Agenda posted for Jasper County Commission meeting

JASPER COUNTY COMMISSION AGENDA
JULY 3, 2018 9:00 A.M.
JASPER COUNTY COURTHOUSE ROOM 101

1. CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRAYER

2. ROLL CALL

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

4. PRESENTATIONS

5. REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS

6. ELECTED OFFICIALS/CITIZENS REQUESTS

7. COMMISSIONER’S REPORTS

8. UNFINISHED BUSINESS

9. NEW BUSINESS
Presentation of 2017 Jasper County Audit Report. By: Gene Mense CPA, Mense CPA Firm LLC 10. PUBLIC HEARINGS

Agenda posted for Carthage Public Services Committee meeting

Carthage Public Services Committee

Monday, July 2, 2018

5:30 PM

Park Department Office

521 Robert Ellis Young Drive

 

Old Business

 

1. Consideration and approval of minutes from previous meeting.

 

Citizens Participation
(Citizens wishing to speak should notify Department Head or Committee Chair in advance)

 

2. Consider and discuss possible pro shop construction.

 

New Business

 

1. Consider and discuss efforts regarding a community aquatic center.

 

2. Consider and discuss park mower bids.

 

3. Consider and discuss possible change order on concrete work in Central Park.

 

4. Consider and discuss future parks work session.

 

Staff Reports

Other Business

 

Adjournment

Joplin motorcyclist injured in accident on 171

A Joplin man was injured in a two-vehicle accident 4:30 a.m. today on MO 171, a half mile east of Carterville.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2018 Dodge Ram driven by Edward M. Ibarra, 26, Carthage, was following too closely and struck a 2008 Honda motorcycle driven by Ronald L. Hall, Joplin.

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

Joplin Police rescue 20-month-old accidentally locked in car in dangerous heat

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Dangerous Heat

At lunch time Friday we got a call to Hardee’s at 18th and Main of a 20-month-old child locked in a car with windows up, not running. 

A pure accident occurred where the male and female pulled up to Hardee’s, got out of car to get child out of backseat and had accidentally left key in vehicle and locked it in process so they called us. 

An officer two blocks away responded and assessed the situation while an officer five blocks away arrived and made a quick attempt to gain entry that failed. 

Dispatch told officers it was 90 degrees and they saw the child was very hot and sweating already and knew the dangers involved with a hot vehicle. The second officer carries a window punch and used it to break the window furthest from the child to avoid injury to them. The child was rushed into Hardee’s where he quickly cooled down with ice water and cold cloths provided by Hardee’s staff.

We remind the community accidents happen, but in this heat a quick response is vital to keep kids safe! Thank you Hardee’s for the help!

Highway Patrol Arrests June 29-30

Aaron K. Wright, 27, Joplin, misdemeanor Webb City Police Department warrant for assault, no valid driver's license, no seat belt

Terryn N. Hembree, 21, Neosho, misdemeanor driving while intoxicated, speeding, no insurance, no valid license, registration violation

Gavyn A. Winn, 19, Carthage, misdemeanor possession of marijuana

Matthew D. Abney, 35, Springfield, felony Lawrence County warrant for unlawful use of a weapon and tampering with a motor vehicle, felony Greene County warrant for failure to appear on possession of controlled substance with intent to distribute, misdemeanor Greene County warrant for failure to appear on leaving the scene of an accident

Evan A. Bickford, 38, Seneca, misdemeanor driving while intoxicated, speeding, no valid driver's license

Dustin D. Dabault, 35, Kimberling City, boating while intoxicated

Brandon C. Pittaway, 20, Hollister, minor in possession

Jared A. Cluck, 31, Springfield, driving while intoxicated, driving while revoked/suspended, no insurance, failure to drive in a single lane, consumption of alcohol while driving

Eddie W. Fisher, 61, Joplin, misdemeanor Jasper County warrant for failure to appear on improper registration, misdemeanor Jasper County warrant for failure to appear on displaying plates of another, misdemeanor Jasper County warrant for failure to appear on possession of drug paraphernalia

Informational meeting planned at Battle of Carthage State Historic Site

(From Missouri State Parks)

Battle of Carthage State Historic Site invites the public to a combined informational meeting beginning at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 5, at the historic site. The public is invited to share comments about the Battle of Carthage and Osage Village state historic sites and their operations. Historic site staff will be on hand to provide information and answer questions.

Input from the public is important to Missouri State Parks. These informational meetings, which are being held in all state parks and historic sites, help create two-way communication with the public. The meetings give staff the opportunity to let people know the current status and future plans for the park or historic site, and they offer visitors the opportunity to comment on the facilities.

Battle of Carthage State Historic Site is located at 111 West Chestnut Street, Carthage. For more information about the informational meeting call the historic site at 417-682-2279.

For more information on state parks and historic sites, visit mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

Jasper County Marriage Licenses June 20-29

06/20/2018 SMITH, ETHAN DALE, 19 CARTHAGE, MO                                       REYES MOJICA, ANA PATRICIA, 19 CARTHAGE, MO  

06/22/2018 PALMER, GREGORY SCOTT, 28 CARL JUNCTION, MO                                  LOPEZ VASQUEZ, LESVIA YOJARI, 29 CARTHAGE, MO      

                                 
06/22/2018 MUELLER, KASEY ANDREW, 18 COMBINED LOCKS, WI                                 GRUETZMACHER, ALEXIS MARGARET,JEAN, 15 NEENAH, WI     

                                    
06/22/2018 THOMAS, DAVID CHARLES DON, 22 JOPLIN, MO                                         SIMS, DOROTHY MARIE, 20 JOPLIN, MO         

                                
06/22/2018 MITCHELL, TRENTON JOSIAH, 21 JOPLIN, MO                                         FINNEY, SHELBY LENAE, 20 JOPLIN, MO               

                          
06/22/2018 GRAHAM, WES MARTIN JR, 23 CARL JUNCTION, MO                                  FULLER, HANNAH RACHEL, 22 JOPLIN, MO            

                             
06/22/2018 WEAVER, BILLY JOE, 83 CARTHAGE, MO                                       ADAMS, SANDRA J, 76 ORONOGO, MO  

                                      
06/25/2018 HARPER, DERRICK RAY, 28 JOPLIN, MO                                         BLANKENSHIP, CANDICE LYNN, 30 JOPLIN, MO         

                                
06/25/2018 STRZELECKI, MICHAEL JOHN KENNETH, 38 CARL JUNCTION, MO                                  BRIEN, LESLI ANN, 29 CARL JUNCTION, MO     

                             
06/25/2018 ARTYM, ROBERT JOE, 23 CARTHAGE, MO                                       BORLAND, IVY KRISTINE, 21 CARTHAGE, MO    

                                   
06/26/2018 NELSON, HUNTER GAGE, 18 JASPER, MO                                         ARMSTRONG, AMBIE ALEXIS, 18 JOPLIN, MO        

                                 
06/26/2018 POWELL, JESSIE DONALD, 27 CARTHAGE, MO                                       MILES, KIRSTEN LEA, 27 CARTHAGE, MO        

                               
06/26/2018 DODD, ROYAL MELVIN, 47 ASBURY, MO                                         ABELL, MICHELLE ANN, 47 ASBURY, MO        

                                 
06/26/2018 MASON, DALTON GENE, 22 CARTHAGE, MO                                       HANKINS, PAXTON RUTH, 25 JOPLIN, MO    

                                     
06/27/2018 WISEMAN, KELTON YORK 21 ANDERSON, SC                                       MARTIN, HANNAH RUTH, 22 CARTERVILLE, MO        

                            
06/28/2018 MASON, JON MICHAEL, 58 TUCSON, AZ                                         BLOOMFIELD, BARBRA JOAN, 62 JOPLIN, MO         

                                
06/29/2018 FOSHEE, JOSHUA THOMAS, 23 BROKEN ARROW, OK                                   HAYES, KIMBERLY MICHELLE, 24 BROKEN ARROW, OK     

                              
06/29/2018 BETTES, WARREN EVERETT JR, 68 JOPLIN, MO                                         WALKER, CONNIE LOUISE, 58 JOPLIN, MO       

                                  
06/29/2018 COSTLEY, DAVID RAY, 53 CARL JUNCTION, MO                                  DYE, TRACY MICHELE, 49 CARL JUNCTION, MO                                  

Joplin Independence Day celebration moving to Missouri Southern

(From the City of Joplin)

The Joplin Independence Day Celebration will kick off on Wednesday, July 4th at 6:00 p.m. at the Fred G. Hughes Stadium on the campus of Missouri Southern State University.

