Jasper County Marriage Licenses

Delonte Ray Colbert, 36, Carl Junction, and Stephanie M. Coffey, 38, Carl Junction

David Lee Barber, 22, Webb City, and Tasha Leeann Daniels, 29, Webb City

Matthew Rushane Waite, 22, Saginaw, and Krista Kay Hoyt, 32, Saginaw

Jeffrey Daniel Butler, 20, Utica, Ohio, and Shelby Rae Bradley, 19, Diamond

Ralph Foster Hardy, 45, Joplin, and Julia Ann Hardy, 45, Joplin

Prabhdeep Singh Benipal, 31, Joplin, and Jessica Rose Waldo, 24, Joplin

Raymond Jones Herrera, 63, Carthage, and Sharon Kay Herrera, 56, Carthage

Christopher Kyle Knight, 31, Seneca, and Midreal Louise Agholor, 24, Seneca

Eric Pierce Mattice, 19, Carthage, and Cheyenne Dakota Hall, 19, Carthage

William Patrick Gilliam, 43, Duenweg, and Donna Jean Chaffee, 45, Duenweg

Robert Troy Aikins, 40, Webb City, and Janna Lynn Snyder, 32, Webb City

Kevin Michael Boydston, 27, Joplin, and Lacie Jaye Collinge, 24, Joplin

Michael Allen Nolte, 56, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Kimberly Karen Mullen, 50, Owasso, Oklahoma

Jeremy Jay Vanover, 35, Carl Junction, and Nai Suei Yang, 25, Carl Junction

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Joplin men surrender to SWAT team at 626 South Moffett

(From the Joplin Police Department)

At 5:19 p.m. on Monday January 30th, an officer was driving through the area of 7th and Moffet when they saw a male they knew as Everett G. Britt b/m (29) of Joplin. 

Knowing that Britt had an active warrant for his arrest, officers went to contact Britt and he fled on foot. During the foot chase Britt was armed with a firearm. Britt attempted to elude officers by running into an apartment at 626 South Moffett. 

Joplin S.W.A.T. was activated and responded to the location. Negotiators

began communications with Britt and he eventually exited the apartment and was taken into custody. Also located in the apartment and taken into custody was John D. Tipton w/m (33) of Joplin. 

Britt’s warrant was for Failure to Appear on Felony Child Neglect out of Vernon County. He has also been placed on a hold for being a felon in possession of a firearm. 

Tipton’s warrants were for Failing to Appear on a Felony Receiving Stolen Property out of Jasper County and city warrant out of Webb City.

Both men are currently in custody at the Joplin City Jail.

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 30-31

01/30/2017 1030
CHARLES PATRICK ENGLISH
1632 S Murphy Ln JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 55 531 W 15TH ST/S MOFFET AVE 198.50
1 1 COMMIT

01/30/2017 1005
SARALINN STARR TAYLOR
63645 E 202 Road WYANDOTTE, OK 74370
WF 25 303 E 3RD ST 92.99
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/30/2017 1015
KENDRA NICOLE MEYER
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 33 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/30/2017 1653
SHEYLISE NOELLE FLETCHER
202 Henley St ALBA, MO 64830
WF 26 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 COMMIT

01/30/2017 1654
JESSE WAYNE DUNN
709 S Empire Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 37 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT

01/30/2017 1947
JAMES WILLIAM TWIGGER Jr
1311 E Hill St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 27 1311 E HILL ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/30/2017 2115
DAWN M BICKNELL
26125 Meadow Lane JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 45 303 E 3RD ST 491.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/30/2017 2128
QUINTIN LEWIS JAMES SWARENS
418 N Tennessee Av CARTERVILLE, MO 64835
WM 21 4240 HWY 43 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/30/2017 2340
AMANDA MAE GREGG
209 Fairway Dr CARL JUNCTION, MO 64834
WF 27 W C ST/N BYERS AVE 500.00
3 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
1 1 ASSAULT OFFICER
2 1 ASSAULT OFFICER

01/31/2017 0015
THORTON M HOUSTON II
WM 42 1408 E NORTH ST 373.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/31/2017 0030
JUSTIS LUKE DYER
1519 Woodland Crossing WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WM 22 1349 W 8TH ST/S PORTER AVE 500.00
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
2 1 COMMIT

01/31/2017 0010
DUSTIN JOSEPH PURDHAM
2228 Quincy Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 29 1349 W 8TH ST/S PORTER AVE 500.00
2 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

01/31/2017 0030
DALTON BOYD CANDELARIA
14 Tanglewood Dr CARL JUNCTION, MO 64834
WM 25 1349 W 8TH ST/S PORTER AVE 500.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

01/31/2017 0030
DAKOTA KENDRICK OGDEN
3137 S Oliver Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 25 1349 W 8TH ST/S PORTER AVE 500.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

Duenweg man injured in two-vehicle collision on I-44

A Duenweg man was injured in a two-vehicle collision 8:30 p.m. Monday on I-44, two miles east of Sarcoxie.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2006 Dodge van driven by Louis J. Sass, 37, Duenweg, struck the rear of a 2009 Freightliner driven by Blaise Kezlumurenyi, 41, Euless, Texas.

Sass was treated for minor injuries at Mercy Hospital, Joplin.

Sheriff's Office arrests Carl Junction woman on DWI charge

January 30, 2017
Daily News
Jasper County Sheriff’s Office

1/27/2017 Ninna S. Walkup, 57 of Carl Junction, was arrested for DWI.

