Thursday, July 31, 2014

Vaccination clinics scheduled in August

(From the Joplin Health Department)

Select vaccines are being made available at scheduled clinics in the month of August. These immunizations are for residents of Joplin, or for students enrolled in Joplin public, private, and higher education schools. The vaccines available at no cost are Tdap, meningencoccal, and HPV for those 11-26 years of age.

These special vaccination clinics are scheduled Wednesday, August 6; Friday, August 15; Wednesday, August 20; and Monday, August 25. Vaccinations may also be given to qualified residents on a walk-in first come-first serve basis on those days. You may call anytime to schedule an appointment during our regularly scheduled (Tuesday and Thursday) immunization clinics if another day is more convenient.

Other vaccines are also available for students according to state guidelines for Medicaid, uninsured, and underinsured Joplin residents.

Immunizations will be given in the upper level entrance (West side) of the Joplin City Health Department, 321 E. Fourth Street. Please bring your immunization record to the clinic with you!

Please call the Joplin City Health Department for more information at (417) 623-6122.

Community leaders provide survey for input

(From the City of Joplin)

Community leaders have developed a general citizens’ survey to gauge the public’s ideas and opinions about several areas concerning Joplin and the future of our city. The survey can be completed electronically by clicking on the link at the end of this news release, or citizens may complete a hard copy of the survey at the Joplin Public Library. The survey is open to all citizens, regardless of residency.

The survey is a product of a work session held earlier this summer when the governing boards and executive leadership of the City of Joplin, Joplin Schools, Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and Missouri Southern State University met to begin developing a vision for the future of Joplin. The daylong meeting held much discussion regarding rebuilding, development, ongoing projects, long-range goals and the overall future of Joplin.

The group developed five central goals or "themes," with each "theme" encompassing more specific goals related to the primary topic. The leadership is seeking the community’s perception of these areas and requested a survey to be conducted to gauge the public’s interests and priorities of these issues. With the survey findings, a clearer focus on the future of Joplin can be established.

The opening of the survey asks citizens to participate with the following statement:

“As a member of the Joplin community, your opinion matters, and Joplin area leadership wants to hear from you! Attached is a survey to learn more about what is important to you regarding the Joplin area. This survey is meant to gauge how the public feels about various themes and specific goals.

Please take a few minutes to complete this survey to provide feedback. The survey will be available until August 24.

After tabulating the results, this information will be shared with Joplin area leadership, as well as the public as Joplin moves forward with a brighter vision. Joplin leadership values your views and wants to include the public's thoughts into a thorough plan for our future.”

To complete the community survey....

Farmers' Market to relocate to Memorial Hall parking lot for this week

(From the City of Joplin)

Due to an event in Ewert Park this weekend, Joplin Farmers Market will not be held in its usual location. Instead, several vendors will move to the Joplin Memorial Hall parking lot on Thursday from 4:30 – 7 p.m. and on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This week’s market will include fresh produce offering tomatoes, cantaloupe, peppers, cucumbers and green beans. Not all of the vendors will at the market this week.
City officials say the Farmers Market will resume its normal operations at Ewert Park next week.
Information about Joplin Farmers Market can also be found on Facebook at facebook.com/Joplin Farmers Market 2014.
There is no fee this year to be a vendor in the Joplin Farmers Market, and interested parties may contact Paul Bloomberg in the Joplin Parks and Recreation office at 417-625-4750.

Joplin Police Department DWI Arrests, July 30-31

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Shannon D. Clevenger, 41, Joplin
Robert G. DeBusk Jr., 36, Joplin

Donor wall to be dedicated today at MSSU

(From Southern News Service)

A dedication ceremony for the Southern Lantern Society’s recently completed donor wall will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 31, in Billingsly Student Center’s Connor Ballroom.

“The design is meant to be a living history of the donors to Missouri Southern,” said Delores Honey, director of donor relations. “It’s our way of honoring them in an ongoing way.”

The donor wall – located in the hallway outside of the ballroom – will be updated each year to reflect the current amount that donors have given to the university.

“It also includes a TV screen that will show videos about the donors and the scholarships and funds they’re supporting,” she said.

The custom tile mural was created by Images in Tile, a Joplin-based company that is the leading manufacturer of tile murals using ceramic, porcelain, stone and glass tile. Sam Sturgis, president and director of sales and marketing for the company, graduated from Missouri Southern in 2006 with a degree in marketing management. Graphic designer Jon White graduated in 2008 with a marketing degree.

Joplin Parks and Recreation releases survey results

(From the City of Joplin)

Earlier in the year, Joplin Parks and Recreation launched two surveys to ascertain the public’s thoughts of the department’s services. The first survey was a Community Attitude and Interest Survey, and the second survey was for users of Schifferdecker Golf Course.

The Community Attitude and Interest Survey ran through May, June and July of 2014. The survey’s objective was to establish priorities for future improvements to our parks and recreation facilities, programs and services. Offered through both written and electronic methods, the survey was designed to obtain statistically valid results from households throughout the City of Joplin area based on the available resources.

Staff set a goal to obtain 600 completed surveys. In the end, the Parks department received 466 completed surveys with a 95% confidence level, with a precision of at least +/- 4.5 percentage. City staff has taken note that respondents expressed a high need for more indoor recreation amenities. Survey respondents also placed a high or very high priority on the importance of City officials concentrating on the maintenance of parks, trails and recreation facilities.

The survey results can be found on the City of Joplin website by clicking on the link at the end of this story. If individuals have questions or comments concerning the survey, please contact Scott Garrie, Assistant Director of Joplin Parks and Recreation, at 417-624-6937.

To review the Parks & Rec's survey findings...

Two Joplin residents injured in crash on Highway 86

Two Joplin residents were injured in a two-vehicle crash 3:55 p.m. Wednesday on Highway 86, one mile south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2014 Toyota Prius driven by Alisha D England, 24, Neosho, attempting to make a left turn, pulled into the path of a 2005 Ford Expedition driven by Christopher D. Beaver, 43, Joplin.

Two passengers in the England vehicle, Boston Matthew, no age given, and Hadley Moore, 6, both of Joplin were taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, Matthew with minor injuries and Moore with moderate injuries.

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Joplin Parks and Rec surveying Schifferdecker golfers

(From Joplin Parks and Recreation)

Earlier in the year, Joplin Parks and Recreation launched a survey to learn how golfers perceive the Schifferdecker Golf Course. The Schifferdecker Golf Course survey is still in the collection phase and Parks staff encourages users of the golf course to submit their input by completing the questionnaire.

The survey is available by clicking on the link at the end of this story. A link to the survey is also on the Schifferdecker Golf Course webpage. In addition, golfers can take the survey at the Schifferdecker Course clubhouse by filling out a printed copy or taking the survey online.

This survey is administered online by the National Golf Foundation as part of their GolfSat program. The survey been used to gather customer feedback from over 565,000 golfers at more than 840 courses nationwide. It is one of the few surveys to offer performance benchmarks which allow City staff to compare customer satisfaction at Schifferdecker Golf Course with customer satisfaction at similar golf courses.

