08/11/2025 0935
CARLA S MATTHEWS
62531 E 252 Rd
GROVE, OK 74344
WF 50
210 W DELAWARE
0.00
FORGERY
SPD DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED / REVOKED 390.010
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Highway Patrol Arrests August 11-12
Caitlin M. Cruz, 35, Hollister, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, felony possession of a controlled substacne- narcotics, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while intoxicated (drugs), prior drug offense
Rhianna N. Wagnon, 34, Springfield, driving while intoxicated (drugs), driving while revoked, no insurance, no front plate
Mark L. Pearce, 47, Carthage, felony driving while intoxicated, following too closely causing a crash
Route HH, south of U. S. 60 east of Neosho to be closed
(From MoDOT)
TRAFFIC ALERT: Route HH CLOSED at Night South of U.S. 60 Route in Newton Co. Aug. 14
Where: Newton County Route HH (Carl Sweeney Parkway) south of U.S. Route 60 east of Neosho
When: 7 p.m., Thursday, August 14 through 7 a.m., Friday, August 15
What: Contractor crews building temporary bypass in preparation for construction of roundabout
Traffic Impacts
Route HH (Carl Sweeney Parkway) CLOSED at night south of U.S. Route 60
No signed detours
Drivers urged to find alternate routes
Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone
Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts
Weather and/or scheduling conflicts could alter the work schedule.
This work is part of a project to make improvements at six (6) intersections along U.S. Route 60 between Newton County Route Y east of Seneca and Missouri Route 97 in Barry County near the Monett Regional Airport. More information can be found by going to the project website.
Project Information
Contractor: Capital Paving & Construction Co., Springfield
Completion Date: December 1, 2026
Total Cost: $9.7 million
Newton County Marriage Licenses
Aden Lee McReynolds, 19, Racine, and Kylie Renee Stevens, 20, Granby
Kendall Ryan Condreay, 34, Goodman, and Sierrah Danae Roach, 23, Goodman
Dane Neil Wellesley, 76, Neosho, and Shawn L. Stillions, 45, Neosho
Michael Gene Wright, Jr., 33, Joplin, and Tana Nicole Hughes, 36, Seneca
Brandon Eugene Spencer, 33, Neosho, and Leigh Ann Hunter, 26, Neosho
Walker Reed Phipps, 20, Seneca, and Melany Renee Rust, 20, Seneca
Samuel Andrews Cowan, 23, Granby, and Taelee Anna Adamson, 25, Granby
Monday, August 11, 2025
Rash of vandalism hits Carl Junction
(From the Carl Junction Police Department)This past weekend, the city experienced a rash of vandalism in which the suspects slashed vehicle tires and spray-painted graffiti on houses, vehicles, and even the street. Officers took reports from residents in the Hedge Drive, Briarbrook Drive, and West Briarbrook Lane areas.
The incidents took place on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights (August 8-10) after dark, between 10:00 pm and 3:00 am. During neighborhood canvases, we were able to obtain video footage of possible suspects.
As we continue our investigation, we are asking for your help: If, during this time frame, you saw anyone on foot in the area, or your video system captured images of anyone on foot, please give us a call at 417-649-7070. The communications officer will take your name and number, and we will return your call.
Remember that if you see what may be a crime-in-progress or a suspicious person or vehicle, call us immediately. Thank you!
Crawford County Sheriff seeks information on child's headstone found in stolen truck
(From the Crawford County Sheriff's Office)
We're seeking the public's help in identifying any information available for the headstone shown in the photo.
It was located and recovered in the bed of a stolen truck in Crawford County, and we would love to get it back to where it belongs.
