Saturday, April 29, 2023
Good Samaritan helps Parsons Police nab fleeing suspect
(From Parsons Police Department)On April 28, 2023, at about 5:04 pm, Parsons Police were dispatched to 3201 North 16th Street (Wal-Mart), in town. Police were summoned for a report of a theft that had just occurred. Dispatch advised that a white male wearing red shorts, light blue shirt, and white shoes took a bicycle that was being assembled and rode it out of the store south towards the Shoe Department store.
Sgt Waylon Kepley arrived and began checking the area for the suspect. While conducting an area check looking for the suspect, Sgt Kepley circled back south on 16th Street, he saw a white male on a bicycle wearing a white shirt, red shorts, and white shoes riding out of the east ditch near Holiday Inn Express (1500 Cattle Drive). Once the male was on 16th Street, he started traveling north towards Sgt Kepley.
Police began following the bicyclist as he rode north on 16th Street.
As Sgt. Kepley turned his patrol vehicle around, the male subject was traveling west off road behind the Center Self Storage Units (2312 North 16th Street). Sgt Kepley was able to locate a driveway into the open lot and the male subject was now heading east back towards the road. Sgt Kepley was about to cut off his route to the road and the male traveled south in the ditch. Sgt Kepley parked his patrol unit and gave chase on foot ordering the male to stop and get off the bicycle. The male refused and continued south.
While chasing the suspect, an unknown citizen who was a white male in a four-door white passenger car (possibly a Chevy) was southbound on 16th Street when he stopped his vehicle and chased the suspect as well. The suspect got off of the bicycle and ran several more feet before stopping and sitting down.
When Sgt Kepley arrived the citizen was standing near the suspect who was lying down on his back. The suspect was taken into custody without further incident. While Sgt Kepley thanked the citizen as he was walking back to his vehicle, he left before Sgt Kepley could get his name to ensure he got a thank you.
The Department would like to thank the Good Samaritan who stopped to assist Sgt Kepley. At the time of this incident other officers were all tied up with other calls.
The suspect was identified as Waite Aaron Showalter. Showalter was found to be in possession of a baseball hat and Axe hair product that was also stolen from Wal-Mart.
Along with the stolen bicycle. Showalter was escorted to PSO Joshua Lindsey Jr. patrol vehicle and transported to the Parsons Police Department Lockup Facility.
Showalter has previous convictions for interference with Law Enforcement Officers.
Joplin man wanted after fleeing from Sarcoxie Police
(From the Sarcoxie Police Department)WANTED
Jakobi Douglas Norman
Initial traffic stop for 64 mph in a 35mph zone. Failed to stop; a short pursuit was initiated.
Stopped for the officer in front of Kum and Go. He was asked for his driver's license and insurance. He stated his insurance was on his phone, but stated the bike was insured.
The motorcycle plates came back expired, Norman did not have an MC endorsement and could not provide insurance. He was advised that the MC would be towed due to these reasons. He proceeded to jump back on the MC and flee from the officer. The officer proceeded a short distance but terminated due to Norman's dangerous driving.
He is wanted for resisting, careless and imprudent driving, no valid DL, no insurance, and failure to register a motor vehicle.
Charges will be sent to the city attorney.
(Editor's note: Previous online court records indicate Norman is a Joplin resident.)
Neosho woman, Granby man suffer serious injuries in crash on 86
Two people were injured in a one-vehicle accident 11:50 a.m. today on MO 86 two miles north of Wheaton.
According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2014 GMC pickup driven by Gary L. Carterman, 65, Granby, traveled off the left side of the roadway, overcorrected, traveled off the right side of the roadway and struck the ditch.
Carterman and a passenger, Krista K. Green, 45, Neosho, were treated for serious injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.
Carterville man, Oronogo woman injured in collision on Pecan Road
Two people were injured in a two-vehicle collision 3:10 p.m. today on Pecan Road seven miles northeast of Carl Junction.