If individuals have questions or comments concerning the survey, please contact Scott Garrie, Assistant Director of Joplin Parks and Recreation, at 417-624-6937.

To take Schifferdecker Golf Course survey...

St. Louis Avenue closing to begin Monday

(From the City of Joplin)

Starting Monday, August 4, 2014, from 7 am to 7pm, St. Louis Avenue will be closed between 8th Street and Campbell Parkway. Crews will be working on the City’s Overlay Project.
Drivers are urged to use extreme caution and be aware of traffic flow changes and delays in this area. If you have any questions, please call the Engineering Department at 624-0820, ext. 530.

Joplin Islamic Center reopens

A report from KSN News

Residents react to announcement of second Wal-Mart neighborhood store

A report from KOAM News KOAM TV 7

Second lane of 171/43 Roundabout to open Thursday

(From MODOT)

Second Lane of Route 171/43 Roundabout
To OPEN During Daytime Hours Thursday, July 31
 
MoDOT Traffic Alert
Airport Drive - Contractor crews expect to OPEN the second lane of the new Route 171/43 roundabout on Thursday, July 31. Today, crews are applying permanent lane striping on the roundabout.
Traffic Impacts:
  • Narrowed driving lanes
  • Use caution when traveling through the roundabout
Project Background:
  • Build two-lane roundabout at Route 171/Route 43 intersection in Airport Drive
  • Widen Route 171 to five-lanes (two lanes in each direction with a center turn lane) between Route 43 to just east of Fir Road
  • Prime Contractor: APAC, Springfield
  • Completion Date: August 28, 2014
  • Construction Cost: $2.6 million

Joplin teen injured in two-vehicle collision on I-44

A Joplin teen was injured in a two-vehicle accident 5:35 p.m. Tuesday on eastbound I-44 seven miles west of Republic.

According to the Highway Patrol, a 1995 Chevrolet Lumina driven by Danielle S. Youngblood, 18, Joplin, slowed to make a left turn in an emergency-only turnaround when it was struck in the rear by a 2011 Freightliner driven by Stephen J. Button, 22, Eagleville. The Youngblood car continued off the left side of the roadway and struck a median barrier.

Youngblood was taken to Mercy Hospital, Springfield, with moderate injuries.

JFD responds to garage fire at 3315 S. Delaware

(From the Joplin Fire Department)

The Joplin Fire Department responded to a reported garage fire at 3316 S Delaware Ave at 4:00 AM, Wednesday, 30 July, 2014. Fire crews arrived on the scene at 4:04 AM to find a 1 a/2 story residential structure with light smoke showing from the garage area. The residents were using a garden hose to apply water on the SW corner of the residence. Crews extinguished burning wall materials along the garage wall. The fire was declared under control at 4:36 AM.

All occupants had escaped the structure by the time the firefighters had arrived. Crews remained on scene until 6:03 AM.

Five fire units and 12 Firefighters responded to the scene, as well as JPD and METS. There were no injuries to responders or civilians.
 
The house is owned by Edwin Ryes.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

One injured in accident near Fidelity

An O'Fallon man was injured in a one-car accident 8:45 p.m. Tuesday on I-44, four miles east of Fidelity.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2000 Ford Escort driven by James J. Zwyers, 23, O'Fallon, traveled off the left side of the roadway and overturned.

Zwyers was taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with moderate injuries.

Joplin Police Department DWI Arrests, July 29-30

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Steven Alexander Ruiz, 32, Joplin
Elizabeth Renee Ackerson, 32, Joplin

Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Northpark Mall owner issues quarterly report

(From CBL and Associates)

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. (NYSE:CBL):
  • FFO per diluted share, as adjusted, was $0.55 for the second quarter of 2014 compared with $0.55 for the prior-year period.
  • Average gross rent per square foot for stabilized mall leases signed in the second quarter of 2014 increased 11.7% over the prior gross rent per square foot.
  • Total portfolio occupancy increased 50 basis points to 93.5% in the second quarter of 2014 over the prior-year period.
  • Same-store sales per square foot increased 1.1% for reporting stabilized mall tenants 10,000-square-feet or less during the second quarter 2014 compared with the prior-year period.
CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. (NYSE:CBL) announced results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2014. A description of each non-GAAP financial measure and the related reconciliation to the comparable GAAP measure is located at the end of this news release.

Joplin Police Department receives advanced accreditation

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The Joplin Police Department is pleased to announce that it has received the Advanced Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. In April 2014 a team of CALEA assessors came to the Joplin Police Department to conduct an on-site assessment of the police department. The assessors spent three days at the police department looking over policies as well as spending time riding and interacting with officers. The assessors also spoke with members of the public about the police department.

The lead assessor during this on-site was Chief Bruce Robertson from the Centerville, OH Police Department. In the final report that was prepared by Chief Robertson, he stated, “Under the leadership of Chief Jason Burns and plans and programs that he has developed and nurtured, along with the help and support of his staff and all employees, the Joplin Police Department is on a solid footing. The employees of the agency are reflective of a professional attitude and a high sense of service to the community.”

On July 26, 2014 Chief Jason Burns and Lt. Matt Stewart traveled to Schaumburg, IL to go before the commissioners of CALEA and the Joplin Police Department was awarded Advanced Accreditation. This is the third time that the Joplin Police Department has been accredited through CALEA.

Chief Jason Burns states, “This award is a direct reflection of the hard work, dedication, and professionalism of the police officers and employees that work for our agency.”
Becoming accredited through CALEA is a voluntary process that requires agencies to meet a total of 482 standards. The Joplin Police Department first became accredited in 2008.

Citizens Police Academy applications available

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The Joplin Police Department is proud to announce the upcoming fall session of the Citizens Police Academy. The Citizens Police Academy is an exciting 12 week program hosted by the police department. This program targets people in our area who want to learn more about the Joplin Police Department. Offered FREE of charge, this hands-on, interactive, behind-the-scenes program is taught by experienced police officers, who share their unique perspective on law enforcement. The classes will be held every Thursday evening starting August 21st from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The CPA will conclude on November 13th with a graduation ceremony and dinner. The classes will be held at various locations throughout the City. The class size will be limited to approximately 25 participants.

Topics covered will include: crime scene investigations, narcotics investigations, child abuse investigations, traffic crash investigations, vehicle stops, SWAT operations and equipment, use of force tactics, building clearing, DWI enforcement, and an introduction to the K9 unit. After the class has been completed, a graduation ceremony is held to recognize each participant.

Interested persons are encouraged to contact Officer Lacey Baxter of the Special Enforcement Bureau of the Joplin Police Department at lbaxter@joplinmo.org or at (417) 627-8880. An application can be viewed and printed from JPD’s website, www.joplinmo.org, under the Events tab. An application can also be obtained at the front desk of the Joplin Police Department at 303 E. 3rd Street, in Joplin.

