Inside Joplin features news and commentary about Joplin, Missouri, and the surrounding area, including Webb City, Carl Junction, Carthage, Sarcoxie, Neosho, Granby, Seneca, Diamond, Lamar, Golden City, Liberal, Anderson, and Pineville, with information about Jasper, Newton, Barton, and McDonald counties.
Sunday, January 31, 2021
Highway Patrol Arrests January 30-31
Saturday, January 30, 2021
Tornado warning issued for NE Newton County, NW Barry, SW Lawrence County
Tornado Warning
MOC009-109-145-302215- /O.NEW.KSGF.TO.W.0003.210130T2151Z-210130T2215Z/ BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED Tornado Warning National Weather Service Springfield MO 351 PM CST Sat Jan 30 2021 The National Weather Service in Springfield has issued a * Tornado Warning for... Northeastern Newton County in southwestern Missouri... Northwestern Barry County in southwestern Missouri... Southwestern Lawrence County in southwestern Missouri... * Until 415 PM CST. * At 351 PM CST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Granby, or 11 miles west of Monett, moving east at 25 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. * Locations impacted include... Monett... Mount Vernon... Pierce City... Verona... Newtonia... Freistatt... Wentworth... Stark City... Ritchey... Hoberg... Pleasant Ridge... This includes Interstate 44 between mile markers 38 and 45.
Tornado warning issued for SW Jasper County, NW Newton County
Tornado Warning
KSC021-MOC097-145-302215- /O.NEW.KSGF.TO.W.0002.210130T2145Z-210130T2215Z/ BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED Tornado Warning National Weather Service Springfield MO 345 PM CST Sat Jan 30 2021 The National Weather Service in Springfield has issued a * Tornado Warning for... Southeastern Cherokee County in southeastern Kansas... Northwestern Newton County in southwestern Missouri... Southwestern Jasper County in southwestern Missouri... * Until 415 PM CST. * At 344 PM CST, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Baxter Springs, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. * Locations impacted include... Joplin... Webb City... Baxter Springs... Galena... Duquesne... Duenweg... Loma Linda... Leawood... Lowell... Silver Creek... Shoal Creek Drive... Saginaw... Redings Mill... Grand Falls Plaza... Shoal Creek Estates... Dennis Acres... Cliff Village... Oakland Park... Iron Gates... This includes the following highways... Interstate 44 between mile markers 0 and 13. Interstate 49 between mile markers 30 and 35. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.
Crowder College Board of Trustees minutes
Crowder College Board of Trustees Minutes
January 25, 2021
There being a quorum present, the meeting of the Crowder College Board of Trustees of the Community College District of Newton-McDonald Counties, Missouri, was called to order by Board Chair, Mr. Andy Wood, at 10:02 am. on Monday, January 25, 2021, for a ZOOM Meeting.
Members present for the meeting were:
Andy Wood, Chair
Diane Andris, Member
Rick Butler, Vice Chair
Al Chapman, Secretary
Larry Vancuren, Member
Vicki Barnes, Treasurer
Also attending the meeting were:
Glenn Coltharp, President
Tiffany Marion, Administrative Assistant to VP of Finance and President
Joseph Brenner, Associate Vice President of Finance/ Controller
Cindy Brown, Director of Public Information
JP Dickey, Director of Admissions
Phillip Witt, Associate Vice President of Career and Technical Education
Aaron Divine, Director, McDonald County Instructional Center
Adam Morris, Vice President of Academic Affairs
Amy Rand, Vice President of Finance
Tiffany Slinkard, Vice President of Student Affairs
Al Stadler, Vice President of Information Services
T.J. Angel, Director of Physical Plant
Kathy Parker Collier, Grants Director
Stephanie Ferguson, Director of Financial Aid
Angela Seymour, Director of Cassville Campus
Genesis Grace, CTEC Administrative Assistant
Mark Aubuchon, Campus Life Director
Jamie Ward, Associate Vice President of Student Affairs
Mickie Mahan, Associate Vice President of Information Services
Matt Wallace, KPM Associate
Jim Cullumber, Director of Institutional Advancement
Keith Zoromski, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs
Cassie Hale, Director of Human Resources
Vickie Todd, Programmer/Analyst
Mark Fitch, Director Webb City Instructional Center
Monte Padgett, Director, Nevada Instructional Center
Minutes of Previous Meetings
Minutes of the December 7, 2020, regular meeting minutes were approved as written and previously distributed.
Financial Reports
Mr. Wood noted the monthly cash flow statement. Dr. Coltharp reviewed the checks written, selecting various checks on each page to point out. Board Members asked questions associated with various bills in the report. Mr. Wood noted two sets of checks needing approval for November 9 – November 30,2020 and December 1 – December 7, 2020 Checks in the amount of $699,203.63, $303,512.43 were approved ON MOTION by Rick Butler, seconded by Al Chapman, and unanimously carried.
