Public meeting on Truman Birthplace, Battle of Carthage state historic sites scheduled

(From Missouri State Parks)

Representatives from Missouri State Parks invite the public to attend a combined informational meeting at Harry S Truman Birthplace State Historic Site on Saturday, Aug. 14. The meeting begins at 10 a.m. at the historic site office. Tours of the historic site will be available following the meeting.

The public is invited to share comments and ask questions about the sites and their operations. Representatives from Harry S Truman Birthplace and Battle of Carthage state historic sites will be present to provide information and to 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. For a list of scheduled informational meetings, visit mostateparks.com/page/66611/informational-meetings.

The public is strongly encouraged to follow social-distancing guidelines and be proactive in protecting themselves and others.

Harry S Truman Birthplace State Historic Site is located at 1009 Truman St., Lamar. For more information about the public meeting, call 417-682-2279.

Jasper County Marriage Licenses

 Karsten Allen Creech, 26, Baxter Springs, Kansas, and Caitlin Lucille Roberts, 25, Baxter Springs

Shunn Lee Messer, 41, Carl Junction, and Jenine Faith Shaffer, 32, Carl Junction

James Patrick Painter, 22, Joplin, and Rayne Avonlea Gardner, 27, Joplin

Christopher Dale Pendergraft, 36, Webb City, and Jennifer Nicole Immekus, 32, Webb City

Garrett Wesley Thomas, 20, Joplin, and Emma Noelle Scott, 20, Joplin

Cole David Wayne Potter, 21, Carthage, and Kayleigh Nichole Vaughan, 21, Carthage

Frank John Hendricks, 76, Joplin, and Lois Dianna Fuller, 83, Seneca

Keith Austin Simpson, 27, Carthage, and Kammie Shay Dianne Short, 26, Carthage

Schylar Stephen Utley, 24, Joplin, and Destyni Shavon Abernathy, 25, Joplin

Bryan Lind Cottrell, 21, Vinita, Oklahoma, and Daylee Michelle Osburn, 22, Vinita, Oklahoma

Austin Eugene Lackey, 26, Carthage, and Amanda Christine Murphey, 25, Carthage

James William Bailey, 35, Fenton, and Jennifer Marie Payne, 37, Fenton

Lemorris Walton, 61, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Darla Aquila Mukes, 34, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Michael Allen Standeford, 36, Duenweg, and Keisha Marie Morris, 30, Duenweg

Zackary Wayne Haddock, 47, Joplin, and Starr Amber Thuerauf, 21, Joplin

Dade County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Darrin S. Langston vs. Audrey A. Langston

Staci L. Smith vs. Corey A. Smith

 

Barton County Dissolution of Marriage Petition

Justin Blanchard vs. Brittany Blanchard

 

McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petition

Tina M. Bloch vs. Kermit W. Bloch, Jr.

 

Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Margaret L. Baker vs. Andrew L. Baker

Victoria L. Freeman vs. Dennis F. Freeman

Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Andrew D. Loyd vs. Stacy M. Loyd 

Shantal M. Nelson vs. Phillip Nelson

Kelly S. Brown vs. Jason C. Brown

Sandra L. Sansone vs. Charles J. Sansone

Maryjane K. Daugherty vs. Brian R. Daugherty

Thomas F. Crossno vs. Rachel G. Crossno

Marcia Miller vs. Jon Fisk

Marilyn Miksell vs. Justin Miksell

Kristi J. Bayless vs. Jonathan L. Bayless

Veda Nonnweiler vs. Jared D. Nonnweiler

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Joplin

Jasper County

Sylvia Rosa Cropper

Christopher J. Outt

Michael A. Metz

Vernon County

Tyler H. Free

Prairie State Park to conduct guided "bison-tennial" hike

(From Missouri State Parks)

Prairie State Park invites the public to attend its Guided ‘Bison-tennial’ Hike at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7.

Participants are encouraged to bring their cameras and binoculars, and should also bring water, snacks, a hat and sunscreen. The hike is a 2-mile hike over uneven terrain; sturdy shoes are recommended. Dress for the weather, but shorts are not recommended.

