19, Joplin, driving while intoxicated (drugs)

Braiden J. Hardy, 20, Marshfield, driving while intoxicated, minor visibly intoxicated, speeding

George W. Wheeler, 21, Lamar, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway, speeding

Scout M. Badders, 30, Alesander, Arkansas, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway

Matthew B. Winton, 33, Springfield, Springfield Police Department misdemeanor warrant for stealing

Antonio G. Davis, 43, Springfield, felony driving while intoxicated, felony no license, failed to drive on right half of roadway, no valid plates

Tyler T. Dawson, 18, Monett, driving while intoxicated

Larry D. White, 61, Springfield, driving while intoxicated

 

Driver's examination stations to close for holidays

(From the Missouri State Highway Patrol)

The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on the following dates:

Friday, May 8, 2026, in observance of Harry S. Truman’s birthday.

Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Newton County Marriage Licenses

Maxwell Fred, 23, Neosho, and Martina Stephen, 24, Neosho

Emmanuel Abisai Corado, 20, Neosho, and Halee Grace Dodson, 18, Neosho

Logan James Barwick, 21, Joplin, and Faith Felicita Estep, 19, Joplin

Anthony Ryan Adams, 37, Neosho, and Erica Dawn DeBoard, 33, Neosho

Fernando Martin Alday, 43, Joplin, and Christina Elizabeth Chesley, 42, Joplin

Mario Figueroa-Munoz, 27, Neosho, and Katrina Marie Sovine, 23, Neosho

John Gabriel Reed, 52, Anderson, Rebecca Leanne Carter, 35, Goodman

Madison Mae McDonald, 21, Washburn, and Cameron Thomas Scott, 21, Garfield, Arkansas

Shadd Zachary Perry, 35, Miami, Oklahoma, and Patience Chelsie Bell Cruz, 29, Miami, Oklahoma