Application
To apply for the Citizens Police Academy via the online application, view the Citizens Police Academy Application in Adobe PDF format then mail or fax your completed form to:
Joplin Police Department
Special Enforcement Bureau
115 E. 34th St.
Joplin, MO 64804
Fax: (417) 627-8882

Couple injured in accident on I-44

A Columbus, Ohio, couple were injured in a motorcycle accident 8:53 p.m. Monday on I-44 six miles west of Sarcoxie.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2013 Harley Davidson driven by Maurice L. Cox, 44, was in the passing lane when a tractor-trailer changed lanes forcing the motorcycle off the roadway into the median. The motorcycle struck the median cable and both the driver and a passenger, Tina W. Cox, 43, were ejected.

Maurice Cox, who had minor injuries, refused treatment. Tina Cox was treated for serious injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 28-29

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Brandon D. Leach, 28, Pineville
Jayne E. Petitfils, 42, Buffalo
Jeremiah B. Simpson, 31, Eagle Rock

Monday, July 28, 2014

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 27-28

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated;

Boone L. Debates, 29, Warsaw
Michael A. Perry, 37, Webb City

Joplin Police Department Weekend DWI Arrests

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Taylor Jayne Thompson, 22, Milton, Florida
Keya S. Cunningham, 34, Granby
Crystal Diane Bell, 33, Duquesne (DUI, drugs)
Nicholas Marque Brown, 22, Joplin

Sunday, July 27, 2014

Wrong-way 92-year-old driver causes double-fatality accident on I-49

A 92-year-old woman traveling the wrong direction caused a double-fatality accident 1:32 p.m. today on I-49, one mile north of Sheldon.

According to the Highway Patrol, a 1999 Buick Century driven by Dorothy T. Cross, 92, Sheldon, was traveling northbound in the southbound lane of the interstate and struck a 2001 Mercury Grand Marquis driven by Douglas M. Young, 57, Mullen, Nebraska, head-on.

Both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene by Vernon County Deputy Coroner Thomas Hieber.

Three passengers in the Young car, Marie L. Young, 56, Tricia J. Young, 21, and Daniel J. Young, 15, were taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with serious injuries.

The fatalities were the 56th and 57th this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.

Carthage man, Lamar woman injured in motorcycle accident

Two people were injured in a motorcycle accident 7:01 p.m. Saturday on Index Road east of Old 66 three miles west of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2002 Suzuki motorcycle driven by James M. Horine, 38, Carthage, failed to negotiate a curve and ran off the road ejecting Horine and a passenger, Kristin L. Pugh, 33, Lamar.

Horine suffered moderate injuries and Pugh serious injuries. Both were taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Joplin, Carthage women airlifted to Freeman following accident near Avilla

Two women were airlifted to Freeman West Hospital with serious injuries following a one-vehicle accident 8:07 p.m. Saturday on MO 37, six miles north of Avilla.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt driven by Martha DeLeon Solis, 20, Carthage, failed to negotiate a curve, ran off the right side of the road, struck an embnakment and overturned, ejecting the driver.

Solis and a passenger, Mayeli A. Silvas, 19, Joplin, were injured in the accident.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 26-27

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

David M. Jackowski, 32, Bolivar
Kyle E. Boggs, 19, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Micheal A. Stubblefield, 27, Eldridge (boating while intoxicated)
Preston M. Sampson, 22, Racine
Dustin S. Cranfill, 43, Joplin

Saturday, July 26, 2014

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 25-26

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested, the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Miracle D. Cooney, 29, Aurora
Ashley D. Dillinger, 22, Lebanon
Susan L. Bilyeu, 54, Ozark (DUI, drugs)
Mark R. Coffey, 37, Liberty, boating while intoxicated
Jason C. Mencl, 22, Pierce City
Jes E. Simpson, 17, Springfield
Harley D. Perry, 34, El Dorado Springs
Gary A. Braun, 64, Osceola
Robert E. Gorman, 54, Springdale, Arkansas

Seneca teen injured in accident near Tiff City

A Seneca teen was injured in a one-vehicle accident 6:20 a.m. Friday on MO 43 two miles south of Tiff City.

According to the Highway Patrol, a 2002 Chevrolet pickup driven by Aaron L. Russell, 18, Seneca, ran off the left side of the roadway and struck at tree.

Russell was taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with moderate injuries.

Two women injured in crash near Neosho

Two people were injured in an accident 2:40 p.m. Friday on MO 86, two miles east of Neosho.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Ford Taurus driven by Dana Zarazua, 21, Neosho, was stopped for a mail carrier when it was struck from behind by a 2013 Kia Soul driven by Joy M. Laurie, 48, Granby.

Zarazua was treated for minor injuries and Laurie for moderate injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Friday, July 25, 2014

Video- Newsmakers interview with Joplin Public Library Director Jacque Gage

MODOT provides update on 171/43 roundabout

(From MODOT)

Route 171/Route 43 Roundabout Construction
Update for Week of July 28, 2014
 
Work scheduled:
  • Applying permanent lane stripes (weather permitting)
  • Roundabout scheduled to open to two lanes by Wednesday morning (pending permanent lane striping)
  • Building concrete islands
  • Landscaping the center of the roundabout
  • Installing overhead sign trusses at night
  • Applying grass seed and mulch
  • Cleaning up in areas
Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule.
Traffic Impacts:
  • Lane closing possible at times
  • At least one lane open in each direction at all times

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests July 23-24

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Billie J. Elmore, 33, Joplin
Joseph E. Gerling, 60, Nevada
Perry J. Hatfield, 40, Pineville

Joplin Police Department DWI Arrests, July 23-24

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Danny Leroy Vanderpool, 58, Joplin
Michelle Lynn Person, 48, Joplin
Keisha Marie Pugh, 24, Joplin
Hayden Miles Kaiser, 23, Joplin
Christopher Daniel Fox, 31, Jasper

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Granby woman injured in minivan accident

A Granby woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident 12:50 p.m. Tuesday on MO 86, three miles east of Wheaton.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2006 Chrysler Town and Country Minivan, driven by Ginger D. Perkins, 55, Granby, attempted to avoid another vehicle that was crowding the center lane and ran off the right side of the road, striking a road sign and overturning.

Perkins was treated for minor injuries at Cox Hospital, Monett.

Carthage man injured in accident on E. 50th

A Carthage man was injured in an accident 5:35 p.m. Tuesday on E. 50th Street, one half mile east of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1997 Honda VT1100 driven by Dale W. Johnson, 36, failed to negotiate a curve and struck a concrete traffic island.