Personnel
Dr. Coltharp recommended approval of the Resignation of Tyson Condict, Academic Coordinator Upward Bound Program, Kristin Hoover, Project Now Secretary, Samantha Juarez, Assistant Softball Coach. A MOTION to approve their resignations with thanks for their service was made by Larry Vancurren, seconded by Rick Butler and unanimously carried.
Dr. Coltharp recommended approval of the following Employment of Tyson Condict, Talent Search Advisor, Kelli Hardy, Program Coordinator, Joshua Sonis, Behavior Technician, Elizabeth Beck, Nursing Instructor, Carly Barwick, Academic Success and Testing Specialist, Jennifer Payton, Custodial Supervisor. A MOTION to approve all employments as recommended was made by Vickie Barnes, seconded by Al Chapman and unanimously carried.
Audit Report
Matt Wallace from KPM CPAs reviewed the June 30, 2020 fiscal year audit. Mr. Wallace pointed out the Independent Auditors’ Report which included an “unmodified opinion” that is free from material weaknesses, which is the best opinion possible. Mr. Wallace gave a brief summary of the audit of Crowder College, the Foundation, and the Facilities Corporation including a short review of the financial statements.
Room and Board Rates Proposal for 2021-2022
Mark Aubuchon presented on the Room and Board for the next Fiscal Year. They are requesting approximately a five percent increase for single occupancy and approximately a three percent increase for double occupancy rooms in Rough Rider Village. They are also requesting approximately three percent increase at Brown.
Sale of Property 3880 Crowder Drive., Neosho, MO 64850
Dr Coltharp started by thanking TJ Angel, Amy Rand and Cindy Brown on the promotion of the sale of the property. The college was able to receive eight bids on the property for sale. Ms. Rand recommended that we take the top bidder at $70,100.00. A MOTION to approve sale of property as recommended was made by Rick Butler, seconded by Al Chapman and unanimously carried.
Veteran Services Program Review
Stephanie Ferguson filled in for Jorge Davila. Ms. Ferguson explained the job that Mr. Davila does and the reporting that he does for each student that is involved in the Veteran Services program. Ms. Ferguson stated that the number of students has been maintained from Fall of 2019 to Fall of 2020.
President’s Update
Dr. Coltharp told the group that the Student Affairs group is working on a plan for Graduation in the Spring 2021. He stated they are looking at other colleges in the area and how they will handle graduation in the Spring.
Dr. Coltharp spoke about the retreat that will be held February 12, 2021 at the Webb City Campus. The retreat will host roughly 12 Representatives and it will allow Crowder College to explain some of the college programs. A retreat for the Board of Trustee members and Executive Council will follow.
Dr. Coltharp introduced Dr. Witt to talk about Transport Training and the Financial Update. Dr. Witt went over the Net Profits from the years of 2017-2021. 2017-2018 was the best year by far for the Transport Training program. Dr. Witt explained some of the revenue declines based on the Covid shutdown. The revenues are starting to increase this year based on a new CFI contract and other classes being added. Dr. Witt is predicting that the program will be profitable by the end of the fiscal year.
Adjournment
Mr. Wood reminded the Board of Trustees Members that the next regularly scheduled Board Meeting would be ZOOMED and held on Monday, February 22, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. With no further business, he declared the meeting adjourned at 12:04.
Highway Patrol Arrests January 29-30
Friday, January 29, 2021
Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions
Joplin Police Department Arrests January 28-29
Purcell man seriously injured in three-vehicle accident
A Purcell man was injured in a three-vehicle accident 5:19 p.m. Thursday on Route D at Purcell.
The Wilson vehicle was struck from behind by a 2013 Chevrolet Traverse driven by Breanna R. Mason, 26, Alba, causing the Wilson vehicle to hit the vehicle driven by the teenager.
Highway Patrol Arrests January 28-29
Thursday, January 28, 2021
Three arrested on drug charges following search warrant execution in Carthage
(From the Ozarks Area Drug Enforcement Team)On 01/28/2021 Ozarks Drug Enforcement Team and Jasper County SWAT served a search warrant at 13189 Cimarron Road, Carthage Missouri.
Joplin Police Department Arrests January 27-28
Highway Patrol Arrests January 27-28
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Joplin Police Department Arrests January 26-27
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Noel woman injured in accident on ice-covered bridge
A Noel woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident 7:24 a.m. today on I-49 at Anderson.
According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2014 Hyundai Sante Fe driven by Hamdi H. Mohamed, 26, Noel, lost control on an ice-covered bridge and struck the bridge rail and guardrail.
Mohamed was treated for minor injuries at Freeman Neosho.
Neosho woman injured in one-vehicle accident
A Neosho woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident 8:10 a.m. today on Highway HH, four miles south of Neosho.
Workers may be eligible for larger tax refund
(From University of Missouri Extension)
Workers may get a larger tax refund this year because of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), which is one of the largest anti-poverty tools in the US. But to get it, you must file a tax return and claim it.January 29, 2021, marks the 15th anniversary of EITC Awareness Day, a nationwide effort to increase awareness about the EITC and other refundable credits.
