McDonald County Dissolution of Marriage Petition

Sarah R. Graham vs. Clifford F. Graham

 

Jasper County Dissolution of Marriage Petitions

India M. Wammack vs. Bradly W. Wammack

Emily A. Dhar vs. Jacob J. Dhar

Andrew D. Bacon vs. Katherine S. Bacon

Amanda S. Reedy vs. James D. Cruz

David L. Coss vs. Tambrey S. Coss

Tammy Henderson vs. John Henderson

Bethany L. Bugg vs. Corey A. Cooper

Jacqueline A. Russell vs. Brittany A. Russell

Victoria Mendez vs. Francisco Mendez

Tonya S. Nickle vs. Christopher M. Nickle

Craig Roland vs. Rachelle Roland

Ashley L. Ekberg vs. Jacob D. Ekberg

Candy L. Silence vs. Brandon R. Silence

U. S. Bankruptcy Court Petitions- Joplin

Barry County

Jason Robert Voss

Uzziel Baruch Coriano Rosado and Adrianna Marie Coriano

Jasper County

Sonda Rayne Buening

Terra Rain Brown

Richard Lawrence Fedie

Lawrence County

Brooklyn Diane LaBorde

McDonald County

Jeffery Keith Beck

Newton County

Timothy Wayne Ross, Jr. and Tabitha Lynn Watkins

Marissa Ann Frossard and Jeremy Stephen Frossard

Preston Lance Edward Coble 

Newton County Sheriff's Office Arrests

06/18/2025 25001155 0052 

SCHUYLER REECE ROBERTS 

 1001 W 3rd St JPLN, MO 64801 

 3227 COYOTE DR/BLUFF DR 0.00 

WM 34 

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 

UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA  

06/18/2025 0938 

THOMAS JOSEPH INGRAM 

 3326 Finley Avenue JOPLIN, MO 64804 

 303 E 3RD ST 0.00 

WM 29

FUGITIVE FROM OUT OF STATE-CRAWFORD CO KANSAS

06/18/2025 1015 

COURTNEY DIANNE BRYANT 

 517 N Foreman St VINITA OK 7430, OK 74301 

 123 EAST MAIN STREET 0.00 

WF 50 

STEALING - ALL OTHER PROPERTY UNDER 570.030.5 (3) 

06/18/2025 1354 

TIMOTHY EARL HANNA 

 1735 Hazel Ave, 8B CARTHAGE, MO 64836 

 405 E 5TH 1,000.00 

WM 58 

FAIL TO REGISTER AS A SEX OFFENDER PURSUANT TO SECS 589.400-1 

06/18/2025 1330 

TIMOTHY SCOTT HOWARD 

 2402 N Turk Ave JOPLIN, MO 64801 

 718 5TH 3,000.00 

WM 41 

STEALING - $750 OR MORE 

06/18/2025 2010 

MICHELLE MARIE MESPLAY 

 6284 Co Loop 187 JOPLIN 64801 

 5431 HIGHWAY 43/DAPHNE LN 0.00 

WF 40 

UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 

06/18/2025 1707 

JESSIE CLYDE WILSON 

 1706 N C St ROGERS, AR 72756 

 208 WEST COLER STREET 1,063.00 

WM 41 

 STEALING/LARCENY/THEFT 

06/19/2025 0648 

ALEXANDER JR CALHAUN 

 4118 Private Road 1147 VERONA, MO 65769 

 14999 HIGHWAY H/NORWAY RD 0.00 

WM 45 

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 

DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - FELONY 

UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - AMPHETAMINE OR M

06/19/2025 0648 

JORDAN LEE MADEWELL 

 415 Pearl St MONETT, MO 65780 14999 

HIGHWAY H/NORWAY RD 0.00 

WF 22

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 

UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - AMPHETAMINE OR M 

06/19/2025 1417 

MARK EDWARD SMITH 

 5939 Douglas Fir Rd NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64804 

 208 W COLER ST 0.00 

WM 52 

FTA- RESISTING/INTERFERING WITH ARREST FOR A FELONY 

FTA- DWI - AGGRAVATED 

FTA- RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY 

06/19/2025 1240 

ALEX DANIEL MORGADO-BARRE 

 1427 Kings Lake LOS ANGELES, CA 90027 

 LAWRENCE CO JAIL 0.00 

WM 39 

FFJ- VANDERBURGH CO, INDIANA FRAUD 

FFJ- JOHNSON CO,KS IDENTITY THEFT 

FFJ- GLEN CARBON, IL POSS ANOTHER`S CREDIT/ DEBIT CARD 

ICE HOLD 

06/19/2025 1953 

ZACHARY BEAU WALKER 

 13724 Highway 43 Lot 21 SENECA, MO 64865 

 13724 HIGHWAY 43 0.00 

WM 49 

DOMESTIC ASSAULT 4TH DEGREE 

 06/19/2025 2040 

 DRU RYLEE FINLEY 

 55 Autumn Ln PINEVILLE, MO 64856 

 WM 26 KODIAK RD 3,500.00 

DWI - PERSISTENT 

Joplin residents injured in collision on Gateway Drive

Two Joplin residents were injured in a two-vehicle collision 1:27 p.m. today on Gateway Drive four miles south of Joplin.