The charge for which the above was arrested is a mere accusation and is not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of the charge must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 29-30

01/27/2017 1019
ROSILAN L WATTS
1958 S Black Cat Rd JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 39 1149 E 4TH ST/S MICHIGAN AVE 500.00
2 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/27/2017 1002
SABREENA DESIREE MURRAY
1909 S Moffet Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 27 1001 W 10TH ST/S CHESTNUT AVE 248.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 1115
KAYLA MARIE SMITH
576 S Nebraska Ln JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 30 303 E 3RD ST 214.00
1 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 1115
JACOB LEON DOMINGUEZ
69381 E 15 Rd QUAPAW, OK 64801
WM 32 531 S KENTUCKY AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 1030
BROCK JOHN KING
222 S Jackson Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 350.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 1030
AARON CHRISTOPHER TROTTER
615 Patterson DUENWEG, MO 64841
WM 23 303 E 3RD ST 588.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 1203
DONTAY MILLS L
11849 Elm Rd CARTHAGE, MO 65803
BM 24 303- 3RD ST E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/27/2017 1323
KELSEY SAMONE HAMLIN
915 N Henning Ave GALENA, KS 66739
WF 28 303 E 3RD ST 164.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 1228 
BOBBY G COPE III
4131 W 20TH ST/S COUNTRY CLUB DR
WM 37 500.00 430 S Valley NEOSHO, MO 
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 
7 1 NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 
4 1 CARELESS DRIVING 
6 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED 
5 1 COMMIT

 01/27/2017 1702
ABIGAIL HALEY EULLER
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 23 300 S MAIN ST 0.00
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

01/27/2017 1848
TIMOTHY W COPELAND
901 W A St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 53 6TH & JACKSON 496.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 1848
JERRY LEE COPELAND
606 S Sergeant Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 47 749 W 6TH ST/S JACKSON AVE 225.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

01/27/2017 2000
RENEE E MOWE
22960 Heather Ln WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WF 31 3600 S RANGE LINE RD 164.00
1 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 1436
SHAWNA LEA TITUS
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 40 1832- B W 24TH ST 500.00
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 COMMIT
5 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 2109
STEVEN JOSEPH BROWN
WM 39 303 E 3RD ST 303.50
1123 Prospect CARTHAGE, MO 64836
1 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 2050
BRETT ALLEN PLUMMER
116 Patriots Lane HERITAGE LAKE, IA 46121
WM 55 531 S KENTUCKY AVE 200.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT
5 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 2255
MIKE KEVIN WILLIAMS
301 N Jackson JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 54 2623 W 7TH ST 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

01/27/2017 2118
CARL BENJAMIN LONG
1602 S Minnesota Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 24 849 W 6TH ST/S CONNOR AVE 553.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 2204
DEITRIK NADEN CROW
1130 Woodland Dr WEBB CITY, MO 64870
BM 22 531 W 12TH ST/S MOFFET AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/27/2017 2255
MICHAEL KEVIN WILLIAMS
121 N Jackson JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 54 2623 W 7TH ST 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

01/27/2017 2330
JOHNNY THOMAS TAYLOR
2644 Harrison Apt #203 KANSAS CITY, MO 64108
BM 29 E 15TH ST/S CONNECTICUT AVE 500.00
1 1 OTHER CITY WARRANT
2 1 OTHER CITY WARRANT

01/27/2017 2250
STEPHEN ALLEN CLADWELL
1818 N 76th KANSAS CITY, KS 66102
BM 20 1736 W B ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/28/2017 0211 
ANDREW W WELCH 
1719 Redwood Dr WEBB CITY, MO 64870 
WM 31 1249 W 7TH ST/S EMPIRE AVE 500.00 
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

01/28/2017 0537
JOHNNY LEE HINDS Jr
921.5 W 5th JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/28/2017 0817
JEFFREY TODD DAMPIER
3302 S Kenser Ct JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 45 2802 S PRIGMORE 0.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/28/2017 0905
MITCHELL LEE SIMPSON
1335 Ryan Rd DUQUESNE, MO 64801
WM 23 1335 RYAN RD 0.00
1 1 PROPERTY DAMAGE

01/28/2017 1239
DON EMERY BROWN Jr
20311 Hannah CARTERVILLE, MO 64835
WM 53 1800 E 7TH ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/28/2017 1425
ROBERT JAMES BRUNS
911 S Mckinley Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 55 9TH & MCKINLEY AVE 0.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/28/2017 1626
MICHAEL ABE CHANDLER
1911 Chris Lane JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 59 1605 W 7TH ST 0.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/28/2017 1632
SHAWN LALOND
306 Pobox PAYSON, IL 62360
WM 26 2217- C S MAIN ST 0.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

01/28/2017 1846
MICHAEL KEVIN WILLIAMS
121 N Jackson JOPLIN, MO 64801
54 449 S JACKSON AVE/W 5TH ST 500.00
1 1 LARCENY

01/28/2017 1949
SUSAN DAWN BRESEE
217 N Buchanan Rd JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 35 3RD / HIGHLAND 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/28/2017 2330
JESSLYN MARIE JOHNSON
4788 County Road 200 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 27 2307 W 7TH ST 89.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/29/2017 0052
ROBERT JAMES HADDENHAM
222 N Porter Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 38 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/29/2017 0158
GARRETT E SLANKARD
411 W Maple St COLUMBUS, KS 66725
WM 19 1800 W 7TH ST 500.00
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

01/29/2017 0318
JOSELLYN MAGAN HOPE TACKETT
WF 21 2824 E 19TH ST 500.00
6186 E 3rd REEDS, MO 64859
1 1 ASSAULT - CITY

01/30/2017 0005
EMILY RENEA MOSER
1806 S Porter Ave, 11 JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 30 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/30/2017 0005
MONTEZ LARON BAILEY
6519 Charlotte KANSAS CITY, MO 64131
BM 27 162 I-44E HWY/REST AREA RD 0.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

01/30/2017 0105
ZAVEON JUSTICE THOMAS
1005 E Central St JOPLIN, MO 64801
2225 E ZORA ST/N INDEPENDENCE AVE
BM 23 225.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
2 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

JFD responds to electrical fire at 130 N. Jackson

(From the Joplin Fire Department)

The Joplin Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire at 130 N Jackson on Saturday, 28 January, at 2:34 AM. The first crew arrived at 2:38 AM and found a single story wood frame home with light smoke showing. The occupant was standing in the front yard and stated that smoke was coming from his back bedroom. Crews entered the structure and used a Thermal Imaging Camera to find the fire in the attic above the living room. Crews were able extinguish the fire and used salvage tarps to cover the area. The fire was declared out at 3:00 AM and crews remained on scene until 4:14 AM.

The structure was occupied by James L Roush and owned by Sharon Worden.

There were no injuries to civilians or firefighting crews.

The fire department responded with 6 apparatus and 17 personnel and was assisted by the Joplin Police Department and METS Ambulance Service.

The fire was ruled accidental, cause was electrical.

Joplin teen named as second victim in East Zora shooting

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Update #1
The second gunshot victim’s information has been released. Paul G. Haney (19) of Joplin was the subject that was transported by EMS from his residence at 2334 East Zora to a local hospital for treatment.

Earlier news release

On Sunday, January 29th, 2017 at about 11:05p.m. officers with the Joplin Police Department responded along with other emergency service units to the 2300 block of East Zora in reference to a shooting.

On arrival, officers found Taven L. Williams (21) of Joplin deceased.

A second subject was transported to a Joplin hospital for treatment of injuries sustained from a gunshot.

An autopsy for Williams has been scheduled for later today.

The Joplin Police Department’s Investigation Unit is continuing to work the case. We would ask that anyone with information in regard to this event contact the Joplin Police Department at 417.623.3131.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

Joplin Police searching for runaway teen

(From the Joplin Police Department)

***UPDATE: This person has been located. Thank you to all who assisted. 

The Police Department is requesting assistance from the community in locating Marquon Santroy-Pullum who is 16 years old.

Marquon is listed as a runaway and was last seen around 21st and S Annie Baxter Ave at 8 p.m. on Sunday January 29th. 

Marquon suffered from medical issues. 

If you have seen Marquon or know of his location you are asked to call the Police Department at 417.623.3131.

Joplin Police, Ozarks Drug Enforcement arrest two on cocaine distribution charges

(From Ozark Drug Enforcement Team)

On 01/28/2017 Ozarks Drug Enforcement Team and Joplin Patrol Officers arrested Kenneth Vincent 54 from Grandview MO.

Vincent was in possession of Crack Cocaine, Powder Cocaine and Marijuana. Vincent was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute. Vincent was stopped in a vehicle by Joplin Patrol units at 2nd and Virginia in Joplin.

On 01/28/2017 Ozarks Drug Enforcement Team and Joplin Patrol Officers arrested Robert Blackwell 48 from Lee Summit MO. Blackwell was in possession of Crack Cocaine. Blackwell was in possession of 9 baggies of suspected Crack Cocaine and was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute. Blackwell was contacted at 526 N. Main in Joplin.

Crowder College weekly update

(From Crowder College)

Academics

·         Programs currently accepting application for Fall 2017 include:

o   Nursing Programs at Nevada & McDonald County: http://www.crowder.edu/academics/departments/nursing/applications/

o   Veterinary Technology: http://www.crowder.edu/academics/departments/agriculture/vet-tech/

o   Paramedic: http://www.crowder.edu/academics/departments/allied-health/paramedic/

Athletics

·         The Roughrider Basketball team will host Moberly, Wed., Feb. 1, at 6:00pm. For a complete schedule go to: http://crowderathletics.com/sports/wbkb/2016-17/schedule

·         The Roughrider Softball team opens play Feb. 3 in Kilgore, TX. Home opener scheduled for Feb. 23 at 2pm.

·         The Roughrider Baseball team opens play at home on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 1pm.

·         The Roughrider Soccer team will host the 35^th Annual Thunderdome tournament, March 10-11. This is an indoor soccer tournament and fundraiser for the team. Registration is open now: BradSmith@Crowder.edu or 417.455.5443.

Campus Events

·         The Business Division Spring Kickoff in Wright Conf. Center, Tues., Jan. 31, 12:15-1:15pm. Business Majors wanting to check out PBL please attend. For more information contact the Business Division: 417.455.5504

·         PTK Spring Induction Sunday, Feb. 26, 2pm, Wright Conference Center. Letters of invitation to join should be arriving soon.

·         Transfer Workshops available at various campus locations:

o   Nevada – Feb. 1, 12-1pm in Room 217

o   Neosho – Feb. 9, 11am-12pm in McDonald Hall Room 220

·         Resume’ and Cover Letter Workshops on Neosho campus:

o   Feb. 2, 1-2pm in McDonald Hall Room 220

o   March 1, 3-4pm in McDonald Hall Room 220

·         Career Exploration Workshops on Neosho campus:

o   Feb. 22, 2-3pm in McDonald Hall Room 220

·         The Career & Transfer Services Office has scheduled several University Campus visits for students preparing to transfer. To sign up please contact Jamie Stanley: 417.455.5616 or email: SSC@Crowder.edu

o   MSSU, Joplin, MO – February 24

o   PSU, Pittsburg, KS – March 3

o   MSU, Springfield, MO – March 9

o   U of A, Fayetteville, AR – March 31

o   MO S&T, Rolla, MO – April 7

Community Events

·         The Crowder Quill is accepting entries for 2017. The Quill is a literary-art magazine produced by Crowder students and includes the following categories: Nonfiction, Fiction, Poetry, 2D Media, 3D Art, Digital Art, Color and Black & White Photography.  Entry information may be found at: crowderquill.com

·         The Friends of the Lee Library are currently taking donations of books for the Used Book Sale that will take place April 11-13, Wright Conference Center (Room C). If you have books you would like to donate please contact the Library at: 417.455.5610.

·         International Student Market on Monday from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM in the Student Center on the Neosho campus. Students have food and cultural items from their native countries for sale. For more information contact: SarahHorine@Crowder.edu

Foundation

·         Crowder College Foundation Scholarships for 2017-18 applications available. Priority deadline is April 1.

http://www.crowder.edu/foundation-alumni/scholarships/application/

Agenda posted for Solid Waste Advisory Commission meeting

SOLID WASTE ADVISORY COMMISSION 
AGENDA FOR THE REGULAR MEETING 
Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. 
Joplin City Hall Fifth Floor Conference Room 1

1. Roll Call

a. Introduction of New Commissioner
b. Announcement of Commission Reappointments

2. Approval of October 2016 Minutes

3. New Business a. Presentation by Susan Adams, General Manager regarding the new Joplin Workshops, Inc. recycling program

4. Old Business
a. Curbside Recycling Updates
b. Recycling Center Updates

5. Other Business

6. Set Next Meeting Date

Springdale Police searching for these men, suspects in Newton County theft

(From the Springdale Police Department)

The two male subjects in the picture are suspects in theft of a Rawhide Portable Cattle Corral that was stolen in Newton County, MO.

This photo was taken at a local retailer where the two subjects purchased bolt cutters that were used in the commission of the theft. 

If anyone recognizes either or both please feel free to call the Springdale Police Department's Criminal Investigation Division at 479-750-8139 or the anonymous tip line at 479-750-4484

Joplin man dead, another injured following shooting on East Zora

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On Sunday, January 29th, 2017 at about 11:05p.m. officers with the Joplin Police Department responded along with other emergency service units to the 2300 block of East Zora in reference to a shooting.

On arrival, officers found Taven L. Williams (21) of Joplin deceased.

A second subject was transported to a Joplin hospital for treatment of injuries sustained from a gunshot.

An autopsy for Williams has been scheduled for later today.

The Joplin Police Department’s Investigation Unit is continuing to work the case. We would ask that anyone with information in regard to this event contact the Joplin Police Department at 417.623.3131.

More information will be released as it becomes available.

Barton County Sheriff's Office Arrests

David D. Tiger, driving while intoxicated
Terry Lee Long, left the scene of a motor accident
Dwayne Wesley Taylor, contempt of court, endangering the welfare of a child
Amelia Ruth Watkins, contempt of court, failure to appear on no license plate, failure to appear on failure to maintain financial responsibility
Jeremy Lee Robinson, failure to appear on speeding
Stacy R. Howard, failure to appear on driving while revoked, failure to appear on speeding
Annetta Renee Kuhn, shock incarceration
Trey Michael Blackmon, assault

Exeter man arrested for DWI after crashing into bridge on 1-44 near Carthage

An Exeter man was charged with driving while intoxicated following a one-vehicle accident 8:26 p.m. Sunday on I-44, two miles south of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, Michael W. Harper, 45, Exeter, driving a 2003 Chevrolet 2500 pickup, lost control and struck a bridge.

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

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 29-30

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

David D. Tiger, 42, Little Rock, Arkansas
Michael W. Harper, 45, Exeter

Roy Blunt on Trump immigration order: Our top priority should be to keep America safe

Senator Roy Blunt issued the following statement on President Donald Trump's executive order on immigration:

“He (President Trump) is doing what he told the American people he would do. I would not support a travel ban on Muslims; I do support increased vetting on people applying to travel from countries with extensive terrorist ties or activity. These seven countries meet that standard. Our top priority should be to keep Americans safe.”

Video- Missouri House majority, minority weekly news conferences

Video- Missouri Senate week in review: Right to work bill passes

Shooting of farm animals, lamp posts reported in Goodman area

(From the McDonald County Sheriff's Office)

****Attention Goodman Area****

The Sheriff's Office has had several reports overnight (Friday) that someone was going around Allison Road, Erie Road, and Garner Road area shooting. We had several reports of lamp posts and farm animals being shot next to the road. If anyone has information about these please call the dispatch center at 417-223-4318 or if you see suspicious activity call 911.

Thank you all for following us and helping us.

Joplin man injured in accident on I-44 near Mt. Vernon

A Joplin man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 1:30 a.m. today on I-44, at the 51.8 mile marker four miles east of Mt. Vernon.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by Keenan P. Page, 29, Joplin, left the roadway and overturned.

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

Highway Patrol arrests Joplin woman for DWI, endangering a child

The Highway Patrol arrested a Joplin woman for driving while intoxicated 11:11 p.m. Saturday in Cass County.

Savanna Stripling, 20, was also cited for endangering a child and for a lane violation.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 28-29

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

Ovidio A. Fuentes, 57, Carthage
Samantha L. Koehler, 25, Springfield
Jared R. Euliss, 23, Morrisville
Jeffrey D. Kleysteuber, 33, Ridgedale

Joplin woman arrested for DWI following accident on 249

A Joplin woman was charged with driving while intoxicated following a one-vehicle accident 2:50 a.m. today on MO 249, a half mile south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2007 Hummer H3 driven by Elisha R. Mansour, 22, Joplin, ran off the roadway and overturned.

Mansour, who elected to seek her own treatment for minor injuries, was also cited for careless and imprudent driving, no seat belt, and no insurance.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 27-28

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

Trevor G. Wheeler, 17, Conway
Jeremiah J. Estes, 43, Chestnut Ridge
Elisha R. Mansour, 22, Joplin
Ethan J. Farr, 25, Bolivar
Jacob M. Youngblood, 29, Diamond
Eric M. Tomkins, 31, El Dorado Springs

MSSU activities for the week of January 30

(From Southern News Service)

The Dreams Come True Dance Club will present the “One City, One Dance” showcase at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, in Taylor Performing Arts Center at Missouri Southern State University.

The showcase will also feature performances by Ovations Dance Studio and the Carthage High School dance team. The free event is open to all ages.

Other activities include a photo booth, a Career Coach luncheon and screenings of Marvel’s “Doctor Strange.”

Monday, Jan. 30

Around the World Photo Booth: 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Billingsly Student Center. Students can have their pictures taken in a variety of global destinations; presented by the Campus Activities Board.

Tuesday, Jan. 31

Increasing Profitability Through Data Analysis: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Plaster School of Business. Workshop participants will learn key elements of comparing their current financial data with industry standard financial data. To register, contact the Small Business & Technology Development Center at 417-625-3128.

Wednesday, Feb. 1

Stuff a Lion – PJ Edition: 10:30 a.m., Billingsly Student Center. Students can create a pajama-clad stuffed lion.

Career Coach Series Leadership Luncheon: 12:20-12:50 p.m., Room 309 of Billingsly Student Center. The series features industry professionals speaking on a variety of topics to help you succeed in the workplace. Presented by Career Services, lunch will be provided.

Thursday, Feb. 2

“Doctor Strange”: 2:30 and 6:30 p.m., Phelps Theatre in Billingsly Student Center. Free to the campus community.

Friday, Feb. 3

“Doctor Strange”: 2:30 and 6:30 p.m., Phelps Theatre in Billingsly Student Center.