Johnson was taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with serious injuries.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 22-23

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Aaron O. Courtney, 41, Neosho
Mark C. Davey, 47, Webb City

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Joplin Police Department DWI Arrests, July 21-22

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

William John Sullivan, 50, Pittsburg, Kansas
Echo Leigh Mills, 37, Airport Village
Troy Eugene Sneed, 37, Carl Junction

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 21-22

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Brandyn T. Esseny, 23, Blue Eye
Monte J. Cummins, 55, Harrisonville

Sunday, July 20, 2014

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 19-20

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Jesse D. Moore, 26, Joplin
Aaron D. Corum, 40, Miami, Oklahoma
Seth D. Hamilton, 34, Ozark
Shawn P. O'Brate, 20, Lenexa, Kansas
Brian S. Massey, 25, Highland, Illinois
Larry D. Martin, 48, Crane
Davey P. Briggs, 53, Joplin

Agenda provided for Monday Joplin City Council meeting

2.                  Roll Call

3.                  Presentations
                                                           
4.                  Finalization of Consent Agenda

5.                  Reports and Communications

6.                  Citizen Requests and Petitions   
1. Tom Walters, 508 S. Sergeant, requests to address council regarding progress of temporary skate park until construction is completed of the new facility.

7.                  Public Hearings

8.                  Consent Agenda
         1. Minutes of the July 7, 2014 Council Meeting

2. COUNCIL BILL NO.  2014-260 - AN ORDINANCE amending Ordinance No. 2004-256, passed by theCouncil of the City of Joplin, Missouri, November 15, 2004, by removing from District R-1 and including in District C-0 property as described below and located south of 32nd Street between Central City Road and John Duffy Drive in the City of Joplin, Jasper and Newton Counties, Missouri.


3. COUNCIL BILL NO.  2014-261 - AN ORDINANCE amending Ordinance No. 2004-256, passed by the Council of the City of Joplin, Missouri, November 15, 2004, by removing from District M-2 and including in District C-3 property as described below and located at 3215 East 20th Street in the City of Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri.

4. COUNCIL BILL NO.  2014-408 - AN ORDINANCE authorizing the City of Joplin to amend an Agreement with St. Bernard Project dba Rebuild Joplin (Rebuild Joplin) to provide additional funding in the amount not to exceed Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000.00) to provide administrative services related to Joplin Homeowner Rehabilitation Program through the 2012 Community Development Block Grant- Disaster Recovery fund, authorizing the City Manager to execute said Agreement for the City.

5. COUNCIL BILL NO. 2014-509 - AN ORDINANCE  approving the delivery of not to exceed  $2,100,000 principal amount of the City of Joplin, Missouri Certificates of Participation, Series 2014, for the purpose of providing funds to finance the costs of capital projects for the City; and authorizing certain other actions in connection with the delivery of the certificates.

6. COUNCIL BILL NO. 2014-510 - AN ORDINANCE approving the Hope Valley Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment Plan, establishing a redevelopment area, and designating Hope Valley Development Group, Inc., as the developer of Redevelopment Project I.

2.                  Resolutions
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2014-014 - A RESOLUTION recognizing Mitch Randles upon his retirement from active service as the Fire Chief within the City of Joplin Fire Department.

3.                  Ordinances – Emergency
1. COUNCIL BILL NO.  2014-019 - AN ORDINANCE approving a Tax Increment Financing Funding Agreement by and between RKS Development, LLC, the Tax Increment Financing Commission of Joplin, Missouri, and the City of Joplin, Missouri; authorizing the Mayor to execute said Agreement on behalf of the City of Joplin; and containing an emergency clause.

2. COUNCIL BILL NO. 2014-152 - AN ORDINANCE approving an agreement with Tri-State EngineeringInc. in the amount of Thirty Five Thousand One Hundred Thirty Five and no/100 ($35,135.00) for project management and relocation assistance services, as part of the Voluntary Flood Buyout Project; and, containing an emergency clause.
           
3. COUNCIL BILL NO. 2014-512 - AN ORDINANCE approving the transfer of property interests in the 1717 Market Place Tax Increment Financing Plan Redevelopment Area; and containing an emergency clause.

4. COUNCIL BILL NO. 2014-513 AN ORDINANCE approving an Agreement to Transfer Repayment Rights by and between the City of Joplin and WBB, LLC for the 1717 Market Place Tax Increment Financing Plan; authorizing the City Manager to execute said Agreement by and on behalf of the City of Joplin; and containing an emergency clause.

11.    Ordinances – First Reading
1. COUNCIL BILL NO. 2014-154 - AN ORDINANCE authorizing an Application to the Missouri Department of Transportation for state funds to be used for operating assistance for the Metro Area PublicTransit System.

12.    Ordinances – Second Reading and Third Reading
1. AMENDED COUNCIL BILL NO.  2014-262 - AN ORDINANCE amending Ordinance No. 2004-256, passed by the Council of the City of Joplin, Missouri, November 15, 2004, by removing from District R-2 and including in District C-3-PD property as described below and located between Second and Fourth Streets and High and Comingo Avenues in the City of Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri.

13.    Unfinished Business
    
14.    New Business
  

Saturday, July 19, 2014

Jasper man cited for DWI following injury accident

A Jasper man was charged with driving while intoxicated following a one-car accident 9:10 p.m. Friday on County Road 138 five miles north of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Ford Focus driven by Clayton N. Gerard, 30, Jasper, failed to negotiate a curve, ran off the roadway, struck several rocks, and overturned.

Gerard was treated at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, for minor injuries.


Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 18-19

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Keisha N. McCracken, 30, Anderson
Robert A. Sloniker, 31, Carthage
Robert C. Davis, 30, Branson
Cameron D. Moore, 32, Marshfield
Clayton N. Gerard, 30, Jasper
Steven R. Love-Archibeque, 27, Springfield

Friday, July 18, 2014

Joplin teens injured in accident near Boonville

Two Joplin teens were injured in a one-vehicle accident 5:21 a.m. today on 1-70 westbound at the 107.6 mile marker in Cooper County.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Chevrolet Impala driven by Savanna S. Stripling, 17, traveled off the left side of the roadway, struck a median cable, overturned and came to rest facing east in the eastbound passing lane.

Stripling and a passenger, Gabriel Barber, 13, Joplin, were treated at Cooper County Memorial Hospital, Boonville, for minor injuries.

Carthage woman injured in one-vehicle accident

A Carthage woman was injured in a one-car accident 12:40 p.m. today on Knoll Road, two miles north of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2002 Buick Lesabre driven by Debra A. Gipson, 54, ran off the left side of the roadway and struck a tree.

Gipson was treated at Mercy McCune-Brooks Hospital, Carthage, for moderate injuries.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests July 17-18

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Derek J. Brown, 21, Mountain Grove
Diana B. Mayton, 46, Buffalo

Joplin Police Department DWI Arrests, July 16-18

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Steven Allan Velizer, 57 Wildwood
Richard L. Logan, 33, Joplin
Kylee M. Eyerman, 21, Joplin

Joplin Homebuyers Assistance Program relocates

(From the City of Joplin)

The Joplin Homebuyers Assistance Program (J-HAP) has been implemented to assist homebuyers with down payments and closing costs, as well as to help homeowners build equity in their homes. Funding assistance for this program is being provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, through a Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) award, which was received as a result of the May 22, 2011 tornado.

Effective as of July 21, 2014, the J-HAP office now has a new location at 519 South Main Street, Joplin Mo. The J-HAP Program office phone number will remain the same, 417-850-2249.

Officially launched on August 10, 2013, J-HAP has since received an extremely positive response, with over $ 3,149,295 million dollars in J-HAP assistance awarded to date. A summary of the applicant response to J-HAP can be found below.

MODOT provides update on 171/43 roundabout construction

(From MODOT)

Route 171/Route 43 Roundabout Construction
Update for Week of July 21, 2014
 
Based on MoDOT's ongoing traffic studies, the single-lane configuration is handling traffic well. In order to reduce driver confusion and improve safety, the intersection will remain in its current one-lane configuration until the week of July 28. This will allow contractor crews time to apply permanent lane striping before opening the second lane.
Work scheduled:
  • Lay asphalt at night
  • Build center island
  • Install road signs
  • Shape slopes along drainage ditches
Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule.
Traffic Impacts:
  • Traffic traveling through one-lane roundabout
  • At least one lane open in each direction at all times
  Project Background:
  • Build two-lane roundabout at Route 171/Route 43 intersection in Airport Drive
  • Widen Route 171 to five-lanes (two lanes in each direction with a center turn lane) between Route 43 to just east of Fir Road
  • Prime Contractor: APAC, Springfield
  • Completion Date: August 28, 2014
  • Construction Cost: $2.6 million

Free wood chip giveaway today and tomorrow

(From the City of Joplin)

The City of Joplin will resume its free wood chip giveaways on Friday, July 18 and Saturday, July 19. The City will load wood chips from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., weather permitting.
Bring a truck or trailer to the wood chip site, and City employees will use heavy equipment to load the wood chips for you. THIS FREE EVENT IS OPEN TO EVERYONE, REGARDLESS OF RESIDENCY. The wood chip site is located at 1702 North Schifferdecker Avenue, 6/10 (six tenths) of a mile north of the intersection of Belle Center Road, commonly known as Snow Ball Hill between Zora and Belle Center. Look for the sign and turn onto the driveway on the west side of Schifferdecker Avenue.
The chips are derived from many different trees that came down in the December 2013 ice storm. They are then mixed together during the grinding process.
The City will also open the tree limb drop-off site for free tree limb and brush drop-off on Saturday, July 19. The hours will be 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. This free drop-off service is for Joplin residents only and has no load limits. Please bring identification. Commercial contractors will not be allowed to drop off tree limbs. Leaves, grass clippings, trash, etc. will not be accepted.
The tree-limb drop-off site is also located at 1702 North Schifferdecker Avenue. This is a service for Joplin residents, and commercial haulers will not be allowed to drop off tree limbs.
For more information, call the Joplin Recycling Coordinator at 417-624-0820, ext. 501.

Thursday, July 17, 2014

Webb City Bright Futures collecting school supplies

A report from KSN News

Preparations underway for fall semester at MSSU

A report from KODE's Gretchen Bolander

Opinions differ on new 43/171 roundabout

A report from KODE News

Sales tax increase coming for Northpark Mall customers

A report from KODE's Bryan McCloone

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 16-17

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Carole L. Tatum-McComas, 50, Springfield
Stella A. Leap, 46, Green Forest, Arkansas
Tab J. Ogden, 28, Fredonia, Kansas

Two injured in two-vehicle accident near Carthage

Two people were injured in a two-vehicle accident 11:25 a.m. Wednesday on MO 96 one mile east of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Buick LeSabre driven by Debra K. Lester, 27, Carthage, was stopped in traffic when it was hit from behind by a 2007 Freightliner Columbia driven by Harold L. Boston, 45, Phillipsburg.

Lester and a passenger in her car, Beverly J. Maggard, 51, Webb City, were taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with minor injuries.

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

New Sunshine Lamp trolley to be on display at Third Thursday

(From the City of Joplin)

Citizens attending Third Thursday can jump aboard the new Sunshine Lamp Trolley to view the newest addition to the City’s public transportation system. The Trolley will be parked in the 600 block of Main Street to allow interested persons to take pictures of the vehicle, look over the interior of the Trolley and learn more about this service. It will be available from approximately 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The City recently retired the original 2007 Sunshine Lamp Trolley, replacing it with the newest modes of public transit of this kind. This new trolley replaces the original Sunshine Lamp Trolley which was placed into operation in July 2007. Since giving its ceremonial first ride along Main Street from the Joplin Public Library to the Newman Building, the retiring trolley traveled more than 198,000 miles and provided over 226,934 rides. It became a fixture on the “Blue Route” and served as a public ambassador for our trolley service to Joplin residents and out of town visitors driving along Range Line Road, 7th Street, MSSU, and Downtown Joplin.

Portion of 36th Street to close for culvert replacement

(From the City of Joplin)

36th Street from Main to Ruby Way will be closed starting Thursday, July 17, 2014 at 6:30 a.m. until Monday, July 21, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. City crews will need to close the area while they are doing culvert replacement in that area.
Detour routes will be in place.
Drivers are urged to use extreme caution in these areas and will need to utilize alternate routes during this period.

Information on sales tax issue mailed to Joplin residents

(From the City of Joplin)

Joplin voters will address the question of whether to renew a capital improvement sales tax dedicated to major road projects within the city at the upcoming August 5 election. Originally passed by voters in 2004, the 3/8-cent sales tax has generated more than $44 million in revenues allowing the City to complete 19 road projects in the past ten years. This revenue source will end on January 1, 2015.

Earlier in 2014, a citizens task force reviewed the past projects along with the ongoing needs for capital road improvements in Joplin, and recommended to the City Council to ask voters to renew the sales tax for another ten-year period. The task force reviewed 43 projects and prioritized the list to include 14 projects for the next 10 years. If passed, the capital improvement sales tax is projected to bring in approximately $46 million in revenues.

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Joplin man injured in motorcycle accident

A Joplin man was injured in a motorcycle accident 11:45 a.m. today on Route DD five miles south of Seneca.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Yamaha Motorcycle driven by Shawn D. Rosiere, 63, lost control on a curve and ran off the right side of the road.

Rosiere was treated at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, for moderate injuries.

JFD responds to house fire at 931 S. McKinley

(From the Joplin Fire Department)

The Joplin Fire Department responded to a reported house fire at 931 S McKinley Ave at 7:48 PM, Monday, 14 July, 2014. Fire crews arrived on the scene at 7:51 PM to find a structure fully involved on the exterior south side with extension into the attic. The fire had burned through the roof and self-vented. Crews placed water on the fire from the outside and extinguished it.
All occupants had escaped the structure by the time the firefighters had arrived. Crews remained on scene until 10:09 PM.

Six fire units and 16 Firefighters responded to the scene, as well as JPD and METS. There were no injuries to responders or civilians. The American Red Cross was called to assist the family.
The house is owned by Mike Forrest and occupied by Lynn Adams and children..
The cause of the fire has been ruled as incendiary. 

