Inside Joplin: January 2023

Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Agenda posted for Joplin Celebrations Commission meeting

Riverton woman sentenced to eight years on meth, child endangerment charges

(From the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office)

Shayna Nichole Cowgill-Wittenmyer, 37, of Riverton, was handed down an 8-year prison term last week in Cherokee County District Court after pleading to Possessing Meth with Intent to Distribute and Aggravated Child Endangerment.

The charges stem from an August 2018 raid conducted by Cherokee County Sheriff's Investigators on Cowgill-Wittenmyer's residence, where they discovered a methamphetamine lab along with children in the home.

In September, 2022, a second suspect arrested at the time of the raid, Adam C. Evans, was sentenced to 104 months imprisonment.

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 30-31

01/30/2023 0800

SCOTTY JAMES SKAGGS

531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 37 303 E 3RD ST 250.00

BENCH WARRANT

\BENCH WARRANT

BENCH WARRANT

01/30/2023 1341

CHRISTOPHER SCHMIDT

531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 53 3434 S RANGE LINE 225.00

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

01/30/2023 1605

ZACHARY SCOTT MILLER

23000703 804 Empire Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 39 804 S EMPIRE AVE 500.00

ASSAULT - CITY

01/30/2023 1530

JENNIFER KAY KEMM

23000609 816 Pitcher St JOPLIN, MO 64801

WF 41 426 S RANGELINE RD 500.00

LARCENY - SHOPLIFTING

01/30/2023 1810

BRADLEY DONALD POWELL

2302 S Wall Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804

WM 25 10TH / S CONNOR AVE 0.00

BENCH WARRANT

FAIL TO APPEAR

01/30/2023 1830

CHEYENNE NIKOLE BELDEN

815 S Ohio Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

WF 33 303 E 3RD ST 0.00

BENCH WARRANT

01/30/2023 1834

ARIKA ANN EWRY

8248 Washington St HARRISON, AR 72601

WF 37 3031 S RANGELINE RD 500.00

FAIL TO APPEAR

DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

COMPLIANCE WITH REQUEST FOR ID BY POLICE OFFICER - BUSIN

01/30/2023 2257

JERMANE LATTE KELLY-WATERFORD

324 S Mineral Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

BM 35 3902 E COLLEGE VIEW DR 500.00

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

RESIST / INTERFERE W/ ARREST

01/31/2023 0014

DUSTIN PAUL HENSON

23000714 215 S Highland Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 30 215 S HIGHLAND 0.00

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY

RESIST / INTERFERE W/ ARREST

BENCH WARRANT

01/31/2023 0808

IVAN LEE LINDSEY

AM 26 531 S KENTUCKY AVE 225.00

531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

Highway Patrol Arrests January 30-31

Mark A. Cunninham, 56, Springfield, driving while intoxicated, speeding, illegal tint

Trisha L. Person, 44, Merriam Woods, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine

Melinda S. Leon, 40, Nevada, failure to yield, failure to drive on right half of roadway, careless and imprudent driving

School closings for Wednesday, February 1

The following school districts have canceled classes for Wednesday, February 1. The list will be updated as more cancellations are announced.

Aurora

Billings

Branson

Cassville

Crane

Diamond

East Newton

Exeter

Forsyth

Galena (MO)

Hollister

Kirbyville

Marionville

McDonald County

Miller

Monett

Neosho

Nixa

Purdy

Reeds Spring

Republic

Sarcoxie

Seneca

Southwest-Washburn

Springfield

Springfield Catholic Schools

Springfield Lutheran School

Taneyville

Verona

Westview

Willard

Monday, January 30, 2023

Lamar Police Department Weekly Report

(From the Lamar Police Department)

Department numbers for the week of Jan 23 – Jan 29:
Dispatched calls – 123
Reports – 7
Car stops - 24
DWI/DWI-D – 0
Drugs – 1
Misc. Arrests – 2
Pedestrian/Bicycle Checks – 5
Business and residential checks – 119

01/25/2023 Officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of College St in reference to possible suspicious activity. One person was arrested and transported to the Barton County Jail. Probable Cause for Stealing-Motor Vehicle, Assault 4th Degree and Harassment 1st Degree was sent to the Barton County Prosecuting attorney.