According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan driven by Zachary I. Davis, 31, Oronogo, failed to stop at a stop sign and struck a 2017 Dodge Challenger driven by Rex L. Romesburg, 44, Carterville.
Romesburg was treated for moderate injuries at Freeman West Hospital, Joplin.
A passenger in the Davis vehicle, Katelynn R. Snyder, 26, Oronogo, was treated for minor injuries at Mercy Joplin.
Highway Patrol Arrests April 28-29
Crystal L. Thurman, 37, Grove, Oklahoma, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving, no valid plates, no insurance, no seat belt
Derrick A. Holt, 30, Brookline, driving while intoxicated
Homer W. Culler, 41, Tulsa, Oklahoma, felony driving while intoxicated
Randall S. Herion, 46, Bolivar, driving while intoxicated, stop sign violation
Jennifer Simhiser, 35, Omaha, Arkansas, Taney County misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on no insurance
Michael R. Davenport, 40, Springfield, felony possession of a controlled substance- heroin
Friday, April 28, 2023
Jasper County Sheriff's Office Arrests
4/28/2023
Jasper County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Report
3/21/2023 Jason R Canady , 39 of Galena, KS was arrested for: Trespassing
3/23/2023 Robert L Harris, 28 of Carthage, MO was arrested for: Assault
3/26/2023 Ryan W.P. Schuster, 39 of Neosho, MO was arrested for: Property Damage, Stealing, Trespassing
3/26/2023 Christopher J Isenberger, 35 of Joplin, MO was arrested for: Assault on Law Enforcement, Domestic Assault, Resisting by Force or Flight
3/27/2023 Amesia V Perkins, 23 of Duenweg, MO was arrested for: Child Endangerment
3/28/2023 Krystal L Hodson, 42 of Joplin, MO was arrested for: Domestic Assault
3/29/2023 Antaun R Sams, 34 of Pittsburg, KS was arrested for: Fugitive from Justice
3/31/2023 Travis C Westbrook, 38 of Pittsburg, KS was arrested for: Fugitive from Justice
4/1/2023 Nicholas L Cale , 29 of Asbury, MO was arrested for: Sex Offender Registration Violation
4/1/2023 Leslie D Barnett, 48 of Webb City, MO was arrested for: Driving While Intoxicated / Impaired
4/1/2023 Krystal L Hodson, 42 of Joplin, MO was arrested for: Violation of Protection Order
4/1/2023 Matthew A Chapman, 52 of Reeds, MO was arrested for: Child Abuse / Neglect, Weapons Violation
4/2/2023 John C Gage, 34 of Joplin, MO was arrested for: Trespassing
4/2/2023 Micheal E Girdner, 48 of Diamond, MO was arrested for: Domestic Assault
4/6/2023 Saul A Gonzalez-Alonso, 36 of Reeds, MO was arrested for: Domestic Assault
4/6/2023 Jett H Williamson, 29 of Wichita, KS was arrested for: Possess Controlled Substance, Possess Drug Paraphernalia, Weapons Violation
McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions
Chris S. Bice vs. Ashton N. Bice
Natalie A. Trejo vs. Jesus Ocampo
Racelle L. Wallace vs. William S. Wallace
Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions
William H. Middleton vs. Tessa L. Middleton
Adrian T. Butler vs. Jeremy L. Butler
Craig Millett vs. Julie Millett
Patrick R. Gorman vs. Sara L. Gorman
Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions
Amanda L. Carpenter vs. Dacota N. Carpenter
Michelle Hensley vs. Jamie Hensley
Chelsea N. Thompson vs. Joshua M. Thompson
Aaron E. Johnson vs. Danelle T. Wells
Chase T. Borland vs. Keisha N. Borland
Ashlee R. Maggard vs. Joshua Maggard
Angela M. Chedester vs. Eric D. Chedester
Melissa B. Farmer vs. Jacob M. Farmer
Bailey N. Danner vs. Justin D. Ellison
James N. Seller vs. Rachel A. Seller
Rosa M. Bravo vs. Jose D. Bravo
John M. Witherspoon vs. Emmaleigh A. Witherspoon
Crystal Krause vs. Beau D. Krause
Michealle L. Miller vs. Monica Miller
Justin C. Fensky vs. Jennifer L. Fensky
Christopher E. Ash vs. Miranda M. Ash
U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Joplin
Barton County
Jana Marie Carney
Jasper County
Jessica Ruth Sartin
Casey James Hall and Joni Ranee Hall
Lawrence County
Robert W. Moeller and Cynthia J. Moeller
Aron Richard Levesque
Newton County
Maryanne Baruth
OMG 4Real Properties
Marsha Garnett Claussen and James Richard Claussen
Vernon County
Charles Robert Pratt, Jr.