Video- The change to a roundabout at 171/43

Video and photos from Bob Foos of the Webb City Sentinel

Switch from standard intersection to roundabout at Airport Drive Village, Missouri from Bob Foos on Vimeo.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 14-15

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Darren M. Edens, 48, Wyandotte, Oklahoma
Elisha R. Field, 37, Golden
Zackary S. Kuhn, 35, Webb City

Monday, July 14, 2014

Neosho man injured in one-vehicle accident

A Neosho man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 2:30 p.m. Monday on Old Scenic Drive two miles north of Neosho.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu driven by Robert T. Bacon, 32, Neosho, ran off the roadway and struck a tree. Bacon received moderate injuries. The report does not indicate where he sought treatment.

Webb City man injured in accident on Schifferdecker

A Webb City man was injured in an accident 4:52 p.m. Monday on Schifferdecker Road one mile north of Joplin

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2004 Nissan Pathfinder driven by Zackary S. Kuhn, 35, ran off the right side of the roadway and hit a tree.

Kuhn was treated at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, for serious injuries.

Newsmakers: Joplin officials talk about sales tax renewal issue

Former KSN morning anchor leaves Atlanta job

Stefan Chase, a former co-anchor of KSN's Hometown Today broadcast, is leaving her current position as a traffic reporter at WGCL in Atlanta.

Chase has also been the host of the Better Mornings Atlanta program.


Joplin Police Department Weekend DWI Arrests

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Craig Thomas Whittington, 24, Joplin
Elena Rachelle Lott, 23, Webb City
Justin Wayne Gant, 34, Joplin
Cole Joseph McCombs, 29, Columbus, Kan.
Dallas Bradley Newman, 29, Jasper (DUI drugs)
Jason Christopher Scourten, 27, Leawood
Christina Lynette Hollis, 30, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Route 171/43 interchange to close tonight

(From MODOT)

Route 171/Route 43 Intersection CLOSED Briefly,
Switched to Roundabout Configuration
 
MoDOT Traffic Alert:
Where: Route 171/Route 43 intersection at Airport Drive (near Joplin)
When: 6:30 p.m., Monday, July 14, 2014
What: Intersection will CLOSE briefly tonight to allow crews to convert to roundabout.  Starting tonight, only one lane of the roundabout will be open.  However, crews will work to open the roundabout to two lanes by the end of the week.
During the closing, drivers are urged to find alternate routes around the area.
Traffic Impacts:
  • On Monday night, the Route 171/Route 43 intersection will be CLOSED briefly at 6:30 p.m.
  • Crews will work ‘round the clock
  • Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to find alternate routes if possible
Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule.

Seneca man injured in two-vehicle accident

A Seneca man was injured in a two-vehicle crash 2:44 p.m. Sunday on Iris Road two miles north of Seneca.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1984 Honda 300X ATV driven by Adam C. Tramell, 33, Seneca, failed to stop at a stop sign and was struck by a 1993 GMC Sierra driven by Donald J. Holder, 58, Seneca.

Tramell was treated at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, for moderate injuries.

Webb City man injured in deer-motorcycle collision

A Webb City man was injured when his motorcycle struck a deer 4:10 a.m. today on Apricot Drive, three miles west of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2006 Harley Davidson motorcycle driven by William L. North, 47, struck a deer that was standing in the road.

North was taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with moderate injuries.

Sunday, July 13, 2014

Neosho teen injured in accident near Joplin

A Neosho teen received minor injuries in an accident 11:39 a.m. Saturday on Goldfinch Road two miles south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1999 Honda Accord driven by Iola French, 67, Joplin, was pulling out of a private driveway when it was struck by a 2001 Chevrolet Lumina driven by Taylor P. Dragoo, 19, Neosho.

A passenger in the Dragoo vehicle, Marquise Gray, 18, was treated at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

One injured in accident on Junge Boulevard

A Baxter Springs, Kansas, man was injured in a one-car accident 4:05 p.m. Saturday on Junge Boulevard four miles west of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2013 Toyota Avalon driven by Frances Secrist, 76, ran off the right side of the roadway, struck a concrete culvert and overturned.

Secrist was treated at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, for moderate injuries.

Monett man charged with DWI, assault after injury accident

A Monett man has been charged with driving while intoxicated and two counts of vehicular assault following a one-car accident 2:03 a.m. today on Farm Road 1090 one mile south of Monett.

According to the Highway Patrol, a 2001 Ford Focus driven by Gabreiel V. Caballero, 29, ran off the roadway and struck a creek bed.

Two passengers in the car were injured. Angel Cardenas, 31, Monett, was taken to Cox South Hospital, Springfield, with serious injuries, while Jessie Cardenas, 11, Monett, was treated at Cox Hospital, Monett, for minor injuries.

Caballero was also cited for endangering the welfare of a child and careless and imprudent driving.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 12-13

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Alfonso B. Romero, 45, Cassville
Carla L. Hayes, 26, Cassville
Travis J. Happs, 34, Castle Rock, Colorado
Jerry E. Waters, 50, Republic
Gabriel V. Caballero, 29, Monett
Clay A. Richardson, 20, Marionville

Saturday, July 12, 2014

Granby man charged with DWI after accident near Neosho

A Granby man was charged with driving while intoxicated following a one-vehicle accident 10:38 p.m. Friday one mile east of Neosho.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2005 Nissan 3502 driven by Kirk D. Osburn, 35, failed to negotiate a curve, ran off the right side of the road and overturned.

Osburn received minor injuries, while a passenger, Eric M. Morris, 26, Granby, received moderate injuries. Both refused treatment, according to the Highway Patrol report.

In addition to DWI, Osburn was charged with careless and imprudent driving.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 11-12

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Misty L. Oppocher, 41, Branson West
Katherine A. Herman, 20, Pittsburg, Kansas
Kirk D. Osburn, 35, Granby
Ryan Heston, 32, Omaha, Nebraska (boating while intoxicated)

Friday, July 11, 2014

Joplin Police Department to have car seat check

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The Joplin Police Department along with the Alliance of Southwest Missouri will have a car seat check at 1027 S. Main across from the Gryphon Building. For more information, call 417-782-9899.

The check will be held from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Joplin Police arrests teens for recent burglary spree

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Joplin Police have arrested two subjects in a string of recent burglaries.
Austin C. Webb, age 18 of Joplin has been arrested in connection with a burglary at 2840 E. 17th St. Joplin, MO.
Jordan W. Jennings, age 18 of Duenweg has been arrested in connection with a burglary at 2312 S. Annie Baxter Ave. Joplin, MO.
Also, charges on both subjects have been submitted to the Jasper County Prosecutor’s Office for burglaries at:
• 2801 S. Wall Ave. Joplin, MO this one includes a motor vehicle theft
• 5014 E. Newman Road, Joplin, MO
• 1306 S. Monroe Ave.
• 509 S. Pearl Ave.
• 204 N. Jackson Ave. and
• Jordan Jennings was also arrested for a burglary at 2316 S. Maiden Lane, Joplin, MO
The investigation is continuing with the possibility of clearing more burglaries.
Contact Corporal Kyle Lathrop for further information at 417-623-3131 extension 670

House fire backs up traffic at 15th and Kansas

Traffic is backed up in the eastbound lanes  of 15th Street in Joplin due to a house fire at 15th and Kansas.