“Missouri Southern has been a great partner,” said Paul Bloomberg, Director of Parks & Recreation. “The City and Missouri Southern have a great relationship and we feel moving the event to their campus will help grow the July 4th Celebration since they have such a great venue for hosting this type of event.”

The 2018 Joplin Independence Day Celebration, sponsored in part by Academy Sports & Outdoors, will feature games for the whole family, live music by The Mixtapes, and food trucks. Inflatables and bounce houses will be available for an additional fee. Unlimited bounce wristbands will be $10/child.

Event Schedule:

• 6:00: Food Trucks open, Games & Inflatables begin, and the stadium opens for visitors
• 7:00: Live Music by The Mixtapes
• 9:45: Fireworks

The football stadium is a NCAA regulation field and no one will be allowed on the football turf. Seating is available in the stadium and along the grass around the field.

Items that ARE allowed inside the stadium:
• Water
• Food
• Small Coolers
• Seat Cushions
• Folding Chairs
• Blankets
• Strollers

What NOT to bring:
• Personal Fireworks
• Alcohol
• Grills - While tailgating is encouraged, grills are not allowed inside the stadium.
• Pets (service animals are allowed)
• Tobacco

For more information about this year's celebration, contact Joplin Parks & Recreation at (417) 625-4750 or visit https://www.mssu.edu/fourth-of-july/independence-day-celebration.php

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Agenda posted for Neosho City Council meeting

REGULAR SESSION - NEOSHO CITY COUNCIL

The agenda of this meeting includes:

OPENING PRAYER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. June 19, 2018- Open Session Minutes
2. June 19, 2018- Closed Session Minutes

PROCLAMATION
1. Employer of the Month – Neosho License Office

VISITOR BUSINESS

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
1. Bill No. 2018-884: Surplus Mowers and Tablets
2. Bill No. 2018-885: Budget Amendment
3. Bill No. 2018-886: Repeal Ordinance 522-2012

BID
1. Bid & Contract: Jackson Sales & Service – Plumbing
2. Bid – Finance – Audit Services

CORRESPONDENCE
1. Police Department Thank You Letter

NEW BUSINESS
1. Bill No. 2018-887: Use Tax
2. Resolution Bill No. 2018-04: Golf Course Fees
3. Contract: Dalton-Killinger for South Street Bridge Project
4. Contract: APAC for South Street Bridge Project
5. Quote from D&S Erectors for Parts to Fix River Pump #2
6. Water Filtration Pump Parts for River Pump #2

Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

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

Rachel L. Cruz vs. Fernando M. Cruz
Anna N. Grant vs. Bryan P. Grant
Ruben R. Rossell vs. Trisha M. Rossell
John C. Warren vs. Cindy D. Warren
Kay M. Hornback vs. Randy Z. Hornback
Nena Endicott vs. Zachary Endicott

Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

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

Janet L. Macy vs. Wayne E. Macy
Bobbie A. Gilliland vs. Billy W. Gilliland
Michael L. Jackson vs. Toni A. Jackson
Elizabeth J. Rachier vs. Andrew H. Rachier

McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

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

April M. Tygart vs. Bobby R. Tygart
Timothy C. Tyler vs. Jamie D. Tyler
Sandra J. Gathings vs. Alton P. Gathings

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Joplin

Barry County

Ronald Eugene Cudmore

Jasper County

Kyle John Alm-Anderson
William Arthur Zobel
Ronald Dale Sanders
Larry Joe Jackson and Susie Andreas Jackson
Justin Dale Hartje and Machelle Marie Hartje
Bryce A. Cox

Lawrence County

Gregory J. Morton
David J. Means
Harlin Joe Coureton
Michael Wayne Allen and Kathy Lynn Allen

Newton County

Timothy W. Hembree and Christina M. Hembree
Tory Agdon Shawn Brake and Mindi Sue Brake

Stone County

Shyla R. Guerin

Vernon County

Rebecca Lynette Fields

Joplin Police Department Arrests June 28-29

06/28/2018 0855
PHILLIP JORDAN BENET NEESE
602 E Budlong CARTHAGE, MO 64836
WM 25 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 BENCH WARRANT
5 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/28/2018 0900
DAVID HEATH NICHOLS
2821 E 15th St JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 43 32ND/RANGLINE 225.00
1 1 PUBLIC CONSUMPTION

06/28/2018 1338
WESLEY JOHN ROSS
1839 Redbud Drive JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 20 2731 E 24TH ST/S OZARK AVE 0.00
2 1 SPEEDING 25 ZONES
3 1 NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

06/28/2018 1545
JOHN MICHAEL BLANTON
714 S Madison WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WM 36 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/28/2018 1715
JOHN CLARENCE BOYTS
18005831 1710 S Wall Ave, 2 JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 62 1710- J S WALL AVE 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

06/28/2018 2000
ERIC DANIEL HILLSTEAD
6540 Gateway Drive JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 35 303 E 3RD ST 718.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT

06/28/2018 2003
BETTINA LAUREL DEBERRY
630 Powell Ct WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WF 36 1549 W 2ND ST/S MAIDEN LN 500.00
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

06/28/2018 2039
SUSAN LYNN SPENCER
3327 W Belle Center Rd JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 47 2001 S MAIN ST 275.00
1 1 COMMIT

06/28/2018 2040
JOSEPH ALAN DAVIS
12750 S 620 Rd MIAMI, OK 74354
WM 51 1102 W 32ND ST 500.00
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

06/28/2018 2223
NATHAN JAMES MCGEE
18005839 1501 S Byers Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
BM 29 1501 S RANGE LINE RD 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

06/28/2018 2221
BRADYN LEE MICHAEL ACKERSON
1602 S Iowa Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 26 3346 W 7TH ST/S TRISTATE RD 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/28/2018 2229
STEPHEN ALLEN MAY II
2712 S Wisconsin Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 29 3401 E NEWMAN RD 0.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

06/28/2018 2325
DEVIN DANIEL LIVERMORE
6426 Racine St RACINE, MO 64858
2949 W 4TH ST/S SCHIFFERDECKER AVE
WM 25 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
7 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED
6 1 DISPLAY OF STATE PLATES

06/29/2018 0049
KEESHA RENEE GRAY
1502 S Michigan Ave, B1A7 JOPLIN, MO 64804
432 N FLORIDA AVE/N BUCHANAN RD
WF 31 500.00
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

06/29/2018 0744
LARRY ALLEN DIPLEY
2923 S Wall Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 57 W 24TH ST/S ANNIE BAXTER AVE 225.00
1 1 PUBLIC CONSUMPTION

Highway Patrol Arrests June 28-29

Amber D. Savage, 30, Carl Junction, felony Jasper County warrant- probation violation for stealing, felony Jasper County warrant- probation violation for burglary

Victor A. Salas Ochoa, 34, Purdy, felony driving while intoxicated, felony leaving the scene of a crash, failure to drive on right half of roadway resulting in a crash, no driver's license

Matthew E. Cushing, 37, Normal, Illinois, boating while intoxicated

Dianna L. Cooper, 60, Nixa, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving involving an accident, no insurance

MSSU professor Gilbert-Saunders receives Governor's Award for Excellence in Education

(From Southern News Service)

Dr. Lynell Gilbert-Saunders, an associate professor of chemistry at Missouri Southern State University, was the recipient of the 2018 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Education.

The award is presented to an outstanding faculty member from each participating higher education institution in the state. A non-monetary recognition, it is based on effective teaching, effective advising, service to the university community, commitment to high standards of excellence and success in nurturing student achievement.

This spring, Gilbert-Saunders was one of 15 educators from Missouri colleges and universities invited to attend an awards reception at Lincoln University in Jefferson City. Gov. Mike Parsons, then lieutenant governor, was on hand to welcome the recipients and speak about the importance of higher education.

“It made me proud that the faculty and students had so much confidence in my abilities,” said Gilbert-Saunders. “Teaching is about being able to mentor and communicate effectively with people who are trying to learn. This award validated that for me.”

Dr. Marsi Archer, dean of the School of Arts & Sciences, said Gilbert-Saunders’ combination of high standards and kindness to her students sets her apart.

“She truly wants her students to learn and she is able to gently guide and push them to competence in chemistry,” Archer said. “She relates chemical principles to everyday applications and uses great analogies to explain difficult concepts.”

Gilbert-Saunders received her bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Missouri Southern in 1998. She received her Ph.D. from Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla, and was hired at Missouri Southern in 2006.

“It was like coming home again, but in a different way,” she said. “I feel like I’m able to carry on a tradition that was very special and influential to me.

“Dr. Larry Albright, who passed away earlier this year, was my chemistry teacher at Missouri Southern and one of my biggest mentors. I’m honored to be able to pass on the knowledge he gave me to the next generation of students.”

Newsmakers program focuses on future of nature center at Joplin's Wildcat Park

(From Southern News Service)

Future plans for the nature center in Joplin’s Wildcat Park are discussed in the Newsmakers program airing the first week of July on KGCS-TV.

The Missouri Department of Conservation is taking over operations of the center, after the national Audubon Society announced restructuring leading to no longer supporting operations.

Warren Rose, Outreach and Education Regional Supervisor for the Missouri Department of Conservation, discusses the transition and future opportunities.

The interview will air at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, July 1; Monday, July 2; Tuesday, July 3; and Thursday, July 5. KGCS programming may be seen over the air on channel 22, and is also available on regional cable television systems.

The program is also posted on the KGCS Missouri Southern YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNPBBuy1xBU

KGCS-TV is operated by the Department of Communication at Missouri Southern, providing students hands-on opportunities in television production.

Joplin Police: Do you know this church burglar?

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Who is this?

Trying to identify this church burglar. Contact Detective Morrison 417-623-3131 ext 627 with info

Jasper County Prosecuting Attorney files kidnapping, robbery assault charges against Joplin, Webb City men

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The Jasper County Prosecutor’s Office has filed charges against Moses Ramsey and Sergio Zuniga in this case. Both are charged with Kidnapping in the First Degree, Robbery in the First Degree, Assault in the 1st Degree and Armed Criminal Action. Both are being held on no bond.

Original news release

Today, 6-27-2018 at 1:11pm the Joplin Police Department received a call that there was a male that had been assaulted and tied up at 2025 South Murphy Avenue.

Detectives responded to the address and attempted to make contact. A female came to the door, spoke to detectives through the secured door but refused to open it. Based on the knowledge that a male in the residence, Moses Ramsey, had city warrants, entry was forced into the residence by Joplin Police Detectives and Officers. Mosey Ramsey was found hiding in a closet and was arrested on his warrants.

A male victim was located in the residence with head trauma and other injuries from being assaulted. METS and Joplin Fire, who had staged in the area for the call, immediately began medical treatment and transported the victim to a local hospital.

Moses Ramsey, 28, Joplin, was arrested for Kidnapping in the 1st Degree, Assault in the 2nd Degree and Armed Criminal Action along with his city warrants. Sergio Zuniga, 24, Webb City was located in the residence and arrested for Kidnaping in the First Degree, Assault in the Second Degree and Armed Criminal Action along with a Newton County Warrant. All charges will be submitted to the Jasper County Prosecutor’s Office. Both Ramsey and Zuniga are in custody at the Joplin City Jail.

Detectives are still on scene conducting an investigation and serving a search warrant on this residence. Additional charges are possible as this investigation is on-going and this release is preliminary information.

Joplin teen identified as pedestrian killed in accident at 20th and Range Line

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The victim in this case has been positively identified by family. The deceased is Mark E. Collins, 16, Joplin. We appreciate the community and media for helping spread the word to make the identification possible.

Update: On 6-28-2018 at 11:08am the unidentified victim in this case died from his injuries at Freeman Hospital. It is also possible that he is younger than first thought, with a medical estimate of 16-20 years of age. We are following up on numerous leads of his possible identity.

Original news release

On June 27 at 10:18 AM, officers were called to 20th and Range Line for a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian.

Officers arrived and located a male in the roadway with serious injuries. The pedestrian was crossing Range Line westbound and walked into the path of a southbound vehicle. He was transported to a local hospital by EMS in serious condition. 

The driver of the vehicle was not injured. The Joplin PD crash team continues to investigate. The name of the pedestrian is not known at this time.

Jasper County Sheriff's Office Arrests

June 28, 2018 
Daily News 
Jasper County Sheriff’s Office 

6/18/2018 Dale L.R. Patrick 61 of Joplin, MO was arrested for Harassment.

6/18/2018 Jerad C. Adams 34 of Reeds, MO was arrested for Statutory sodomy 1st degree.

6/20/2018 Mika D. Luckow 32 of Brookline, MO was arrested for Fugitive from Out of State, Exceeding the Posted Speed Limit and No Insurance

6/20/2018 Randyall S. Ellingsworth 31 of Sarcoxie, MO was arrested for Domestic Assault 3rd degree.

6/21/2018 Michael G. Wright 26 of Joplin, MO was arrested for Felony Resisting arrest, Operating a Motorcycle when not endorsed and Failed to wear approved head gear on motorcycle.

6/22/2018 Rick A. Pixley 48 of Oronogo, MO was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

6/23/2018 Angelique C. McLallen 35 of Joplin, MO was arrested for Possession of a Controlled Substance.

6/25/2018 Amy K. Thomas 35 of Joplin, MO was arrested for Fugitive from Out of State.

6/26/2018 Scott A. Patterson 33 of Neosho, MO was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated, Driving While Revoked, Fail to register motor vehicle and Fail to maintain insurance and Failure to drive right half of roadway.

6/27/2018 Kenny Heistand 60 of Joplin, MO was arrested for Drivine While Revoked.

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 June 27-28

06/27/2018 1153
JONATHAN LEE GOLDEN
18005791 Homeless JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 44 1600 E 7TH ST 500.00
1 1 LARCENY
2 1 LARCENY

06/27/2018 1357
HINE CARLOS
120 S Park Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 44 3049 E 12TH ST/S GENEVA AVE 500.00
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
5 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/27/2018 1425
CHAD ANTHONY MORTENSEN
711 Appleblossom MISSOULA, MT 59802
WM 46 11570 HWY FF 225.00
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/27/2018 1515
TIFFANY MARIE GIBSON
306 W 3rd St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 37 303 E 3RD ST 301.50
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/27/2018 1420
MOSES MICHAEL RAMSEY
2025 S Murphy Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
BM 28 2025 S MURPHY AVE 500.00
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
5 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/27/2018 1630
MARION LEA KIMMONS
 Homeless JOPLIN, MO
WF 57 1313 S RANGE LINE RD 225.00
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/27/2018 1630
ESTER JUNE LATURNER
910 Chicago GALENA, MO 66739
WF 41 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/27/2018 1653
JOSEPH WAYNE GARRETT
5517 Spurgeon Rd, 102 JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 39 1102 W 32ND ST 0.00
1 1 TRESPASS 1ST DEGREE
2 1 SAFE KEEP

06/27/2018 1750
WALTER ROBERT ROBINSON
18005800 Jr 3320 S Texas Ave, 206 JOPLIN, MO 64804
BM 58 3320 S TEXAS AVE 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

06/27/2018 1926
KYLE EDWARD METZ
318 N East St, 13 ALBA, MO 64830
WM 29 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/27/2018 1945
STEVEN RAY DUNCAN
18005803 125 N Maple Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
2849 W PERKINS ST/N SCHIFFERDECKER AVE
WM 32 0.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

06/27/2018 2020
SAMUEL RUSSELL NICKEL
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 50 3174 E 32ND ST/S HAMMONS BLVD 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/27/2018 2206
MICHAEL S RIPLEY
18005806 2101 Fm 369 North IOWA PARK, TX 76367
WM 34 1700 W 32ND ST 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

06/28/2018 0050
PATRICK WAYNE PERRIN
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 35 1801 S ROOSEVELT AVE 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

Lamar residents injured in motorcycle accident on 160

Two Lamar residents were injured in a one-vehicle accident 11:30 a.m. today on U. S. 160, three miles east of Lamar.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1996 Yamaha motorcycle driven by James W. Seaton, 39, Lamar, ran off the right side of the roadway and overturned, ejecting both occupants.

Seaton and a passenger, Kateland E. Seaton, 19, Lamar, were treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Hospital, Joplin.

Highway Patrol Arrests June 27-28

Jed A. Letherman, 56, Pleasant Hope, felony possession of methamphetamine, felony possession of oxycodone, misdemeanor unlawful possession of a weapon-brass knuckles, misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia, no insurance, failure to display valid plates, no seat belt

Kenneth E. East, 86, Stockton, Humansville Police Department warrant for failure to mow his yard

James R. Tinkham, 18, Springfield, misdemeanor resisting arrest, failure to wear ptotective headgear, passed through center turn lane, failure to stop for a stop sign, failure to drive on right half of roadway, no valid motorcycle license

Donald P. Graziose, 32, Pittsburg, Kansas, misdemeanor McDonald County warrant for minor in possession

Unidentified pedestrian in 20th and Range Line accident dies at local hospital; deceased estimated at 16-20 years old

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Update: On 6-28-2018 at 11:08 a.m. the unidentified victim in this case died from his injuries at Freeman Hospital. It is also possible that he is younger than first thought, with a medical estimate of 16-20 years of age. We are following up on numerous leads of his possible identity.

Original News Release

On June 27 at 10:18 AM, officers were called to 20th and Range Line for a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. 

Officers arrived and located a male in the roadway with serious injuries. The pedestrian was crossing Range Line westbound and walked into the path of a southbound vehicle. 

He was transported to a local hospital by EMS in serious condition. The driver of the vehicle was not injured. 

The Joplin PD crash team continues to investigate. The name of the pedestrian is not known at this time.

Joplin Police need help identifying pedestrian seriously injured in accident at 20th and Range Line

(From the Joplin Police Department)

We are seeking to identify a pedestrian involved in a crash at 20th and Range Line at 10:18 this morning. This pedestrian has sustained life threatening injuries and we are trying to notify his family.

We can release the following information in hopes of reaching someone that may know him:
-White male, estimate to be around the age of 20
-Medium build 5’10’’ to 6’ tall.
-Brown hair, slightly curly
-He was wearing jeans and a black t-shirt
-He wore the black Nike shoes with white bottoms. They appeared to be rather new.
-He is clean shaven and has no tattoo’s or distinguishing marks.
-He was first observed walking across the Home Depot parking lot and crossed Wallgreens where he entered Range Line.
-He was walking west across Range Line westbound.
-There was an electronic device on the ground, possibly an MP3 player near the point of impact. It is unknown if that was on the ground already or fell from his person. It is blue and purple.
-A fingerprint scan returned no result.

If you have any information about this case or his possible identity, please call the Joplin Police Department at 417-623-3131

Joplin Police Department Arrests June 26-27

06/26/2018 0919
KODY CRAIG WATERS
228 S Shawnee DEWEY, OK 74029
WM 28 303 E 3RD ST 227.00
1 1 COMMIT

06/26/2018 0900
JOHN ANTHONY MCGONIGLE
4102 E 10th St DUQUESNE, MO 64801
WM 33 3998 E 12TH ST/S DUQUESNE RD 500.00
1 1 ASSAULT - CITY
2 1 ASSAULT - CITY

06/26/2018 0913
DANNY LEE WATKINS
1606 N Rogers Ave SPRINGFIELD, MO 65803
WM 32 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT 
4 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/26/2018 1030
JOSHUA CAINE DURBIN
302 W 18th Street JOPLIN, MO 64804
249 E 15TH ST/S PENNSYLVANIA AVE
WM 28 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/26/2018 1041
CHARLES BROWNING FAUL
1107 E Hill St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 47 500 S MICHIGAN 500.00
1 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

06/26/2018 1041
RAEANN MARIE CULLY
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 35 500- BLK S MICHIGAN AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/26/2018 1100
JENNIFER MARCIA NELUMS
2031 S Murphy Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 34 2002 S BIRD AVE 500.00
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
1 1 PUBLIC CONSUMPTION

06/26/2018 1250
CHAD LEROY MOORE
18005759 1320 N Whispering Oaks Dr JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 41 1900 S MAIDEN LN 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

06/26/2018 1335
TINA JANEA SHEPHERD
912 S Sergeant Ave, C-4 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 41 12TH/INDANIA 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

06/26/2018 1335
TANYA SUE SHEPHERD
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 38 12TH/INDIANA 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP 

06/26/2018 1505
MARVIN EARL WARD Jr
123 W 45th St JOPLIN, MO 64804
BM 24 1800 S MURPHY AVE 500.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

06/26/2018 1545
JENNIFER LYNNE ANDERSON
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 34 907 S MAIN ST 225.00
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/26/2018 2349
TREY MICHAEL ALBERTSON
3739 E 7th St DUQUESNE, MO 64801
WM 23 800 N RANGE LINE RD 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 NO VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

06/27/2018 0100
GENE ALAUNZO COFFEY
3014 S Kansas Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 54 400 S KENTUCKY AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/27/2018 0835
TABITHA RENEE TROUTMAN
1302 E 24th St JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 35 3132 S RANGE LINE RD 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

Joplin Police Department investigates car-pedestrian collision at 20th and Range Line

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On June 27 at 10:18 AM, officers were called to 20th and Range Line for a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian. 

Officers arrived and located a male in the roadway with serious injuries. The pedestrian was crossing Range Line westbound and walked into the path of a southbound vehicle. He was transported to a local hospital by EMS in serious condition. 

The driver of the vehicle was not injured. 

The Joplin PD crash team continues to investigate. The name of the pedestrian is not known at this time.

Joplin, Webb City men arrested on assault, kidnapping charges

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Today, 6-27-2018 at 1:11pm the Joplin Police Department received a call that there was a male that had been assaulted and tied up at 2025 South Murphy Avenue.

Detectives responded to the address and attempted to make contact. A female came to the door, spoke to detectives through the secured door but refused to open it. Based on the knowledge that a male in the residence, Moses Ramsey, had city warrants, entry was forced into the residence by Joplin Police Detectives and Officers. Moses Ramsey was found hiding in a closet and was arrested on his warrants.

A male victim was located in the residence with head trauma and other injuries from being assaulted. METS and Joplin Fire, who had staged in the area for the call, immediately began medical treatment and transported the victim to a local hospital.

Moses Ramsey, 28, Joplin, was arrested for Kidnapping in the 1st Degree, Assault in the 2nd Degree

and Armed Criminal Action along with his city warrants. Sergio Zuniga, 24, Webb City was located in the residence and arrested for Kidnaping in the First Degree, Assault in the Second Degree and Armed Criminal Action along with a Newton County Warrant. All charges will be submitted to the Jasper County Prosecutor’s Office. Both Ramsey and Zuniga are in custody at the Joplin City Jail.

Detectives are still on scene conducting an investigation and serving a search warrant on this residence. Additional charges are possible as this investigation is on-going and this release is preliminary information.

Neosho man injured crashing into fence

A Neosho man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 9:50 p.m. Tuesday on Iris Road, four miles north of Neosho.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo driven by John A. McGonigle, 33, Neosho, ran off the roadway and struck a fence.

McGonigle was treated for minor injuries at Freeman West Hospital.

Carthage woman cited for DWI after failing to stop for stop sign and crashing into unoccupied residence

A Carthage woman was charged with driving while intoxicated following a one-vehicle accident 11:35 p.m. Tuesday on MO 96, three miles east of Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2016 Kia Soul driven by Bethany A. Norwood, 27, Carthage, failed to stop for a stop sign, struck a ditch and an unoccupied residence.