Registration is required and the hike is limited to 25 participants. Those interested should call 417-843-6711 to register.

Due to the unique and rare diversity of life preserved at Prairie State Park, pets are not allowed on park trails. This regulation protects both you and your pet, as bison graze freely in the park. You are welcome to bring your pet to the park’s campground and picnic area but must follow Missouri State Park’s pet rules found at mostateparks.com/page/55057/pets. This applies to all types of pets except service animals assisting people with disabilities.

The public is strongly encouraged to follow social-distancing guidelines and be proactive in protecting themselves and others.

This is one of many events Missouri State Parks is hosting to commemorate the state's bicentennial. To see a complete list of bicentennial-related events and learn more about the commemoration, visit mostateparks.com/bicentennial.

Prairie State Park is located at 128 NW 150th Lane, Mindenmines in southwest Missouri. For more information, contact Prairie State Park at 417-843-6711.

Lamar Police Department Weekly Report

(From the Lamar Police Department)

Department numbers for the week of July 19 – July 25:

Dispatched calls – 152
Reports – 8
Car stops -19
DWI/DWI-D - 1
Drugs – 0
Misc. Arrests – 10
Pedestrian/Bicycle Checks -4
Business and residential checks – 191

7/19/2021 Officers were dispatched to a motor vehicle crash on SW 1st Lane. One driver was arrested for Driving While Intoxicated and possession of an open container of alcohol.

7/25/2021 Officers were notified of a possible assault on SW 1st Lane. One person was arrested Domestic Assault and transported to the Barton County Jail.

7/25/2021 Officers investigated a past tense theft in the 1100 block of E. 18th St, where a garage door had been left open. Investigation continues.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call 417-682-5054 and speak with Chief Joe Moore or Deputy Chief John Davis.

Fairview woman, two children injured in accident on 76

Three people were injured in a one-vehicle accident 10:15 p.m. Wednesday on MO 76, one mile east of Cape Fair.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2016 Honda Accord driven by Keira Y. Lee, 39, Fairview, failed to negotiate a curve, traveled off the right side of the road and overturned.

Lee and two passengers, an eight-year-old girl and a 14-year-old girl, were treated for minor injuries at Mercy Hospital, Cassville.

 

Joplin woman injured in head-on crash on Coyote Drive

 A Joplin woman was injured in a three-vehicle collision 6:15 p.m. Thursday on Coyote Drive, one mile south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2008 Ford Edge driven by Deeann L. Starr, 37, Joplin, struck a 2017 Lexus RX350 driven by Sharon K. Haight, 73, Joplin, head on, then struck a 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix driven by Barbara E. Schaffer, 49, Quapaw, Oklahoma, in the side.

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

Joplin man cited for DWI following injury crash near Mount Vernon

A Joplin man was cited for driving while intoxicated following a one-vehicle injury accident 7:54 p.m. Thursday on MO 97, 10 miles northwest of Mount Vernon.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2003 Ford F150 driven by Dustin A. James, 50, Joplin, traveled off the right side of the roadway, overcorrected, traveled off the left side of the roadway and overturned.

James, who was treated for serious injuries at Mercy McCune-Brooks Hospital, Carthage, was also cited for failing to drive on the right half of the roadway and for not wearing a seat belt.

 

Highway Patrol Arrests July 29-30

David M. Smith, 43, Diamond, driving while intoxicated

Robert C. Booker, 22, Joplin, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive in single lane

Adalberto A. Juarez Hernandez, 23, Joplin, driving while intoxicated

Madeline R. Low, 31, Joplin, driving while intoxicated

Adam T. Grover, 22, Joplin, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, no seat belt, speeding

 

Highway Patrol Arrests July 28-29

Brandon J. Bell, 36, Bentonville, Arkansas, driving while intoxicated-person less than 17 years of age in vehicle, fail to drive in right lane, fail to secure child in proper restraint

Dustin A. James, 50, Joplin, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway, no seat belt

Chyann N. Trulove, Merriam Woods, misdemeanor Branson Police Department warrant for stealing