Saturday, Feb. 4

Women’s basketball vs. Pittsburg State: 1 p.m., Leggett & Platt Athletic Center.

Men’s basketball vs. Pittsburg State: 3 p.m., Leggett & Platt Athletic Center.

Ongoing

“Everything is Sacred, Nothing is Sacred and Other Modern Allegories”: Through Feb. 15 in Spiva Art Gallery. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Joplin woman, Carthage man injured in crash on 43

Two people were injured in a two-vehicle crash 3:15 p.m. today on MO 43, five miles south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2000 Ford F150 driven by Linda L. Crowder, 53, Joplin, was stopped in traffic and was struck in the rear by a 1999 Ford F-150 driven by Bob R. Barlow, 75, Carthage.

Crowder and Barlow were treated for moderate injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

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

David L. Vinyard vs. Gigi N. Vinyard
Hector R. Flores vs. Ashley A. DeMoss-Flores
Jessica A. Bolin vs. Travis S. Bolin
Heather C. Brock Maxwell vs. Robert E. Maxwell
Cassandra A. Pippin vs. Kenneth D. Pippin, Jr.
Sara Brusby vs. Justin Brusby
William W. Johnson vs. Renatta C. Johnson
John-Matthew A. Swords vs. Delia L. Swords
Heidi A. Wilks vs. Daniel R. Wilks
Gabriele P. Christophel vs. Alexander L. Christophel

Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

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

Sammy G. Schenck vs. Billie J. Schenck
Salina F. Schwartz vs. Curtis E. Schwartz
Kortney R. Rogillio vs. Roy B. Rogillio

McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petition

The following petition for dissolution of marriage was filed this week in McDonald County Circuit Court:

Margie S. Fox vs. Dwayne S. Fox

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 26-27

01/26/2017 0905
ROY EUGENE TURNER
4208 W 26th Pl JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 38 303 E 3RD ST 223.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/26/2017 0800
RYAN WESLEY VAUGHN
719 E 40th St JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 25 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/26/2017 0930
JAMES LUCAS BOYER
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 32 1549 W JUNGE BLVD/S MAIDEN LN 500.00
1 1 ASSAULT - CITY
2 1 LARCENY

01/26/2017 1050
JEREMY WAYNE FREEMAN
5176 Douglas Fir Rd JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 28 1849 E 4TH ST/S ST CHARLES AVE 0.00
1 1 DISPLAY OF STATE PLATES

01/26/2017 1525
ISAAC SEBASTIAN MILLER
1298 Spruce St GRANBY, MO 64801
WM 27 303 E 3RD ST 526.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT

01/26/2017 2120
JONATHAN RAY MYERS
706 S Rex Ave, L JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 28 706 S REX AVE 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY
2 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/26/2017 1428
KENDRA LEA ASHLEY
415 S 7th BAXTER SPRINGS, KS 67357
WF 25 1901 S PEARL AVE 0.00
1 1 MENTAL 96 HOUR HOLD

01/26/2017 1538
 RICHARD WAYNE CHOATE
 Homeless JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 62 3107 S RANGE LINE RD 225.00
5 1 PROHIBITED CONDUCT GENERALLY- COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS
4 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY
2 1 DISTURBING THE PEACE
1 1 UNLAWFUL USE OF WEAPONS CITY
3 1 PUBLIC CONSUMPTION

01/26/2017 2300
GLENN DALE II BRIGGS
624 N Tennessee Ave CARTERVILLE, MO 64835
WM 23 1111 N MAIN ST 225.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

01/26/2017 2330
TYLER JAMES BOATRIGHT
103 Schimm Cir Dr CARL JUNCTION, MO 64834
WM 24 303 E 3RD ST 300.00
1 1 COMMIT

01/26/2017 2249
PAUL RAY LONG
1274 W Estate Ln JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 35 100 E POOL ST/N MURPHY BLVD 500.00
3 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED
1 1 CARELESS DRIVING
2 1 FAIL TO YIELD TO EMERGENCY VEHICLE

01/27/2017 0009
JACE MICHAEL BURRIS
906 Euclid GALENA, KS 66739
WM 20 100 W 27TH ST/S MAIN ST 225.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 COMMIT

01/27/2017 0127
KRISTINE RUTH SCHUBERT
402 10th Ave Ne MIAMI, OK 74354
WF 46 1440 S MAIN ST/E 15TH ST 225.00
2 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

01/27/2017 0219
JEREMY MCCLOY SCOTT
5903 Stonehill Loop Rd CARTHAGE, MO 64836
WM 36 201 RIVIERA DR 500.00
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

Cassville man injured in one-vehicle accident on FF

A Cassville man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 12:50 p.m. today on Highway FF six miles east of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu driven by Paul D. Cook, 72, Cassville, ran off the south side of the roadway and struck a fence.

Cook was treated for minor injuries at Mercy Hospital, Joplin.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 26-27

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

Harry L. Vinson, 33, Joplin
Pau Lu, 24, Monett
Michael D. Whitely, 43, Goodman

Residents in Jasper Fire Protection District should see insurance rates drop

(From the Jasper Fire Protection District)

An announcement for the property owners in the Jasper Fire Protection District

You supported us just over a year ago by voting in the district and now we are working to return the support. I am pleased to announce that after several years of hard work by our firefighters and the support of the community that our ISO rating will drop to a class 6. This is a large drop for our community which was classified for years as a class 8B/9. This new classification will take effect on February 1st, 2017. This should result in a savings on your insurance for both residential and commercial property.

This rating is evaluated over several years’ worth of departmental records by ISO (Insurance Services Organization) which rates fire department capabilities on several items such as:

firefighter training
number of personnel
amount of water carried on vehicles
pumping capacity
equipment carried on vehicles
equipment test records
our response to structure fires
automatic and mutual aid
city water supply
rural water supply
dispatching capabilities
type of buildings within the district

These are just a few of the things that figure into the rating. While some things cannot be controlled by the district, we have vastly improved on others which has made the difference. Also the continuing support of the Missouri Department of Conservation has helped make this possible.

The new rating is for residents within 5 miles of the fire station. Anyone outside the 5 miles will remain as is for now. The firefighters and board of directors are currently looking at ways to improve the rating for the rest of the district.

You may need to contact your insurance company after February 1st to have the new rating take effect.

With your continued support we could potentially be able to lower the rating more in the future.

J.R. Good, District Chief

Carthage Police arrest suspect on burglary, meth charges

(From the Carthage Police Department)

On 01/22/2017 a burglary report was taken at Leggett & Platt 131 Zapletal Way. A building was broke into and items stolen. A credit card stolen during the burglary was used by the suspect to purchase several thousand dollars’ worth of items. Leads in the case lead detectives to arrest 46 year old Douglas Eugene Stafford. Most of the stolen items were recovered.

Douglas was charged with Burglary 2nd degree, Stealing-Felony, Fraudulent Use of a Credit/Debit Device-Felony, and Possession of a Controlled Substance-Methamphetamine. He is being held in the Jasper County Jail on a $10,000 cash only bond.

Sprinkler system contains fire at Webb City Health and Rehab

(From the Webb City Fire Department)

On January 25, 2017, at 10:49 p.m., the Webb City Fire Department received a call of an audible fire alarm at Webb City Health and Rehab located at 2077 Stadium drive.

Fire crews arrived to find a one-story structure with smoke at the rear of the building. The source of the alarm was determined to be coming from the laundry room.

Firefighters made entry into the building to conduct a search for occupants in the half that contained the laundry room. It was determined that the occupants had already been evacuated to a safe area by the staff of the facility.

The fire was contained to the laundry room by the activation of one sprinkler head, keeping the fire from spreading.

Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire very quickly and started overhaul operation to contain excess water flow.

The cause of the fire was determined to be unintentional and in the area of a wall heater unit.

The Webb City Police Department, METS Ambulance, and the Missouri State Fire Marshal's Office responded and asisted firefighters as needed. We would like to commend the staff of the facility for their quick and professional action in evacuating the occupants of the affected hall. It is because of their actions, and the actions of the fire sprinkler system that there were no injuries during this event.

Reception held to honor retiring Joplin police officer

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Today we celebrated the retirement of Captain Bob Higginbotham. 

Bob served the City of Joplin for 16 years as a police officer. He held positions as a patrol officer, traffic/dwi officer, Corporal, Sergeant, and upon retirement held the rank of Captain. 

Please join us in thanking him for his service to the community and wishing him luck on his future.

Jasper County Sheriff's Office Arrests

January 26, 2017 
Daily News 
Jasper County Sheriff’s Office 

1/24/17 Jamie L. Setser, 29 of Webb City, was arrested for Possession of Controlled Substance, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Careless and Imprudent.

1/25/17 Carrie A. Carter, 40 of Pittsburg, was arrested for Fugitive From Out of State.

The charges for which the above were arrested are mere accusations and are not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 25-26

01/25/2017 0800
DARRYL WAYNE MILLER
1408 E North St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 54 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/25/2017 0800
STEVEN JOHN MARTIN
1706 W 3rd St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 34 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/25/2017 0900
CHERITY MARIE ROLAND
2330 W 76 BRANSON, MO 65616
WF 29 303 E 3RD ST 496.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT
5 1 COMMIT

01/25/2017 0900
CHARLES WAYNE WILLIAMS
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 COMMIT
5 1 COMMIT

01/25/2017 0800
HANNAH MICHELLA MYERS
6336 Gateway Drive JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 20 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

01/25/2017 1022
CIERRA NICOLE WALKER
104 S Patterson Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
BF 31 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/25/2017 1245
KENDRA LEA ASHLEY
415 S 7th BAXTER SPRINGS, KS 67357
WF 25 2948 E 32ND ST/S RANGE LINE RD 175.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT

01/25/2017 1547
ERICA FAYE TYGART
412 Hilltop NOEL, MO 64854
WF 30 5615 W 32ND ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/25/2017 1535
CHRISTINA ELIZABETH DHAR
1827 S Picher Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 24 1827 S PICHER AVE 500.00
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/25/2017 1830
TANDRA KHRISTINA SAMPSON
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 38 2949 E 15TH ST/S RANGE LINE RD 225.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

01/25/2017 1715
JEREMY JACOB GREEN
225 Tower Rd GRANBY, MO 64844
249 E 8TH ST/S PENNSYLVANIA AVE
WM 37 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT

01/25/2017 1825
MIA SAMANTHA M SCHULZ
1700 W 30th St JOPLIN, MO 64804
931 N LONE ELM RD/W MURPHY BLVD
WF 32 300.00
1 1 COMMIT

01/25/2017 2010
EDDIE LEE PAYNE
723 N Jackson Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
BM 32 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/25/2017 2315
JOHN TYLER GOSWICK
2701 S Joplin Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT

01/25/2017 2353
TREVOR ELLIOT BYRD
WM 26 2615 S BYERS AVE 0.00
1 1 LARCENY

01/25/2017 2340
DAVID JAMES WILEY
114 N Cox Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 25 401 N CONNOR AVE 500.00
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT

01/26/2017 0135
JOEY ALLEN CAULK
1023 Arcadia Ln JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 46 131 W 5TH ST/S JOPLIN AVE 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

01/26/2017 0650
SHARON KAY GODFREY
611 S Walnut Ridge Dr DUQUESNE, MO 64801
WF 35 1600 E 7TH ST 0.00
1 1 NO VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

Jasper County Weather Spotter training class set for February 7

(From Joplin Emergency Management)

The 2017 Jasper County Weather Spotter Training Class will be on Tuesday, February 07 at 6:30 PM.

The class will be held at the Anderson Auditorium (Police Academy), MSSU, 3801 E. Newman Road.

There is no address on the building itself. It is on the North side of Newman Rd, directly across from the main campus entrance.

The class is open to anyone who wishes to attend. There is no charge, nor is there any need to pre-register. Just come as you are and enjoy 90 minutes of interesting weather information presented by a Meteorologist from the Springfield Office of the National Weather Service.