According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2017 Ford C-Max driven by an 18-year-old Joplin woman pulled into the path of a 2023 Subaru Outback driven by a 79-year-old Anderson woman.

The Joplin woman and her passenger, a 20-year-old Joplin man, were treated for moderate injuries at Mercy Joplin.

Highway Patrol Arrests June 19-20

Samuel Feizer, 47, Purdy, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway, no insurance, no seat belt

Colby A. Smith, 21, Exeter, driving while intoxicated, careless and imprudent driving, Washburn Police Department misdemeanor warrant for traffic violation

John P. Swett, 61, Merriam Woods, driving while intoxicated (drugs)

Jessica Berg, 41, Springfield, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, driving while intoxicated (drugs), no insurance, failed to register vehicle

 

Jasper County Marriage Licenses

 Joshua Shane Sneed, 27, Carthage, and Morgan Virginia James, 28, Carthage

Brett Allen Roark, 30, Joplin, and Deserae Nicole Schwindt, 25, Joplin

Christopher Jay Hendrix, 61, Joplin, and Sheri Lea Grace Hendrix, 56, Joplin

Samuel Levi Petry, 24, Carl Junction, and Elane Nicole Rodgers, 23, Marionville

Samuel James Robertson, 30, Joplin, and Kinley Brayden Young, 27, Joplin

Allan Lynn Capps, 66, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Sherrie Lynn Cypert, 66, Tulsa, Oklahoma

David Wayne Taylor, 29, Claremore, Oklahoma, and Cassidie Ann Louise Casillas, 25, Claremore, Oklahoma

Davis Johnson Varner, 30, Miami, Oklahoma, and Camryn Kyler Calhoun, 26, Carl Junction

Derek James Larison, 21, Baxter Springs, Kansas, and Olivia Ann Turley, 21, Baxter Springs

Bradley Scott Bryant, 31, Webb City, and Holly Renea Shultz, 35, Webb City

Taylor Dwayne Atkins, 20, Joplin, and Alexus Lynne Nelson, 20, Joplin

Jimmie Harlin Wood, 80, Joplin, and Julie Ann Blew, 72, Tulsa, Oklahoma

Ezekiel Andrew Spieker, 21, Webb City, and Kayla Ann McDermott, 23, Granby

Jeremy Steve Arana Sanchez, 21, Carthage, and Ingrid Rosmeri Bran Romero, 33, Carthage

City of Joplin launches study to explore future public transportation

(From the City of Joplin)

The successful relaunch of the Trolley in February was a major step forward for public transportation in Joplin. Having been idled for two years due to staffing and resource challenges, the program is back up and running better than ever.

Now, the City wants your input. A short public survey is available to help shape the future of transit in the Joplin region. We encourage all citizens to take a few minutes to share their needs and ideas—your voice matters!

For long-term sustainability and to meet the expressed needs of citizens, the City recognizes there is a larger regional opportunity and has launched the Joplin Regional Transit Study. Funded by a grant from the Federal Transportation Administration, the study aims to identify regional partners and options for transit expansion that continue to provide affordable access to jobs, education, healthcare, and public services across the Joplin region.

“Staff are working with transit riders, area leaders, community organizations, the business community, and other stakeholders to discover what’s next for transit in the Joplin region,” said Tony Robyn, Assistant City Manager. “We are looking for what’s possible and long-term solutions for public transportation within our region, while identifying sustainable governing structures of a metropolitan system, such as a transit authority.”

Public transportation involves many variables, and developing a regional system will be a collaborative effort among the communities. One of the first steps is to gather data from citizens about their needs and work with community leaders in the area.

“We want to hear from everyone as we begin the discussions to develop potential solutions for a long-term structure that is more resilient, sustainable, and meets the needs of the whole area. The goal is to improve mobility across the metro region,” he said.

Citizens can easily share their thoughts through the short survey.

Survey Link: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8269836/JoplinRegionalTransitStudy

Highway Patrol Arrests June 18-19

Tracie L. Parker, 46, Springfield, driving while intoxicated, failure to make right turn as far to the right as practicable, no seat belt

Otto J. Lynch, 59, Ozark, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway

Alyssa Yasger, 25, Carthage, driving while intoxicated, no seat belt

Bradley D. Carey, 30, Aurora, driving while intoxicated

Brandon W. Schleiff, 39, Rogers, Arkansas, Arkansas felony warrant for parole violation

 

Jasper County Sheriff: Do you know this suspect?