Jarrod T. Cook, 28, Branson, resisting arrest, willfully resisted or opposed a member of the Missouri State Highway Patrol, failure to display valid plates, no motorcycle endorsement, no insurance

Christopher J. Albin, 33, Carthage, Carterville Police Department warrant for speeding

Jacob L. Noll, 25, Joplin, Newton County warrant

Kenneth C. Stevens, 38, Neosho, driving while intoxicated

Bridgett N. Middleton, 28, Monett, driving while intoxicated, speeding, no valid driver's license

Jason R. Escoffery, 38, Cocoa, Florida, driving while intoxicated, made u-turn/left turn on divided highway 

West 10th Street near Chestnut Avenue to be closed

(From the City of Joplin)

Starting Monday, August 2, West 10th Street near Chestnut Avenue will be closed for a stormwater construction project. Closure begins Monday, August 2 and is scheduled for three weeks to allow crews to make improvements. Travelers should use 7th Street or 13 Street during this time.

Work on this project involves the replacement of an existing 8’ x 3’ concrete box that was part of the “Old Willow Branch” system, which is 100-plus years old. 

The top of the box doubled as a sidewalk, so a new sidewalk will be installed along with a new ADA ramp on the northwest corner of 10th and Chestnut to improve accessibility for residents. Five inlets will be installed, (four on Chestnut Avenue and one on 10th Street) to increase collection rate of stormwater and decrease frequency of flooding.

This closure will be in place through Monday, August 23 as the City’s contractor G & G Construction, Inc. continues work on the stormwater improvements along this area. Traffic will be detoured during this time. Drivers may want to choose alternative routes due to possible delays.

The project is funded through the Parks and Stormwater Sales Tax, which voters renewed in 2011.

For questions, please contact Public Works at 417-624-0820, ext. 531.

Rural Riverton man charged with burglary, theft, property damage

(From the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office)

Cherokee County Sheriff's Investigators executed a search warrant on a home in the Rest-A-While area outside of Riverton late Wednesday afternoon as part of an investigation into a residential burglary from over the weekend.

During the course of the search at 7767 Southeast Skylark Road, property previously reported stolen along with suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia was seized.

Sheriff's Detectives arrested 40-year-old Stephen Hill who was transported to the Cherokee County Jail on allegations of Burglary, Theft, Criminal Damage to Property, Possession of Stolen Property and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Joplin man injured in accident near Sarcoxie

 A Joplin man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 6:50 a.m. Tuesday on Tiger Road, three miles southwest of Sarcoxie.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 1999 Ford F250 driven by Robert A. Garrett, 33, Joplin, blew the front left tire causing Garrett to lose control. The vehicle left the roadway, struck a culvert and went through a fence.

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

Jasper man injured in collision at 96 and 39

A Jasper man was injured in a two-vehicle accident 8:21 a.m. today on MO 96 at MO 39, one mile south of Miller.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2006 Ford Mustang driven by Jadeon T. Deal, 20, Jasper, was driving at a high rate of speed when it struck a 2009 Ford F250 driven by Corey L. Stockton, 30, Miller, while it was attempting to cross MO 96.

Deal was treated for minor injuries at Mercy Hospital, Springfield.

Texas woman killed in canoeing accident on Elk River

A San Antonio, Texas woman was killed in a canoeing accident 3 p.m. Tuesday on Elk River, three miles north of Noel.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a Mackinaw 156 canoe struck a tree in the river and capsized leaving its occupant, Maria Lilibeth A. Reyes, 46, San Antonio, trapped underwater between the vessel and the tree.

Reyes was pronounced dead at 9:47 p.m. by Dr. Goins at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

The boating fatality was the fifth this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.

 

Highway Patrol Arrests July 27-28

Kate E. St. Clair, 29, Zeigler, Illinois, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia

Heather D. Shelby-McAdams, 31, Marshfield, felony possession of a controlled substance-methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, no seat belt

David E. Shockley, 45, Marshfield, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, no valid license, no insurance, failure to display valid plates, no seat belt

Logan W. Chavez, 30, Bella Vista, Arkansas, McDonald County felony warrant for endangering the welfare of a child

Aeshia M. Slaughter, 35, St. Louis, possession of marijuana 

Joplin city facilities available for cooling centers

(From the City of Joplin)

As the heat index increases to dangerously high levels, City officials remind citizens to check on family members, neighbors and friends to ensure their environment is adequate to endure the hot conditions.

According to Keith Stammer, Emergency Manager for Joplin and Jasper County, the area doesn’t typically see cooling centers open until temperatures reach 100 degrees or more for three consecutive days. 

With the forecast moving toward that possibility, Stammer has noted that the City’s public areas are open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. With the current environment people are asked to be respectful of others space, leaving approximately six feet between each other. Masks are also encouraged where appropriate and/or required. Building options include:


City Hall, 602 South Main

Joplin Health Department, 321 East 4th Street

Dr. Donald Clark Public Safety Center, 303 East 3rd

Joplin Athletic Center, 3301 West 1st Street

“The City wants to be a good neighbor, and we allow access to our public space during normal business hours,” he said. “We also encourage our area houses of worship, clubs, civic organizations and businesses to follow suit and open their public areas as well.”



Jasper County’s COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disasters) will help spread the word when shelters are warranted and will act as a common notification point via their Facebook page.



“It’s important for all of us to be good neighbors,” he said. “We should check on each other and offer what help we can for relief from the heat.”

Important tips to remember during heat waves include:
Slow down: reduce, eliminate or reschedule strenuous activities until the coolest time of the day. Children, seniors and anyone with health problems should stay in the coolest available place, not necessarily indoors.
Dress for summer. Wear lightweight, loose fitting, light-colored clothing to reflect heat and sunlight.
Eat light, cool, easy-to-digest foods such as fruit or salads. If you pack food, put it in a cooler or carry an ice pack. Don't leave it sitting in the sun. Meats and dairy products can spoil quickly in hot weather.
Drink plenty of water (not very cold), non-alcoholic and decaffeinated fluids, even if you don't feel thirsty. If you on a fluid restrictive diet or have a problem with fluid retention, consult a physician before increasing consumption of fluids.
Use air conditioners or spend time in air-conditioned locations such as malls and libraries.
Use portable electric fans to exhaust hot air from rooms or draw in cooler air.
Do not direct the flow of portable electric fans toward yourself when room temperature is hotter than 90°F. The dry blowing air will dehydrate you faster, endangering your health.
Minimize direct exposure to the sun. Sunburn reduces your body's ability to dissipate heat.
Take a cool bath or shower.
Do not take salt tablets unless specified by a physician.
Check on older, sick, or frail people who may need help responding to the heat. Each year, dozens of children and untold numbers of pets left in parked vehicles die from hyperthermia. Keep your children, disabled adults, and pets safe during tumultuous heat waves.
Don't leave valuable electronic equipment, such as cell phones and gps units, sitting in hot cars.
Make sure rooms are well vented if you are using volatile chemicals.

Also pet owners are reminded to check on pets/companion animals to ensure they have cool water and shade during extreme heat temperatures.

Special meeting scheduled for Solid Waste Commission

 

Agenda posted for Joplin Sports Authority Board meeting

 

City of Joplin encouraging residents to take survey on internet use

(From the City of Joplin)

As part of its Smarter Joplin Roadmap initiative, the City and our partners are working to learn more about our community’s technology usage and needs. 

To start this effort, we are conducting an Internet Gap Study within our city. The study will provide vital information to help determine the level of connectivity that exists throughout Joplin.

 

Below you will find the survey links to the respective survey, was well as a speed test link that will assist us to determine the connectivity speeds across the City. Please note that these links go directly to Surveymonkey.com, the responses are confidential, and the City will not see any individual information.  
Residential: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZYVVF87
Business: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZYX5XYF
Speed Test: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZYJ7SLW

  “Everyone’s input is valued and will help provide data to this important effort that is geared toward making Joplin a better place to live and work,” said Patty Heagel, Assistant Director of Planning, Development and Neighborhood Services. For more information contact her at 417-624-0820 ext. 1570, or Pheagel@joplinmo.org.

Smarter Joplin is a disaster resiliency initiative to advance Joplin’s future economic development opportunities and connect the community through technology.

Joplin man arrested for burglary of Bungalow Day Spa

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On July 26th, 2021 officers with the Joplin Police Department responded to the Bungalow Day Spa at 2928 S. Main Street for a report of a burglary. 

Officers found a window had been broken to the business and found blood in several areas of the business. 

During their investigation, officers obtained video surveillance of the suspect, who was described as a shirtless, white male with distinct tattoos. 

Officers were able to positively identify the suspect as Jeremy Blevins, age 31 of Joplin. Blevins was previously contacted earlier in the evening a short distance away from the burglary scene and attempted to report he had been stabbed. 

As the investigation continued, the same business was found to have been burglarized on July 18th the same window being broken by the same method. Blevins was also positively identified in the surveillance video images as the suspect in that Burglary as well. 

Blevins was treated for his injuries and later arrested and transported to the Joplin City Jail. 

Charges are being sought against Blevins for 2 counts of Burglary in the 2nd Degree and Filing a False Police Report.

Seneca woman killed, second woman flown to KU Medical Center following crash on 43

A Seneca woman was killed and two other people injured in a two-vehicle collision 4:40 p.m. Monday on MO 43 at Route BB, four miles north of Seneca.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox driven by Stephine A. Langland, 35, Seneca, pulled into the path of a 2021 Kenworth utility truck driven by Jason E. Bonnow, 39, Wentworth.

A passenger in the Langland vehicle, Crystal N. Ward, 32, Seneca, was pronounced dead at 11:31 p.m. by Dr. Sweaney at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Langland was airlifted to KU Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas, with serious injuries. A second passenger, a 14-year-old girl, was treated for minor injuries at Freeman West. 

Lamar woman injured in car-cow collision

A Lamar woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident 2 a.m. today on BB Highway, four miles west of Greenfield.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2018 Nissan Altima driven by Quintin D. Farrier, 23, Lamar, struck a cow in the roadway.

A passenger, Taylor B. Farrier, 33, Lamar, was treated for minor injuries at Cox Barton County Hospital, Lamar.

 

Oklahoma man drowns in Elk River

A Commerce, Oklahoma man drowned 5 p.m. Monday in Elk River, three miles north of Noel.

According to the Highway Patrol report, Joel F. Pascual, 27, was wading in the river, ventured into deeper water, was unable to get back and drowned.

McDonald County Assistant Coroner Jonathan Fletcher pronounced him dead at the scene at 6:30 p.m.

The drowning was the 14th this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.

 

Highway Patrol Arrests July 26-27

Michael O. Bishop, 64, Willard, failed to drive on right half of roadway, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia

Jesse W. Wyatt, 43, Nixa, no seat belt, Christian County warrant for failure to appear on harassment

Stephen B. May, 62, Aurora, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving involving a crash, no seat belt

Tristen M. Moreno, 21, Sparta, boating while intoxicated, non-registration of a vessel, no boater's safety identification card

 

Jasper County Sheriff: Death of Oronogo teen appears to be accidental

(From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office)

On July 25th, 2021 at approximately 9:00 AM, Jasper County Deputies were dispatched to the area of County Road 205 and Ivy Road in reference to a deceased 19-year-old male. 

The male was identified at Jesse Harms of Oronogo, Mo. 

During the initial investigation this death appears to have been accidental and no foul play is suspected.

 An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday, July 27th and this investigation is ongoing.

Carthage man arrested, meth seized following shooting of woman on West Church Street

(From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office)

On 7-25-2021 at approximately 4:15 PM, Jasper County Deputies were dispatched to 459 West Church Street, in Carthage, in reference to an apparent accidental shooting. 

When Deputies arrived, they contacted a 36-year-old female with a non- life threatening injury to her forehead. The victim was treated at the hospital and later released. 

During the investigation a search warrant was obtained and suspected methamphetamine along with several weapons were located and seized inside the residence. 

Zachary C. Rosson, 33, of Carthage, was taken into custody and transported to the Jasper County Detention Center and charges were submitted to the County Prosecutor for Possession of a controlled Substance and Unlawful use of a weapon.

Jasper County Marriage Licenses

Centrell Alan Booth, 41, Joplin, and Tiffany Marie Hall, 37, Joplin

Loren James Ball, 28, Joplin, and Carolina Leigh Johnson, 27, Joplin

Brandon Lynn Burton, 40, LaRussell, and Jessica Lynn Rickard, 33, LaRussell

Keith Vincent Demm, 38, Joplin, and Brock Dlin Gipson, 28, Joplin

Zachary Ryan Plummer, 22, Neosho, and Hope Allyson Elizabeth Ostrum, 19, Granby

Ethan Isaiah Painter, 18, Fort Riley, Kansas, and Anastasia Lynn Wilkowski, 19, Carthage

Manolo H. Lopez, 36, Carthage, and Ilian Yesenta Hernandez Ramos, 34, Carthage

Joshua Kurtis Perry, 33, Joplin, and Jocelyn Rochelle Cochran, 29, Joplin

Eran Elliott Olsen, 41, Webb City, and Skylar Macayle Gooch, 19, Webb City

Charles Daniel Williams, 35, Joplin, and Hollie Elizabeth Wilson, 39, Baxter Springs

Dylan Scott Gromer, 27, Pittsburg, Kansas, and Mattson Jonane Steele, 25, Pittsburg, Kansas

Zachariah Callahan Morris, 29, Hot Springs, Arkansas, and Maggie Lynn Marie Smith, 23, Joplin

Sage Wesley Northern, 19, Diamond, and Baylee Ann Magoon-Lett, 18, Diamond

Trevor Jordan Devins, 30, Sarcoxie, and Hannah Rose Profitt, 27, Diamond

Dennis Joshua David Raben, 20, Diamond, and Hannah Grace Adams, 19, Stotts City

Joseph Dwayne Johnson, 46, Joplin, and Caroline Ann Halverson, 50, Joplin

Antoine J. Nickerson, 32, Joplin, and Ciera Lanae Jackson, 34, Joplin

Sean Patrick Seward, 35, Joplin, and Samanza Jane Smart, 31, Joplin

Uriah James Jarrell, 21, Joplin, and Olivia Nicole Schroeder, 19, Joplin

Lester Lewis King IV, 30, Joplin, and Callie Ann Onstot, 30, Joplin

Arnulfo Vasquez Huinac, 39, Carthage, and Ligia Yubeli Vinac Lopez, 33, Joplin

Carthage trooper assigned to Highway Patrol Troop D

(From the Missouri State Highway Patrol)

Captain Justin McCullough, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, is pleased to announce the assignment of two new troopers to Troop D. The new troopers were members of the 111th Recruit Class that graduated from the Patrol Academy on July 23, 2021.

Trooper Levi H. Crowe will be assigned to Zone 3, Polk County. Trooper Crowe, originally from Carthage Missouri, is a 2014 graduate of Carthage High School.

Trooper Joshua T. Martin will be assigned to Zone 13, Newton/McDonald counties. 

Trooper Martin, originally from Fenton, Missouri, is a 2012 graduate of Rockwood High School. Trooper Martin is married and has two children.

Carthage man injured in accident southwest of Jasper

A Carthage man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 9:20 p.m. Saturday on Highway M. five miles southwest of Jasper.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2011 Cadillac CTS driven by Tyson E. Waldo, 41, Carthage, traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck a utility pole.

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

 

Highway Patrol Arrests July 24-25

Robin R. Crotchett, 59, Urbana, boating while intoxicated, negligent operation of a vessel

Estefany Z. Maldonado, 21, Carthage, driving while intoxicated

Ryan S. Whiteley, 37, Springfield, driving while intoxicated, failed to use turn signal

Spencer J. Daniels, 38, Pineville, Bella Vista, Arkansas felony warrant for tampering with physical evidence

Jennifer D. Wolf, 36, Lebanon, driving while intoxicated

Cody A. Revels, 34, Willard, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving

Jason W. Proctor, 51, Carthage, felony driving while intoxicated

Highway Patrol Arrests July 23-24

Trey J. Davis, 17, Pierce City, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving resulting in a crash