More information later.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 10-11

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Kylie D. Davenport, 18, Seneca
James P. Caldwell, 48, El Dorado Springs
Sandra K. Edwards, 64, Branson

Thursday, July 10, 2014

One injured in accident east of Carthage

One man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 6 p.m. today on Highway 96, one mile east of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt driven by David L. Branstetter, 48, Reeds, went off the left side of the roadway and struck a ditch.

Branstetter was treated at Mercy McCune-Brooks Hospital, Carthage, for minor injuries.

Two injured in two-vehicle accident near Duenweg

Two people were injured in a two-vehicle collision 11 a.m. today on MO 66 one mile east of Duenweg.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2006 Honda CFV driven by Jeanie F. Sullenger, 57, Webb City, failed to stop for a stop sign and hit a 1990 Grumman postal vehicle driven by Janice L. Kirk, 60, Joplin.

Both women were taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with minor injuries.

Joplin Police Department DWI Arrests July 9-10

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

David Joseph Riesenmy, 52, Joplin
Dustin James Graves Saucedo, 25, Diamond
Samantha Dawn Timbrook, 27, Joplin

MODOT offers 171/43 Roundabout update- Drivers urged to find alternate routes next week

(From MODOT)

Route 43/Route 171 Roundabout Construction
Update for Week of July 14, 2014
 
ONE LANE OF ROUNDABOUT SET TO OPEN AT 6:30 P.M. MONDAY NIGHT, JULY 14.  DRIVERS ARE URGED TO USE CAUTION WHEN NAVIGATING THE NEW TRAFFIC PATTERN AT ROUTE 171 AND ROUTE 43.
Contractor crews will CLOSE the intersection of Route 171/Route 43 briefly at 6:30 p.m. to make the final adjustments needed to convert the intersection.  During the closing, drivers are urged to find alternate routes around the area.
Work scheduled:
  • Configure for temporary single-lane roundabout Monday evening
  • Remove islands
  • Drop traffic signals
  • Install curbs and gutters
  • Pave shoulders and driveways
  • Lay asphalt
  • Stripe lanes
Traffic Impacts:
  • On Monday night, the Route 171/Route 43 intersection will be CLOSED briefly at 6:30 p.m.
  • Crews will work ‘round the clock
  • Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to find alternate routes if possible
Weather and/or construction delays will alter the work schedule.
Project Background:
  • Build two-lane roundabout at Route 171/Route 43 intersection in Airport Drive
  • Widen Route 171 to five-lanes (two lanes in each direction with a center turn lane) between Route 43 to just east of Fir Road
  • Prime Contractor: APAC, Springfield
  • Completion Date: August 28, 2014
  • Construction Cost: $2.6 million

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

MODOT: Things are going to get hairy at 43/171 Roundabout next week

A report from KOAM News KOAM TV 7 Joplin and Pittsburg

Charges dropped in 2012 Carthage murder

A report from KOAM News KOAM TV 7

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 8-9

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Seth E. Hampton, 22, Ozark
Erica N. Howard, 22, Kimberling City
Kimberly A. Miller, 55, Goodman

Joplin Police Department DWI Arrests, July 8-9

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Danielle Lindsey Feller, 29, Joplin
Crystal Rose Pate, 30, Jacksonville, Florida (DUI, drugs)

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Video- Newsmakers program focuses on Joplin Workshops

Joplin Health Department offering measles vaccinations

(From the Joplin Health Department)

The Joplin City Health Department will be offering measles vaccination at no cost to Missouri residents. There have been no confirmed cases in Joplin, although Missouri has had an increase in confirmed cases of measles.
The Department of Health and Senior Services Bureau of Communicable Disease Control and Prevention (DHSS) is recommending any person who has not been immunized and was born after 1957 to consider immunization. Please check your immunization records for the Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccine and contact the City of Joplin Health Department at 417-623-6122 if you have questions and/or to schedule an appointment.
Measles (also called rubeola, red measles, or hard measles) is a highly contagious virus and is a serious illness. Persons who remain unvaccinated put themselves and others in their community, particularly those who cannot be vaccinated, at risk for this disease and its complications. Currently, measles most often occurs in those who have never had measles or measles vaccine who are traveling into and out of the United States. Measles is transmitted person-to-person among close contacts when a person with measles coughs, sneezes, or breathes out tiny droplets with measles virus into the air and another person breathes them in. Transmission may also occur by handling or touching contaminated objects and then touching your eyes, nose, and/or mouth. Measles may be transmitted from 4 days before to 4 days after rash onset.
If you have been exposed to measles you should contact your healthcare provider if you develop cold-like symptoms with a fever and/or rash. Call before you go to the healthcare facility to prevent further spread.
For more information about measles, or to schedule a vaccination, please contact Jan Clark at the Joplin City Health Department: 417-623-6122.
For additional information about measles, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention web site at: http://www.cdc.gov/measles/index.html

Fayetteville man charged with DWI, assault after accident near Seneca

A Fayetteville, Arkansas man was charged with driving while intoxicated and felony vehicular assault following a one-vehicle accident at 12 a.m. today on Highway B, seven miles south of Seneca.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1998 Toyota Camry driven by John P. Warren, 50, went off the roadway and struck several trees and a fence.

Warren and a passenger, Scott P. Kyser, 48, Washington, Arkansas, were taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with moderate injuries.

Warren was also cited for no driver's license and careless and imprudent driving.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 7-8

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

 John P. Warren, 50, Fayetteville, Arkansas
 Garrison D. Pledger, 19, Branson
William M. Looney, 24, Auburn, Alabama

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Joplin Police Department DWI Arrests, July 7-8

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Ashley Marie Goodwin, 24, Webb City
Derek Scott Soelberg, 31, Highland, Utah

Injury crash closes northbound lanes of Rangeline at 11th

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On July 8, 2014 at approximately 6:43am the Joplin Police Department responded to the area of 11th and Rangeline for a report of an injury crash. The crash involved a motorcycle and a car. It appears that the motorcycle was going north bound on Rangeline and struck a car that was turning into McDonald’s. It appears that the motorcycle struck the vehicle as the vehicle was in the entrance of McDonald’s. The driver of the motorcycle has been transported by EMS to a local hospital with serious injuries.
Currently the northbound lanes of Rangeline at 11th are closed and are anticipated to be closed for the next two hours. The southbound lanes of traffic are open. MoDOT is on scene assisting with traffic. We are asking motorists to avoid the area if possible.
We will update this release whenever further information becomes available.