01/26/2023 Officer was notified of an electric meter that had been stolen. Investigation continues.

01/26/2023 Officer was contacting regarding a stolen cell phone. Investigation continues.

01/27/2023 Officer was dispatched to the 1400 block of Lexington in reference to a harassment in progress. No charges filed at this time.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call 417-682-3546 and speak with Chief Joe Moore.

Agenda posted for Jasper County Commission meeting

Weather forces change in Joplin trash pickup schedule

(From the City of Joplin)

No Trash/Recycling Services Today - Republic will not be running any routes today due to the icy conditions.

If they can run tomorrow, they will operate a day behind.

If they are unable to run tomorrow, they will resume their normal route schedule and take all on the next service day.

Thanks and stay safe!

Golden Key Award recipients named for Carthage R-9 School District

(From the Carthage R-9 School District)

Golden Key Award Recipients: Please join us in celebrating the Golden Key Award Recipients for the 2022-2023 school year.

Heather McConnell, Columbian Elementary (Early Childhood - 3rd grade)

Jeni Barlow, Carthage Intermediate Center (4-6th grade)

Jessica Marquez, Carthage Junior High School (7-8th grade)

Christy Philpot, Carthage High School (9-12th grade)

The purpose of the Golden Key Awards program is to recognize excellence in the teaching profession and to inform the public of the exceptional quality of instruction in the Carthage School District.

Nominations from students, staff and community members are summitted and reviewed by a committee to select the best of the best.

Pittsburg Police: 25-year-old woman dies at Freeman from self-inflicted gunshot wound

(From the Pittsburg Police Department)

On Wednesday morning, January 25, 2023, at approximately 7:00 AM, law enforcement officers from the Pittsburg Police Department, along with first responder units from the Pittsburg Fire Department and Crawford County EMS, were dispatched to a residence in the 300 block of W. Park St., in Pittsburg, in reference to a report of an emergency medical situation involving a traumatic injury.

Upon arrival, responders located a 25-year-old female subject in the residence, who sustained what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The female subject was initially transported to Ascension Via Christi for emergency treatment, and later to Freeman Health in Joplin, Missouri. On early Friday morning, January 27, 2023, the female subject passed away.

There were no indications of foul play, and a firearm was found on scene at the time of the initial call. The Crawford County Coroner’s Office is assisting, and the decedent was sent to Kansas City for autopsy.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing at this time. Anyone having information related to this incident, or other incidents, is urged to contact the Pittsburg Police Department at 620-231-1700, or at our tip line, 620-231-TIPS (8477). Callers may remain anonymous.

Joplin Police Department Weekend Arrests

01/27/2023 0920

MASON BRINLEY WILSON

1019 E Valley St JOPLIN, MO 64801

BM 19 302 S JOPLIN 500.00

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

01/27/2023 1815

SAMANTHA NICOLE WILLIAMS

WF 34 29/CONNECTICUT AVE 0.00

5049 Unicorn Rd PIERCE, MO 65723

BENCH WARRANT

01/27/2023 2035

MARIANNE DESIREE MEIER

3131 S Kelley Ct JOPLIN, MO 64804

WF 32 16TH/ MINA ST 0.00

BENCH WARRANT

01/27/2023 2220

JAMES DYMARR-CHANCE FRENCHIE

10001 Sheldon Dr ST LOUIS, MO 63137

BM 21 22/RANGELINE 500.00

DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/27/2023 2358

TABITHA J WOOD

7500 Highway Nn JOPLIN, MO 64804

WF 55 5014 S MAIN ST 500.00

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

01/28/2023 0848

BEKKA DEANN SIMPSON

228 N Maple Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

WF 29 303 E 3RD ST 0.00

BENCH WARRANT

01/28/2023 1400

EUGIN DIMITRV

3111 North MacKenly Ave OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73118

WM 48 4TH/RANGELINE 225.00

PEDESTRIANS WALKING ALONG ROADWAYS

01/28/2023 1400

ALEX BOANA

3111 N McKinley OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73118

WM 25 4TH/RANGELINE 225.00

PEDESTRIANS WALKING ALONG ROADWAYS

01/28/2023 1550

JORDAN DAWN ROBINSON

2210 W 4th St JOPLIN, MO 64801

WF 33 4TH/BYERS 500.00

OTHER CITY WARRANT

01/28/2023 1500

CHRISTOPHER SCOTT ELDER

Homeless JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 50 5TH/JACKSON 500.00

ASSAULT - CITY

01/28/2023 2048

KALEB BRADLEY WATSON

2016 S Hampshire Terr JOPLIN, MO 64804

WM 21 20TH/ VIRGINIA AVE 500.00

FAIL TO APPEAR

01/29/2023 0118

TYLER PRESTON REARDON

1818 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804

WM 28 1516 S MAIN ST 500.00

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

STATE LICENSE PLATES REQUIRED

WRONG WAY ON A ONE-WAY STREET

01/29/2023 1851

CHADWICK THOMAS STUDYVIN

1509 E 6th St JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 32 101 N RANGELINE RD 500.00

SEXUAL MISCONDUCT

Diamond woman injured in accident on I-49

A Diamond woman was injured in a one-vehicle accident 2:40 p.m. Sunday on I-49 at the 18.8 mile marker.

According to the Highway Patrol report, Susan C. Kirk, 64, Diamond, driving a 2007 Ford Ranger, lost control on an icy bridge, traveled off the right side of the road and ran into a ditch.

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

School closings for Tuesday, January 31

The following school districts have canceled classes for Tuesday.

The list will continue to be updated.

Ash Grove

Aurora

Billings

Branson

Cassville

College Heights Christian School

Crane

Crowder College

Diamond

East Newton

Everton

Forsyth

Galena (MO)

Greenfield

Hollister

Joplin

Joplin Area Catholic Schools

Marionville

Martin Luther School- Joplin

McDonald County

Miller

Missouri Southern State University

Missouri State University

Monett

Mount Vernon

Neosho

Pierce City

Purdy

Reeds Spring

Republic

St. Ann's School- Carthage

Sarcoxie

Seneca

Springfield

Springfield Catholic Schools

Springfield Lutheran School

Taneyville

Verona

Washburn-Southwest

Westview

Wheaton

Willard

Joplin, Carl Junction residents injured in weather-related collision

Two people were injured in a two-vehicle collision 11:45 p.m. Sunday on Highway P at Central City Road a quarter of a mile west of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a westbound Kia Rio driven by Cody L. Harrington, 34, Carl Junction, slid into the eastbound lane and struck a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze driven by Sarah D. Hartman, 50, Joplin.

Harrington was treated for serious injuries at Mercy Joplin.

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

Highway Patrol Arrests January 29-30

Michael R. Squires, 39, Springfield, felony driving while revoked, felony leaving the scene of an accident, felony tampering with a motor vehicle, careless and imprudent driving

Jennifer D. McClung, 45, Cassville, felony driving while intoxicated, driving while revoked, failure to drive on right half of roadway

Wilbur L. Irwin, 54, Irwin, felony possession of a controlled substance-methamphetamine, felony possession of a controlled substance- hydrocodone, possession of drug paraphernalia, careless and imprudent driving

Teri A. Townsend, 38, Shell Knob, Cole County felony warrant for possession of a controlled substance, two Barry County felony warrants for possession of a controlled substance

Brendin L. McHaffie-Boyd, 20, Fordland, driving while intoxicated, no seat belt

William C. Hines, 45, Lebanon, driving while intoxicated

170 additional victims of Jasper County mail thieves identified

(From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office)

On January 29th , at approximately 3:00 PM, Jasper County deputies were following up on information regarding the recent mail theft suspects.