(From the Jasper County Sheriff's Office)

In the early morning hours of June 11, 2025, a suspect broke into an auto dealership in Carthage, Missouri, in an apparent attempt to steal a vehicle. The suspect was caught on surveillance footage during the incident. 

It is believed the individual was dropped off by a silver or gray Jeep Grand Cherokee, which was captured on video as well. We’re sharing images of the suspect, along with video/photos of the suspect vehicle and an example image for reference.

 
If you recognize the suspect or the vehicle, or have any information that could assist with this investigation, please contact:

Detective Samuel Sarmiento
Phone: (417) 358-8177 Ext. 1266
Email: ssarmiento@jaspercountysheriff.org

Joplin Police Department searching for missing person

(From the Joplin Police Department)

The Joplin Police Department is asking for assistance in locating Tod Tucker, who is entered as a missing person. 

Mr. Tucker was last seen in March of 2025 in Joplin. He may be on a bicycle. 

If you have any information regarding Mr. Tucker, please call us at 417-623-3131.

Newton County Sheriff's Office Arrests

 06/17/2025 1449 

 AMY MICHELLE MUSGRAVE 

 5042 S Franklin SPRINGFIELD, MO 65810 

 WF 47 1199 HASELTINE 500.00 

DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 1ST OFFENSE

06/17/2025 1454 

 DARNELL BENJAMIN DARRA 

 417 S Cliffside Dr Apt 3 NOEL, MO 64854 

 AM 27 GATEWAY DR/GREENWICH 0.00 

DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 2ND OR 3RD OFFENSE 

08/27/2025 

 06/17/2025 1830 

 KYLE MONTANA MCCRORY 

 1783 Laughlin Ridge Rd PINEVILLE, MO 64856 

 WM 22 13131 SORREL RD 225.00 

NPD SPEEDING - 26 TO 30 MPH OVER 320.040

06/16/2025 1000 

 JUSTIN KEITH FLEMING 

 4395 Saginaw Rd NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64804 

 WM 30 4395 SAGINAW RD 1,500.00 

HARASSMENT - 1ST DEGREE 

 06/16/2025 1052 

 ERNEST LEROY III NAPIER 

 917 J St. North West MIAMI, OK 74354 

 WM 56 303 E. 3RD 250.00 

FAILURE TO APPEAR 

 06/16/2025 1415 

 JOHN EDWARD HAMILTON 

 7288 Highway Nn NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64804 

 WM 29 6 WEST FORT SCOTT ST 10,000.00 

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 

NPD DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED / REVOKED 390.020

 

Highway Patrol Arrests June 17-18

Dewann L. Johnson, 46, Springfield, Greene County felony warrant for possession of a controlled substance, driving while revoked, window tint

Dustin K Rhoads, 44, Aurora, Christian County felony warrant for harassment, driving while intoxicated, speeding, failed to register motor vehicle, no valid license, no insurance

James M. Wallace, 29, Springfield, driving while intoxicated, following too closely, no tail lamps

Samuel B. Terry, 26, Strafford, driving while intoxicated, failed to drive on right half of roadway, no front plate

Jason P. Nunnally, 36, Eagle Rock, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, driving while revoked, possession of drug paraphernalia 

Joplin, Webb City natives assigned to Highway Patrol Troop D

(From Highway Patrol Troop D)

Captain Dale O. Jinkens, commanding officer of Troop D, Springfield, is pleased to announce the assignment of two new troopers to Troop D. The following troopers were members of the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s 123rd Recruit Class that graduated from the Patrol Academy on June 18, 2025.

Trooper Kaley Ishman will be assigned to Zone 13, which serves the citizens of Newton and McDonald counties. 

Ishman is a Joplin, MO, native who graduated from Galena High School in Galena, MO, in 2021. Ishman also attended Fort Scott Community College.

Trooper Zane Moore will be assigned to Zone 7, which serves the citizens of Newton and McDonald counties. Moore is a native of Joplin, MO, who graduated from Webb City High School in Webb City, MO, in 2019.

Agenda posted for Crowder College Board for Trustees meeting

CROWDER COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING

Neosho Campus Wright Conference Center Monday, June 23, 2025 Call to Order at 10:00 a.m.

 

I.          Call to order

II.        Consent Agenda (Board Action)

A.    Minutes from previous meeting

B.     Approval of checks written for May

III. Personnel (Board Action)

A.    Retirements and Resignations

B.     Changes of Status

C.     Employments

IV. Academic Programs (Board Action)

A.    Addition of Programs

B.     Modification of Programs

C.     Deletion of Programs

V. Budget and Finances       

A.    Grants (Informational)

B.     Contract and Purchase Approval (Anything over $25,000) BOARD ACTION

a.       Project Description: Cash for meals for Cultural Trip to Denver, CO

b.      Project Description: Flooring updates for eight RoughRider Village apartments.

c.       Project Description: Topdressing the baseball field with USGA sand.

C.     Contract and Purchase Information ($5,000-$24,999)

a.       Project Description: Atlanta Braves tickets for cultural trip.

b.      Project Description: Work order/ticket system for campus.

c.       Project Description: Pass through payments to Perkins consortium members.

d.      Project Description: Tickets for Chuckwagon ride on cultural trip to Colorado.

e.       Project Description: Prepaid hotspot data charges for the AEL program.

f.        Project Description: 90 BurlingtonEnglish Seats or the AEL Program.

g.      Project Description: Economic impact study

h.      Project Description: Flights for Softball team for the World Series.

i.        Project Description: Replacement simulation monitors

j.        Project Description: Staff laptops to replace old units.

k.      Project Description: Two sets of turnout gear for Fire Science

l.        Project Description: Floor stripping and waxing for Brown Housing units.

m.    Project Description: Cash for Meals, Cultural Trip to Washington, DC

n.      Project Description: Cash for meals for Cultural Trip to Atlanta, GA

VI.       Special Presentations (Informational)

a.       Human Resources/ Payroll Presentation

VII.     President’s Report (Informational)

VIII.   Trustees’ Comments and Announcements (Informational)

IX.       New Business (Informational)

X.        Executive Session

a. Following the regular meeting, upon motion and roll call vote of the Board, the Board will move to a closed session to discuss personnel pursuant to Section 610.021 RSMo.

 

XI. Adjournment

North Heights Porchfest subject of Newsmakers program

(From KGCS)

A walk this fall in one Joplin neighborhood offers a chance to experience live music from a variety of genres. The North Heights Porchfest is the focus of the next Newsmakers program. 

The annual event was born out of care and concern for the North Heights neighborhood. The non-profit organization formed from that concern is coordinating the event that will feature more than 60 bands or solo musical artists performing on porches or yards October 4th. The event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with bands beginning at noon.

 

New coordinator Angela Hudson shares other event features including arts, crafts, and vendors. Moira McGhee discusses Market in the Park events at the old Columbia school property that owners are allowing the group to use and renovate for future neighborhood projects including a possible stage for Porchfest performances. Singer songwriter Kara Middick performs and shares why she will take part in Porchfest this year.

Newsmakers is airing nightly at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. beginning June 22 on KGCS-TV and will air at 5:30 a.m. Saturday, June 28 on KOAM-TV. It is also posted on the station’s YouTube channel: KGCS – Missouri Southern State University.

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

Drone fly-in planned at Missouri Southern

 

Joplin city offices closed for Juneteenth

(From the City of Joplin)

The City of Joplin offices will be closed on Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. 

This closing includes the Recycling Center, the Sunshine Lamp Trolley, and MAPS transportation services. All City services will resume their regularly scheduled hours on Friday, June 20.

Connect2Culture schedules free concerts at Cornell Complex

(From Connect2Culture)

Connect2Culture (C2C) will host two exciting summer performances outside on the Leggett & Platt Green at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex (212 West 7th Street, Joplin, MO 64801). All events are FREE and open to the public, and include complimentary chair rentals.

Liberty Celebration!

Saturday, June 28 | 6:00pm (gates 5:00pm)

Liberty Celebration! is Connect2Culture's annual patriotic performance on the last Saturday before the Fourth of July. Designed to ignite excitement and pride ahead of Independence Day, this annual event brings the community together through music, celebration, and a shared love for our country. Made possible by Liberty Utilities, this year’s celebration will feature bluegrass music from No Apparent Reason, The Vogts Sisters, and ROUTE 3, as well as food trucks, lawn games, and a firework finale!

Free and open to the public; complimentary chairs available. More Info: https://www.connect2culture.org/liberty-celebration

Made possible by Liberty Utilities.

JOMO Jammin' Music Festival

Saturday, July 19 | 4pm (gates 3:00pm)

Connect2Culture's JOMO Jammin’ Music Festival launched in 2021 to celebrate the incredible local and regional musical talent in our area. A vibrant one-day event, the festival is designed to be fun and engaging for the entire community. 

In an effort to boost community involvement and excitement, most of the performing bands are selected by public vote, giving attendees a direct role in shaping the experience. Free to attend, the festival brings people together for live music, connection, and local flavor in the heart of Joplin. This year’s lineup features Project Six; Here, Now; Dance Monkey Dance!; Sunset Circle; