Friday, July 24, 2026
Jasper County Marriage Licenses
Warren Allen White, 56, Joplin, and Nicole Marie Stewart, 42, Joplin
Ty Landyn Donham, 28, Carl Junction, and Savanna Brooke Dishman, 22, Carl Junction
Christopher Warren Impson, 35, Carterville, and Lisa Marie Duree, 36, Carterville
Cory August Hirdler, 44, Joplin, and Jeanie Hackworth, 44, Joplin
Eric Dale Jackson, 44, Oronogo, and Amanda Lynn Bird, 44, Independence, Kansas
Mylas Clifton Derfelt, 23, Joplin, and Sydney Jean Gaines, 22, Joplin
Wesley Scott Eckols, 37, Carterville, and Emily Patricia Blanchard, 34, Webb City
Hunter Ryan Chapman, 23, Neck City, and Gracie Ann Cole, 22, Webb City
Zachary Lee Mundhenke, 21, Franklin, Kansas, and Lindsy Miranda Hawkins, 27, Franklin, Kansas
Wallace Melvin Blalock, 78, Cleburne, Texas, and Geneva Diann Miller, 79, Joplin
Adam S. Arberry, 39, Neosho, and Moria Diane Brenneman, 40, Neosho
Miguel Angel Hernandez Aguilar, 26, Carthage, and Nancy Petrona Chonay Ortiz, 26, Carthage
Colter Clinton Joseph Jones, 36, Webb City, and Traci Lynn Chenoweth, 37, Webb City
Keaton Kade Elijah McClintock, 25, Reeds, and Jessica Erin Long, 24, Reeds
Aldo Payran Del Angel, 32, Springfield, and Cristina Hernandez Baruch, 35, Springfield
Joshua Lynn Stebens, 19, Joplin, and Zoe Eve Schwark, 19, Joplin
Justin Gregory Ryan Udulutch, 37, Joplin, and Callie Ann Baron, 36, Joplin
City of Joplin accepting applications for Lead Hazard Reduction Program
(From the City of Joplin)The City of Joplin is now accepting applications for a new Lead Hazard Reduction Program, known as “Lead Safe Joplin”, which is designed to help eligible owner-applicants identify and control lead-based paint hazards in qualifying homes within Joplin city limits.
The City of Joplin is launching the program in partnership with Economic Security Corporation of Southwest Area (ESC), which is administering the program, to reduce lead-based paint hazards in homes and improve health outcomes for families throughout the community.
Qualifying homeowners should apply now, with lead hazard control work anticipated to begin in late Summer 2026 following application review, lead inspections, contractor procurement, and final project planning.
Protecting Families and Strengthening Neighborhoods
Lead exposure is entirely preventable, and this program will make a direct, meaningful difference for families across Joplin. By partnering with the Economic Security Corporation, the program can reach more households, remove more hazards, and ensure safer, healthier homes for residents.
What the Program Offers
Eligible homeowners may receive FREE services including:Lead-based paint inspections and risk assessments
Paint stabilization and hazard removal
Soil remediation where needed
Clearance testing upon project completion
Temporary relocation assistance, if required during construction
Free lead testing for children under 6 at the Jasper County Health Department
All services are performed by licensed lead professionals under strict HUD and EPA guidelines.
The Program Is Open To:
Owner-occupied homes built before 1978 in the city limits of Joplin
Households with children under six or pregnant residents receive priority
Income guidelines and property eligibility requirements apply.
Who Should Apply
A household may be a strong candidate when the applicant owns and lives in a single-family home within Joplin city limits, the household meets current income requirements, and a child under 6 or a pregnant person lives in or spends significant time in the home. Final eligibility depends on current program policy, household and property review, inspection findings, program priorities, available funding and required approvals.
How To Apply
Residents can begin the application process immediately by:Complete the online application at:
https://www.joplinmo.org/1290/20254/Lead-Safe-Joplin
Or get a paper application at:The 4th floor of Joplin City Hall (602 S. Main St.)
The Economic Security Corporation main office (302 S. Joplin Ave.)
Or contact Program Coordinator, Loni Smith, at:Email: lsmith1@joplinmo.org
Or get a paper application at:The 4th floor of Joplin City Hall (602 S. Main St.)
The Economic Security Corporation main office (302 S. Joplin Ave.)
Or contact Program Coordinator, Loni Smith, at:Email: lsmith1@joplinmo.org
Seeking Lead-Certified Contractors
The City is also seeking qualified contractors and firms certified in lead remediation work. Contractors must be both an EPA-certified lead remediator and Missouri DHSS certified.
Links to training and certification programs are available on the program website: https://www.joplinmo.org/1290/20254/Lead-Safe-Joplin
Lead-Safe Steps Residents Can Take Now
Many homes built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. Deteriorated paint, friction surfaces such as windows and doors and renovation that disturbs lead-based paint can create lead dust. Young children and pregnant people are especially vulnerable to the effects of lead exposure.Keep painted surfaces in good condition and address peeling, chipping or cracking paint promptly.
Use damp or wet cleaning methods to control dust on floors, windowsills or other horizontal surfaces.
Wash children’s hands and toys often, especially before meals.
Do not dry sand, or scrape suspected lead-based paint.
Before performing work that may disturb paint, in pre-1978 housing, use a properly qualified firm and confirm which EPA lead safe requirements apply.
Ask a healthcare provider or Jasper County Health Department about blood lead testing.
A Major Investment in Community Health
The program is funded by a $3.15 million dollar Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration grant awarded by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes, together with a $350,000 City match, for a total program budget of $3.5 million. The program will provide no‑cost lead inspections, risk assessments, and lead hazard control work for qualifying homes and families, prioritizing households with children under six or pregnant residents, who face the greatest risk of lead exposure.
Troy Bolander, Director of Planning & Development for the City of Joplin, said, “This program is a major step in ensuring homes in Joplin are safe and healthy. Removing lead hazards not only protects children today but prevents long-term developmental and health impacts. This $3.5 million dollar program means we can provide FREE services up to $75,000 to about 85 low-income families and improve the quality of our housing stock.”
Loni Smith, Project Coordinator for the City of Joplin Community Development Division, said, “This program is going to help reduce lead poisoning in our community. It’s really the last and most tedious part of a long story of lead remediation for Joplin. This grant allows us to go house by house, making them lead-safe; minimizing the danger for kids who are most susceptible to lead paint and soil contamination. The City is excited to partner with ESC to administer the program and we encourage residents in homes built before 1978 to apply for this assistance.”
Curtis Scott, Program Manager with ESC said, “Safe housing is foundational to family well-being. Economic Security Corporation is honored to collaborate with the City of Joplin and other community partners through the lead hazard reduction program to protect children, improve housing conditions, and build healthier neighborhoods.”
Barton County Marriage Licenses
Highway Patrol Arrests July 23-24
Jeremy T. Davis, 45, Galena, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, felony possession of a firearm (two counts), driving while intoxicated (drugs), driving while intoxicated (alcohol), no motorcycle endorsement, no registration, no insurance
Kylie R. Miranda, 21, Wardsville, driving while intoxicated
Kayla A. Gonzales, 22, Springfield, driving while intoxicated, speeding
Daniel M. Giles, 19, Branson, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway
Larry L. Miller, 56, Sparta, driving while intoxicated, failed to stop for stop sign, failed to yield
Newton County Sheriff's Office Arrests
07/23/2026 0010 CHRISTOPHER PAUL HOUSE
21173 Mink Dr
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64850
WM 43
700 WORNALL RD/WALNUT DR 531.50
2 FTA NPD STEALING 215.320
1 FTA NPD ASSAULT 215.120
07/23/2026 0058 ROMLUS M IOANIS
19810 Kodiak Rd Lot 8
NEOSHO, MO 64850
AM 54
20000 GATEWAY DR/HIGHWAY AA 0.00
1 `DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 1ST OFFENSE
07/23/2026 0241 ZANE MICHAEL ANDERSON
8290 Westview Rd
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64850
WM 45
10499 NORWAY RD/HERON DR 0.00
1 `DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 2ND OR 3RD OFFENSE
07/23/2026 1305 IAN SHAWN MOORE
1900 Parma Ln
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64840
WM 47
405 5 250.00
1 `DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 1ST OFFENSE
2 `OWNER OPERATE MV WITHOUT MAINTAINING FIN. RESPONS.-1ST OFF
3 `DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 1ST OFFENSE
4 `OWNER OPERATE MV WITHOUT MAINTAINING FIN. RESPONS.-1ST OFF
07/23/2026 26001406
1735 LOUNAE LAVELL SANCHEZ
WF 28
11319- A25 HIGHWAY FF 0.00
11319 Highway Ff, A25
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64804
1 TAMPERING WITH MOTOR VEHICLE 2ND DEGREE
2 RESISTING OR INTERFERING WITH ARREST/DETENTION/STOP
07/23/2026 2023 MELANIE JEAN BLACKBURN
201 Lohman Ave
MIAMI, OK 74354
WF 37
3517 CHERRY RD 500.00
1 JPD TRAFFIC OFFENSE
07/23/2026 2049 SCOTTIE NUNEZ
289 Spring Street
STARK CITY, MO 64866
WM 29
1 SPRING ST/HIGHWAY EE 0.00
1 UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
3 FAILURE TO MAINTAIN PROOF WITH DOR -FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
4 DISPLAYED OR POSSESSED MV/TRAILER PLATES OF ANOTHER PERSON
5 `DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 1ST OFFENSE
2 DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED / REVOKED FTA MONET PD
6 FAIL TO REGISTER VEHICLE FTA MONET PD
7 `OPERATE M/V OWNED BY ANOTHER W/O FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY M
07/23/2026 2334 CHELSI DAWN GREENE
300 High St
ANDERSON, MO 64831
WF 33
HWY 86/RAVEN RD 0.00
1 JOPLIN PD NO INSURANCE
2 `DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 1ST OFFENSE
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