In 2020, 25 million workers received about $62 billion in EITC refunds. In Missouri, over $1.2 billion in EITC was refunded to over 476,000 families. The average amount received by Missouri families was $2,452.
If you worked last year and your income was less than $56,844, check out your eligibility for EITC. The EITC can provide up to a $6,660 refund when you file a return and have qualifying children. Workers with no qualifying children could be eligible for a smaller credit, up to 538 dollars.
Find out if you are eligible using the EITC Assistant (bit.ly/EITCASSISTANT); it’s available in both English and Spanish. The Assistant can help you:
find your filing status,
find out if you have a qualifying child or children,
verify if you are eligible for EITC, and
estimate the amount of your credit.
The federal income tax filing season will start February 12, 2021. Opening day is later than in the prior years due to the extensive software programming required by the legislation passed late in December 2020. Because of this delay, federal refunds that contain the EITC or other refundable credits will be issued in the first week of March at the earliest.
To provide Missouri residents with timely individual income tax information, University of Missouri Extension and the Department of Personal Financial Planning will host a one hour Zoom session at 1 PM on Jan 29th covering various tax changes from the CARES Act last March as well as the legislation from late in December. The presentation will also cover the EITC as it relates to the economic effects of the pandemic. To join, please visit this zoom link: bit.ly/MUEITC2021 (case sensitive)
School Closings January 27
The following school districts will not hold classes today due to weather conditions:
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Two men arrested after violent attack on woman at Baxter Springs home
(From the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office)Two men were arrested after Cherokee County Sheriff's Deputies were called to a rural Baxter Springs home on Monday.
Around 9:30 a.m., deputies responded to a domestic disturbance after a woman had sustained injuries in a physical attack, where the alleged assailant is also suspected of discharging a firearm.
In partnership with the Pittsburg Police Department, the suspect, identified as 44-year-old Richard Stark, was found at a home in Pittsburg a short time later. Cherokee County Deputies obtained a search warrant for the Pittsburg home and seized a handgun along with other evidence.
Richard Stark was arrested and transported to the Cherokee County Jail on allegations of Aggravated Battery, Aggravated Assault, Criminal Threat and Criminal Damage to Property.
Also arrested and transported to the Cherokee County Jail was 19-year-old Kolby Stark, who is facing allegations of Obstructing Justice.
Local resources are available for those who experience violence from family members or loved ones.
Safehouse of Southeast Kansas can be reached at 1-800-794-9148 and can assist in providing victims and children with emergency housing. In addition, those seeking information on a Protection From Abuse or Protection From Stalking Orders can call 1-800-723-6953.
249 to 171 exit near Webb City to be closed for guardrail repair
(From MODOT)
TRAFFIC ALERT: NB Rt. 249-to-NB Rt. 171 Exit CLOSED Near Webb City Feb. 1, for Guardrail Repair
Where: Northbound Missouri Route 249-to-northbound Missouri Route 171 exit CLOSED (Mile Marker 5.4) near Webb City
When: 11 p.m., Monday, February 1 until 4 a.m., Tuesday, February 2
Traffic Impacts
Northbound Missouri Route 249-to-northbound Missouri Route 171 exit CLOSED
No detour will be signed
Signs and message boards will alert drivers to the closure
(Weather and/or scheduling conflicts could alter the work schedule)
Kale Kitterman recognized for 10 years at Joplin Fire Department
(From the Joplin Fire Department)
Joplin Police Department Weekend Arrests
Highway Patrol Arrests January 25-26
Ricki B. Rodriguez II, 38, Kimberling City, Clay County misdemeanor warrant for non-support
Dequan J. Epperson, 22, Springfield, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, Polk County misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on speeding
Dylan M. Alonzo, 22, Branson, possession of marijuana
Monday, January 25, 2021
Arthur Brophy selected as Joplin Police Department Officer of the Month
(From the Joplin Police Department)JPD is proud to recognize Officer Arthur Brophy, who was selected as the November 2020 Officer of the Month. Please join us in congratulating him on his achievement. His award was based on the following:
"On February 18th, 2020, Officer Brophy responded to an address in reference to a male subject that had passed away. Upon his arrival, Officer Brophy was assigned to stand guard as to not allow anyone entry into the residence.
It was during this time that Officer Brophy was approached by the mother of the deceased who requested entry into the residence. Officer Brophy said, “I’m sorry momma, I can’t, I have to guard his body."
The mother sent a letter to our department recently describing this interaction with Officer Brophy back in February. She advised that in her most devastated and heart-breaking time in her life Officer Brophy acted both as an officer and a friend.
Thank you, Officer Brophy, for your service, hard work, and dedication to our profession and the citizens we serve.
Respectfully,
Sloan A. Rowland
Chief of Police