Springfield man charged with DWI following accident near Sarcoxie

(CORRECTED VERSION)

A Springfield man was charged with driving while intoxicated following a one-vehicle accident 3:40 p.m. Wednesday on MO 37 three miles south of Sarcoxie.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2000 Lincoln LS driven by Christopher B. Douglas, 25, Springfield, crossed the center line, overcorrected, ran off the right side of the roadway and struck a tree.

A passenger, Dakota K. Maynard, 21, Neosho, was treated for minor injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Douglas was also charged with careless and imprudent driving and for not wearing a seat belt.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 25-26

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

Kimberly G. Piper, 28, Strafford
Brittany A. Gray, 29, Joplin
Christopher B. Douglas, 25, Springfield
Brandon L. Mosner, 33, Republic

Reception planned for longtime Lockwood teachers' 50th wedding anniversary

A reception for  longtime Lockwood High School teachers Larry and Melinda Dixon 50th wedding anniversary will be held Saturday. Jan 28, 2 to 4 pm at First Baptist Church, Lockwood, Fellowship Hall. Friends and family are invited.

After meeting over a game of cards in the student union at Pittsburg State University as freshmen in 1965, Larry and Melinda (Peebles) Dixon married two years later and have continued to be partners in life for 50 years.

 Melinda grew up in Wichita, Kansas, the daughter of Harry (HAP) Peebles, a country music promoter across the Midwest, and Phyllis Peebles, a registered nurse. Larry grew up in Heavener, Oklahoma, the son of railroad engineer, Carl, and Francis Dixon. Both chose Pittsburg State University, following older siblings – Jim Dixon and Carol Peebles.

The couple were married Jan. 25, 1967, in Pittsburg State's Timmon's chapel, after finishing finals the day before. The ceremony was officiated by Bro. Albert Moore, an old family friend. Best men were Bobby Jack Duncan and Bob Hall and maids of honor were Nancy Thornhill and Margie Alger. Melinda’s dream was and became teaching.

Melinda’s first year of teaching, after graduating with two bachelor’s degrees in history and Spanish, was at Lockwood High School in the fall of 1968, where she taught Spanish, American and Missouri history, sociology and psychology. She taught at Lockwood High School for another 43 years, taking off one year to work on her Master's degree while Larry was deployed overseas.

In the late 1970s, she also took on the role as part-time high school counselor. In the community, Melinda was involved with teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School classes at First Baptist Church, as well as serving as Sunday school superintendent for 15 years. She served nearly 20 years as president of the local chapter of the women educator’s sorority, Delta Kappa Gamma, being the first Lockwood teacher to join in 1976.

Melinda dedicated herself to Lockwood’s Scholars Bowl (academic) program, which began only as a Monett radio program quiz tournament once or twice a year in 1972. By 1975, she had the shop teacher build a set of wooden buzzer boxes and was traveling with a team to nearby tournaments.

In 1977, with the help of Larry, she instigated the Lockwood Invitational Tournament, which became one of the premier academic tournaments of the area. In 1985 she drafted the by-laws for the original Midwest Conference Scholar’s Bowl tournament and soon after, she and Larry started L&M Question Service writing tournament questions. They also became involved with the Missouri Academic Coaches Association in the early 1990s, being part of the organizing for academic teams to fall under the Missouri State High School Activities Association.

Larry and Melinda then, in conjunction with Lamar's academic coach, created the Mind Games tournament in 1993 One of the largest annual tournaments ever in southwest Missouri it averaged 64 teams participating (with a high of 78) until its demise in 2012 with Melinda's retirement. Melinda was honored with the Carol Farmer Founder’s Award from the state coaches’ association in 1997 and served as the organization’s president in 2000. Her academic teams won over 1600 hundred games with her as coach finishing first in over 60 tournaments with teams finishing 2nd, two 3rds, and a 4th in state tournament competition.

In 2013, she was recognized through the University of Missouri-Columbia Missouri Scholar’s Academy as an Outstanding Teacher, nominated by former student John Barber.

Larry earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemistry from PSU and received his commission as a second lieutenant through the ROTC program. He attended signal corps officer basic at Ft. Gordon, Georgia, and then was assigned as communications officer to a Pershing Missile Battalion at Fort Sill, Oklahoma in 1969. He was then deployed to Vietnam to the 39th Signal Battalion as the Battalion Wire Officer and later Battalion Adjutant at a base called “Plantation” between Long Bihn and Bihn Hoa. As wire officer, he was responsible for all of south central South Vietnam's military telephone lines and, later, as adjutant for the entire battalion's administration. Before he was sent home in 1971, he was awarded the bronze star for service.

Upon his separation from service he went to work for Eagle Pitcher Industry as a power systems engineer. During his three years there his assignments included analysis of NASA's Lunar Rover's batteries, development of batteries for the Space Shuttle, and various missile battery systems for the defense department including the Tomahawk cruise missile. He left that position to be able to spend more time with his wife and new daughter. He taught science at Miller High School before being hired at Lockwood High School, where he taught full-time until 2001 and then continued part time for another 10 years. He was named a Joplin Globe Distinguished Educator in 1993 after being nominated by former student Justin Ogden, who is now an orthopedic surgeon in Lamar.

In the Lockwood community, Larry continues to teach Sunday school at First Baptist Church. He previously has served on the city’s Park Board and currently is a member of the Library Board. Larry and Melinda were the grand marshals of the 2015 Lockwood September Days, as representatives of teachers in the community. They enjoy hearing updates from their former students and have taken advantage of their retirement to spend more time with family and growing a vegetable garden. They also continue to write questions for academic tournaments and provide occasional tutoring for local youth.

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 24-25

01/24/2017 0900
SAVANNAH LYNN JACOBS
1123 Grand CARTHAGE, MO 64850
WF 26 303 E 3RD ST 273.50
1 1 COMMIT

01/24/2017 0751
CRYSTAL LEE HAASE
1027 N Moffet Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 44 W 10TH ST/S BYERS AVE 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/24/2017 0900
JULIA CHRISTINE TUCKER
9628 County Ln 245 WEBB CIITY, MO 64870
WF 22 303 E 3RD ST 197.50
1 1 COMMIT

01/24/2017 0900
SHARI LYN LAW
3415 Bay Rd JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 47 303 E 3RD ST 498.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/24/2017 0848
MARCUS LAMONT JOHNSON
821 S Picher Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
BM 26 821- S S PICHER AVE 225.00
3 1 COMPLIANCE W/ REQUEST FOR INFO BY POLICE OFFICERS
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA
2 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

01/24/2017 0900
STEVEN GREGORY PRALL
951 South Malang Road JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 523.50
1 1 COMMIT

01/24/2017 0900
JOHN ROBERT HESS
323 S Main CARTHAGE, MO 64836
WM 47 303 E 3RD ST 426.50
1 1 COMMIT

01/24/2017 0928
DONNA FAYE OLSON
106 N Oak Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 51 1501 N RANGE LINE RD 0.00
1 1 LARCENY - SHOPLIFTING

01/24/2017 1022
TODD MIKEL MITTS
706 N Washington CARTERVILLE, MO 64835
WM 50 303 E 3RD ST 471.50
1 1 COMMIT

01/24/2017 0935
DAVID TYLER INGLE
602 W 5th St, 104 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 28 602 W 5TH ST 225.00
2 1 EXCESSIVE NOISE
1 1 RESIST / INTERFERE W/ ARREST

01/24/2017 1120
JAMES ALEN WALKER
412 W. 21st Street GALENA, KS 66739
WM 27 303 E 3RD ST 301.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT
3 1 COMMIT
4 1 COMMIT
5 1 COMMIT

01/24/2017 1306
DAVID ELZY MARTIN
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 45 932 E 34TH ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/24/2017 1330
TERRY SHANE GREENHAW
411 S Highland Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 44 349 E 8TH ST/S KENTUCKY AVE 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 BENCH WARRANT
5 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/24/2017 1430
RAYMOND LEE SEVERS
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 35 849 W 11TH ST/S CONNOR AVE 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

01/24/2017 1330
JOSHUA DAWAYNE MILLER
925 S Chestnut Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT

01/24/2017 1558
CRASHAWNA DENEE PERRY
WF 28 2149 W 2ND ST/S MCKINLEY AVE 500.00
607 N Sergeant Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 COMMIT

01/24/2017 1825
KYLE JORDAN FORD
731 W 14th St WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WM 22 1427 W 4TH ST/S MAIDEN LN 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

01/24/2017 2251 
LINDSAY RANAIE HALL 
1438 Wyndham Ln CARTHAGE, MO 64836 
WF 27 1503 S RANGE LINE RD 500.00 
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED 

01/25/2017 0100
ANTHONY MICHAEL LEE CARLISLE
4301 West 25th Pl JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 36 4301 W 25TH PL 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

Neosho Area Fire Protection District receives $15,396 grant

(From the Neosho Area Fire Protection District)

The Neosho Area Fire Protection District was recently awarded $15,396 in grant funding from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. The grant funding was used for the purchase of AED units, Pulse Ox meters and a Rad57 handheld CO monitor.


We are very fortunate to have been awarded this life saving equipment from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. This equipment will help us improve our life saving capabilities for the citizens and visitors in the Neosho area. It is our hope that having these devises will help ensure a life can be saved, there are too many stories of lives being lost because these devices were not readily available. Of the calls we make, approximately 65% are medical in nature. Having the proper equipment on scene of a medical call can make a difference in the outcome for all involved.


The Neosho Area Fire Protection District operates from three stations within the 93 square mile district in south central Newton County. Through a contract with the City of Neosho Fire Department, all district equipment and apparatus provided by the District is available for use in the entire area, including the City proper. Manning is provided by the City with two stations manned full time and one unmanned station.


The Neosho Area Fire Protection District would like to thank the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for selecting us to receive this grant. Their support to local first responders is a model examble of how we should all give back to our fellow brothers and sisters in our communities.


In 2005, the Firehouse Subs founders established the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation with the mission of providing funding, life-saving equipment, and educational opportunities to first-responders and public safety organizations. Through the non-profit 501(c)(3), Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has given more than $24 million to hometown heroes in 46 states, Puerto Rico and Canada. To learn more, visit www.firehousesubsfoundation.org.

Barton County Sheriff's Office Arrests

Trenton G. Kranker, driving while suspended/revoked
Michael Wayne Buss, non-support

Jasper County Sheriff's Office Arrests

January 24, 2017
 Daily News 
Jasper County Sheriff’s Office 

1/23/17 Michelle M. Lewis, 50 of Joplin, was arrested for Tampering 1st .

1/23/17 Clifford E. Reynolds, 60 of Neosho, was arrested for Tampering 2nd .

1/24/17 Helen K. Stark, 28 of Carthage, was arrested for Fugitive From Justice.

The charges for which the above were arrested are mere accusations and are not evidence of guilt. Evidence in support of the charges must be presented before a court of competent jurisdiction whose duty is to determine guilt or innocence.

Golden City woman injured in one-vehicle accident

A Golden City woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident 1:30 a.m. today on U. S. 160, two miles north of Golden City.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix driven by Rachel E. Sheets, 20, Golden City, ran off the roadway, struck a ditch and overturned.

Sheets was treated for moderate injuries at Barton County Memorial Hospital, Lamar.

Highway Patrol DWI Arrests January 24-25

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

Lisa M. Whisler, 54, Humansville
Matthew W. Daleske, 41, Pineville

Sarcoxie teens injured crashing into tree

Two Sarcoxie teens were injured in a one-vehicle accident 5:54 p.m. today on Dogwood Road, four miles west of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, Nathan R. Stewart, driving a 2000 GMC Sierra, lost control on a gravel roadway, ran off the roadway, and struck a tree.

Stewart and a passenger, Madysen S. Gray, 16, Sarcoxie, were treated for minor injuries at Mercy McCune-Brooks Hospital, Carthage.

Carl Junction Police searching for owner of this dog

(From the Carl Junction Police Department)

Let's see if we can continue our success. This dog was found on Skinner. We need to get it home today. The weather is going to be cold and we will have to transport it to the Humane Society this afternoon.

Carl Junction Police: Do you know where this cat belongs?

(From the Carl Junction Police Department)

This cat was found on Walton. If you know where it belongs, please call the Police Department, 417-649-7070.