During the investigation detectives searched a room at the Tara Motel located near I -44/Old 66 that both Sturgis and Blake had rented and located opened mail that contained W-2 forms, car titles, financial statements, checks and credit cards belonging to additional victims of Jasper County.

Approximately an additional 170 victims have been identified and will be contacted in reference to these thefts.

More charges will be sent to the prosecutor on both suspects and other agencies are now assisting with this investigation, including Joplin Police Department and Newton County Sheriff’s Office.

This investigation continues and more charges may arise. The Jasper County Sheriff’s Office will be working over the next several days to get the stolen mail repackaged and delivered to the victims.

Original news release

On January 26th, 2023 at approximately 2:00 p.m. Jasper County Deputies were dispatched to the area Fleece Lane and North Peace Church Ave in Joplin in reference to a suspicious vehicle that was stopping in front of several houses. The caller gave a vehicle description and license plate to the dispatcher.

Jasper County Detectives who were in the area recognized the vehicle description as a vehicle they were looking for in several reports of stolen mail.

Detectives located the vehicle at Casey’s in Briarbrook of Carl Junction. During the investigation, multiple items of mail were located in the vehicle with various different addresses.

The driver, Emily Sturgis, 30, of Joplin and passenger, Aaron Blake, 27, of Joplin were taken into custody and charges of stealing are being sent to the Jasper County Prosecutor for review. The owners of the stolen mail will be contacted by detectives. This investigation is ongoing and more charges may arise as it continues.

CWD deer management planned at Prairie State Park

(From Missouri State Parks)

Missouri Department of Conservation officials found a CWD-positive deer during firearms season on private land near Prairie State Park. In an effort to keep the disease from spreading, MDC is planning a controlled culling of deer within the park.

Chronic wasting disease, or CWD, is a fatal, neurological illness that affects white-tailed deer, mule deer, elk and moose. This contagious disease can be transmitted freely within and among deer populations.

Controlled culling will begin Feb. 1 and continue throughout the month. Portions of the park may be closed and visitors should check the Park and Site Status Map at modnr.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=0cc1b6513d6e407694aede7b7bdbde93 before visiting.

Based on available scientific information, MDC officials said they believe localized removal of deer through targeted culling is an effective means to minimize the spread of CWD and reduce the rate the disease spreads through the deer population.

Removing a greater number of potentially infected deer from the population can slow disease growth rates and minimize the amount of CWD contamination in the environment. Removing additional deer from where CWD has been detected can also help reduce disease transmission within the local population. Limiting population reductions only to areas where CWD is present helps reduce impacts to populations in the surround areas.

As a reminder, hunting is prohibited in state parks, except for specially designated hunts and culling operations. For inquiries about CWD culling, contact MDC at 417-209-6876. For information on trail closures, call the park office at 417-843-6711 or visit the website. Prairie State Park is located at 128 NW 150th Lane in Mindenmines.

Barton County Marriage License

Brandon Scott Root, 29, Lamar, and Kayla Rose Brown, 29, Lamar

School closings for Monday, January 30

The following school districts have canceled classes for today. The list will be updated as more closings are announced:

Ash Grove

Aurora

Avilla

Bolivar

Branson

Carl Junction

Carthage

Cassville

College Heights Christian School

Crowder College

Dadeville

Exeter

Hollister

Joplin

Joplin Area Catholic Schools

Kirbyville

Lockwood

Marionville

Martin Luther School- Joplin

McDonald County

Missouri Souithern State University

Monett

Mount Vernon

Neosho

Nixa

Purdy

Republic

Shell Knob

Southwest Baptist University

Springfield

Springfield Catholic Schools

Springfield Lutheran School

St. Ann's- Carthage

Thomas Jefferson

Verona

Washburn-Southwest

Webb City

Wheaton

Willard

Sunday, January 29, 2023

Emergency road conditions in place for Joplin

(From the Joplin Police Department)

We are currently working several crashes due to slick roads to include crashes on I-44 and a car that reportedly hit building. Please be aware if you are traveling tonight that the roads are slick.

Due to the inclement weather, the Joplin Police Department has initiated emergency road conditions.

Under these conditions, the department asks all drivers to only venture out if it is absolutely necessary. If you are involved in a traffic crash and no one is injured, the drivers are to exchange information including names, addresses, phone numbers, insurance companies, and policy numbers. Drivers should also move their vehicles off of the roadway as soon as possible.

Officers will only respond to any crash involving injuries or where one of the drivers leaves the scene without exchanging information.

Drivers who are involved in a non-injury crash during the inclement weather and would like to complete a report may come to the Joplin Police Department after the weather conditions improve and complete a form. You may prefer to obtain the same form online at your convenience at http://dor.mo.gov/forms/1140.pdf.

Highway Patrol Arrests January 28-29

John D. Gossard, 35, Joplin, driving while intoxicated

Marcus C. Swift, 22, Monett, driving while intoxicated, no insurance

Charles Gillan, 41, Sheldon, felony possession of a controlled substance-heroin, possession of drug paraphernalia

Darrell L. Burton, 63, Mount Vernon, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, felony possession of a controlled substance-hydrocodone, possession of drug paraphernalia

Martin L. Smith, 60, Carthage. driving while intoxicated

Joseph W. Howe, 26, Omaha, Arkansas, driving while intoxicated

Jonathan M. Crabb, 20, Goodman, Newton County felony warrant for burglary

Joeseph U. Clark, 20, Reeds Spring, felony no valid license

Amanda D. Guyette, 38, Joplin, Taney County felony warrant for possession of a controlled substance

Saturday, January 28, 2023

Woman arrested for assaulting three Parsons police officers

(From the Parsons Police Department)

On January 27, 2023 at approximately 4 am, K-9 Officer Christian Smith and Officer Luke Schibi were on patrol and observed Melissa Sue Kuffler, 52 years old of Parsons, standing outside of a residence in the 3100 block of Main Street.

Officers knew Kuffler had multiple warrants for her arrest through the Labette County District Court. Officers Smith and Schibi stopped to make contact with Kuffler and make the arrest on the valid arrest warrants.

Kuffler fled into a residence after being confronted by the officers. Officers pursued Kuffler and were able to take her into custody.

During the arrest, Kuffler punched and spat on the two officers. While being processed into the jail, Kuffler continued her behavior and struck another officer during the processing phase.

Kuffler was arrested on a Felony Aggravated Failure to Appear and a Failure to Appear warrant. As well as new charges of Felony Interference with Law Enforcement, and three counts of Felony Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer.

Patrol Lieutenant Kyle Wiford said, “I am glad that our officers were able to take Kuffler into custody for her outstanding warrants. I am very displeased with the behavior, disrespect and combative nature Kuffler displayed towards our officers.

"The warrants for her arrest for were failure to appear on two cases, which is two failures on her part, not on the part of our officers. I hope that the courts revoke her bonds on all her pending case since the current arrest and charges would be a violation of any prior release conditions she had promised to abide by.

"If she cannot respect the courts to appear for court and cannot control her combativeness when being arrested for her failure to appear, then the Labette County Jail is a safe and secure location for her to stay.”

Dennis Dodd, Deputy Chief of Police said, “this is an example of just good proactive policing by tenacious and self-motivated officers cleaning up the city streets in the dark of the night.”

“This is another great example of Parsons Police Officers proactively trying to get wanted persons and criminal off the streets of Parsons, even while many of us are at home and asleep. Quality policing is 24/7 and that is what our officers strive for on a daily basis,” said Chief Robert Spinks.

“It reminds me of the old TV police series of the 1970’s catchphrase, Don't do the crime if you can't do the time."

This continues to be an on-going investigation and citizens are encouraged to “See It, Hear It, Report It.” If anyone has any further information on this incident or any other criminal activity, please contact the Parsons Police Department at 421-7060 or call the Tip Line at 421-7057 or email at tips@parsonspd.com.

Neosho teen injured in collision south of Joplin

A Neosho teen was injured in a two-vehicle accident 4:33 p.m. Friday on Business Loop 49 at Foliage Road four miles south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 17-year-old Neosho girl driving a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze failed to see that a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 driven by David E. Johnson, 55, was stopped to make a left turn and struck the rear of the Johnson vehicle.

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

Joplin, Granby teens injured in 3-vehicle accident caused by deer

Two people were injured in a three-vehicle accident 12:20 a.m. today on 13th Street, a half mile east of Duquesne.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2014 Nissan Rogue driven by a 17-year-old Joplin girl and a 1996 Chevrolet 1500 pickup driven by a 17-year-old Joplin boy were stopped due to deer in the roadway when a 1999 Ford F-250 driven by a 17-year-old Granby boy struck the Rogue, causing it to hit the pickup.

The Granby boy and the Joplin girl were treated for minor injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.

Highway Patrol Arrests January 27-28

Jeffrey A. Walker, 28, Carthage, driving while intoxicated, lane violation

Steven W. Green, 30, Monett, felony driving while intoxicated, speeding, lane violation, driving while revoked, no insurance, illegal window tint

Daniel W. Cummins, 43, Cuba, felony driving while intoxicated, no valid license, no insurance

Isaac S. Hammack, 26, Wheaton, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving resulting in an accident

Sari D. Jones, 49, Springfield, Phelps County felony warrant for larceny/stealing, failed to properly affix license plates, no seat belt, no valid license

Desmond D. Williams, 42, Springfield, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, Greene County felony warrant for domestic assault

Friday, January 27, 2023

Portion of Connecticut Avenue to be closed Monday

(From the City of Joplin)

On Monday, January 30th, Connecticut Avenue will be closed between 33rd Street and 38th Street, weather permitting, one day only.

During this closure, traffic can bypass the closure however, drivers are encouraged to take alternate routes such as Main Street or Range Line Road so as to avoid detouring through residential areas. Missouri American Water will place new water lines in advance of the upcoming Connecticut Avenue Widening Project.

Watch for workers! Drivers are urged to use extreme caution in the work area and seek alternate routes if possible.

We appreciate your patience.

Joplin Police searching for missing teen

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The Joplin Police Department is asking if you know the whereabouts of Alivia D. Hubbard, 14 years of age to please contact the Joplin Police Department at 417-623-3131 x1885 or x1637.

Hubbard is described as a white female approximately 5’2 with red and black hair. Hubbard was last seen wearing a black hoodie with jeans in the area of 4th St. & Maiden Lane.

If you have any information, please contact the Joplin Police Department.

Badge pinning ceremony held for three new Joplin Police officers

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The culmination of training and advancement by officers at the Joplin Police Department is something that is earned and not given.

As an agency, we recognize this accomplishment through a badge pinning ceremony where officers are given specific recognition, presented their newly earned badge, and afforded the opportunity to have it pinned on their uniform by a spouse, friend, family member or other loved one.

Additionally, our department chaplains also provide a great service to our officers and bestow each with a custom gift to help guide them through their careers. This afternoon we proudly recognized three officers who have successfully completed all of their training requirements and are now full-fledged Police Officers.

We also recognized the recent promotion of one officer to the rank of Corporal. Those recognized were Officer Joshua Daniel, Officer Andrew Fowler, Officer Dalton Kirkland, and Corporal Jeffery Flener.

Please join us in congratulating these officers on their achievements! We know they will be terrific representatives of the Joplin Police Department as they serve our great community.

McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petition

Machala Lynne Robinson-Winters vs. Michael James Robinson-Winters

Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Miranda House vs. Shane Granger

Benjamin L. Myers vs. Misty L. Myers

Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

Tina A. Powers vs. Rickey A. Powers

Javier Alviso vs. Minsa Ikuta

Kimberly L. Butler vs. Eric B. Butler

Christian B. Velasco vs. Karissa C. Sparlin

Maiong Lao vs. Vang Lao

Travis Thompson vs Lauren Thompson

David W. Armstrong vs. Laramie M. Sweet

Violeta Salas vs. Jose C. Trujillo Mejia

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Joplin

Barry County

Lynn Marie Smith

Jasper County

Debra A. Francisco

Lawrence County

Kimberly Dawn Stith

Newton County

Kevin Scott Frazier

James Joseph Christman and Vickie Sue Christman

Joplin residents arrested following series of mail thefts

(From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office)

Jasper County detectives who were in the area recognized the vehicle description as a vehicle they were looking for in several reports of stolen mail.

Detectives located the vehicle at Casey’s in Briarbrook of Carl Junction. During the investigation, multiple items of mail were located in the vehicle with various different addresses.

This investigation is ongoing, and more charges may arise at it continues.

Joplin Police Department Arrests January 26-27

01/26/2023 1509

STEVEN DALE PEGGRAM

106 S Jackson Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 32 12TH / VIRGINIA 500.00

FAIL TO APPEAR

01/26/2023 1552

MILAN JUNIOR ALEXANDER

302 S Pearl Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

BM 42 303 E 3RD ST 500.00

FAIL TO APPEAR

01/26/2023 1819

MICHAEL SEAN STRICKLIN

531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 54 123 N BYERS 0.00

BENCH WARRANT

01/26/2023 1826

KEVIN DARNELL SMITH

BM 56 1ST / PEARL AVE 500.00

102 N Pearl Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

SEXUAL MISCONDUCT

01/26/2023 1900

DANIEL CHRISTOPHER STORY

3602 Norman Drive JOPLN, MO 64801

WM 36 303 E 3RD ST 0.00

BENCH WARRANT

FAIL TO APPEAR

01/26/2023 1906

BOBBY GENE SKILES

531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 31 531 S KENTUCKY 500.00

DISTURBING THE PEACE

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

01/26/2023 2134

DAVID CHARLES BROWN

1202 Grand Ave CARTHAGE, MO 64836

WM 31 1503 S RANGELINE 500.00

DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

DISPLAY OF STATE PLATES

01/26/2023 2000

JOHN JOSEPH LEE

653 W Westview SPRINGFIELD, MO 65807

WM 34 HWY166/OUTER VRD 500.00

FAIL TO APPEAR

DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED

01/26/2023 2330

RONALD LEE ENGLE

927 Pitcher Rd JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 54 B ST/ MONROE 0.00

BENCH WARRANT

01/26/2023 2357

SELVIN S GONZALEZ-VASQUEZ

410 S Jackson Ave, 12 JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 26 14TH/MAIN ST 500.00

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED

DRIVERS LICENSE TO BE CARRIED ON PERSON

01/27/2023 0036

BRITTANY MARIE HILTON

2936 E 10th St JOPLIN, MO 64801

WF 34 1400 E CENTRAL 500.00

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

01/27/2023 0200

JAMES MICHAEL EDWARDS

701 A St Ne MIAMI, OK 74354

WM 40 3950 E 7TH ST 500.00

FAIL TO APPEAR

01/27/2023 0242

TAVIN DARNELL SPICER

2019 S Hampshire JOPLIN, MO 64801

WM 28 29TH/RANGELINE RD 500.00

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING

01/27/2023 0221

TYRA ELIZABETH COLLINS

13305 Iris Rd Lot 12 NEOSHO, MO 64850

WF 32 29TH/RANGELINE RD 500.00

DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED