Neosho woman injured in one-vehicle accident near Goodman

A Neosho woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident 6:25 p.m. Friday on Lark Road, three miles north of Goodman.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2004 Chevrolet Impala driven by Sara M. Myers, 20, Neosho, failed to negotiate a curve, went off the right side of the roadway, struck a gate, and overturned.

Myers was treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Hospital, Joplin.

DWI charges filed against Neosho woman after ATV accident at Elwood Junction

A misdemeanor driving while intoxicated charge was filed against a Neosho woman following a one-vehicle accident 2:03 a.m. Saturday on Elwood Junction Road, three miles east of Neosho.

According to the Highway Patrol report, Sarah L. Hile, driving  a 1998 Yamaha Blaster ATV, lost control and was ejected.

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

Stella man charged with drunk driving following fiery crash

A Stella man was charged with driving while intoxicated (drugs) following a one-vehicle accident 5:26 a.m. Saturday on Thief Hollow Road, three miles north of Pineville.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a GMC Envoy driven by John W. Huckaba, 29, Stella, went out  of control, exited the left side of the roadway, struck a tree, and caught fire.

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

Joplin man cited for DWI after crashing into tree

A Joplin man was charged with driving while intoxicated following a one-vehicle accident 4:40 a.m. today on Apricot Drive, 1.5 miles west of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2013 Toyota Prius driven by Jon D. Watson, 30, Joplin, traveled off the roadway and collided with a tree.

Watson was treated for serious injuries at Mercy Hospital.

In addition to DWI, Watson was charged with careless and imprudent driving and no seat belt.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 29-31

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

Jon D. Watson, 30, Joplin
Kurt M. Johnson, 28, Omaha, Arkansas
Antonio L. Webb, 26, Neosho
Joshua L. Hunter, 32, Mountain Grove
William. T. Hendrix, 53, Branson
Stephanie R. Price, 36, Lebanon
John W. Huckabe, 29, Stella
Sarah L. Hile, 35, Neosho
Samantha J. Crawford, 24, Marshfield
Krystina L. Johnston, 30, Springfield
Beau A. Blissitt, 30, Springfield
Christopher P. Adams, 40, Springfield
Zachary T. Fril, 25, Branson
Damon A. Mellen, 25, Joplin

KGCS to feature Joplin City Council coverage, Newsmakers program with Charlie Davis

(From Southern News Service)

The upcoming “Newsmakers” interview program on KGCS-TV will focus on the start of the session for the Missouri legislature, while the station will also provide coverage of a special Joplin City Council work session.

On “Newsmakers,” State Rep. Charlie Davis will discuss the issues facing lawmakers in 2016. They include ethics, voter ID, Real ID, transportation funding and education funding.

It will air the following times:

Sunday, Jan. 31 – 5:30 p.m.
Monday, Feb. 1 – 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb. 2 – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Feb. 3 – 5:30 p.m.

It will also be broadcast at 5 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, on KOAM-TV, and is available to view on the KGCS YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdvTt3hpKR0.

KGCS will also provide live coverage of a special City Council work session set for 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 8. The meeting will cover building permit changes and change orders.

Regular meetings set for Monday, Feb. 1, and Tuesday, Feb. 16, will also be covered. All meetings will be re-aired at 7:30 p.m. the following day.

KGCS-TV is a service of the Department of Communication at Missouri Southern State University. Programming may be seen over the air on digital channel 22 and on regional cable television systems.

Programs designed to help citizens, businesses prepare disaster plans

(From Southern News Service)

A series of programs designed to help residents and business owners create a disaster plan will be offered by the City of Joplin, the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, Missouri Southern State University and the St. Bernard Project.

The St. Bernard Project (SBP) partnered with Rebuild Joplin to repair homes for more than 180 families following the 2011 tornado.

Topics to be addressed include making an emergency plan, documents needed after a disaster, how to file an insurance claim, what questions to ask insurance agents to ensure adequate coverage, and things to do to prevent or reduce property damage. The business training will also cover how to put together a business continuity plan. The training will be presented by Charlie Martel, SBP's director of disaster resilience and recovery lab, and Autumn Lotze, SBP disaster specialist.

Training for small to mid-size businesses will be offered at:

Tuesday, Feb. 2: 10 to 11 a.m., Joplin City Hall, 602 S. Main St. Free of charge.

Wednesday, Feb. 3: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, 320 E. Fourth St. Registration is $10 (includes meal). Contact 417-624-4150 or email lisa@joplincc.com.

Wednesday, Feb. 3: 3:45 to 5 p.m., Cornell Auditorium in the Robert W. Plaster Free Enterprise Center at Missouri Southern, 3950 E. Newman Road. Free.

Thursday, Feb. 4: 7:30 to 9 a.m., Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce. Registration is $10 (includes meal). Contact 417-624-4150 or email lisa@joplincc.com.

Wednesday, Feb. 17: 10 to 11 a.m., Joplin City Hall. Free.

Free homeowner training will be offered at the following times at Joplin City Hall:

Tuesday, Feb. 2: 7 to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 17: 1 to p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 18: 6 to 7 p.m.

For more information, contact Karen Bradshaw, director of Missouri Southern’s Center for Entrepreneurship at 417-625-9520.

Agenda posted for Solid Waste Advisory Commission meeting

SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION

AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING

Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 12:00 Noon

Joplin City Hall  -  602 South Main Street, Joplin Missouri

Fifth Floor Conference Room

 1.  Roll Call  

            a. Introduction of new commissioners, Steven Kirby and Ryan Bennett

            b. Elect new Chairperson and Co-Chairperson

2.  Approval of November 2015 Minutes

3.  New Business

            a. 2015 Recycling Center report

            b. Upcoming events

           

4.  Old Business

a.     Discussion of new residential trash and curbside recycling services 

5.  Other Business

6.  Set Next Meeting Date

MSSU activities for the week of February 1

(From Southern News Service)

“This is Our Youth,” a wildly funny, bittersweet tale set during a night out in New York, will be offered next week at Missouri Southern State University.

The Southern Theatre production runs Tuesday, Feb. 2, through Saturday, Feb. 6, in the Bud Walton Theatre. Admission is free for MSSU students, faculty and staff. It is $5 for adults and $3 for senior citizens and non­ MSSU students. This production is for mature audiences only due to explicit language and adult situations. Call 625-3190 for reservations.

Other activities planned on campus include screenings of all the films in “The Hunger Games” series, a program on using financial statements, and a chance for students to create custom magnets.

Monday, Feb. 1

“The Hunger Games”: 6:30 p.m., Phelps Theatre in Billingsly Student Center. Free candy and snacks.

Tuesday, Feb. 2

Custom Photo Magnets: 10:30 a.m., Lions Den. Students can bring a favorite photo and have it printed on a magnet. While supplies last.

“The Hunger Games: Catching Fire”: 6:30 p.m., Phelps Theatre in BSC.

“This is Our Youth”: 7:30 p.m., Bud Walton Theatre. Free for MSSU students, $5 for the public and $3 for other students.

Wednesday, Feb. 3

“The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part I”: 6:30 p.m., Phelps Theatre in BSC.

“This is Our Youth”: 7:30 p.m., Bud Walton Theatre.

Thursday, Feb. 4

“Understanding Financial Statements”: 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Room 108 of Plaster Hall. The training is designed for business owners, managers and others who want to learn how to turn financial statements into useful management tools. Cost is $49. Details: 417-625-3128.

“The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2”: 2:30 and 6:30 p.m., Phelps Theatre in BSC.

“This is Our Youth”: 7:30 p.m., Bud Walton Theatre.

Friday, Feb. 5

“The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2”: 6:30 p.m., Phelps Theatre in BSC.

“This is Our Youth”: 7:30 p.m., Bud Walton Theatre.

Saturday, Feb. 6

“This is Our Youth”: 7:30 p.m., Bud Walton Theatre.

Crowder, author working to raise funds for Behavior Support Center

(From Crowder College)

Crowder College is working with local author Kent Allen to raise funds for the Behavior Support Center.

Allen is donating 100% of the proceeds of book sales from now through June 30 to the Center.

Saturday, January 30, at 10am the group has sponsored a “Sensory Friendly” viewing of Kung Fu Panda III at the Neosho B&B Theatre.

Sensory Friendly movies have the lights a little brighter and the volume a little lower than normal, which is conducive to autistic children.

Children and their families have been provided free tickets to the show. After a very large response the movie has been moved to a larger theatre.

A crowd of 200 is expected to attend. These students and their family are from area schools. It will provide an opportunity for the children to enjoy a movie more suited for their needs.

Cindy Branscum, Director of Institutional Advancement, Jamie Emery, Director of the BSC, and Allen (Dr. Kent Farnsworth) will be available during the viewing.

Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Jasper County Circuit Court:

Erica S. Rich vs. William J. Rich
Chad E. Sharp vs. Indra Sharp
January Tyler vs. Heath Tyler
Robert K. LaFond vs. Suzette K. LaFond
James. R. Smith vs. Kathy L. Smith
Nicole Marie Johnson vs. Richard Patrick Lucas
Jessica A. Turner vs. Mark A. Myers
Christopher S. Stricklin vs. Cherokee L. Sebra
Mindy S. Thompson vs. Michael G. Simpson
Jeannie C. McCulley vs. William M. McCulley
Jesus M. Castro Sandoval vs. Marible Fontes Chaparro
John D. Wales vs. Melissa L. Wales
Robert Martinez vs. Jodie M. Martinez
Ezra M. Cook vs. Marian L. Cook

Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

(The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Newton County Circuit Court:

James W. Willis vs. Jeanie M. Buchanan
Beth Whittle vs. Ronald D. Whittle

McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in McDonald County Circuit Court:

James R. Clark vs. Regina D. Clark
Jonathan Taylor vs. Jessica M. Taylor

Barton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Barton County Circuit Court:

Nancy S. Gastel vs. Brian E. Gastel

Robert R. Harney vs. Melissa D. Harney

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 28-29

01/28/2016 0914
GARY PERRY
627 S Byers Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
BM 57 149 E 7TH ST/S VIRGINIA AVE 500.00
1 1 LARCENY
2 1 LITTERING
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT
5 1 COMMIT
6 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/28/2016 1010
JOESPH MIKE CONNOR
123 S Pearl Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 44 331 W 2ND ST/S PEARL AVE 171.50
1 1 COMMIT

01/28/2016 1105
KILEY MARIE CARPENTER
920 S Monroe Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 18 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT
5 1 COMMIT
6 1 COMMIT

01/28/2016 1145
MICHAEL ANTHONY VELASCO
2025 S Connor Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 40 1807- 7 E CAMPBELL PKWY 76.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT

01/28/2016 1440
NICOLE DANAE OLIVER
103 W 25th St PITTSBURG, KS 66762
WF 24 101 N RANGE LINE RD 500.00
1 1 LARCENY

01/28/2016 1449
AMY LOUISE FETTERS
1501 S Michigan Ave, 9 JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 32 1501 S RANGE LINE RD 0.00
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
5 1 COMMIT
6 1 COMMIT
7 1 COMMIT
8 1 COMMIT
9 1 COMMIT
10 1 COMMIT

01/28/2016 2030
ALICE LEE WILLIS
4720 S Range Line Rd, 11 JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 27 131 W 15TH ST/S JOPLIN AVE 500.00
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

01/28/2016 2115
DIANE E OLIVA
2121 S Bird Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 32 2121 S BIRD AVE 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

01/28/2016 1420
RAYMOND L SEVERS
WM 34 431 W F ST/N BYERS AVE 250.00
422 Fountain Rd AIRPORT VILLAGE, MO 64870
1 1 PUBLIC CONSUMPTION

01/29/2016 0357
ANDREW ALOIS BIEBER
220 N Sergeant Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 19 303 E 3RD ST 185.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/29/2016 0021
BRYAN KEITH COBB
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 47 1049 W 10TH ST/S MURPHY AVE 500.00
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 28-29

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

Myles L. Clopton, 23, Willard
George G. Deegan, 33, Noel
Maston K. Green, 28, Joplin

Joplin High School weekly announcements

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 27-28

01/27/2016 0900
JOEL ALLEN GULLEY
3206 N Upland Rd JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 23 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/27/2016 1820 
BLAKE LANDON KIMBROUGH 
1718 S Connor JOPLIN, MO 64804 
WM 27 1400- BLK W 2ND ST 0.00 
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

01/27/2016 0900
NATHAN JARROD ATWOOD
415 S Monroe Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 33 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/27/2016 0900
MECHELL DODI PROCTOR
115 N Garrison CARTHAGE, MO 64836
WF 31 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/27/2016 1608
ERICA GRACIANO
2510 W Highland Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
249 E 4TH ST/S PENNSYLVANIA AVE
WF 25 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT

01/27/2016 2315
ANTHONY H CRAWFORD
1910 W 16th St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 17 0000 18TH ST / ROOSEVELT 0.00
2 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

01/27/2016 1930
JEFFERY LEE MORGAN
2424 S Bird Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 40 849 W 18TH ST/S CONNOR AVE 500.00
1 1 RESIST / INTERFERE W/ ARREST

01/27/2016 1835
MELLESSA RENEE DURBIN
401 Skinner Rd CARL JUNCTION, MO 64834
WF 26 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT

01/28/2016 0150 
DEVYN PAIGE RISTAU 
25532 Tabormaine Rd JOPLIN, MO 64801 
WF 25 2632 N MAIN ST/E ZORA ST 500.00 
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

Joplin Police Chief announces retirement

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Joplin Police Chief Jason Burns announces his intention to retire from the Joplin Police Department effective March 1, 2016.

Chief Burns began his career in law enforcement in 1993 and began working with the Joplin Police Department in February 1996. Chief Burns is the first internally promoted Chief since 1986. In the past two years, total crime has been reduced 15%, equating to a reduction of 1311 individual crimes.

The Department has become accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for the third time, receiving a certificate of Advanced Accreditation and Intelligence Led policing has been initiated.

Perhaps the most noteworthy accomplishment during his career at JPD was the development and implementation of IMPACT (Improving Methods Proactively Against Crime Trends), a model used to address crime hot spots across the City. Chief Burns states, “I owe my success to the men and women of the Joplin Police Department and could not be prouder of this entire organization”.

The Joplin Police Department wants to thank Chief Burns and his family for his service to the police department as well as the community. We wish him well in his endeavors and he will be greatly missed.

Escapade 2016 fundraiser planned at Thomas Jefferson

(From Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School)

Don't Miss ESCAPADE 2016 on Saturday, March 5, 2016  Escapade is one of the most exciting events of the year, and it is one of TJ’s two main fundraisers each year.  The black-tie-optional gala dinner and auction is scheduled for Saturday, March 5, 2016, at the Scottish Rite Cathedral in Joplin. The fun begins at 5:30 p.m. with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and a silent auction. This is an event you do not want to miss.   Saturday, March 5, 2016 Scottish Rite Cathedral in Joplin 5:30 p.m. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres Silent Auction Wine2Win 7 p.m. Gala Dinner & Live Auction Live music and dancing with Big Smitty Benefit raffle for a trip to Chicago Special recognition for the alumni classes of 2001 and 2006 Auction items include: In-home dinner party for eight catered by a classically trained chef Kansas City Chiefs box seats for four sponsored by Crossland Construction Chauffeured night out for six with Newell Coach Kate Spade handbag Fine art packages, specialty items, experiences and more RSVP by Friday, February 12, 2016 RSVP - CLICK HERE Entrée Selections: Medallions Au Poivre: Beef tenderloin medallions, pepper encrusted, finished with onion confit and bleu cheese demi-glace. Grilled asparagus wrapped with prosciutto Seafood Thermador: Shrimp, scallops, barramundi and crab with an herbed cream sauce, imported Gruyère and fresh parmesan cheeses in a pastry crust. Grilled asparagus wrapped with prosciutto Stuffed Red Pepper: Roasted red pepper filled with chive boursin cheese, sautéed mushrooms, wild rice finished with a boursin cream sauce. Grilled asparagus Spectacular Escapade Raffle Prize -- Win a trip to Chicago!The raffle prize includes a 5-day, 4-night stay at a 4-star hotel on Chicago's Magnificent Mile.  Spend time at some of the city's largest attractions with Chicago City Pass which includes admission to Shedd Aquarium, Skydeck Chicago, the Field Museum, Museum of Science and Industry or 360 Chicago, and Adler Planetarium or the Art Institute of Chicago.  Prize also includes round-trip flights out of Kansas City's MCI Airport, and a $500 Visa gift card. See details on the raffle ticket order page. ORDER RAFFLE TICKETS HERE Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry, one of the largest science museums in the world, is home to more than 35,000 artifacts and 400,000 square feet of hands-on exhibits designed to spark scientific inquiry and creativity.

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Structure fire reported at 2807 E. 19th

(From the Joplin Fire Department)

The Joplin Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 2807 E 19th at 1:35 AM, Wednesday, 27 January, 2016. 

Fire crews arrived on the scene at 1:42 AM to find a shed on fire. Fully engulfed, on the north side of a house. The residence was cleared and crews extinguished the shed fire.
The fire was declared under control at 1:52 AM and crews remained on scene until 3:20 AM. The house was occupied by Rodney Dopps.

  

No injuries were reported to either fire personnel. 6 Joplin Fire units and 18 Joplin Fire personnel responded, as well as JPD and METS.

The cause of the fire was investigated and found to be incendiary in nature, with an unknown ignition source.

Structure fire put out at 2311 W. 3rd

(From Joplin Fire Department)

The Joplin Fire Department responded to a report of smoke coming from an attic at 2311 W 3rd at 4:44 PM, Wednesday, 27 January, 2016. Fire crews arrived on the scene at 4:48 PM to find a two story wood framed structure with heavy smoke and flames showing. There was on one in the residence. Crews were able to extinguish the fire in the living room and attic.

The fire was declared under control at 5:13 PM and crews remained on scene until 6:39 PM. The house was occupied by Karen Birch. 

No injuries were reported to fire personnel. Six Joplin Fire units and 18 Joplin Fire personnel responded, as well as JPD and METS.

The cause of the fire was is under investigation by the JFD.

JFD investigating structure fire at Joplin Airport

(From the Joplin Fire Department)

The Joplin Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire at 7331 N 43 (Joplin Airport) at 9:59 PM, Wednesday, 27 January, 2016. 

Fire crews arrived on the scene at 10:05 PM to find an outbuilding on Airport grounds with heavy smoke showing. There was no one in the building. Crews were able to extinguish the fire which was burning storage material and shelving.

The fire was declared under control at 10:12 PM and crews remained on scene until 11:53 PM.

No injuries were reported to either fire personnel or others in the area. Six Joplin Fire units and 13 Joplin Fire personnel responded, as well as the Airport FD, JPD and METS.

The cause of the fire was is under investigation by the JFD.

Carthage woman injured in collision with deer

A Carthage woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident 2:10 a.m. today on Highway 96 at County Road 245, two miles west of Oronogo.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1998 Ford Windstart driven by Norma M. Gomez, 39, Carthage, struck a deer, left the roadway, and struck an embankment.

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

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 27-28

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

Brandon K. Mezelo, 43, Springfield
Evangelino M. Pott, 36, Branson
Darleen F. Conley, 56, Independence
Brendan C. Frank, 41, Merriam Woods
Tylor L. Day, 24, Mount Vernon
Aaron D. Purvis, 27, Shell Knob
Curtis D. Bray, 50, Sparta

Joplin residents injured in accident near Seneca

Two Joplin residents were injured in a one-vehicle accident 11:35 a.m. today on MO 43, five miles north of Seneca.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1993 Chevrolet Caprice driven by Fred W. Palmer, 83, Joplin, drove off the right side of the roadway.

Palmer and a passenger, Olena M. Palmer, 79, Joplin, were treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Hospital, Joplin.

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 26-27

01/26/2016 0800
AMANDA JAYNE MILLER
2221 Se Shelter Dr PORT ST LUCIE, FL 34952
WF 30 303 E 3RD ST 250.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT

01/26/2016 0005
CHANNIEN JAY REED
3458 Five Mile Rd SENECA, MO 64865
WM 26 1102 W 32ND ST 0.00
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

01/26/2016 0328 
JAMES EDWARDS SWEENEY 
24730 Mo-171 Hwy WEBB CITY, MO 64870 
WM 53 1909 SADIE LN 500.00 
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

01/26/2016 0930
MATTIE DEE FLAHERTY
16000709 2856 Chipmunk JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 34 1949 W 20TH ST/S ADELE AVE 500.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
2 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/26/2016 0950
IAN SHAWN MOORE
1900 Parma Ln DIAMOND, MO 64840
WM 36 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/26/2016 0950
JOSEPH CORY WASSON
2524 S Engrim Mill Road SPRINGFIELD, MO 65804
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/26/2016 1008
JOSHUA ALLEN HAURY
918 S Chestnut Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 28 303 E 3RD ST 95.00
2 1 COMMIT
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

01/26/2016 1540
CODY BRENT NELSON
2502 S Connor Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 27 303 E 3RD ST 653.50
1 1 COMMIT

01/26/2016 1617
ALEXANDER PAUL HURRELL
3052 Blake St JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 19 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/26/2016 1425
JUSTIN MICHAEL CARPENTER
2410 Cherokee BAXTER SPRINGS, KS 66713
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/26/2016 1530
SHANNON LEAH DANIELS
7331 Westview Rd NEOSHO, MO 64850
WF 30 4801 E 22ND ST/S REINMILLER RD 0.00
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 COMMIT

01/26/2016 1610
DACOTA BRIANT CORTEZ
740 Crockett WEBB CITY, MO 64870
BM 24 949 W 2ND ST/S GRAY AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT

01/26/2016 2320
MATTHEW ISIAH LUDY
2346 N Malang Road, 63 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 33 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/26/2016 2215
JASON SCOTT CARL
2718 W 23rd St Terr JOPLIN, MO 64804
1900 E 17TH ST/S CONNECTICUT AVE
WM 39 148.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/26/2016 1355
WILLIAM ESTES SIMPSON
1012 W 17th St JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 47 1012 W 17TH ST 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

01/26/2016 2315
CHRISTY ELAINE BRAND
1402 Sheryl Ln WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WF 37 1501 S RANGE LINE RD 500.00
1 1 LARCENY

Joplin man charged with DWI, vehicular assault, leaving the scene

(This is an update of a post from Tuesday night.)

A Joplin man was charged with felony counts of leaving the scene of an accident and vehicular assault and a misdemeanor count of driving while intoxicated following a two-vehicle collision 4:25 p.m. Tuesday on Junge, two miles west of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Dodge Ram, driven by Justin Fleming, 20, Joplin, ran a stop sign and struck a 1994 Chevrolet pickup driven by Randy J. Chazell, 54, Baxter Springs, Kansas.

A passenger in the Chazell vehicle, Connie Chazell, 64, Baxter Springs, was treated for moderate injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

In addition to the charges listed above. Fleming was charged with failure to stop at a stop sign, no seat belt, and window tint.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 26-27

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

Cody R. Hudson, 25, El Dorado Springs
Matthew S. Metz, 20, Springfield
Wendell P. Stanley, 57, Washburn
Justin Fleming, 20, Joplin

Carl Junction woman injured in accident on Peace Church Road

A Carl Junction woman was injured in a two-vehicle accident 4:25 p.m. today on Peace Church Road, one mile north of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a a 2001 Dodge Ram driven by John C. Florentine, 61, Joplin, and a 2007 Buick Lucerne driven by Kimberly A. Edwards, 25, Carl Junction, tried to proceed through an intersection at the same time and collided.

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

Woman injured in two-vehicle accident on Junge

A Kansas woman was injured in a two-vehicle accident 4:25 p.m. today on Junge, two miles west of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Dodge Ram, driven by Justin Fleming, 20, Joplin, ran a stop sign and struck a 1994 Chevrolet pickup driven by Randy J. Chazell, 54, Baxter Springs, Kansas.

A passenger in the Chazell vehicle, Connie Chazell, 64, Baxter Springs, was treated for moderate injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Newsmakers features interview with Chris Pistole of Wildcat Glades

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 25-26

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

Lucas D. Mason, 25, Verona
Bailee M. Baumberger, 25, Republic

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 25-26

01/25/2016 1100
KATELYNN NICOLE GRAY
2706 1/2 Duquesne Rd JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 20 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/25/2016 1030
LAWANDA MARIE PEARCE
1129 S Jackson Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 28 2627 S GRAND AVE 396.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/25/2016 1340
JAMES G MAYNARD
16000681 110 S Range Line Rd, 208 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 38 2199 W 20TH ST/S ROOSEVELT AVE 0.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

01/25/2016 0215
JOHN L ALLISON
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 51 637 S SCHIFFERDECKER AVE 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

01/25/2016 1400
DONALD WAYNE PEARCE-THIBODEAU
WM 26 1924 S GRAND AVE 298.50  JOPLIN, MO 64804
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/25/2016 1230
CASEY RYAN PURSCELLEY
2724 E 14th St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 25 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT

01/25/2016 1650
KEVIN CLAY JOHNSON
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 19 101 N RANGE LINE RD 0.00
1 1 LARCENY

01/25/2016 1700
CASSANDRA ANN MAYEK
521 S Gray Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 43 521 S GRAY AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
5 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
6 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
7 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
8 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
9 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
10 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
11 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/25/2016 1813
SHANNON LEANN THOMPSON
WF 23 2915 E 29TH ST 500.00
320 N Main St JOPLIN, MO 64801
1 1 RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY

01/25/2016 1813
COURTNEY MICHEAL WATERMAN
320 N Main St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 23 2915 E 29TH ST 500.00
1 1 LARCENY
2 1 RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY

01/25/2016 2100
THOMAS JAMES BRUNER
301 County Ln 172, 24 JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 22 4131 E 32ND ST/S DUQUESNE RD 0.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/25/2016 1400
NICHOLAS TREY JORDAN
732 W 1st St WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WM 20 301 S GENEVA AVE 500.00
1 1 LARCENY
2 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

01/25/2016 2115
MICHAEL ANTHONY BOONE
1206 S Connor JOPLIN, MO 64801
BM 28 2808 W 7TH ST 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

01/25/2016 2320
JONATHAN WARNER HAGINS
429 W 3rd St, 2 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 29 429 W 4TH ST 500.00
1 1 DISTURBING THE PEACE

01/25/2016 1735
JAMES LUCAS BOYER
928 W 1st St WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WM 31 1-44/ HEARNES 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

01/26/2016 0023
RICHARD LEON WAYNE SCOFIELD
WM 20 2014- 37 S HAMPSHIRE TERR 500.00  JOPLIN, MO 64804
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
2 1 COMPLIANCE W/ REQUEST FOR INFO BY POLICE OFFICERS

No foul play suspected in death of Joplin woman

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Update

Based on the preliminary autopsy report there is no foul play suspected. Toxicology reports can take six to eight weeks for return and those are pending. The scene at 310 W. 14th has been released.

Original News Release

On January 22, 5:53 PM, the Joplin Police Department received the report of a missing person. Tonya L. Crawford, 38, Joplin was reported missing by friends and family. Crawford was entered into NCIC as a missing person. On January 23, at 2:33 PM, Crawford was located deceased at her residence at 310 W. 14th . The Joplin Police Department is conducting a death investigation.

JFD responds to structure fire at 322 N. Maple

(From the Joplin Fire Department)

The Joplin Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 322 N Maple at 2:52 AM, Tuesday, 26 January, 2016. 

Fire crews arrived on the scene at 2:57 AM to find a single story wood framed residential structure with smoke and flames coming from the back third of the structure. Crews entered the structure and extinguished the fire, then opened ceilings and walls to finish the extinguishment.

The fire was declared under control at 3:28 AM and crews remained on scene until 6:02 AM. Occupant information is not available at this time. 

No injuries were reported to either fire personnel. Six Joplin Fire units and 19 Joplin Fire personnel responded, as well as JPD and METS. The American Red Cross was notified to provide services to the occupants.

The cause of the fire was investigated by the Joplin fire marshal, who ruled it as accidental electrical.

Crowder College weekly update

(From Crowder College)

Academic Information

· 2nd 8 week classes are available, so it isn’t too late to enroll for Spring 2016. 2nd 8 week classes begin the week of March 7.Check out the courses available at:https://my.crowder.edu/ICS/Academics/Public.jnz?portlet=Course_Schedules&screen=Advanced+Course+Search&screenType=next

Student Activities/Events

· The Journalism and Mass Media Club at Crowder College will host local author Judy Haas Smith discussing her book, “Larger than LIFE: The Legacy of Dan Longwell and Mary Fraser Longwell” and the publishing industry. With experience in the newspaper, magazine, and book publishing industries, Smith provides a wealth of knowledge about print media. Her book focuses on former key characters in the staff of LIFE magazine. The event will be held in the Newton Hall Conference Room from 9:30-11 on Thursday, Jan. 28. Everyone welcome!
For more information contact Latonia Bailey, 417-455-5410 or email: LatoniaBailey@Crowder.edu

Roughrider Athletics

· The Roughrider Women’s Basketball team is now 12-10 on the season. They will play at Moberly, Wednesday, Jan. 27, 6:00pm and at home Saturday, Jan. 30, at 2pm vs Iowa Western. For a complete schedule go to: http://crowderathletics.com/sports/wbkb/2015-16/schedule

· Roughrider Softball will begin their spring season Feb. 5 on the road. Their 1st home game will be Feb. 25 @ 2pm. For more information go to:www.crowderathletics.com

· Roughrider Baseball will begin their season Feb. 4 on the road. Their 1st home game will be Feb. 11 @ 2pm. Check out their schedules for more information:www.crowderathletics.com

· Roughrider Soccer will hold its 34th Annual Thunderdome indoor soccer event, March 18-19. Plan to enter and team and watch for registration updates. Contact Coach Brad Smith for more information: 417-455-5443 or email: BradSmith@Crowder.edu

Crowder Foundation Events

· Buy a Book. Build a Future. Local author Allen Kent is donating 100% of the proceeds of all book sales to benefit the Crowder College Behavior Support Center. The goal is to sell 42,000 books before June 30. Find out more: https://501auctions.com/buyabook

Campus Community Events

· Crowder Quill is accepting entries for the 2016 publication. Find entry forms and information at: http://crowderquill.com/

· Art Exhibit in Longwell Museum Jan. 12-Feb. 4. Kristine Allphin is an award winning artist. An artist reception will be held Saturday, Jan. 30, 5-7pm. Normal museum hours are Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm. This event is free and open to the public. Please call the museum at 417-455-5470 if you have questions. Allphin’s education in graphic design and illustration bring and original style, sensitivity and craftsmanship to her batik work. For more information on Allphin: http://www.allphinbatik.com/ orhttps://www.facebook.com/artbatik

Joplin High School Winter Guard to offer preview Friday

(From Joplin High School Winter Guard)

JHS Winter Guard will have a  dress rehearsal of its show "Rise Above" before its first competition on Saturday... and you are invited.

All you former guard girls, band geeks, parents and friends....

Please join us on Friday night, at 7:30 PM, Memorial High School Gym (11th & Pearl in Joplin). This will be the only open, local performance until the PREVIEW SHOW on April 1st!

The girls have been working so hard! What could be better than teenage girls dancing and spinning and tossing weapons? You won't want to miss it!

Virginia Avenue closure to continue through Wednesday

(From the City of Joplin)

The Road Closure on Virginia Avenue between 30th Street and 31tst Street will continue until Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 7:00 p.m. The closure is due to Infrasource doing construction work in the area.

The road will be completely closed. Detours will be in place.

Drivers are urged to use extreme caution in this area.

If you have any questions, please call the Engineering Department at 624-0820, ext. 598.

Southern Theatre to present "This is Our Youth"

(From Southern News Service)

Southern Theatre will present “This is Our Youth” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 2, through Saturday, Feb. 6, in the Bud Walton Theatre on the campus of Missouri Southern State University.

In Kenneth Longeran’s play, Warren is the hero-worshipping friend of Dennis, a small-time drug dealer and son of a famous painter father and social activist mother. Warren impulsively steals $15,000 from his own father, an abusive tycoon.

When Jessica, a mixed-up prep school girl, shows up for a date, Warren takes her off, awkwardly, for a night of New York seduction. A wildly funny, bittersweet and ultimately quite moving story follows.

Directed by Tim Klein, the cast includes Cameron Lopez as Dennis Ziegler, Sean Botts as Warren Straub, and Valerie Stockton as Jessica Goldman.

Admission is free for MSSU students, faculty and staff. It is $5 for adults and $3 for senior citizens and non­MSSU students. This production is for mature audiences only due to explicit language and adult situations.

The Southern Theatre box office will be open Monday, Jan. 25, through Friday, Feb. 5. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. For reservations, call 417-625-3190. To purchase tickets online, go to: http://www.mssu.edu/ticket-office

Joplin Police Department Weekend Arrests

01/22/2016 1613
EAVETTE NICHOLE NIXON
21009 Lawrence 1040 PIERCE CITY, MO 65723
WF 32 2623 W 7TH ST 0.00
1 1 LARCENY

01/22/2016 1217
JACK R RAINES
726 S Jackson Ave, 3 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 58 726 S JACKSON AVE 0.00
1 1 MENTAL 96 HOUR HOLD

01/22/2016 1925
DAULTON J GENTRY
1026 S Strausburg SPRINGFIELD, MO 65802
WM 21 1501 S RANGE LINE RD 0.00
1 1 LARCENY

01/22/2016 1022
VAN JAMES RYAN
1023 S Jackson Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 52 303 E 3RD ST 214.00
1 1 COMMIT

01/22/2016 0634
JOSEPH MARLIN SHOPE
000 Homeless JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 34 131 W 20TH ST/S JOPLIN AVE 398.50
3 1 COMMIT
1 1 LARCENY
2 1 LARCENY

/22/2016 1600
WILLIAM NELSON BOYER JUNIO
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64870
WM 26 2805 S RANGE LINE RD 500.00
1 1 LARCENY

01/22/2016 1350
EFRAIN ONAY VARGAS-CASAS
1713 Oak St CARTHAGE, MO 64836
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/22/2016 1741
JEREMY ALAN SIMON
5300 Courtney Ln JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 40 932 E 34TH ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/22/2016 1840
SHARI LYN LAW
3415 Bay Rd JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 46 4400- BLK S RANGE LINE RD 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/22/2016 2313
ANTHONY LONDALE MICHAEL
325 County Road 173 JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 24 2948 E 32ND ST/S RANGE LINE RD 0.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/22/2016 2244
KOLLEEN E STEWART
1813 E Campbell Pkwy, 12 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 21 1813- 12 E CAMPBELL PKWY 0.00
1 1 MENTAL 96 HOUR HOLD

01/23/2016 0100
DANAH RENEA KLEEMAN
3815 Northview St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 25 349 E 41ST ST/S KENTUCKY AVE 0.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

01/23/2016 0148
VIDAL ENRIQUE MELENDEZ
504 Howerton Dr NOEL, MO 64854
WM 22 131 W 5TH ST/S JOPLIN AVE 500.00
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
2 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/23/2016 0030 
BRANDON SCOTT YOUNGBLOOD 
7136 Se 67th RIVERTON, KS 66770 
 24 312 W 4TH ST 500.00 
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

01/23/2016 1416
SCOTT ERIC WEBB
2192 N Blackcat Rd JOPLIN, MO 64801
BM 50 2900- BLK W 7TH ST 500.00
1 1 UNLAWFUL USE OF WEAPONS CITY

01/23/2016 2017
CRYSTAL LYNN BEASLEY
1828 W 24th St, B JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 28 1828- B W 24TH ST 508.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/23/2016 1600
CORINNE KATHLEEN COLE
404 N Netta PICHER, OK 74360
WF 46 2623 W 7TH ST 500.00
 1 DISTURBING THE PEACE

01/23/2016 1850
JASON EUGENE ELLETT
1202 Townsend St CASSVILLE, MO 65625
WM 26 2949 E 11TH ST/S RANGE LINE RD 500.00
1 1 LEAVING THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT
3 1 CARELESS DRIVING
4 1 EMERGING FROM ALLEY, DRIVEWAY OR BUILDING 5 1 NO VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

01/23/2016 1043 
BRANDEN LEE COLYER 
528 S Sergeant Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 
WM 31 2800- BLK E 4TH ST 500.00 
 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

01/23/2016 2300
DAVID LEON MAPLE
2312 S Highview Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
BM 56 2312 S HIGHVIEW AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT

01/23/2016 2229
KYLE ADRIAN SIMPSON
1402 W 9th St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 41 1402 W 9TH ST 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

01/23/2016 1800
DONALD EUGENE VARNER
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 52 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

01/24/2016 0100
BRITTANY JANEL FRY
2007 S Connor Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 29 201 RIVIERA DR 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/24/2016 0155 
LUIS ARTURO JONES 
2530 S Willard Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 
WM 28 231 W JUNGE BLVD/S WALL AVE 500.00 
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

01/24/2016 0305
DARIUS DAMARCO LANG
2901 E 15th St JOPLIN, MO 64804
BM 24 2500- BLK E 7TH ST 0.00
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/24/2016 0150
MARIO DWAYNE MOORE
607 S Oakland St WEBB CITY, MO 64870
249 E 7TH ST/S PENNSYLVANIA AVE
BM 39 500.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/24/2016 0345
CICERO COURTNEY JR MAPLE
2312 S Highview Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
BM 52 1501 S RANGE LINE RD 500.00
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/24/2016 2301
MICHAEL ANTHONY WOLFE
1613 S Moffet Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 25 531 W 6TH ST/S MOFFET AVE 0.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

01/24/2016 2301
ZACHERY LEIGH JENNINGS
WM 22 0000 6TH ST / MEFFET AVE 0.00  LAMAR, MO 64759
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

01/24/2016 2200
DERRICK LEE CROSBY
2205 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 36 2205 S KENTUCKY AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT

01/25/2016 0106
ALLYSSA DALYNN GOWING
230 W Briarbrook Ln CARL JUNCTION, MO 64834
WF 18 403 N MAIN ST 0.00
1 1 MENTAL 96 HOUR HOLD

01/25/2016 0112
STEVEN RYAN MARTIN
620 S Porter Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 32 231 W B ST/N WALL AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

Missing Joplin woman found dead in her home

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On January 22, 5:53 PM, the Joplin Police Department received the report of a missing person.

Tonya L. Crawford, 38, Joplin was reported missing by friends and family. Crawford was entered into NCIC as a missing person.

On January 23, at 2:33 PM, Crawford was located deceased at her residence at 310 W. 14th .

The Joplin Police Department is conducting a death investigation. The scene is still being held. An autopsy was scheduled today at 1:00.

Joplin woman injured in collision with semi

A Joplin woman was injured in a two-vehicle accident 10:25 a.m. today on MO 66, five miles west of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1996 Ford F-150 driven by Charleigh L. Geary, 22, Joplin, was slowing to make a right turn and was rear-ended by a 2011 Freightliner Conventional driven by Russell D. Williams, 63, Kansas City, Kansas.

Geary was treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Hospital, Joplin.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 24-25

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

Kevin W. Bowling, 49, Crane
Kevin H. Chamberlain, 50, Neosho

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 23-24

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

Dustin L. Hooten, 25, Crane
Bryan D. Fetters, 36, Joplin
Tyrone J. Hicks, 28, Preston
Curtis W. Chandler, 34, Springfield
Scott E. Belong, 48, Sidney, Iowa

East Newton Board approves ballot language for bond issue proposal

(From the East Newton R-6 School District)

As part of the continued efforts in keeping the patrons informed, the East Newton R-VI Schools administration will provide monthly information concerning Board meetings.

A recap of the January, 2016 regular meetings is as follows:

Recognitions: Patriot Pride Award – Dillin Gallemore, student at Triway and J.P. Judd.

Public Comments: None

The Board approved the Consent Agenda, including the previous month Board minute and monthly bills, Substitute teacher list.

Program Evaluations: Food Service program, Guidance, and Special Education.

Reports:

CTEC Presentation, Financial Report, Enrollment, Student Education Records

Enrollment & Attendance for the end of December. Enrollment was 1,361 K-12. Triway campus with 3774, Granby campus with 513, and the High School with 471. Overall attendance percentage was 94.6

Under Old Business, the Board approved language to be used for the “no tax increase” bond issue to be voted on during the April 5, 2016 election.

In respect to New Business, the Board approved lawn mowing services to remain with All American Lawn Care. In final action the Board approved a P.A.T. services agreement with Diamond School District for the remainder of the year.

The Board then went into Executive Session pursuant to RSMo. 610.021: Paragraph 3 Employees

The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday February 18 at 7:00 p.m. at Central Office. Prior to the regular meeting the Board will hold the annual Calendar Hearing at 6:45.

The ballot language for the bond issue proposal is printed below:

East Newton R-VI School District
No Tax Increase Bond Issue




PROPOSITION K.I.D.S.
(Keep Improving District Schools)


Shall the Board of Education of the East Newton County R-VI School District, Missouri, without an estimated increase in the current debt service property tax levy, borrow money in the amount of Four Million Dollars ($4,000,000) for the purpose of providing funds to complete safety and security upgrades including security cameras at the Granby and Triway locations, access control systems at Granby and the High School, exterior door replacements, and updated fire alarm systems; to construct covered walkways at Granby and Triway; to replace some roofs, windows, and flooring throughout District facilities; to replace HVAC systems; high school bus barn improvements; expanding the AG facility to include an animal science area including large and small animals; and to the extent funds are available, to complete other remodeling and repair improvements to all three campuses of the District; and issue bonds for the payment thereof? If this proposition is approved, the adjusted debt service levy of the School District is estimated to remain unchanged at $0.4691 per one hundred dollars of assessed valuation of real and personal property.

Crowder to offer financial aid workshops

(From Crowder College)

Crowder College Educational Opportunity Center will be providing personal assistance in completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to attend the college/technical school of your choice.

High school seniors, parents, or adults planning to enter college or technical training, returning to college, and those individuals who are nearing completion of the GED/HiSET are encouraged to attend.

Bring your 2015 income tax returns (both parents and students if under the age of 24), if applicable, in order to complete the FAFSA.

Monday, February 29 @ 6:00pm – 7:00pm… Marionville High School
Tuesday, March 1 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm… McDonald County High School Thursday, March 3 @ 5:00pm – 6:30pm… Jasper High School
Sunday, March 6 @ 1:00pm-4:00pm… East Newton High School
Monday, March 7 @ 5:30-7:00pm… Neosho High School
Tuesday, March 8 @ 5:00pm-6:30pm… Franklin Technology Center

Woman arrested for DWI following accident near Tiff City

A Grove, Oklahoma woman was arrested for driving while intoxicated following a one-vehicle accident 12:05 p.m. Friday on Highway 43, three miles north of Tiff City.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Lindsey A. White Eagle, 39, Grove, Oklahoma, left the roadway and struck a ditch.

White Eagle was treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Hospital, Grove, Oklahoma.

In addition to DWI, White Eagle was charged with careless and imprudent driving involving an accident, no valid driver's license, and no seat belt.

Stark City teen injured in one-vehicle accident

A Stark City teen was injured in a one-vehicle accident 6:40 p.m. Friday on MO 96, one mile west of Newtonia.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1988 Chevrolet 1500 driven by Wendell A C.lark, 16, Stark City, traveled off the right side of the roadway, struck a driveway and an outdoor lamp post and then the concrete porch of a house.

Clark was treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Joplin.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 22-23

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

Ethan H. Rea, 18, Carl Junction
Robert A. Stallsmith, 29, Bolivar
Jesse L. Janes, 31, Aurora
Alven L. Blake, 51, Goodson
Steven J. Dombrowski, 30, Joplin
Caran E. Stockton, 42, Springfield

MSSU Activities for week of January 25

(From Southern News Service)

The Oscar-nominated “Bridge of Spies” will be screened next week at Missouri Southern State University.

Set during the Cold War, and American lawyer is recruited to defend a suspected Soviet spy in court and later to exchange him for a captured American spy plane pilot. Rated PG-13, it stars Tom Hanks, Mark Rylance and Alan Alda.

It received six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor and Original Screenplay.

The event is free and open to the campus community.

Other activities planned include grocery bingo, a presentation on creating a successful business plan and basketball vs. Missouri Western.

Tuesday, Jan. 26

Blood Drive 2016: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Connor Ballroom in Billingsly Student Center. Sponsored by Missouri Southern’s Student Nurse Association.

Career Coach Series: Leadership Luncheon: 12:20 p.m. to 12:50 p.m., Billingsly Student Center 309. Students will learn about a variety of topics from industry professionals.

Grocery Bingo: 12:20 p.m., Lion’s Den. Students will have a chance to win a bag of free groceries.

Thursday, Jan. 28

Movie: Bridge of Spies: 2:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Phelps Theatre.

Friday, Jan. 29

National Puzzle Day- Custom Puzzles: 10:30 a.m., Billingsly Student Center. Students can create their own custom puzzles.

How to Write a Successful Business Plan: 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Plaster Hall 108. Participants will learn the key elements of writing a business plan and how to use it as a management tool. Cost is $39 per person. Details: 417-625-3128.

Movie: Bridge of Spies: 6:30 p.m., Phelps Theatre.

Saturday, Jan. 30

Women’s Basketball vs Missouri Western State: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Leggett & Platt Athletic Center.

Men’s Basketball vs Missouri Western State: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Leggett and Platt Athletic Center.

Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Jasper County Circuit Court:

Shana Nicole Hawkins vs. Charles Wayne Hawkins
James D. Hendrix vs. Tawana S. Hendrix
Glen W. Campbell vs. Tristan Campbell
Karli L. Engelage vs. Blake J. Engelage
Ethan R. Giertz. vs. Tracy D. Giertz
Bryanna Sue N. Wilson vs. Eric A. Wilson
Virginia L. Ryan vs. Danny L. Ryan

Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in Newton County Circuit Court:

Megan C. Reasoner vs. Dakota W. Reasoner
Kenneth S. Johnson vs. Mendal K. Johnson
Troy D. McDaniel vs. Ronda R. McDaniel
Donna C. Carr vs. Allen W. Carr
Sharon S. Orcutt vs. Robin L. Orcutt

McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

The following petitions for dissolution of marriage were filed this week in McDonald County Circuit Court:

Carl S. Reiter vs. Christina K. Reiter
Michelle E. Ruiz vs. Paulino R. Muniz

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 21-22

01/21/2016 1000
CHELSEA DAWN GARCIA
1122 Connecticut Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 24 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/21/2016 0121 
DAVID WESLEY RHODES 
500 N Travis Acres Rd, BLK JOPLIN, MO 64801 
WM 35 1600 E 7TH ST 500.00 
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 
3 1 NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 
2 1 SPEED LIMIT ON SPECIFIC STREET 

01/21/2016 1009
JACQUE ERSKIN
206 N Harlem Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801-0000
WF 67 530 E 34TH ST 0.00
1 1 MENTAL 96 HOUR HOLD

01/21/2016 1219
JESSE MANUEL HERNANDEZ
WM 23 303 E 3RD ST 0.00 911 JOPLIN, MO 64801
1 1 MENTAL 96 HOUR HOLD

01/21/2016 1218
JOSHUA CADE WILKINS
829 S Roosevelt Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 20 1931 S MAIN ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/21/2016 0915
DUSTIN EDWARD HOWERTON
5854 County Road 263 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 36 601- 211 PEARL AVE 10.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/21/2016 1600
STEPHANIE ANNE CHENTNIK
409 N Liberty WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WF 28 101 N RANGE LINE RD 10.00
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
1 1 LARCENY

01/21/2016 1745
MICHAEL DEWAYNE PALMER
819 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 31 819 S KENTUCKY AVE 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

01/21/2016 2115
LUKE EVANS ADAMS
2020 W 11th St, B JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 23 349 E 7TH ST/S KENTUCKY AVE 523.50
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

01/21/2016 2155
BRYAN RICHARD MESSNER
WM 34 631 W 8TH ST/S SERGEANT AVE 500.00 ORONOGO, MO 64855
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

01/22/2016 0045
CHRISTOPHER SHEA ZABASNIKI
1823 S Empire Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 23 849 W 6TH ST/S CONNOR AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
5 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/22/2016 0240
COREY MICHAEL WALSTEAD
1642 Mallard Dr DIAMOND, MO 64804
WM 23 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
\2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 21-22

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

Lindsey A. White Eagle, 39, Grove, Oklahoma
Brenden K. Dalton, 44, Springfield
Cody H. Hicks, 26, Neosho

City of Joplin to hold pre-disaster training workshops

(From the City of Joplin)

Citizens in southwest Missouri know about disasters. When Mother Nature delivers a frigid ice storm, a blasting blizzard, an impactful flood, or an extreme tornado, residents have weathered the storm, helping their family and friends affected. With these past experiences, we’ve heard the warnings: citizens fare best when they have a plan BEFORE the disaster strikes. However, many of us may have put the planning aside before it is completed, which could be problematic if something should occur in the future.

Now is the time to finish the plan with the assistance of some pre-disaster training workshops. The City of Joplin has partnered with St. Bernard Project, the non-profit that worked with Rebuild Joplin during the recovery from the 2011 tornado, and is offering several sessions for both homeowners and businesses.

The hour-long sessions will discuss the process of making an emergency plan, documents needed following a disaster, how to file an insurance claim, along with questions to ask your insurance agent to ensure proper coverage, and securing your home and property to avoid or reduce damage.

The session is free and offers a detailed checklist to help be prepared and a resource guide of both local and national agencies that can provide assistance following a disaster.

“This is a great opportunity to learn more about the simple steps you can do today to make tomorrow a bit easier,” said Stephen Grindle, Manager of Neighborhood Services for the City. “One hour could truly impact our citizens’ future, and we encourage all to attend.”

Representatives from Joplin Fire Department and Emergency Management will also be at the sessions to answer questions about local response in a disaster. In addition, attendees are encouraged to bring their weather radios if needing assistance in tuning to the proper channel(s) for your geographic area.

Times and dates for the Homeowners Sessions are: 7 p.m. Thursday, January 28; 1 p.m. Tuesday, February 2; 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Wednesday, February 17 and 6 p.m. Thursday, February 18.

Sessions for Small to Mid-Size Businesses will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, February 2 and Wednesday, February 17. All sessions will be held in the Council Chambers of Joplin City Hall, 602 South Main Street. Plenty of parking is conveniently located on the west side of the building. The evening entrance is also located on the west side of the building.

Reservations are not required for these free sessions. For more information, contact Neighborhood Services of Joplin City hall at 417-625-0820, ext. 518.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 20-21

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

Jennifer Moebius, 34, Plato
Sabrina K. Mellor, 47, Kissee Mills
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Seats still available in Joplin Citizens Academy

(From the City of Joplin)

Seats are still available for citizens interesting in joining others in their community to learn about their municipal government during the upcoming Citizens Academy this spring.

Starting March 1, the 11-week course offers Joplin residents, business owners and people who work in Joplin the opportunity to interact with local officials, tour City facilities and learn how to get more involved in the community. Participants will meet every department head and get an overview of the services and programs offered in each department.

Interested individuals can apply online at http://joplinmo.org/citizenapp or can pick up a form at the Information Desk in the main lobby of City Hall, 602 South Main Street. Applicants must be 18 years old or older. Both residents and non-residents are welcome to attend, however preference will be given to Joplin residents. There are still openings for the class that holds a maximum of 25 people. Applications are due by February 5.

Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., beginning March 1 until May 10. Applicants should be able to attend at least 9 of the 11 classes. The Citizens Academy is a free program. Classes will generally be held at City Hall. Some classes will include tours of other City facilities, with the City providing transportation to the tours.

This is the second Citizens Academy hosted by the City of Joplin. The first session was held in the fall of 2015, and received positive reviews from participants.

More information is available at: www.joplinmo.org/joplincitacademy or by contacting Brian Kelly, Assistant to the City Manager, at 417-624-0820, ext. 203.

Barton County Route V west of Irwin to close January 26

(From MODOT)

Barton County Route V CLOSED

West of Irwin Jan. 26 for Pipe Work

What: Barton County Route V CLOSED between I-49 and NW 10th Lane west of Irwin When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, January 26 Where: Route V CLOSED to allow MoDOT crews to replace a deteriorating drain pipe underneath the road Traffic Impacts: Drivers will have to find an alternate route around the closing.  Drivers will be able to get to driveways and other entrances on either side of the closing. However, they will NOT be able to travel through the work zone. Weather and/or work scheduling conflicts could postpone the project.

Route N east of Carytown to close next week

(From MODOT)

Jasper County Route N CLOSED

East of Carytown for Pipe Work Jan. 28

What: Jasper County Route N CLOSED near County Road 90 east of Carytown When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, January 28. Work rescheduled from Tuesday, January 19. Where: Route N CLOSED to allow MoDOT crews to replace deteriorating drain pipe underneath the road Traffic Impacts: Drivers will have to find an alternate route around the closing.  Drivers will be able to get to driveways and other entrances on either side of the closing. However, they will NOT be able to travel through the work zone. Weather and/or work scheduling conflicts could postpone the project.

Annex opening at allow Reynolds Hall renovation to begin at MSSU

(From Southern News Service)

As the Spring 2016 semester began earlier this week, students who ordinarily would have had classes on the third floor of Reynolds Hall found a new home in the Reynolds Annex building, located on the southwest side of campus.

The Board of Governors at Missouri Southern State University heard an update on the project during a meeting on Thursday, Jan. 21, before taking a tour of the annex, which will serve as a transitional space during the Reynolds renovation.

Last year, Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon announced funding that will allow for the renovation of the second oldest building on campus, which houses the biology, environmental health, physical science and mathematics programs. House Bill 19 will provide $5.2 million for the project, while House Bill 17 contains an additional $1.5 million, which will be matched by the university.

“Right now, the third floor of Reynolds is empty,” said Rob Yust, vice president for business affairs. “The contractor will be in there over the course of the spring semester to do light demo work. After the spring semester and prior to the start of summer classes, they’ll be doing heavy demo.

“Hopefully by this time next year, we’ll be able to utilize the third floor and then empty the first floor for the same sort of process.”

While that work continues, students and faculty are being housed in the new annex. The 15 mobile units that make up the building were delivered to campus after being purchased from SEMA, said Bob Harrington, director of the Physical Plant at Missouri Southern.

“At the time, we were we were talking about remodeling Reynolds and trying to figure out how to handle the labs,” said Harrington. “Moving math classes is easy, but labs are a whole different project.

“The units we purchased were used by Joplin High School at Northpark Mall after the tornado. After the new high school opened, FEMA put them in storage and then gave them to SEMA.”

The university studied how the high school had utilized the units and came up with a plan to assemble them as a 12,766-square-foot space for labs, classrooms and faculty offices. Faculty members were brought in to help design the layout for the labs to best suit the needs of their students.

The annex was completed over Christmas break with the delivery of cabinets, tables, lab equipment and supplies for Reynolds Hall.

Yust said Missouri Southern is already looking beyond the renovations in Reynolds Hall when it comes to uses for the annex.

“Once work in Reynolds is complete and everybody is out of the annex into their permanent home, it can be used for other purposes,” he said. “We’ll always need transition areas for classes and to make room for further expansion.”

The meeting marked the first for Anita Y. Oplotnik, who was appointed to the Board of Governors earlier this month by Gov. Jay Nixon.

Oplotnik is a branch manager in Springfield for the financial advisor firm of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, and has been with the firm since 2005. Prior to that, she was with Bank of America in Springfield from 1989 to 2005. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from Missouri Southern and her MBA in finance from Missouri State University.

Her term will end Aug. 30, 2021.

Presentation of discoveries at Civil War Park set for January 28

(From the City of Joplin)

On Thursday, January 28, the public is invited to hear a special presentation from Chris Dukes about his archaeological discovery at the Jasper County Civil War Park. Following his presentation, “Unearthing the Past - The Discovery at Sherwood/Rader Farm Civil War Park, Inc.”, four area authors will participate in a Civil War roundtable discussion. This event of historical information begins at 7 p.m. and will be held in the Corley Auditorium at Missouri Southern State University.

During two days in May of 1863 the severe brutality of the Civil War became painfully real to the soldiers and residents of western Jasper County. These two days would be remembered forever in the annals of history leaving a lasting mark on the members of the 1st Kansas Colored Infantry Regiment and the area around the town of Sherwood, Missouri. Much has been researched and written of these volatile 48 hours. The purpose of the evening is to dig deeper into the story as we uncover additional information and evidence from these events.

Dukes, a Missouri State University graduate student, is the keynote speaker and will discuss in detail the 57 Civil War related artifacts he uncovered at the Jasper County Civil War Park site. Following his presentation, four noted area authors will share their thoughts, knowledge, passion and expertise delving deeper into the significance of the two days in May as well as elaborate on Chris Dukes’ discovery. Steve Cottrell, Steve Weldon, Roland Diggs Sr., and Larry Wood will make up the roundtable panel.

Following their discussion the premier of a six-minute promotional film will showcase the future plans at the Sherwood/Rader Farm Civil War Park site.

Co-sponsors for the evening are the Southwest Archaeological Society and the Missouri Southern State University Social Science Department. Missouri Southern State University television station KGCS will record the night’s program.

For further information contact Brad Belk, president of the Sherwood/Rader Farm Civil War Park, Inc. Belk will serve as the master of ceremonies for the evening, and can be reached at 417-623-1180.