Jasper County Sheriff's Office adds veteran lawmen

(From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office)

It’s always nice to be able to hire folks with some experience. 

Two of our newest deputies have over 40 years of combined law enforcement experience and were sworn in yesterday. 

It is a pleasure to welcome Tommy Kitch and Eric Travis to the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office team and thanks for your continued service to our community.

Support for foster care topic on next Newsmakers

(From KGCS)

More than twelve thousand children are in the Missouri foster care system. Strains on staffing have led to an effort to reform the system. But a local non-profit organization is working to keep kids out of foster care while supporting biological families as well. The group is Foster Adopt Connect and the impact of its efforts is the focus of the next Newsmakers program.

Tom Furrh, Foster Adopt Connect Joplin Branch Director, discusses the numbers of families who have been helped since the organization established an office in Joplin two years ago. Furrh also shares special events that will serve as fundraisers for the charity. 

We also hear from a young woman getting support from the Kinship Program after taking guardianship of her four nephews and nieces. The Fostering Prevention Parenting Program is highlighted in a video piece with a mother of three explaining how regular visits and training are helping her be a better parent.

Newsmakers is airing nightly at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. the week of December 3 on KGCS-TV and will air at 5:30 a.m. Saturday, December 9 on KOAM-TV. It is also posted on the station’s YouTube channel: KGCS - Missouri Southern State University.

KGCS programming can be seen on channel 21 and is also available on regional cable television systems such as Sparklight, Mediacom and Suddenlink Communications. The station operates as a service of the Department of Communications at Missouri Southern State University.

Pre-school story hour scheduled at George Washington Carver National Monument

(From George Washington Carver National Monument)

The staff of George Washington Carver National Monument invites preschool families to Preschool Story Hour on Tuesday, December 5th at 10:00 a.m. This free, family friendly program is held indoors in collaboration with Neosho Parents at Teachers (PAT). A park ranger will read an interactive book about George Washington Carver. PAT will conduct a nature prints craft activity. Preschool Story Hour is geared toward children two to six years of age.

After the program, preschoolers and their families are encouraged to explore the discovery area located inside the visitor center with interactive exhibits such as microscopes, animal exhibits, a one room school classroom, and more. Additionally, visitors may choose to take a walk on the 3/4-mile nature trail, watch the park film, or picnic.

 

Administered by the National Park Service, an agency of the Department of the Interior, George Washington Carver National Monument preserves the birthplace and childhood home of George Washington Carver - scientist, educator, and humanitarian. 

The park is located two miles west of Diamond, Missouri on Highway V, then ¼ mile south on Carver Road. For more information, please call the park at 417-325-4151 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., visit the park website at www.nps.gov/gwca, or visit the park Facebook page.

 

Joplin man suffers serious injuries in crash on 43

A Joplin man was injured in a one-vehicle accident 1:50 p.m. today on MO 43 200 yards north of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country driven by Garrett J. Gregory, 29, Joplin, traveled off the left side of the roadway and struck the guardrail end.

Garrett was treated for serious injuries at Mercy Joplin.

 

Joplin woman injured in collision west of Webb City

A Joplin woman was injured in a two-vehicle accident 4:48 p.m. Wednesday on Route VV two miles west of Webb City.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2012 Dodge 2500 driven by Anthony F. Stotts, 41, Neosho, crossed the center line and struck a 2006 Ford Mustang driven by Journey J. Norwood, 19, Joplin.

Norwood was treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Carthage.

 

Highway Patrol Arrests November 29-30

Michael E. Dahl, 65, Joplin, felony driving while intoxicated, driving while revoked, tampering with ignition interlock device, failed to drive on right half of roadway

Jilley M. Conner, 34, Branson, no valid plates, no insurance, two Branson West Police Department misdemeanor warrants

 

Christmas Lighting Ceremony set at Big Spring Park in Neosho

 

Carthage Christmas Parade is next Monday

(From the Carthage Police Department)

The Carthage Christmas Parade will be held Monday, December 4th 2023 at 7:00 PM. The parade will follow the same route as in years past. 

The route will originate at the corner of Chestnut and Main (in front of the First Christian Church). Proceed north on Main, circle the beautiful Carthage Square, then head back south on Grant street to end at Chestnut and Grant (tennis courts behind the 6th Grade Center). The route encompasses a distance of approximately one mile.

As a reminder, the square will be closed and vacated at 5:00 PM on Monday December 4th. Please plan accordingly.

Girard Police Department reports increase in vehicle break-ins

(From the Girard Police Department)

There has been an uptick in vehicle break-ins. There is no way to completely eradicate our community of this behavior. However, we can help ourselves and our neighbors. See something, say something. Lock your doors. Do as the picture says!

 
If you have cameras on your house let the PD know so we can make a list. So, if you or maybe your neighbor's property has been tampered with or worse it’s been taken, we will have the upper hand with the security footage.

 
Thank you and be safe.

Joplin woman arrested for DWI after driving wrong way on I-49

(From the Jasper Police Department)

On Monday, November 27th, 2023 at 8:15 pm, Jasper PD Sgt. Amber Ashby stopped a black GMC truck on NB I-49 at the Thorn Road exit.

A report was given by a witness that the above vehicle was observed driving northbound in the southbound lane of I-49. Many other traffic violations were observed by the witness as well as Sgt. Ashby.

 

Contact was made with the driver, Christine Dhar (Joplin). Signs of driving while intoxicated was observed. 

After being taken into the custody for probable cause DWI, Dhar showed to have BAC of more than 3 times the legal limit.

 
Dhar was charged with DWI and other traffic offenses.

 
Dhar is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Crowder College Theatre Department plans collection of short plays, student projects

(From Crowder College)

Crowder College Theatre Department will perform a collection of student acting projects and short plays December 8-9, 7pm nightly in the Blackbox Theatre located inside the Elsie Plaster Community Center on the Neosho campus.

“There will be a variety of short scenes and plays performed by students from Acting I, Theatre Practicum, and scholarship students,” stated Annie Smith, Theatre Director/Instructor. This is her first season at Crowder College.

Annie Smith, the new Crowder Theatre Director, is excited to join the Crowder family. A native of southwest Missouri, Annie completed her undergrad work at College of the Ozarks before earning her Masters of Fine Arts degree in Theatre from the University of Southern Mississippi. Outside of theatre, Annie is an award-winning author. With her husband and two children, Annie enjoys hiking the Ozarks and frequenting her local library.

Admission to either performance is a canned food item that will be donated to the Rider Pantry at Crowder. The pantry benefits Crowder students. Please call the box office at 417.455.5678 or email: FineArts@Crowder.edu to reserve your spot.

Public meeting set to discuss proposal to permit neon signs in Joplin's historic downtown district

(From the City of Joplin)

A Public Meeting to discuss proposed changes to the City of Joplin’s sign code ordinances will be held on Tuesday, December 12. Joplin Historic Preservation Commission members and City staff seek input from citizens relating to proposed code changes to permit neon signs in Joplin’s historic downtown district. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting. It will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 530 Somewhere, 530 S. Main Street.

For more information, contact Thomas Walters from the City’s Planning, Development and Neighborhood Services Department at 417-624-0820, ext. 1539.

MSSU Choral Society schedules winter concert

(From the MSSU Choral Society)

The MSSU Choral Society will perform its annual Winter Concert on Sunday, December 10, 2023, 3:00 p.m. at First Community Church, 2007 E 15th St.

Choral Society Conductor Melissa Belk, and accompanist Clint Newby, lead the community-based 60+ member Choral Society and will present its holiday program with music that will appeal to people of all ages.

The concert includes several favorite holiday works from “O Holy Night” to “Jingle Bells” (with a twist!) to “Joy to the World” and the grandeur of Benjamin Britten’s arrangement of “Personent Hodie,” among other selections.

A special addition this year includes a bell choir accompanying the chorus and playing additional music.

The event is free, and donations will be gratefully accepted.

Search warrant execution leads to arrest of Joplin man on drug, weapons charges

(From Ozarks Drug Enforcement Team)

On 11/29/2023 at approximately 0945 hours Joplin Swat and Ozarks Drug Enforcement Team served a Narcotics Search Warrant at 3042 West 15th Street in Joplin Missouri. 

SWAT detained 2 adult females and 2 adult males at the scene. This Search Warrant was obtained by ODET after several complaints were received about the traffic coming and going from the residence.

ODET Detectives seized suspected narcotics from the residence along with 2 firearms and a stolen motorcycle.

Johnny Green 37 years of age was arrested on charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance, Felon in Possession of a Firearm and receiving stolen property. The charges are all pending with the Jasper County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office currently. Further charges maybe sought against the other occupants later. This case is still an ongoing Investigation.

Agenda posted for Joplin Planning and Zoning Commission meeting

 

Agenda posted for Joplin Building Board of Appeals meeting

JOPLIN BUILDING BOARD OF APPEALS AGENDA 

FRIDAY, December 8, 2023, 9:00 AM

602 S. MAIN 5TH FLOOR 

Order of Business: 

1. Roll Call 

2. Consent of minutes from the December 8, 2023 Building Board of Appeals meeting. 

3. Continued Items 

4. New Business 

5. Other Business 

6. Adjournment 

Continued Business 

ITEM 2985 130 S. MOFFET AVE. OWNER: Wendy Stevens ADDRESS: 130 S Moffet Ave. Joplin MO. 64801 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SEVENTEENTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 5-16-2022) 

ITEM 2986 302 S. CONNOR AVE. OWNER: Blue Shutter Investments ADDRESS: P.O. Box 1196 Joplin MO. 64802 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SEVENTEENTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 3-31-2022) 

ITEM 2987 306 1/2 S. CONNOR AVE. OWNER: Blue Shutter Investments ADDRESS: P.O. Box 1196 Joplin MO. 64802 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SEVENTEENTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 3-31-2022 

ITEM 3002 301 S. WINFIELD AVE. OWNER: Anabell Lopez ADDRESS: 301 S Connor Ave Joplin MO. 64801 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (THIRTEENTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 4-6-2022 

ITEM 3010 1116 S. JACKSON AVE. OWNER: Patrick Stone ADDRESS: 1902 Highlander Dr. Joplin MO. 64804 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (TWELVETH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 5-1-2020) 

ITEM 3011 911 W B ST. OWNER: Stephen Spicer ADDRESS: 226 S Locust Ave, Fayetteville AR. 72701 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (ELEVENTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 12-6-2022) 

ITEM 3015 117 S. BYERS AVE. OWNER: Tyler Casey/Dustin Mellies ADDRESS: 1027 S Main St. Suite 300 Joplin, MO. 64801 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (TENTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 1-27-2023) 

ITEM 3016 121 S. BYERS AVE. OWNER: Tyler Casey/Dustin Mellies ADDRESS: 1027 S Main St. Suite 300 Joplin, MO. 64801 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (TENTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 1-27-2023) 

ITEM 3026 2611 S PEARL AVE. OWNER: J Pearl Properties ADDRESS: 16133 Overlook Ln Neosho MO. 64850 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (NINTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 3-7-2023) 

ITEM 3027 2617 S PEARL AVE. OWNER: J Pearl Properties ADDRESS: 16133 Overlook Ln. Neosho MO. 64850 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Stay of demolition order granted at the August 25, 2023, meeting. (NINETH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 3-7-2023) 

ITEM 3028 2621 S PEARL AVE. OWNER: J Pearl Properties ADDRESS: 16133 Overlook Ln Neosho MO. 64850 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (NINETH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 3-7-2023) 

ITEM 3030 1010 E 20TH ST. OWNER: Charles Burt Inc ADDRESS: 2300 E 7TH St. Joplin MO. 64801 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SEVENTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 10-31-2022) 

ITEM 3033 1010 W 3RD ST. OWNER: Brandy Kaye Properties ADDRESS: 2806 Arizona Ave. Joplin MO. 64804 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SEVENTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 3-15-2023) 

ITEM 3039 810 W 17TH ST. OWNER: Mark Lathrom & Lauren Edmondson ADDRESS: 3701 Madison Ave. Kansas City MO. 64111 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SIXTH TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 4-11-2023) 

ITEM 3051 2131 NASHVILLE AVE. OWNER: Simmons Tammy L ADDRESS: 2131 Nashville Ave Joplin, MO 64804 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (THIRD TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 08-03-2023) 

ITEM 3054 1624 W 4th ST. OWNER: Frances Burns & Robert Topper ADDRESS: 1624 W 4th ST. Joplin, MO 64801 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SECOND TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 07-20-2023) 

ITEM 3055 828 S MURPHY AVE. OWNER: Lopez, Jonathan S & Abraham J Lopez ADDRESS: 7096 Holly RD Neosho, MO 64850 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SECOND TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 08-01-2023) 

ITEM 3056 217 S PEARL AVE. OWNER: Isidro Ruiz ADDRESS: P.O Box 939 Neosho, MO 64850 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SECOND TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 05-22-2023) 

ITEM 3057 1209 S IOWA AVE. OWNER: Billy Joe Simon ADDRESS: 1209 S Iowa Ave. Joplin MO. 64801 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SECOND TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 08-17-2023) 

ITEM 3058 1510 S CONNOR AVE. OWNER: Tabitha Bailey ADDRESS: 1510 S Connor Ave. Joplin MO. 64801 “Demolition Hearing” has been posted in the Joplin Globe Legal Section. Item continued from the October 27, 2023, meeting for a “Demolition Hearing” And Progress Report (SECOND TIME BEFORE THE BOARD). (STRUCTURE POSTED 08-21-2023) Conclusion Old Business New Business 

ITEM 3059 909 W A ST. OWNER: Lola Fraughton ADDRESS: 909 W A St. Joplin MO. 64801 “Finding of fact Hearing” scheduled for this date.” (STRUCTURE POSTED 9-3-2023) 

ITEM 3060 1819 S VIRGINIA AVE. OWNER: Russell Reed ADDRESS: 1114 Connecticut Ave. Joplin MO 64801 “Finding of fact Hearing” scheduled for this date.” (STRUCTURE POSTED 8-7-2023) 

ITEM 3061 1826 S PEARL AVE. OWNER: John Henson ADDRESS: P.O. Box 481 Duenweg MO 64841 “Finding of fact Hearing” scheduled for this date.” (STRUCTURE POSTED 9-26-2023) 

ITEM 3062 509 N BYERS AVE. OWNER: Ronald Bishop ADDRESS: 509 N Byers Ave. Joplin MO 64801 “Finding of fact Hearing” scheduled for this date.” (STRUCTURE POSTED 9-9-2023) 

ITEM 3063 320 S WINFIELD AVE. OWNER: Donald Simmons ADDRESS: 1208 W Broadway St. Webb City MO. 64870 “Finding of fact Hearing” scheduled for this date.” (STRUCTURE POSTED 9-6-2023) 

ITEM 3064 2411 W HIGHLAND AVE. OWNER: Rodney & Brenda Carson ADDRESS: 2411 W Highland Ave. Joplin MO. 64804 “Finding of fact Hearing” scheduled for this date.” (STRUCTURE POSTED 11-22-2023) 

Other Business 

Meeting Adjourned

Joplin Police Department Arrests November 28-29

11/28/2023 0830 

LYNDSEY JORDAN DAVIS 

 13907 Falkirk Cir GRANDVIEW, MO 64030 

WF 20 303 E 3RD STREET 500.00 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

11/28/2023 0949 

BRENT JAY MURRAY 

 7290 County Road 200 JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 60 303 E 3RD ST 500.00 

ASSAULT OFFICER 

11/28/2023 1321 

JEFFREY RYAN SMITH 

 310 S Connor Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 43 310 S CONNOR AVE 0.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

11/28/2023 1725 

RONALD JOSEPH DELONEY 

 928 S Picher JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 29 925 S PICHERAVE 500.00 

LARCENY 

11/28/2023 1830 

WILLIAM DAVID HURYTA Jr 

531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 27 330 S RANGELINE 0.00 

SAFE KEEP 

11/28/2023 2150 

NATHAN RAY SPENCER 

 810 S Moffet Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

 W 7TH ST / S SCHIFFERDECKER AVE 

WM 32 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY

11/28/2023 2305 

ERIKA MELINDA ROBLES 

 505 E Market DIAMOND, MO 64840 

WF 21 3107 E 36TH ST 500.00 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

11/29/2023 0256 

CAITLIN TAYLOR GREGORY 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 27 32ND/REINMILLER 250.00 

PEDESTRIANS WALKING ALONG ROADWAYS 

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING 

RESIST / INTERFERE W/ ARREST 

11/29/2023 0410 

CODY ALLEN STALDER 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 37 2307 W 7TH ST 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

11/29/2023 0637 

NICHOLAS JOHN TUINSTRA 

 531 S Kentucky JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WM 34 2609 S MCCOY AVE 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 

RESIST / INTERFERE W/ ARREST 

Highway Patrol Arrests November 28-29

Kimberly S. Grimm, 49, Nixa, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving involving an accident

David E. Barber, 50, Branson, Taney County felony probation violation warrant for drug trafficking, no seat belt

 

Blood drive Wednesday at Diamond High School

 

Badge-pinning ceremony held for new Joplin police officers

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On Monday afternoon the Joplin Police Department held a badge pinning ceremony to recognize several officers in the department who have graduated field training and also those who have received recent promotions.

Eight officers graduated from training and are now serving the citizens of Joplin as Police Officers. 

They are Officer Jason Allman, Officer Kory Blevins, Officer Stetcyn Cornelius, Officer Dustin Mitchell, and Officer Jocelyn Murphy, Officer Tiffany Osborne, Officer Maggie Smith, and Officer Zachery Wald. 

In addition to their badge pinning, these officers were also presented individualized bibles from our JPD Chaplains who’s also prayed for protection and safety over them for their careers.

 
The Joplin Police Department also recognized three officers who were recently promoted. They are Corporal Jeremy Eads, Corporal Andrew Moreno, and Corporal Mackenzie Roach.

 
We are proud to recognize these officers, celebrate their accomplishments and we wish them the best as they move forward into their next assignments. Please join us in congratulating them on a job well done.

New Joplin police officer trained by sergeant who had been resource officer at her school

(From the Joplin Police Department)

How cool is it this? Pictured first is Joplin School Resource Officer Andy Blair with one of his students, Maggie Smith, in 2012. 

Fast forward 11 years, and the second picture is Sergeant Andy Blair with Police Officer Maggie Smith, who was recognized yesterday during our badge pinning ceremony. 

Sergeant Blair oversees our Training Division and for Police Officer Maggie Smith, it was the official culmination of a year long training process to become a Joplin Police Officer.

 
Our officers strive each and every day to have positive impacts in the community. It is great to be able to reflect on those moments, such as this, and see the results of those efforts and endeavors. Congratulations Officer Smith and fantastic work Sergeant Blair!

Joplin Police Department Weekly Activity Report

 

Southwest City woman injured in collision on I-49

A Southwest City woman was injured in a two-vehicle accident 1:18 p.m. today on I-49 six miles south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2011 Buick Lucerne driven by Caroline M. Wales, 80, Southwest City, stopped for a large item in the roadway and was struck from behind by a 2013 Nissan Frontier driven by Rhonda K. Philliber, 59, Neosho.

Wales was treated for minor injuries at Mercy Joplin.

 

Joplin man arrested following pursuit in car stolen from Newton County

(From the Joplin Police Department)

On Saturday, November 25th, 2023, at 7:24 a.m. an officer with the Joplin Police Department attempted to make a traffic stop on a white Ford F-350 for several traffic violations and suspicion that the driver was intoxicated. 

The vehicle failed to stop for officers and a vehicle pursuit ensued. The pursuit went west and entered Cherokee County, Kansas where the suspect vehicle went off-road and crashed through several fences before eventually coming to a stop. 

The driver was arrested by Kansas Law Enforcement Officers without further incident. It was determined the truck the suspect was operating was stolen out of Newton County, Missouri. 

The driver was identified as Jared S. Prier, age 37 of Joplin. 

Charges were submitted to the Jasper County Prosecutor's Office for Tampering with a Motor Vehicle in the 1st Degree, Driving with a Suspended Driver’s License, and Resisting Arrest. Prier may face additional charges with Kansas authorities.

Rural Baxter Springs man sentenced to nine years on meth distribution charge

(From the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office)

Timothy Leon Sargent, 60, of rural Baxter Springs was sentenced in Cherokee County District Court earlier this week to 111 months incarceration after pleading guilty to Possessing Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute.

The prison sentence stems from a May, 2022 traffic stop conducted by the Cherokee County Sheriff's Office, where a search of the vehicle driven by Sargent resulted in the discovery and seizure of a considerable amount of methamphetamine.

Sargent was prosecuted by the Cherokee County Attorney's Office.

Joplin Police Department Arrests November 27-28

11/27/2023 1121 

RICHARD RYAN CLEMMONS 

 4414 S Oronogo Ave, BLK WEBB CITY, MO 64870 

WM 32 3015 S CONNECTICUT 500.00 

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

11/27/2023 1158 

KINZIE NYCHOLE OGLE 

23008637 816 S Picher Ave, 5 JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WF 19 816- 5 S PICHER AVE 0.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

11/27/2023 1405 

RACHELLE KAYE BRILEY 

23008645 2209 S Jackson Ave, 1/2 JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WF 46 4TH/SERGEANT 250.00 

POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 

11/27/2023 1543 

NATHANIEL GEORGE EDWARD THOMPSON 

 304 S Forest Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

BM 54 804 S PENN 500.00 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

11/27/2023 1620 

SARITA JOANETTE WOFFORD 

 531 S Kentucky JOPLIN, MO 64801 

BF 42 1822 W 7TH 500.00 

OBSTRUCTION / RESISTING 

11/27/2023 1545 

SKYE LORINDA PERKINS 

 1611 S Sergeant Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WF 41 303 E 3RD 500.00 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

11/27/2023 1720 

KEVIN PADGETT 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 50 915 W JUNGE BLVD 0.00 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT--CITY 

11/27/2023 1700 

RODY OWEN BLACK 

 1427 S Michigan JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WM 22 34TH/WARNER DRIVE 500.00 

TRESPASS UPON ANOTHER PROPERTY 

11/27/2023 1948 

BRENT JAY MURRAY 

 1104 W Broadway Apt 8 WEBB CITY, MO 64870 

WM 60 32ND / RANGELINE RD 500.00 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 

STATE LICENSE PLATES REQUIRED 

FAIL TO APPEAR 

11/27/2023 2030 

JARED KANE BECKETT 

 928 S Picher Ave, 1 JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 21 W 11TH ST/ S CONNOR 250.00 

HAND SIGNALS 

11/27/2023 2030 

MICHAEL DEAN DOWNEY 

 429 N Joplin Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 44 W 4TH ST / S ADELE AVE 0.00 

BENCH WARRANT 

11/27/2023 2145 

JOSEPH MICHAEL FLYNN 

 201 S Sergeant Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 44 W 6TH ST / A GRAY AVE 500.00 

DWS/DWR OR CANCELLED 

11/27/2023 2220 

CHEVELLE CHRISTINE FEELY 

 301 Hickory Pl CARL JUNCTION, MO 64834 

WF 31 25TH / PENNSYLVANIA 500.00 

DRIVING UNDER INFLUENCE OF DRUGS 

NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 

DEFECTIVE LIGHTING 

11/27/2023 2330 

PAUL EDWARD PHILLIPS 

 531 S Kentucky Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

WM 46 846 MURPHY BLVD 0.00 

PARK AFTER HOURS 

11/28/2023 0605 

MELISSA RENAE DENNY 

 1502 S Michigan Ave, 4-9 JOPLIN, MO 64804 

WF 42 W JUNGE AVE/S JOPLIN AVE 250.00 

NO PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 

Highway Patrol Arrests November 27-28

Michael C. Hodson, 50, Springfield, failure to register as a sex offender (two counts)

John R. Estes, 29, Branson, felony driving while intoxicated, felony resisting arrest

Tristan K. Fuehrer, 36, Springfield, Marshfield Police Department felony warrants for failure to appear on forgery, probation violation/dangerous drugs and probation violation/burglary, Webster County misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on no driver's license, Seymour Police Department misdemeanor warrants for no valid license, no insurance and failure to register motor vehicle, failed to display valid plates, no valid license, no insurance

Daniel J. Twaddle, 36, Fordland, Camden County misdemeanor warrant for failure to appear on assault

 

So you want to be a Granby city administrator

(From the City of Granby)

The City of Granby is seeking a highly motivated City Administrator. As City Administrator you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the city, overseeing city staff and ensuring all city services are provided efficiently and effectively under the general policy and framework established by the Mayor and City Council.

The ideal applicant must have the ability to plan, organize and direct the work of others; oversee all city financials including the ability to create a budget and ensure that all departments operate within the approved budget; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, administrative officials, and the public; and exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental policies and procedures. 

A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related discipline, or at least seven years of responsible administration of a governmental unit or professional managerial work experience is ideal. Any Former experience as a City Administrator/Manager, Assistant City Administrator/Manager or Department Head is highly desired.

This position requires that you pass a drug screening test and possess a valid Missouri Driver’s License. Position open until filled. Pay depends on experience. Excellent benefits package including dental, vision and LAGERS pension plan, and stipend. Pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Applications are available online at granby-mo.com or may be picked up at City Hall, 302 North Main Street in Granby, Missouri. Applications and resumes will be accepted until close of business on December 1, 2023. Any questions at 417-472-6556. The City of Granby is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and compliance with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination.

Christmas on the Square coming to Sarcoxie

 

(From the City of Sarcoxie)

Christmas on the Square 2023 is set for Saturday, December 2nd. The event will kick off at 2:00 pm starting with the Business Expo and end after the Christmas Parade leaves the square around 5:30 pm. Come Rock 'n Roll with us during this awesome event!
Event Schedule:

2:00 pm - Business Expo Kick Off

3:15 pm - 1st Session of Mrs. Claus Reading Christmas Stories

3:30 pm - Little Mr. & Miss Merry Christmas Announcement

3:45 pm - 2nd Session of Mrs. Claus Reading Christmas Stories

4:30 pm - Business Expo Ends & Parade Line Up at High School

5:00 pm - Parade Starts at High School | Parade Float Winners and Basket Winners Announcement on Gazebo

Thanksgiving traffic stop leads to arrest of Parsons man on drug charges

(From the Parsons Police Department)

On November 23, 2023 at approximately 11:00 a.m., Off. Frank Pousher, Cpl. Christian Smith and K9 Morgan were on patrol. They observed a 2010 Nissan Altima commit a traffic violation by failing to signal, in the area of 15th and Clark Ave. There they conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle. The driver and only occupant was found to be Damian Lajarwin-Gerre Williams, 33 years old of Parsons.

 
During the stop, K9 Morgan was deployed by Cpl. Smith and conducted an open-air sniff of the vehicle. K9 Morgan gave a positive alert to the vehicle. During a subsequent search of the vehicle, amounts of marijuana and paraphernalia were located, as well as more than 25 pills marked as controlled substance Oxycodone, which Williams was in unlawful possession of.

 
Williams was arrested for Possession of Controlled Substance with the intent to distribute, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and a traffic infraction of failure to signal. 

Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, an affidavit was sent to a judge for review, a bond was set for $5,000 cash or surety. Williams was subsequently transferred to the Labette County Jail, where he later bonded.

The pills are being sent to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation Crime Lab for analysis and identification, due to, in recent years, the nation has been plagued by counterfeit prescription pills that contain Fentanyl or other controlled substances. These pills are commonly referred to as “Dirty 30s’ and have caused fatal overdoses. 

Lamar Police Department Weekly Report

(From the Lamar Police Department)

Department numbers for the week of Nov 20 – Nov 26:
Dispatched calls – 123
Reports – 11
Car Stops – 15
DWI – 2
Drugs – 1
Total other Arrests - 4
Pedestrian/Bicycle Checks – 17
Business & Residential Checks – 172

11/21/2023 While investigating suspicious activity, officer arrested a subject and transported subject to the Barton County Jail and booked for 4th degree assault special victim. Methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were seized and will be sent to be tested.

11/22/2023 Officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Lexington for a domestic disturbance in progress. Drug paraphernalia was seized and for consideration of charges will be sent to be tested.

11/24/2023 Officer was dispatched to the 1200 block of Poplar in reference to a stolen wagon. Another wagon was left in place of the stolen wagon. Investigation continues.

11/25/2023 Officer received a report of a subject acting irrationally in the 700 block of W. 8th and was gone from the scene. A short time later, officer received report of this subject intentionally striking a car, with his vehicle at 9th & Oak, then fleeing the scene. At the same time, another officer observed the suspect’s vehicle at 13th & Broadway. Suspect was arrested and transported to the Sheriff’s Office and is being charged with Assault Domestic 1st degree, Assault – police officer, DWI/alcohol and Endanger Welfare Child.

11/26/2023 Officer conducted a traffic stop at 10th & Maple St. Subject was arrested and transported to the Barton County Jail and issued a Driving While Intoxicated citation.


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

Arkansas man injured in collision at Carthage city limits

An Ozark, Arkansas man was injured in a two-vehicle accident 11:15 a.m. today on I-49 at the Carthage city limits.

According to the Highway Patrol report, the accident occurred when a 2018 Ford F650 UHaul driven by Harry E. Platte, 61, Omaha, Nebraska, merged into the lane and collided with a 2008 Ford Fusion driven by Jason W. Crouch, 48, Ozark.

Crouch was treated for minor injuries at Mercy Carthage.

Author Colm Toibin to preview new novel on Newsmakers

(From KGCS)

An author with roots in Ireland shares his inspirations for writing his successful fiction novels and previews a new novel on this week’s Newsmakers.

Colm Tóibín (pronounced “cuh-lem toe-bean”) is a novelist, short story writer, essayist, journalist, critic, poet, and playwright. Tóibín was born in the small Irish town of Enniscorthy. He is the Irene and Sidney B. Silverman Professor of the Humanities in the Department of English and Comparative Literature at Columbia University. 

His writing includes implementation of significant themes including Irish society, personal identity, the tradition of Catholicism, and the general strength of people, and especially women, in the world.

Tóibín, the author of Brooklyn, the story of a young Irish immigrant in Brooklyn in the 1950s, visited Missouri Southern State University for a book signing and lecture. Many classes and a book club at MSSU read Brooklyn during the fall of 2023 as part of the Ireland themed semester. He is currently publishing a second book, titled Long Island involving the same characters, that takes place decades later.

Colm Tóibín started his career as a poet and found success with his fiction writing. He has spent time not only in Ireland, but also in Spain and the United States.

This Newsmakers is airing nightly at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. the week of November 26 on KGCS-TV and will air at 5:30 a.m. Saturday, December 2 on KOAM-TV. It is also posted on the station’s YouTube channel: KGCS - Missouri Southern State University.

KGCS programming can be seen on channel 21 and is also available on regional cable television systems such as Sparklight, Mediacom and Suddenlink Communications. The station operates as a service of the Department of Communications at Missouri Southern State University.

Barton County Marriage License

Billy Allen Kirch, 43, Lamar, and Randi Starr Stevens, 33, Lamar