Monday, July 7, 2014

Preparations underway for Jasper County Youth Fair

A report from KSN's Melanie Huonker

Joplin City Council approves Hope Valley project

A report from KSN's Carla Pesono

Video- Joplin woman who lost husband, children in Joplin Tornado sues Home Depot

A report from KOAM News KOAM TV 7 Joplin and Pittsburg

JPD investigates armed robbery at Drury Inn

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On July 5, 2014 at 2200 hours, officers were called to the Drury Inn and Suites at 3601 S. Rangeline for an armed robbery that had just occurred.
The victim was staying in the hotel and reported that two black male subjects entered his room and displayed a handgun. They left his room with undisclosed items and left south on Rangeline from the hotel in a silver Mitsubishi Galant. The victim stated that the suspects were also in the company of a female. Officers have determined that the victim had some previous knowledge of the suspects.
Officers checked the surrounding business district for the suspect vehicle and did not locate it.
The investigation is ongoing and no other details are being released at this time.

Joplin Police Department Weekend DWI Arrests

The Joplin Police Department arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Jason Dwayne Nicholas, 28, Anderson
Casey N. Holland, 27, St. Louis
James Kirk Pierce, 55, Carthage
Dustin K. Loftus, 18, Joplin (DUI, drugs)
William R. Manley, 78, Joplin

House fire extinguished at 2712 S. Pennsylvania

(From the Joplin Fire Department)

The Joplin Fire Department responded to a reported house fire at 2712 S Pennsylvania Ave at 1:35 AM, Thursday, 03 July, 2014. Fire crews arrived on the scene at 1:40 AM to find no smoke showing on the exterior. Upon investigation moderate smoke was found in the house. Fire was discovered coming from the crawl space under the house. It was quickly extinguished. The attic was checked for any extension but none was found.

Crews remained on scene until 2:49 AM.


Five Fire units and 12 Firefighters responded to the scene, as well as JPD and METS. There were no injuries to responders or civilians.


The house is owned by Arlisa Arwood of the same address.


The cause of the fire is still under investigation at this time. 

Stark City trucker injured after swerving to miss deer

A Stark City man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 1:20 a.m. today on Highway 54, 165 feet west of Old Highway 54 in Camden County.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2006 Kenworth truck driven by Trent Breedlove, 48, swerved to miss a deer, traveled off the right side of the roadway, struck a guard rail and a rock bluff.

Breedlove was treated at Lake Regional Hospital for minor injuries.

Four injured in accident near Lanagan

Four Noel residents were injured in a two-vehicle accident 12:44 p.m. Sunday on Route EE, three-quarters of a mile west of Lanagan.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2004 Ford F-150 driven by Roseann C. Lowery, 24, was stopped to make a right turn, when it was rear-ended by a 2004 Chrysler Pacifica driven by Michael J. Poole, 30.

Lowery and three passengers in the Poole vehicle, Joseph E. Helmeth, 23; Stacy A. Poole, 28; and Christi K. Wolfe, 26, were treated for minor injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Neosho woman injured in two-vehicle accident

A Neosho woman was injured in a two-vehicle accident 12:05 a.m. today, on U.S. 60, a half mile west of Neosho.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1996 Ford F-150 driven by Barbara J. Parker, 60, Neosho, was stopped to make a left turn when it was struck in the rear by a 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix driven by Zachary G. Jones, 19, Neosho.

Parker was taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with minor injuries.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 6-7

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

William H. Davis, 56, Dadeville
Sean E. Wilkerson, 24, Bolivar

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 5-6

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

James C. Burcham, 44, Joplin
David G. Richmond, 58, Springfield
Mikal D. Mustain, 32, Pineville
Jamie L. Bell, 45, Joplin
Matthew D. Francis, 31, Springfield (boating while intoxicated)
Brandon D. Jackson, 19, Pineville
Ethan P. Cooper, 24, Neosho
Andrew F. Roberts, 21, Berryville, Arkansas
Fred Snell, 55, Sullivan
Eric Benton, 29, Noel
Ben F. Truan, 35, Wheat Ridge, Colorado

Saturday, July 5, 2014

Woman, child injured in ATV-trampoline accident

A woman and a child were injured in an ATV-trampoline accident 7:30 p.m. today on private property at 11097 E. Stockade Road, one mile north of Moundville.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a Blue Kawasaki ATV driven by Teresa M. Hallam, 43, Moundville, struck a trampoline in the yard and overturned, ejecting Hallam and a passenger, Christiana E. Revilla-Wagner, 9, Nevada.

Hallam was treated for moderate injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, while Revilla-Wagner was treated at Nevada Regional Medical Center, also for moderate injuries.

Colorado man cited for DWI ,drug charges following accident near Carthage

(Updated)

The Highway Patrol charged a Wheat Ridge, Colorado, man with driving while intoxicated, following a one-car accident 3:55 p.m. today two miles east of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1997 Toyota 4 Runner, driven by Ben F. Truan, 35, swerved off the right side of the road to avoid stopped traffic, traveled off the road into a ditch and overturned.

Truan was taken to Mercy McCune-Brooks Hospital, Carthage, with minor injuries.

In addition tot DWI, Truan was charged with failure to drive on the right half of the roadway, possession of up to 35 grams or marijuana and unlawful use of drug paraphernalia.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 4-5

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

David A. Jones, 29, Taneyville
Johana Parra-Martinez, 22, Branson

Carthage woman, infant injured in one-car accident

A Carthage woman and her infant daughter were injured in a one-car accident 2:51 p.m. today on MO 171, one mile north of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1998 Buick Regal driven by Sharon K. Hodges, 32, Carthage, ran off the left side of the roadway, returned to the roadway, ran off the right side of the roadway, overturned and struck several trees.

Hodges and her daughter, Nikki Hodges, 2, suffered minor injuries and were treated at Mercy McCune-Brooks Hospital, Carthage.

Friday, July 4, 2014

Driver in Neosho accident charged with DWI

A Neosho man who was involved in a one-car accident at 4:15 p.m. today on Muiberry, two miles west of Neosho, has been charged with driving whlie intoxicated.

The Highway Patrol also cited Derrek R. Swoboda, 26, for driving while revoked, careless and imprudent driving, and for not wearing a seat belt.

The Patrol's report indicates that Swoboda drove a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix Swoboda was driving left the road, hit a utility pole, overturned and struck a fence. Swoboda and a passenger, Brad L. Loomer, 24, were taken to Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, with moderate injuries.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests, July 3-4

The Missouri Highway Patrol arrested the following people for driving while intoxicated:

Curtis W. Burton, 47, Monett
Derrik R. Swoboda, 26, Neosho
Ricky B. Walkup, 33, Monett
Kurt A. Cowles, 49, Republic (boating while intoxicated)
Roger D. Peyton, 57, Branson
Kirsten M. Wilson, 23, Springfield
James F. Caffey, 40, Springfield
Markho E. Rivas-Santiago 31, Purdy
Matthew J. Baca, 22, Neosho

Neosho man injured in deer-motorcycle accident

A Neosho man was injured in a deer-motorcycle accident 6:15 a.m. today on Goldfinch seven miles west of Neosho.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2013 Honda Sabre motorcycle driven by Michael N. Hobbs, 29, Neosho, traveling northbound hit a deer.

Hobbs was treated at Freeman Neosho for moderate injuries.