Norwood, who was treated for minor injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, was also charged with misdemeanor possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, no insurance and failure to stop at a stop sign.

Highway Patrol Arrests June 26-27

Bethany A. Norwood, 27, Carthage, driving while intoxicated, misdemeanor possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, no insurance, failed to stop at stop sign

Allison K Alexander, 17, Louisburg, felony Hickory County assault for third degree assault

James C. Aliff, 31, Springfield, possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, no seat belt

Joshua W. Offill, 32, Bolivar, felony Christian County warrant for failure to appear on dangerous drugs

Lacy L Stark, 24, Bolivar, misdemeanor possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia, no seat belt

Wilbur L. Stark, 27, Bolivar, felony possession of methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia

Joplin Police Department Arrests June 25-26

06/25/2018 1045
EMILIO MANUEL GONZALES
2708 A Meadow Ln JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 22 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/25/2018 1130
RICHARD ANTHONY TURPIN
637 S Schifferdecker Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 30 531 S KENTUCKY AVE 0.00
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/25/2018 1730
ANTHONY ROGER GILMORE
1905 S Wall Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
BM 52 1905 S WALL AVE 225.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA

06/25/2018 1850
KYLEE RACHELLE PLILER
648 Carrol St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 21 649 E 18TH ST/S IOWA AVE 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 BENCH WARRANT
5 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/25/2018 1954
DARIN EUGENE CLARKSON
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 45 MURPHY BLVD/I-44E HWY 0.00
2 1 PEDESTRIANS WALKING ALONG ROADWAYS

06/25/2018 2215
MARKUS WOODSON GULLEY Jr
2160 E Laurel St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 36 2160 E LAUREL ST 0.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

06/25/2018 2218
ARIELLE SUMMER GRADDY-IDEKER
 320 Main St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 26 0000 24TH/FREEPORT 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 BENCH WARRANT
5 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/26/2018 0011
THERESA MONIQUE CANNON
915 Mineral GALENA, KS 66739
WF 35 303 E 3RD ST 185.43
1 1 COMMIT

06/26/2018 0243
THOMAS EDWARD HARRIS
2731 S Alabama Ct JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 39 0000 I44/ MO 43 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR 

06/26/2018 0243
BECKY JO BOLTON
2731 Alabama Ct JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 48 4500 HWY 43 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

Washburn man airlifted to Freeman after ATV accident on Sugar Creek Road

A Washburn man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 8:20 p.m. Monday on Sugar Creek Road, four miles east of Powell.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2005 Kodiak Yamaha ATV driven by Kevin M. Haley, 39, Washburn, traveled off the roadway and overturned.

Haley was airlifted for Freeman West Hospital, Joplin, to be treated for serious injuries.

Highway Patrol Arrests June 25-26

Michael F. Rogh, 47, Branson, felony possession of a controlled substance-marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia

Roger D. Moss, 66, Hollister, driving while intoxicated, failed to stop for stop sign, no valid driver's license, no insurance, no seat belt

Kevin M. Haley, 39, Washburn, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving, no driver's license

Danny L. Watkins, 33, Springfield, driving while revoked, four misdemeanor Joplin Police Department traffic warrants

Carolynn C. Jones, 36, Cordova, Tennessee, driving while intoxicated, possession of drug paraphernalia

Kiley R. McDonald, 29, Joplin, felony resisting arrest by fleeing, felony drug trafficking-methamphetamine, felony driving while intoxicated, multiple traffic charges

Jeffrey Middleton, 27, Anderson, misdemeanor Newton County warrants for driving while suspended, following too closely and fraud

Michael Sanders hired as MSSU Dean of Admissions

(From Southern News Service)

The Admissions Department at Missouri Southern State University will be under new leadership with the hiring of Michael Sanders as the university’s new Dean of Admissions.

Sanders, who comes to Missouri Southern with more than 12 years of higher education and recruitment experience, currently serves as the Director of Recruitment at the University of Idaho, where he supervises a team of 15 recruiters for the four-campus institution. The University of Idaho has a student population of approximately 12,000.

“What drew me to this position was the opportunity to work alongside the faculty, staff and administration here who have a deep and vested interest in student access to higher education and their success therein,” Sanders said. “I look forward to joining the Lion family and working to enhance the recruitment processes that have already been established at Missouri Southern.”

Prior to his role at the University of Idaho, Sanders previously served as Assistant Director of Recruitment and Academic Services at Arizona State University, focusing specifically on building relationships with community colleges.

In March, Sanders was named vice chair for the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers’ recruiting and marketing committee. The association is comprised of more than 2,600 institutions in more than 40 countries.

A native of Idaho, Sanders received his master’s degree in higher- and post-secondary education from Arizona State University. He is currently finishing a Ph.D. in higher education leadership from Colorado State University. Sanders and his wife, MaChel, have two children, Hannah, 11, and Garrett, 7.

“The Dean of Admissions plays a critical role in the development and oversight of our new student recruitment at MSSU,” said Dr. Brad Hodson, executive vice president. “I’m excited Michael and his family have made the decision to be part of this institution, and for him to bring his energy and perspective to such a high-achieving team.”

Sanders will replace Derek Skaggs, who is retiring from the position after 21 years of service to Missouri Southern. Sanders will begin his new role on Aug. 13.

New four-way stop added in Webb City

(From the Webb City Police Department)

NEW 4-WAY STOP: Oakway at Country Crossing is now a 4-way stop with the addition of stop signs for east/westbound traffic

Carthage Police: Do you know this guy?

(From the Carthage Police Department)

We are needing your help identifying this person. If you have any information please contact Auxiliary Officer Lane at m.lane@carthagemo.gov or call 417-237-7200.

Missing Joplin teen located and is safe

A Joplin teen reported missing Sunday has been located and is safe, according to the Joplin Police Department.

Original News Release

The Joplin Police Department is asking for help from the public in locating a missing juvenile. Kaden Huff, 15 years old, was reported missing on June 21st. He was last seen wearing a red shirt, black pants and had a backpack.

 If you see him or have any information about his whereabouts, you are encouraged to contact the Joplin Police Department at 417-623-3131. Thank you.

Police searching for armed robber who held up gas station Saturday

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Share Away!

Thank you to the Facebook tipsters for identifying our second robbery suspect Saturday and getting him arrested. We still need your help identifying the first robbery suspect from Saturday.

This guy robbed a gas station with a handgun. He even pointed the gun at the female clerk in broad daylight, so we consider him to be dangerous. 

We have two additional photos we are releasing now from him visiting another gas station earlier in the day, along with the robbery photo we shared Saturday. The 90's Jeep Cherokee is rather unique, somebody knows whose vehicle that is. 

Another clue, he likes scratch off lottery tickets. We also think he MIGHT not be local so share away until he is identified.

Contact Detective Corporal Jason Stump with tips! 417-623-3131

Coffee with the Joplin Police Chief scheduled

Joplin Police Department Weekend Arrests

06/22/2018 1025
ROBERT DERREL GENTRY
228 N Byers Ave, 3 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 41 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/22/2018 1025
JOSEPH WAYNE HOOD
1117 S Malang Rd JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 35 303 E 3RD ST 191.50
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

06/22/2018 1000
CRYSTAL R PATE
2212 E 8th Street Apt D JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 34 301 S GENEVA AVE 500.00
1 1 DRIVING UNDER INFLUENCE OF DRUGS
2 1 CARELESS DRIVING

06/22/2018 1100
JOHNATHAN WILLIAM EVANS
 WM 22 430 N JOPLIN AVE 14.50 
4 1 BENCH WARRANT
5 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/22/2018 1420
ALLONZO BROOKS
421 W 3rd St, 9 JOPLIN, MO 64801
BM 43 508 N COX 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/22/2018 1655
SHARON KAY STURGIS
11253 Se Lostine Rd GALENA, KS 66770
2949 W 20TH ST/S SCHIFFERDECKER AVE
WF 48 0.00
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/22/2018 1754
LAVEL DOMINIK PINCHBACK
25602 Chinquapin AIR PORT DRIVE, MO 64801
WM 18 5400 RIVERSIDE DR 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/22/2018 1900
ANDREW CARL EMERSON
1632 Lucas Dr WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WM 32 1632 LUCAS DR 500.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/22/2018 1945
CHRYSTINE JENE JERNIGAN
1121 S Connor Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 32 1121 S CONNOR AVE 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/22/2018 2045
JEANETTE ADELLE HUNTER
1212 Logan Dr WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WF 44 1232 W 20TH ST/S EMPIRE AVE 0.00 
4 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED
3 1 STATE LICENSE PLATES REQUIRED

06/22/2018 2110
MARIA TERESA HENSLEY
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 36 827 W 4TH ST 225.00
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/22/2018 2128
CLIFFORD MICHAEL METCALF
1110 S Empire Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 33 100 E 27TH ST/S MAIN ST 0.00
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
5 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/22/2018 2325
MITZI ANN TERRY
 Homeless , MO 64804
WF 44 940 S WAGGONER CIR 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

06/22/2018 2314
 EMILY N OTEY
613 S Moffet Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 29 810 S MAIDEN LN 500.00
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

06/23/2018 0015
BRIAN CLIFTON JR JONES
18005665 607 S Walnut Ridge Dr DUQUESNE, MO 64801
WM 22 1549 W 26TH ST/S MAIDEN LN 0.00
1 1 ASSAULT - CITY

06/23/2018 0050
CAMERON LEE SUMMERS
18005666 0 Po Box 404 WEBB CITY, MO 64870
WM 24 131 W 8TH ST/S JOPLIN AVE 0.00
1 1 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA

06/23/2018 0059
JEREMY WADE POTTER
110 Pow-mia NOEL, MO 64854
WM 32 2000 S RANGE LINE RD 0.00
1 1 NO VALID DRIVERS LICENSE

06/23/2018 0200
AUSTIN WAYNE SMITH
2510 E. 28th JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 22 131 W 5TH ST/S JOPLIN AVE 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

06/23/2018 0115
MOSES MAURICE CATON
1533 N Great Oak Rd PEORIA, IL 61604
BM 36 100 W C ST/N MAIN ST 500.00
1 1 DRIVING WHILE REVOKED (SUSPEND STEAL MOTOR FUEL-SEC 302.286)

06/23/2018 0155
SASHA JEANETTE SMITH
425 W 3rd St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 51 431 W 3RD ST/S BYERS AVE 500.00
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

06/23/2018 0310
KURT VON FRITZ III
1623 S Minnesota Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 21 749 W 17TH ST/S JACKSON AVE 331.50
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/23/2018 0500
MARK JASON BRANSTETTER
62 Plainview Rd ANDERSON, MO 64831
WM 36 1102 W 32ND ST 225.00
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/23/2018 0615
HOWARD LEE COVEY
637 S Schifferdecker Ave, 12 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 52 2623 W 7TH ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/23/2018 1158
TAMMY JEAN POOR
WF 46 1421 S RANGE LINE RD 500.00
1715 S Connor Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/23/2018 1215
JOSEPH W GRAY
116 N High NEOSHO, MO 64850-0000
WM 58 1401 S RANGE LINE RD 225.00
1 1 PUBLIC CONSUMPTION

06/23/2018 1115
TRAVIS JOHN NIVENS
18005670 1049 W 23rd St/s Murphy Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 32 2105 S CONNOR AVE 500.00
1 1 ASSAULT - CITY
2 1 VEHICLE TAMPERING

06/23/2018 1400
DAMIEN WYATT DENTIS
18005681 1607 Indiana Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 38 1607 S INDIANA AVE 500.00
1 1 SEXUAL MISCONDUCT

06/23/2018 1404
JAMES ARTHUR MYERS
18005680 7149 Co Rd 193 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 31 120 S BYERS AVE 0.00
1 1 LARCENY - THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

06/23/2018 1810
STEVEN PATRICK BURKHART
2337 E Yuma St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 52 2337 E YUMA ST 500.00
1 1 DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

06/23/2018 2115
MARK LEE BOND II
722 S Monroe Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 28 722 S MONROE AVE 500.00
2 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY
3 1 PEDESTRIANS WALKING ALONG ROADWAYS

06/23/2018 2140
MARION LEA KIMMONS
WF 57 3105 E 7TH ST 225.00
 Homeless
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/23/2018 2250
JEREMY ALLAN SIMON
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 43 1000 S CUNNINGHAM AVE 0.00
1 1 SAFE KEEP

06/23/2018 2230
BRENT DALE MCCURLEY
1024 E 7th St, C JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 51 749 W 7TH ST/S JACKSON AVE 500.00
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

06/23/2018 2325
CODY RAY PROFFITT
4408 W 31st St JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 27 700- BLK S ADELE AVE 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/23/2018 2353
JOSE ALFREDO SANCHEZ-PALMA
 Homeless JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 25 3031 S RANGE LINE RD 225.00
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/24/2018 0130
JORDAN LIAN DAVIS
1405 E Broadway St JOPLIN, MO 64801
BF 37 3031 S RANGE LINE RD 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT
4 1 BENCH WARRANT
5 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/24/2018 0500
JACOB EARL BLANSETT Jr
1534 W Erie Ln JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 17 900 E 5TH ST 0.00
1 1 PARK AFTER HOURS

06/24/2018 0700
SARALINN STARR TAYLOR
WF 26 531 S KENTUCKY AVE 500.00
1021 S Rex Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
2 1 OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
1 1 TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

06/24/2018 1015
SEAN TERRENCE DAVIS
307 N Maple Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
BM 47 1549 W 26TH ST/S MAIDEN LN 222.00
1 1 COUNTY FTA WARRANT

06/24/2018 1024
BRANDON LEE CATON
6511 Old Hwy 71 JOPLIN, MO 64804
BM 35 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT
2 1 BENCH WARRANT
3 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/24/2018 1024
HEATHER SUE SHIVELY
3148 N Missouri Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 39 303 E 3RD ST 0.00
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/24/2018 1300
TABITHA LYNN RICHARDSON
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 33 1804 E 7TH ST 225.00
1 1 PUBLIC CONSUMPTION

06/24/2018 1415
CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL BENNETT
119 W Forrest GALENA, KS 66739
WM 32 218 S FLORIDA AVE 500.00
2 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
3 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
4 1 FAIL TO APPEAR
5 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/24/2018 1845
ANTHONY JAVON TORRENCE
BM 26 1402 E NORTH ST 0.00
1402 North St JOPLIN, MO 64801
1 1 BENCH WARRANT

06/24/2018 1845
ARNIE LEE TORRENCE II
1402 North St JOPLIN, MO 64801
BM 29 1402 E NORTH ST 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/24/2018 2230
CHRISTIE VANESSA WESTMORELAND
3422 Apricot Dr JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 36 1102 W 32ND ST 500.00
1 1 DISTURBING THE PEACE

06/24/2018 2248
CECILIA ELIZABETH DAVIDSON
1931 W 7th St JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 26 100 E 5TH ST/S MAIN ST 0.00
1 1 DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

06/24/2018 2013
ANTHONY BRANDON WALKER
3422 Apricot Dr JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 33 3105 E 17TH ST 500.00
1 1 DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

06/24/2018 2350
AUTUMN DANIELLE FRAZIER
9834 Se Star Rd GALENA, KS 66739
WF 31 MCLELLAND PARK BLVD 500.00
1 1 FAIL TO APPEAR

06/25/2018 0115
KENNETH W CARNAHAN Jr
121 S Byers Ave, 8 JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 43 121- 8 S BYERS AVE 500.00
1 1 DISTURBING THE PEACE

06/25/2018 0145
CHERYL ANN FREEL
1719 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 47 303 E 3RD ST 10.00
1 1 COMMIT
2 1 COMMIT 
3 1 COMMIT

Highway Patrol Arrests June 24-25

Shawn A. Russell, 33, Fair Play, misdemeanor driving while intoxicated, speeding

Caleb H. Shaw, 29, Joplin, driving while intoxicated

Darren V. Sherrer, 31, Lebanon, possession of marijuana, speeding

Eric D. Ramsey, 52, Ozark, driving while intoxicated, speeding no seat belt

Eric D. Pinkston, 44, Springfield, felony possession of a controlled substance-methamphetamine, felony possession of a controlled substance-hydrocodone, possession of marijuana, unlawful use of drug paraphernalia, no valid license, no insurance, failure to display valid plates, no seat belt

Robert A. Griffin, 36, Springfield, driving while intoxicated

Barton County Sheriff: Do you know this suspect in Elks Lodge burglary?

(From the Barton County Sheriff's Office)

The Barton County Sheriff's Office is asking for the communities help in identifying a man who is a suspect in a burglary case. 

Between the hours of 3 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. on June 21, the Elks Lodge on Northeast 1st Lane was burglarized. 

The photographs are from surveillance at the building. It is believed that this individual may have ties to family or friends in the Tulsa Oklahoma area or the Kansas City Missouri area. It is believed that the man is in a 97-03 Toyota Sienna style Mini Van.

Sheriffs Office - 417-682-5541

Joplin Police Department searching for missing teen

(From the Joplin Police Department)

(UPDATE: The teen has been located and is safe.)

The Joplin Police Department is asking for help from the public in locating a missing juvenile. Kaden Huff, 15 years old, was reported missing on June 21st. He was last seen wearing a red shirt, black pants and had a backpack.

 If you see him or have any information about his whereabouts, you are encouraged to contact the Joplin Police Department at 417-623-3131. Thank you.

Golden City man injured in two-vehicle crash

A Golden City man was injured in a two-vehicle accident 3:25 p.m. today on SE 100th Lane, one mile southwest of Golden City.

According to a Highway Patrol report, a 2015 Ford F350 driven by Justin V. Dostal, 58, Mount Vernon, and a 1991 Dodge Dakota driven by James A. Hilbert, 35, Golden City, met at an uncontrolled intersection.

Dostal failed to yield and the vehicles struck left front to right front.

Hilbert was treated for moderate injuries at Cox Barton County Hospital, Lamar.

Suspect sought in armed robbery at Zips Convenience Store, 2115 Connecticut Avenue

(From the Joplin Police Department)

Saturday around 2:21 pm Joplin Police Department responded to 2115 S Connecticut Avenue (Zips Convenience Store) in reference to an armed robbery that had just occurred. 

Officers responded to the scene and detectives were called in. At this time the suspect is described as a black male, approximately five feet seven inches to five feet nine inches tall. The suspect is described to be of muscular build. The suspect was wearing a black baseball style cap with an unreadable logo on the front, dark gray shirt and gray pants. The suspect left the store with an undisclosed amount of money and merchandise. 

The suspect fled the scene in what was described as a black or dark colored 1990’s model Jeep Cherokee. He was armed with a handgun that he displayed to the clerk during the robbery.

No one was injured as a result of the robbery and the investigation is ongoing.

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Liberal man charged with DWI following injury crash

A Liberal man was charged with driving while intoxicated following a one-vehicle accident 3:20 p.m. Saturday on NW 30th Road, one mile southeast of Liberal.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1998 Ford F150 driven by Stephen P. Riley, 42, Liberal, lost control on gravel, ran off the roadway and struck a utility pole causing a grass fire.

Riley, who was also cited for failure to drive on the right half of the roadway, no valid license and failure to register, refused treatment for minor injuries.

A passenger, Lucky B. Phelps, 49, Liberal, was treated for moderate injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Webb City man killed, two others injured in crash on Spurgeon Road

A Webb City man was killed and two other people were injured in a one-vehicle crash 2:35 a.m. today on Spurgeon Road, five miles south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe driven by Jarrod L. McGuirk, 35, Webb City, ran off the right side of the road and crashed into a tree and began to overturn.

Newton County Coroner Dale Owens pronounced McGuirk dead at the scene.

A passenger, Shauna K. Chew, 34, Seneca, was treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Hospital, Joplin.

Another passenger, Stormie R. Chandler, 24, Joplin, was treated for minor injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Joplin man drowns in Shoal Creek

A Joplin man drowned in Shoal Creek 8:44 p.m. Saturday, according to the Highway Patrol.

Brad A. Windle, 44, was swimming, went under the water and never resurfaced. His body was recovered by Newton County rescue divers.

Highway Patrol Arrests June 23-24

Thomas C. Reiser, 35, Stockton, misdemeanor driving while intoxicated, no seat belt

Caleb L. Poole, 29, Neosho, misdemeanor driving while intoxicated

Tommy R .Burgess, 45, Crimora, Virginia, misdemeanor driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving

Kendall R. Sversvold, 25, Monett, driving while intoxicated

Packyleon T. Wolfe, 32, Springfield, boating while intoxicated

Sean T. Sears, 19, Branson West, driving while intoxicated

Timothy P. Bentz, 37, Neosho, misdemeanor Newton County warrant for failure to appear on stealing, misdemeanor Newton County warrant for failure to appear on driving while revoked, Jasper County misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on non-support, Pineville Police Department misdemeanor warrant for driving while revoked

Wexy W. George, 23, Sulpher Springs, Arkansas, driving while intoxicated, speeding, no seat belt

Bonni J. Leaver, 61, El Dorado Springs, driving while intoxicated

Stephen P. Riley, 42, Liberal, driving while intoxicated, failure to drive on right half of roadway, no valid license, failure to register

Jessica Cisneros, 22, Kansas City, Kansas, Dallas County warrant for failure to appear on failure to equip child with life jacket

Alayshia J. Burns, 30, Wichita, Kansas, misdemeanor possession of marijuana

Andrea D. Hurd, 30, Wichita, Kansas, misdemeanor possession of marijuana

Darian N. Hurd, 25, Anderson, misdemeanor possession of marijuana

Raven Y. Jones, 40, Wichita, Kansas, misdemeanor possession of marijuana

Jordan D. Sheeley, 23, Wichita, Kansas, misdemeanor possession of marijuana

Deja R. Turner, 19, Wichita, Kansas, felony possession of controlled substance-cocaine

Michael L. McCormack, 54, Lawson, misdemeanor possession of marijuana

Sean P. Haralson, 23, Bolivar, possession of marijuana, unlawful possession of marijuana

Minutes posted for Lamar City Council meeting

LAMAR CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
THIEBAUD MEETING ROOMS 
June 18, 2018 6:00 p.m. 

The council met in regular session. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Harris. Members held a moment of silent prayer followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.

On roll call, the following members answered present: Brian Griffith, Mike Hull, Logan Powell, Max Simmons, Bill Talbott, Judd Chesnut, Mark Gardner and Steve Gilkey. Also attending, City Administrator - Russ Worsley, City Clerk – Bev Baker, Police Chief – Rusty Rives, Fire Chief – Larry Beatty, City Attorneys – Steven Kaderly and Belinda Kaderly.

Alderman Gilkey made the motion to approve the minutes of the May 21, 2018 Regular Session City Council meeting. Alderman Simmons seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes.

The Public Good and Welfare portion of the meeting was held. This portion is open to any citizen who would like to address the Council. The following discussed keeping the lap and indoor pools open: Abigail Kluhsman, Brittanica Born, Denise Williams, Laurann Robertson, Linda Peacock, Ray Adams Divine, Cameron Bailey, Lyman Burr, Emma Moore, and Jessica Zamora. There were also petitions presented to the Council for reopening the pool. Next the Council discussed the options for the pool. Alderman Simmons made the motion to accept the following: Summer hours have the lap pool available for Tigersharks in the morning Tuesday, June 19 to Friday, August 3. The indoor pool will be open 8-8 Monday and Thursday, 8-7 Tuesday and Wednesday. Lap pool open to the public Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 1-6; Wednesday 1-5 and Sunday 1-6. Staffing needs are a manager, 1 swim team guard, 1 indoor morning guard (this could also be manager to save cost); 36 guard hours per day, 1 receptionist, 1 concessionaire. The approximate cost is $26,869.46. Off season indoor pool keeps the same operational hours: Monday-Thursday 8 am – 7 p.m. and Friday 3:30-6 p.m. for high school swim team only. Staffing needs are a manager and 1 swim team/evening guard. The approximate cost is $35,501.60. Alderman Hull seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes.