Jeffrey C. Butts, 55, Springfield, possession of marijuana

Ricky J. Tyndall, 51, Nixa, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive in a single lane

Monique Payton, 27, New Orleans, Louisiana, Louisiana felony warrant for assault, speeding, possession of marijuana

Jahnnae N. Wallace, 30, Springfield, driving while intoxicated, speeding, no insurance

Michael E. Gilkerson, 29, Republic, Dade County felony warrant for probation violation on possession of amphetamine

Devante M. Ingram, 28, Springfield, possession of marijuana

William C. Martin, 53, Cassville, felony driving while intoxicated, driving while revoked, careless and imprudent driving, no seat belt

Cassidi C. Koenig, 24, Branson, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving

Morgan A. Murray, 23, Springfield, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia

Preston W. Carpenter-Ford, 18, Brighton, possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia

Thomas A. Fry, 40, Climax Springs, driving while intoxicated

Abby B. Baumann, 42, Hutchinson,  Kansas, felony driving while intoxicated (drugs) involving serious injury, careless and imprudent driving involving a crash, endangering the welfare of a child

 

Barton County Dissolution of Marriage Petition

Lizabeth E. Mooney vs. Tommy R. Mooney

 

McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Victoria M. Robertson vs. Orval T. Robertson

Stormie H. Blevins vs. Lee R. Blevins

 

Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Jennifer J. Oliver vs. Cody J. Oliver

Kristen Ryan vs. Jared Ryan

Michelle R. Davis vs. Luster C. Davis

Brian P. Chasten vs. Angela M. Chasten

 

Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Michael L. Gasper vs. Joan M. Hatch

Megan M. Lanham vs. Jaxson F. Lanham

Barbara J. Black Pope vs. Charles A. Gordon

Tracy R. Pippin vs. Billy J. Pippin

Tearra D. Sloan vs. Samuel M. Sloan

Mark Bostick vs. Brenda Bostick

Sloania M. Mejia vs. Miguel A. Gaspar

Brandi M. Drake vs. Scotty A. Drake

Cheryl Sutton vs. Kristian Sutton

Samantha Janes vs. Joseph Janes

Kendra T. Heiskell vs. Brian C. Heiskell

 

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Joplin

Jasper County

Michael Dean Foreman

Tiffany Danielle Hamm

Carroll Poole and Linda Gail Poole

Brian J. Fletcher and Rebecca J. Fletcher

Lawrence County

Ricardo Ruiz Cruz

Vernon County

Donald Gene George

Nighttime lane reductions, delays scheduled on 171 in Jasper County

(From MODOT)

TRAFFIC ALERT: Nighttime Lane Reductions, Traffic Delays on Route 171 in Jasper Co. July 26-Aug. 16

Where: Missouri Route 171 between Centennial Avenue in Webb City and Fir Road in Airport Drive along with short segments of Route 43 (Main Street) on either side of the roundabout at Stone’s Corner

When: 8 p.m.-6 a.m., Monday-Saturday, July 26-August 16

What: Contractor crews will remove the old driving surface on Route 171 and replace it with a new asphalt surface

Traffic Impacts

Traffic will be reduced each night to one lane where contractor crews are working

Crews will begin in the westbound lanes between Centennial Avenue and Oakland Street in Webb City
When that work is complete, contractor crews will work in the eastbound lanes between Oakland Street and Centennial Avenue

The contractor will then repeat the process, beginning in the westbound lanes, between Oakland Street and Fir Road in Airport Drive

Drivers should use caution when traveling through the work zone and watch for crews and equipment working close to traffic

All lanes will be OPEN to traffic during daytime hours and weekends

Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zones

No signed detours

Drivers are urged to find alternate routes to avoid the work zone

(Weather and/or scheduling conflicts could alter the work schedule)

Details: This work is part of a project to resurface approximately 26 miles of Route 171 between the Missouri/Kansas state line and I-49 along with relocating the intersection of Routes 171/96/YY near Carl Junction.

Project Information

Prime contractor: APAC-Central Inc., Springfield
Total construction costs: $9.8 million
Contract completion date: December 15, 2021