Joplin Police Department Arrests April 27-28
04/27/2023 0900
BRADLEY ALLEN SHOUSE
531 S Kentucky Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 48 303 E 3RD ST 225.00
TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY
04/27/2023 1349
BRETT MITCHELL ADAMS
531 S Kentucky Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 28 901 S MAIN ST 225.00
TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY
FAIL TO APPEAR
FAIL TO APPEAR
04/27/2023 1745
HALEY NICOLE BOWERS
2919 E 25th Street
JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 28 101 N RANGELINE RD 500.00
FAIL TO APPEAR
04/27/2023 1811
WESLEY DEAN CAMPBELL Jr
319 Fairway Dr
CARL JUNCTION, MO 64834
WM 22 FREEMAN HOSPITAL 0.00
SAFE KEEP
04/27/2023 2141
CASEY ALEXANDAR RUARK
103 S McKinley Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 27 32ND/MCCONNELL AVE 0.00
BENCH WARRANT
BENCH WARRANT
BENCH WARRANT
BENCH WARRANT
BENCH WARRANT
04/27/2023 2220
DOMINICK BOYER
WM 20 7TH/MONROE 500.00
6421 Wood St RACINE, MO 64858
DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED
04/28/2023 0119
JASPER DANIEL KING
12039 S 702 Rd
WYDOTTE, OK 74370
WM 25 500 BLK S JOPLIN 500.00
DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED
EXCESSIVE NOISE
Highway Patrol Arrests April 27-28
Gerald E. Dutcher, 36, Buffalo, Dallas County felony warrant for possession of a controlled substance
Levi M. Dorris, 22, Appleton City, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving
Michael J. Argueta, 18, Collins, St. Clair County warrant for failure to appear on no seat belt, speeding, no seat belt
Joplin Parks and Recreation seeking lifeguards
(From Joplin Parks and Recreation)As summer approaches, Joplin Parks and Recreation are actively working to open pools this summer. The pool lines and pumps have been checked, the pool amenities are ready, and the deck chairs and canopies are in place.
The most difficult challenge they’re facing is hiring 90 lifeguards. To date, the department has only received 14 applications and a minimum of 30 is needed just to open Cunningham Pool.
“Lifeguards are essential workers in the parks and rec field and to the community,” said Paul Bloomberg, Director. “Without them, we can’t open a pool, and we don’t want that to happen and I’m sure the citizens don’t either.”
Last year, Parks and Recreation faced a similar shortage but was able to recruit enough staff to open the main part of Schifferdecker Pool and a few weeks later were able to open the Lazy River. With the number of slides and other amenities that pools have, it takes more people to staff a full shift.
The safety standard is to have enough staff so that all zones are covered, and if someone gets into trouble, they are able to be reached in a certain amount of time. Joplin’s pools are large, and some areas in the pool are popular for swimmers to gather.
“We must ensure that we have enough guards on the deck to reach them in a very quick time. That drives up the number of guards needed. Safety is always the top priority, and we can’t open any of the pools unless we have the lifeguards.”
Joplin is not alone in this staffing challenge. According to the American Lifeguard Association, last year’s lifeguard shortage kept about a third of the 309,000 public swimming pools closed or opened sporadically.
Bloomberg is encouraging people of all ages to consider lifeguarding and not a job just for teenagers.
“We need to think about it as a summer job that benefits many people. Former lifeguards or those who enjoy water sports and have time to give can earn a little extra spending money. Just working some hours during the week, would help boost our guard numbers so we can open pools this season. There is no maximum age limit, and we’d appreciate it if others would consider being a lifeguard this summer. I’m sure the swimmers would too.”
In addition to being a fun summer activity, Joplin pools offer opportunities for swim lessons for some 400 kids each year. Local day camps bring their classes to the pool at least once a week as part of their programming, and many families and groups have hosted birthday parties and other social events at the pool.
“Pools are a great gathering place and provide fun recreational options throughout the summer. We really are trying to provide that for our community, but without more people applying to work as a lifeguard, I’m afraid of what this summer will look like.”
As seasonal City employees, lifeguards earn $10.71 per hour for the first year. As returning lifeguards, staff could see an increase in their hourly rate. “In the past, we’ve had lifeguards work for us for five or six years, but that’s not the case anymore. They either have additional school commitments or seek other job opportunities that can offer higher pay. This makes our planning difficult because we aren’t sure of the number of guards we’ll have for the summer. This year is more of a challenge because many businesses are hiring and can pay more than a municipal pool job can.”
Bloomberg notes that the City does offer flexible schedules and works around other commitments, which could help if someone makes lifeguarding their second job on a part-time basis.
Parks and Recreation will continue planning to open the pools this year. The goal is to hire 60 lifeguards to open Schifferdecker Pool, with the hope of hiring enough lifeguards to open Cunningham Pool as well.
This year’s opening date has been moved to Friday, June 2, due to schools dismissing right before Memorial Day. This is later than usual and does not allow for the time needed to conduct specific lifeguard facility training before the holiday.
To learn more about working as a lifeguard, apply at the Human Resources Department at Joplin City Hall located at 602 S. Main or online at www.joplinmo.org/jobs. Applicants need to be 16 years of age by the first day on the job.
“We are hopeful that we can get more applicants and get people trained soon so we can at least open Cunningham Pool for the season. The number one priority at the aquatic centers is the safety of our visitors and staff, which means we need more lifeguards. A lot more lifeguards.” said Bloomberg.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Carthage Police: Do you know this suspect?
(From the Carthage Police Department)
The Carthage Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in identifying the suspect shown here. This will be in reference to case #23-1734
If you know this person, please contact Aux Officer Keith at 417-237-7200 or at a.keith@carthagemo.gov
Lamar man charged with kidnapping former girlfriend, putting her in garden shed
(From the Lamar Police Department)
During the early morning of 04-26-2023, Lamar Police Officers responded to a call near the intersection of 9th and Broadway after dispatch received multiple 911 calls reporting a woman screaming for help.
One of the callers reported that it sounded like a man was chasing a woman. When the officers arrived, they located a vehicle with the engine running and the driver’s side door was open. The vehicle had struck a residence near the intersection. The officers immediately began searching for the registered owner of the vehicle.
Their investigation revealed that Matthew F. Clements, 30, of Lamar Mo. had been following a woman that he had previously been in a relationship with.
Near the intersection of 9th and Broadway, he blocked her vehicle with his; forcibly removed her from the vehicle and placed her in his vehicle, without her consent. The woman’s vehicle was still in drive, which caused it to travel through the intersection and collide with a house after she was removed.
Clements then transported the woman to a residence where he placed her in a garden shed. During this time, he threatened her, telling her he would not hurt her if she wouldn’t try to leave. After a length of time, he released the woman. The woman did receive minor injuries from this incident.
Matthew Clements was arrested by the Lamar Police Department and a charge of Kidnapping has been filed by the Barton County Prosecutor’s Office. Matthew F. Clements is currently being held in the Barton County Jail on a no bond warrant.
As is the case in all arrests, charges are based on probable cause and all persons are considered innocent until or unless proven guilty in court.
Joplin Police Department Arrests April 26-27
04/26/2023 0825
BRANDI LYNN MARTS
2209 3rd Street
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 42 303 E 3RD STREET 500.00
BENCH WARRANT
BENCH WARRANT
04/26/2023 0905
SCOTT BRANDON SMITH
905 McKinley
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 44 303 E 3RD STREET 0.00
BENCH WARRANT
BENCH WARRANT
04/26/2023 1100
TIFFANY JEAN HERNANDEZ
1119 Picher Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 39 16TH JACKSON 0.00
BENCH WARRANT
BENCH WARRANT
04/26/2023 1100
TAMMY ANNETTE
ROBERTSON
1119 Picher
JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 42 16TH AND JACKSON 0.00
BENCH WARRANT
BENCH WARRANT
FAIL TO APPEAR
04/26/2023 2100
HOLLIE NICOLE ZGONC
203 N Connor Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 36 2808 W 7TH ST 500.00
DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED
04/26/2023 2105
NICHOLAS JOHN TUINSTRA
531 S Kentucky
JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 34 2623 W 7TH ST 225.00
TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY
04/26/2023 2230
RICHARD ANTHONY TURPIN
531 S Kentucky
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 34 6TH KENTUCKY AVE 0.00
SAFE KEEP
04/26/2023 2314
DYLAN JAMEL BOLDEN
10414 Scenic Vista Drive
HOUSTON, TX 77396
BM 22 DUQUESNE/INTERNATIONAL AVE 0.00
BENCH WARRANT
Highway Patrol Arrests April 26-27
Bobby J. Bourland, 41, Nevada, Barton County felony warrant for harassment, no seat belt
Ashley L. Dixon, 35, Branson, felony possession of methamphetamine, felony possession of opioids
Cody J. Robinson, 37, Branson, felony possession of methamphetamine, felony possession of benzodiazepine, felony unlawful possession of illegal firearm, felony possession of opioids, driving while intoxicated
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Agenda posted for Thursday Newton County Commission meeting
Newton County Commission Agenda
Thursday, April 27, 2023, 10:30 am
Newton County Courthouse, Room 309
Roll Call
Approve Agenda
Approve Minutes
Old Business
- Award RFQ 2023-13 Engineering Consulting Service for Bridge Replacement at Old Hwy 71
- Award Bid 2023-21 Judicial Center Roof Repair
- Award Bid 2023-23 Lien Search
New Business
- Credit Application Controls & Electric Motor Co.
Appointments and Vacancies- None.
7. Accept printed reports for review.
8. Officeholders Update
9. Closed Session as per RSMo 610.021 (1), (2), (3)
Crowder students receive awards at Phi Theta Kappa luncheon
(From Crowder College)Crowder College students, Carl Davies-Kiilu (Nairobi, Kenya) and Michael Kiele (Neosho) received awards at the annual Phi Theta Kappa luncheon at Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri earlier this month. The luncheon is sponsored by Missouri Community College Association.
Both students were named part of the All-Missouri team which recognized 57 students statewide. Kiele was named a PTK Coca-Cola National Bronze Scholar. As one of four students in Missouri, Kiele was presented a $1,000 scholarship for his efforts.
Kiele graduates in May and plans to continue to pursue a degree to become an art instructor. Davies-Kiilu is in his first semester of Crowder’s nursing program and plans to pursue a degree to become a pediatric neurosurgeon.
PTK All-Missouri team recognizes high-achieving students at community colleges who demonstrate academic excellence, intellectual rigor, leadership, and service that extends their education beyond the classroom to benefit society.
Students were accompanied by PTK co-sponsor Dr. David Schieffler.
Joplin Police Department Arrests April 25-26
04/25/2023 0837
NADA ROSE REYNOLDS
531 S Kentucky Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 37 3105 E 17TH ST 500.00
OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY
04/25/2023 1048
RAYMOND SCOTT BURDICK
23002886
1826 S Wall Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64804
WM 63 1826 S WALL 500.00
LARCENY - OTHER
04/25/2023 1130
THERESA MORRISON
432 W McCord
NEOSHO, MO 64850
BF 53 303 E 3RD 500.00
FAIL TO APPEAR
04/25/2023 1150
ERIC MATTHEW WEEKLEY
23002892
916 W Audrey
REPUBLIC, MO 65738
WM 36 1501 S RANGELINE 0.00
LARCENY - SHOPLIFTING
04/25/2023 1106
AUSTIN ALLEN GRANT
WM 22 3434 S RANGE LANE RD 500.00
23002889
531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804
ASSAULT OFFICER
RESIST / INTERFERE W/ ARREST
TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY
04/25/2023 1300
GARRETT JAY GREGORY
665 E Easter Road
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 29 1111 N MAIN ST 225.00
NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED
04/25/2023 1400
AMBER DAWN FOLKENBERG
531 Kentucky Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 42 303 3RD ST 500.00
BENCH WARRANT
BENCH WARRANT
04/25/2023 1400
CURTIS THEODORE GREEN
531 S Kentucky
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 63 3224 S RANGELINE RD 0.00
SAFE KEEP
04/25/2023 1515
LOUIS JOSEPH SASS
2929 S Joplin
JOPLIN, MO
WM 43 24TH / CONNECTICUT 225.00
NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
04/25/2023 1555
JORDAN ANTHONY WALKER
2801 N Saint Charles
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 28 7TH / MAIN 500.00
DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED
04/26/2023 0142
JULZ DIAMOND MCHENRY
521 S Gray Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WF 19 5TH/GRAY 500.00
DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED
Highway Patrol Arrests April 25-26
Nickalous L. Gibson, 52, Mount Vernon, driving while intoxicated, failure to drive on right half of roadway, no seat belt
Brian T. Lloyd, 28, Rolla, driving while intoxicated, no insurance, speeding
Delbert G. Morris, 60, Springfield, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, no seat belt
Michael D. Colbert, 33, Springdale, Arkansas, Carl Junction Police Department misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on driving while suspended, speeding
Brett W. Hudson, 42, Powersite, Christian County misdemeanor warrants for failure to appear on driving while revoked and displaying the plates of another, Moniteau County misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on non-support
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Joplin Police Department Arrests April 24-25
04/24/2023 0800
ZANE SETH CHILES
831 Murphy Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 26 303 E 3RD ST 500.00
FAIL TO APPEAR
FAIL TO APPEAR
04/24/2023 1649
BAILEY JADE MERRIMAN
23002862
1418 Marzelle Court
JOPLIN, MO 64804
WF 23 2601 W 7TH ST 500.00
LARCENY
OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY
04/24/2023 1900
MICHAEL MONROE MCKENZIE
531 S Kentucky Ave
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 57 500.00
ASSAULT - CITY
04/24/2023 2120
JOSEPH R SHOFLER
415 N Wall
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 40 C ST/MAIN ST 500.00
OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING
04/25/2023 0009
JUAN MENDEZ LOPEZ
1103 S Sophia St
CARTHAGE, MO 64804
WM 23 32ND/ MISSISSIPPI 500.00
DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED
DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED
04/25/2023 0050
ANTHONY HAYDEN CRAWFORD
1910 W 16th St
JOPLIN, MO 64801
WM 24 10TH/JACKSON 0.00
DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY
Lamar man arrested on felony drug charge in Pettis County
The Missouri State Highway Patrol arrested a Lamar man on felony charges in Pettis County.
According to the Patrol report, Michael G. Beal, 50, was cited for felony possession of a controlled substance, for not wearing a seat belt, for a Pettis County misdemeanor warrant and on a probation and parole department felony warrant.
As of this morning, Beal was being held in the Pettis County Jail.
Highway Patrol Arrests April 24-25
Nigel B. Ketcher, 37, Seligman, driving while intoxicated (drugs), intentionally inhaling the fumes of a solvent, careless and imprudent driving resulting in a crash, no seat belt
Cruz L. Dixon, 31, Stockton, felony resisting arrest, careless and imprudent driving, Wright County felony warrant for probation violation, Wright County misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on traffic charge, Ozark County misdemeanor warrants for failure to appear on no insurance, no valid license and failure to register motor vehicle
Erick D. Studyvin, 34, Carl Junction, felony leaving the scene of an accident, driving while intoxicated, no seat belt, no insurance, failure to drive on right half of roadway
Monday, April 24, 2023
Newton County Commission Weekly Schedule
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information.
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information.
10:30 am Region M Meeting, Neosho
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
7:30 am Wake-up Wednesday, Area Chamber of Commerce, Neosho
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information.
10:30 am Newton County Business Meeting.
11:00 am Closed Session, RSMo 610.021 (1), (2), (3).
Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated.
Posted: 04/24/2023, 8:30am
(RSMo 610.020)
Wyatt and Urilla Earp statues completed for Lamar's Wyatt Earp Park
We are so excited that the Wyatt and Urilla Earp Statues are done!
Special thanks to our Statue Artist Glenn Tutterow from Cuba, Missouri!
This will look amazing at Wyatt Earp Park!
FUN FACT: Wyatt Earp, as constable, was in charge of “gathering” the loose pigs that escaped out of people's yards.
Lamar Police Department Weekly Report
Department numbers for the week of April 17 – April 23:
Dispatched calls – 125
Reports – 16
Car Stops – 15
DWI - 0
Drugs – 0
Misc. Arrests –5
Pedestrian/Bicycle Checks – 1
Business and residential checks – 115
04/17/2023 Officer took a report of wood stolen from a front yard in the 900 block of Hagny.
Investigation continues.
04/17/2023 Officer responded to a past tense theft in the 500 block of E. 9th St. Investigation continues.
04/18/2023 Officer took a report in regards to mail being stolen out of aa mailbox on Truman St. Investigation continues.
04/18/2023 Officer went to Walmart for a report of a past tense theft. One person was transported to the Barton County Jail, placed on a 24 hr hold for Stealing over $750.
04/20/2023 Officer was dispatched to the 500 block of E. 10th St. for a physical domestic. One person was transported to the Barton County Jail and placed on a 24 hr hold for Domestic Assault 2nd degree. A second person was transported to the hospital for medical treatment.
04/20/2023 Officer was dispatched to the 400 block of E. 12th St. for report of a theft. Investigation continues.
04/29/2023 Officer took a report of a past tense theft. One person was issued a summons for the theft.
04/22/2023 Officer was dispatched to the 700 block of West 8th St. for an Ex Parte violation. Probable cause statement was sent to the Barton County Prosecuting Attorney for consideration of charges of Violation of Order of Protection.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call 417-682-3546 and speak with Chief Joe Moore.
Joplin Police Department Weekly Activity Report
Monday, 4/17/2023 through Sunday, 4/23/2023
Calls for service: 1875
Car stops: 418
Crash (non injury): 28
Crash (injury): 5
Crash (unknown injury): 7
DWI/DUI: 6
Narcotics: 9
Reports taken: 139
Arrests: 99 (25 felony, 74 misdemeanor/city)
Charges: 237
Barton County Marriage License
Jeremiah Dale Brandell II, 27, Lamar, and Jessica Renae Bla- ser, 31, Lamar