Phil Carroll from Finley Engineering discussed the 10-year plan for the Electric. His recommendation is to remove the 4KV lines. This recommendation has been requested since 1998.

Chief Rives discussed the Police reports. Chief Beatty discussed the fire reports.

Alderman Simmons Chairman of the Administrative committee discussed the increase in wages for the 2018-2019 budget. Alderman Simmons made the motion to increase hourly rate of pay .30 per hour, by merit. Alderman Chesnut seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes.

Alderman Hull turned the discussion of Economic Development over to Astra Ferris. Ms. Ferris discussed having several projects in the works. She is busy completing RFIs and recently had five different site visits. Alderman Gilkey Chairman of the Public Expenditure committee meeting discussed the budget. Alderman Simmons Chairman of the Utility Committee discussed the increase of sanitation, water and sewer rates. He requested raising residential sanitation rate from $11.00 to $15.00. The commercial rates will be reviewed later. Alderman Simmons made the motion to approve the residential increase. Alderman Talbott seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes. Members reviewed the list of bills. Alderman Hull made the motion to pay the bills. Alderman Simmons seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes.

Mayor Harris read the Treasurer’s Report for May 2018. Alderman Simmons made the motion to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Alderman Talbott seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes.

The Municipal Court Report was presented for the month of May 2018. The outstanding balance is $136,114.98. Alderman Simmons made the motion to approve the report. Alderman Chesnut seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes.

Mayor Harris discussed adding one-half (1/2) of one percent sales tax for use in the parks. Members were in favor of adding this to the ballot in the November 2018 ballot. The city attorney will prepare an ordinance for the July 2018 meeting to consider for Council’s approval.

Mayor Harris opened the public hearing for the 2018-2019 budget at 9:02 pm. With no one speaking Mayor Harris closed the public hearing at 9:03 pm. Next the 2018-2019 budget was presented. After discussion Alderman Gilkey made the motion to approve the 2018-2019 budget. Alderman Hull seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes.

The Annual Liquor License were presented for approval. Alderman Chesnut made the motion to approve the license. Alderman Simmons seconded the motion. Alderman Talbott abstained. On vote, all other members voted yes.

Mayor Harris presented Council Bill No 1854
ESTABLISHING THE NEW SCHEDULE OF RATES TO BE CHARGED FOR ELECTRICITY, WATER AND SEWER, CLASSIFYING THE TYPES OF USERS THEREOF, THE CONDITIONS THEREFORE, AND THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF.  Said bill being furnished in advance for all Alderpersons and also posted at City Hall for public inspection prior to the meeting was read by title only for the first reading. Alderman Hull made the motion to approve this bill. Alderman Simmons seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes. Said bill being furnished in advance for all Alderpersons and also posted at City Hall for public inspection prior to the meeting, was read by title only for the second and final reading. Alderman Chesnut made the motion to approve this bill. Alderman Talbott seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes. Therefore, the Mayor declared said bill had been duly adopted and numbered Ordinance 1836. The ordinance was signed and approved by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk and the seal of the City affixed thereto.

Mayor Harris presented Resolution No. 426 APPOINTING RUSS WORSLEY DIRECTOR AND KENT M HARRIS ALTERNATE DIRECTOR FOR THE JOINT MUNICIPAL WATER UTILITY COMMISSION. Alderman Simmons made the motion to approve the Resolution. Alderman Hull seconded the motion. On vote, all members voted yes.

Mayor Harris reviewed the following reports: Budget Analysis Cash and Investments by Fund Comparison of Bills and Financial Statements Electric Sales Expenses – Not Budgeted Methane Gas Generator Income and Expense Nuisance Structures Pooled Cash Report Sales Tax Revenue TATS City Administrator, Russ Worsley discussed his report.

Mayor Harris started the round table. Alderman Powell mentioned the MML conference that Russ Worsley, Mark Gardner and he attended. He said it was very informative. Mayor Harris asked if there was any more business to come before the council, if not, a motion to adjourn would be in order. Alderman Chesnut made the motion to adjourn. Alderman Talbott seconded the motion. On vote, all members present voted yes. Therefore, the meeting was adjourned at 9:22 p.m.

Oklahoma pedestrian struck by hit-and-run driver on 43

A Jay, Oklahoma man was injured when he was struck by a car while he was walking partly on the roadway 11 p.m. Friday on MO 43, one mile east of Tiff City.

According to the Highway Patrol report, the car left the scene without stopping.

Paul A. Goodloe, 35, Jay, was treated for minor injuries at Integris Hospital, Grove, Oklahoma.

Highway Patrol Arrests June 22-23

Christy A. Ray, 28, Springfield, Springfield Police Department misdemeanor warrant, driving while suspended or revoked, no seat belt

Michael R. Gasche, 40, Stella, driving while intoxicated, no seat belt, failure to yield, four misdemeanor Newton County warrants for theft, driving while intoxicated and traffic violations

Jacob A. Hair, 20, Billings, misdemeanor Lawrence County warrant for failure to appear on minor visibly intoxicated

Robert J. Broadbent, 37, Springfield, misdemeanor driving while intoxicated

Georgette Lamprez, 52, Eagle Rock, misdemeanor driving while intoxicated, failure to drive on right half of roadway, no seat belt, no driver's license

Raphael L. Davis, 30, Kansas City, misdemeanor possession of marijuana, speeding

Chris D. Flowers, 39, Independence, speeding (106 in 70), possession of marijuana

Jamie L. Godfrey, 27, Springfield, two felony Lawrence County warrants for possession of amphetamine and tampering, misdemeanor Christian County warrant for speeding, misdemeanor Stone County warrants for assault and defective equipment, driving while suspended, failure to register motor vehicle, no seat belt, misdemeanor possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia

Jason I. Arrington, 40, Grove Springs, Laclede County warrant for speeding

Lisa K. Davis, 49, Bolivar, Bolivar Police Department warrant for failure to appear on driving while revoked

William D. Davis, 40, Bolivar, five Polk County warrants for displaying plates of another, no valid license (2), no insurance (2), no insurance, no seat belt

Citizen reports lead to JPD arrests of two drunk drivers

(From the Joplin Police Department)

We had a couple of community members call in last night and report impaired drivers they were following. Our officers were able to catch up to both drivers, who were extremely intoxicated, and witness their dangerous driving and arrest them for DWI. Thank you for those calls.

To those that still want to take the risk to drive impaired, we have eyes everywhere. It’s not just the police cars you have to watch out for, the community is watching too. Plan ahead and make the right choice.

Jasper woman injured in two-vehicle accident on I-49

A Jasper woman was injured in a two-vehicle accident 10:12 p.m. Friday on I-49, south of MO 171 in Carthage.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2012 Kenworth Tractor Trailer driven by Joshua M. Pape, 24, Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, attempted to pass a 2004 Chevrolet Impala driven by Janice K. DeGraff, 67, Jasper, but struck the DeGraff vehicle with its trailer unit.

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

Wandering Bear, marimba band to appear at Joplin Public Library

(From the Joplin Public Library)

Joplin Public Library (JPL) is continuing to ROCK! the summer with two more programs next week!

JPL will host flutist Mark “Wandering Bear” Barger for a Children’s program at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 26. Mark will share Native American music through a variety of flutes and other percussion instruments. Children will be invited to be active participants in this program.

On Saturday, June 30, Kufara marimba band will provide an energetic musical performance with music influenced by the Zimbabwean culture. This program starts at 4 p.m. and is recommended for all ages.

Come join us for some music and fun with these two special performers!

For more information on this and other events at the Rosemary Titus Reynolds Children’s Library at Joplin Public Library, please contact Tammie Benham at 417-623-7953.

Since 1902, JPL has been fulfilling the information needs of citizens of Joplin and the surrounding community. JPL offers content to meet the informational, recreational, cultural enhancement, and continuing educational needs of the general public. JPL has the distinction of being a Family Place Library, offering developmentally appropriate opportunities for play and early literacy development.