If you have any information, contact Lieutenant Phil Beckham at pbeckham@crsoks.org
Newton County Sheriff's Office Weekend Arrests
08/08/2025 0307
LINDA YVONNE STEFFEN
17411 Gazelle Dr
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64850
3999 COYOTE DR/DEER DR 2,500.00
WF 44
DELIVERY OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE EXCEPT 35 GRAMS OR LESS OF
POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE
08/08/2025 1023
GABRIEL ZANE MARTIN
6653 Nettle Dr
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64850
915 E COUNTRY RD 5,000.00
WM 28
TAMPERING WITH MOTOR VEHICLE - 1ST DEGREE
TAMPERING WITH MOTOR VEHICLE - 1ST DEGREE
RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY
08/08/2025 1040
JOSEPH WILLIAM JUDE
THOMAS
Homeless
CARTHAGE, MO
405 5 10,000.00
WM 48
CHILD MOLESTATION - 2ND DEGREE -CHILD LESS THAN 12 YOA
STATUTORY SODOMY OR ATTEMPTED STATUTORY SODOMY - DEVIATE SEX
STATUTORY SODOMY OR ATTEMPTED STATUTORY SODOMY - DEVIATE SEX
08/08/2025 25001565 1630
SOFIA LAHMAR
9485 Kissimmee Ln
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64850
4499 HOWARD BUSH DR/LYON DR 1,000.00
WF 46
DOMESTIC ASSAULT - 4TH DEGREE - 1ST OR 2ND OFFENSE
08/10/2025 1940
AUSTIN RYAN MCGUIRE
19810 Kodiak Rd
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64850
HWY AA/ KODIAK RD 200.00
WM 34
GPD - FTA RESIST/ INTERFERE WITH ARREST
GPD - FTA RESIST/ INTERFERE WITH ARREST
GPD - FTA CARELESS & IMPRUDENT DRIVING
GPD - FTA FAIL TO PROVIDE PROOF OF FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
GPD - FTA FAIL TO REGISTER VEHICLE
GPD - FTA FAIL TO REGISTER VEHICLE
GPD - FTA FAIL TO REGISTER VEHICLE
Joplin bicyclist struck by car, killed west of Joplin
According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2010 Honda Accord driven by a 20-year-old Galena, Kansas woman struck a westbound bicycle. The bicyclist, David Althaus, 63, Joplin, was pronounced dead at the scene by Jasper County Deputy Coroner Scott Keatts.
The fatality was the 75th this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.
(Note: the name was released by the Jasper County Coroner's office, not the Highway Patrol.)
Highway Patrol Arrests August 9-11
Marlana J. Adams, 29, Lowry City, driving while intoxicated
Sebastian J. Zemcik, 22, Fordland, boating while intoxicated, non-registration of a vessel
Lola E. Yoakum, 47, Merriam Woods, Camden County felony warrant for failure to appear on possession of a controlled substance
Kylie C. Coker, 19, Billings, driving while intoxicated, speeding, minor visibly intoxicated
Brooke F. McQuerrey 28, Springfield, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, felony possession of a controlled substance- alprazolam, felony unlawful possession of a firearm, driving while intoxicated (drugs), tampering with physical evidence, failed to display valid plates, failed to register motor vehicle, no front license plate
Zachary A. Chapman, 20, LaRussell, driving while intoxicated (drugs), possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, failure to stop at stop sign, no seat belt
Savannah M. Feiser, 28, Goodman, driving while intoxicated (drugs), speeding, using electronic device while driving
Richard C. Hodgson, 67, Springfield, felony driving while intoxicated
Madison S. Mulkey, 25, Springfield, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway
Jordan M. Slagley, 27, Springfield, driving while intoxicated (drugs)
Trevor L. Williams, 27, Buffalo, driving while intoxicated
Michael W. Lisenby, 30, Sunrise Beach, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway resulting in a crash
Mitchell D. Randolph, 40, Springfield, driving while intoxicated
Jasper County Route H/Duval Creek Bridge west of Jasper to be closed
(From MoDOT)TRAFFIC ALERT: Jasper Co. Route H/Duval Creek Bridge CLOSED Beginning Week of Aug. 18
Where: Jasper County Route H bridge over Duval Creek west of Jasper
When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Thursday, August 18-21
What: MoDOT crews making repairs to the bridge deck/driving surface
Traffic Impacts
All Route H lanes CLOSED at the bridge over Duval Creek
All Route H lanes OPEN at night
Bridge will be reconfigured as a one-lane bridge during repairs and will remain in that configuration after repairs are completed
Drivers will have access to entrances at either end of the work zone, but will not be able to travel across the bridge
No signed detour
Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the work zone
Drivers should find alternate route
Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts
Weather and/or scheduling conflicts could alter the work schedule.
This bridge is scheduled to be replaced along with Jasper County Route BB/Stony Branch bridge in 2026.
Route 171 to be closed at 96 west of Carthage
(From MoDOT)
Route 171 CLOSED at Route 96 in Jasper Co. West of Carthage Aug. 21-29 & Sept. 2-5
Where: Missouri Route 171 at Missouri Route 96 in Jasper County west of Carthage
When: 6 a.m., Thursday, August 21 through noon, Friday, August 29 and again 6 a.m., Tuesday, September 2 through 6 p.m., Friday, September 5
What: Contractor crews setting girders for new Route 96 bridge over Route 171
Traffic Impacts
All lanes of Route 171 CLOSED at Route 96 between August 21-29 and again September 2-5
All lanes of Route 171 OPEN at Route 96 during Labor Day weekend
Traffic will be diverted up and over Route 171 on- and off-ramps in both directions
Drivers should expect slowed traffic and delays
Drivers urged to find alternate routes
Signs and message boards will alert drivers approaching the closure
Check MoDOT’s Traveler Information Map for road closings/traffic impacts
Weather and/or scheduling conflicts could alter the work schedule.
This work is part of the project to replace the Route 96 bridge over Route 171 with a new bridge that is slightly higher and 12 feet longer than the current bridge. The $2.8 million project is scheduled to be completed by November 19, 2025.
Agenda posted for Crowder College Board of Trustees meeting
CROWDER COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING
Neosho Campus Wright Conference Center Monday, August 18, 2025 Call to Order at 10:00 a.m.
- Public Hearing on Tax Levy
- Call to order
A. Welcome guests
B. Swearing in of Successor Trustee
- Consent Agenda (Board Action)
- Minutes from previous meeting
- Approval of checks written for July
- Conflict of Interest Resolution
- Facilities Corporation Directors Approval
- Personnel (Board Action)
A. Retirements and Resignations
B. Changes of Status
C. Employments
- Academic Programs (Board Action)
a. None
- Budget and Finances
A. Grants (Approval)
- Area Career Center Construction Project Application 2025 (ACC Missouri State Funding Grant)
B. Contract and Purchase Approval (Anything over $25,000) BOARD ACTION
- Project Description: ATI electronic resources for students in the practical nursing program
- Project Description: Interior furniture for the Joplin ATWC, intended for student and staff use.
- Contract and Purchase Information ($5,000-$24,999)
- Project Description: MODOT highway signage for new Joplin location.
- Project Description: Instructure Canvas Studio Cloud Subscription yearly renewal.
- Project Description: KnowBe4 security awareness training yearly renewal.
- Project Description: Practice shirts and shorts for the baseball team.
- Project Description: Adobe Creative Cloud all apps renewal for July 2025 through June 2026
- Project Description: Cosmetology Tuition for high school students enrolled in the cosmetology program
- Project Description: Emergency notification system for the Neosho campus.
- Project Description: Baileigh Industrial SW-623 Ironworker for post-secondary welding and fabrication
- Project Description: New flooring for Roughrider Village 2-bedroom unit.
- Project Description: 400 exit exams.
- Special Presentations (Informational)
- Campus Life Presentation
- Faculty Educational Attainment Policy – First Reading
- Lifetime Learner Waiver Form Update
VIII. President’s Report (Informational)
- Trustees’ Comments and Announcements (Informational)
- New Business (Informational)
- Executive Session
- Adjournment
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Town hall forum set for proposed sale of Neosho water system
(From the City of Neosho)The City of Neosho is considering an agreement to sell its water and wastewater systems to Missouri-American Water. As this decision could impact future water and wastewater rates, service quality, and management of local infrastructure, we believe it is essential that our residents’ voices are heard.
We invite you to a town hall forum where you can share your thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the proposal. Representatives from Missouri-American Water, City Council, and City staff will be present to outline the terms of the proposed sale, discuss possible benefits and challenges, the role of Missouri Public Service Commission, and explain how the agreement could affect Neosho residents and businesses. Attendees will have the opportunity to express their opinions.
Date: Tuesday, August 12th
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Location: Neosho Municipal Auditorium, 109 W. Main Street
Time: 6:30 P.M.
Location: Neosho Municipal Auditorium, 109 W. Main Street
If you are unable to attend, you can still make your voice heard by submitting comments in one of the following ways:
1. Phone: Call and leave a message at 417-451-8004
2. Email: utilityfeedback@neoshomo.gov
3. Online Form: Fill out our comment form at neoshomo.gov/475/Utility-Services-Feedback
After the forum, all input will be carefully reviewed by City Council. We are committed to transparency and ensuring every member of our community has an opportunity to participate in shaping Neosho’s future. Thank you for your engagement, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Carl Junction Fire Protection District receives third tanker, completes fleet update
(From Carl Junction Fire Protection District)Wednesday, we received the third and final tanker from our 3-year project to update our tanker portion of our fleet.
All three are standardized to match and are equipped with 2,000-gallon water tanks. This is such a vital part of the service we provide because of the limited amount of fire hydrants in our district.
They are equipped to deliver water from direct dump or nurse drafting operations. They have the capability of fighting fire standalone in a wildland fire scenario, or in other outside fire situations.
This upgrade takes the tankers from 1990’s cab and chassis to 2025. Prolonging the life of the tanks for hopefully another 35 years. Thank you for allowing us to serve this community that we have such great pride in!
Joplin Fire Department responds to fire at 26th and Grand Avenue
(From the Joplin Fire Department)On Wednesday, August 6th, at approximately 4:17pm, the Joplin 911 center began receiving multiple reports of a residential structure fire near 26th and Grand Ave.
On arrival Joplin Fire crews found heavy fire involvement to a single story residential structure. Personnel made an aggressive attack on the fire and searched for victims.
The occupants of the home were able to escape without injury. The fire was controlled within 20 minutes and there were no injuries to firefighters. JFD was assisted by METS ambulance and the Joplin Police Department. The American Red Cross is assisting the occupant that was displaced by the fire.
The Joplin Fire Marshal investigated the cause and origin of the fire and discovered the fire originated on the exterior of the structure on the back of the home. The cause is still under investigation, however, there was no indication of anything suspicious.
Friday, August 8, 2025
McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions
Paul W. Greene vs. Cassandra K. Greene
Jeromy T. Beeman vs. Brandy V. Beeman
Michael Cook vs. Carmen Cook
Newton County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions
Sheryl L. Huggins vs. Timothy M. Huggins
Bobby D. Wenger vs. Kathy J. Wenger
Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions
Kirsten L. Spangler vs. Michael A. Spangler
Teandra A. Preston vs. Darryl B. Preston
Jose Ortega Reyes vs. Yudith Rodriguez Galindo
Shawna L. Goucher vs. Dwight F. Seely
Rebecca K. Tilton vs. Michael W. Martsolf, Sr.
Natalie M. Craig vs. Austin Craig
Marissa L. Williams vs. Danny P. Williams
Newton County Sheriff's Office Arrests
08/07/2025 0700
GM JOIN TITHER
728 Terrace Pl
NEOSHO, MO 64850
312 W 2ND AVE 3,500.00
AM 37
DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - FELONY
LEAVING SCENE OF ACCIDENT
NPD DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED / REVOKED 390.020
NPD INSURANCE/ FINANCIAL RESP. 390.140
NPD - RESISTING ARREST 215.120
GPD FAIL TO STOP FOR STOP SIGN
NPD DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED / REVOKED 390.020
NPDRELESS AND RECKLESS DRIVING-ACCIDENT INVOLVED 340.22
NPD ELUDING POLICE OFFER
NPD DRIVING WHILE PENDED / REVOKED 390.010
NPD FAILURE TO STOP AT STOP SIGN
NPD POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 215.660
DOMESTIC ASSAULT - 4TH DEGREE - 1ST OR 2ND OFFENSE
NPD SPEEDING - SCHOOL ZONE (31-35 MPH OVER)
REMOVAL OF MANUFAC/NUMB/MTR #/OTR DIST # FROM MTR VEH
08/07/2025 25001558 1517
BRETT ADRIAN MAHURIN
926 Madison Ave
NEOSHO, MO 64850
22533 E HIGHWAY 86/KRISTIN DR 0.00
WM 37
PROPERTY DAMAGE 1ST DEGREE
08/07/2025 25000919 1517
BRETT ADRIAN MAHURIN
926 Madison Ave
NEOSHO, MO 64850
22533 E HIGHWAY 86/KRISTIN DR 0.00
WM 37
STEALING - MOTOR VEHICLE/WATERCRAFT/AIRCRAFT
BURGLARY - 2ND DEGREE
STEALING
Carl Junction, Neosho residents injured in accident east of Anderson
Two people were injured in a one-vehicle accident 7:28 a.m. today on Allison Road five miles east of Anderson.
According to the Highway Patrol report, a 21-year-old Carl Junction man and an 18-year-old Neosho woman were riding on top of a 2003 GMC Yukon driven by an 18-year-old Goodman man and fell off.
The Neosho man was treated for serious injuries at Mercy Springfield
The Carl Junction woman sought her own treatment for minor injuries, according to the report.
Highway Patrol Arrests August 7-8
Trey W. Jolley-Medcalf, 22, Buffalo, driving while intoxicated, no seat belt, no insurance, failed to drive on right half of roadway
Romlus Ioanis, 53, Neosho, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway resulting in a crash
Colby W. Wright, 18, Goodman, careless and imprudent driving, minor visibly intoxicated, driving while revoked
Bryce L. Willingham, 18, Branson, careless and imprudent driving
Jayden T. Wallace, 18, Joplin, driving while intoxicated (drugs), failed to maintain right half of roadway, operating a motor vehicle while using an electronic device
Dequane L. Maxwell, 33, Springfield, driving while intoxicated, speeding
Jasper County Marriage Licenses
Kyle Blake Fowler, 28, Monett, and Destiny Rose Butterworth, 28, Monett
Owen Michael Bushnell, 20, Joplin, and Alivia Kay Crawford, 20, Webb City
Alejandro Carlos Acevedo, 26, Webb City, and Kayleigh Marie Watkins, 19, Webb City
Louis Marquez, 34, Mesquite, Texas, and Jami Hermida, 28, Granby
Trey Matthew Foster, 26, Carl Junction, and Madeline Renee Coats, 22, Carl Junction
Jeremy Scott Gulick, 34, Galena, Kansas, and Alissa Nicole Ruggles, 31, Galena, Kansas
Eric Gary Smith, 49, Carl Junction, and Jodi Sue Hunt, 50, Carl Junction
Gary Justin Garvin, 53, Afton, Oklahoma, and Angel Dawn Brown, 52, Joplin
Sally Luann Stevens, 51, Joplin, and Eli Jude Bernard, 35, Siloam Springs, Arkansas
Johnathan David Newhouse, 31, Joplin, and Sara Jane Metz, 30, Joplin
Patrick William Wesley, 56, Joplin, and Krista Laverne Swarnes, 52, Joplin
Brandon Scottlee Parker, 25, Webb City, and Corrinna Belle Brestal, 23, Webb City
Phillip Daniel Davis, 35, Joplin, and Sharon Rose Da Silva Oliveria, 22, Joplin
Timothy Daniel Petry, 22, Carl Junction, and Emmalyn Elon McKinney, 20, Pittsburg, Kansas
Paul Bryant Jones, 28, Alba, and Haley Nicole Jeffers, 28, Alba
Demetrius Patrick Brown, 39, Joplin, and Megan Marne Moseley, 37, Joplin
Corey Ryan Winton, 30, Jasper, and Raegan Elizabeth Myers, 22, Jasper
John Austin Ryan Schnieders, 27, Baxter Springs, Kansas, and Baily Michelle Carder, 24, Baxter Springs, Kansas
David Joseph Spielmaker II, 23, Springdale, Arkansas, and London Marrell Shreve, 21, Fayetteville, Arkansas
Bahar Habibi, 50, Carl Junction, and Richard Leonardo Gaeta, 53, Carl Junction
Theodore Isom James Eash, 55, Disney, Oklahoma, and Misty Dawn Hunt, 45, Plano, Texas
Codie Lee Wilder, 25, Seneca, and Noma Joy Heisler, 21, Joplin
Caleb Matthews Fewin, 21, Carthage, and Audrey Jean Patricjm 20m Carthage
Cameron Darnell Rhone 39, Joplin, and Lakisha Derea Madison, 46, Joplin
Bennett Ray Flanary, 21, Joplin, and Emma Hattie Welch, 21, Joplin
Shawn Lee Dickey, 31, Joplin, and Marleigh Paige Riddle, 31, Joplin
Michael Wayne Harris II, 37, Fayetteville, Arkansas, and Zhilong Xie, 37, Fayetteville, Arkansas
Colter Creek Klemp, 21, Webb City, and Hannah Mackenzie Roach, 21, Webb City
Jacob Riley Adams, 22, Joplin, and Asenath Jeriah Arzet, 22, Joplin
Chanz Dean Dugan, 39, Afton, Oklahoma, and Jade Nicole Collins, 41, Afton, Oklahoma
Andrew Todd Baker, 46, Joplin, and Amelia Lee Wheeler, 39, Joplin
Jon Edward Lindsey, 58, Cheney, Washington, and Janet Marie Hubbard, 50, Cheney, Washington
Pteston David Anderson, 24, Joplin, and Diana Pichardo, 20, Joplin
Dylan Thomas Goswick, 25, Lowell, Arkansas, and Ann Elise Jin Qiu Cole, 25, Lowell, Arkansas
Thomas Joseph McJunkins-Macias, 19, Carthage, and Mildred Johana Elias Garcia, 21, Carthage
Lincoln James Johnson, 20, Wentworth, and Jesse Rochelle Leigh Dingman, 20, Lamar
Phoebe Isabella Castro, 23, Carterville, and Feliciana Victoria Jones, 26, Carterville
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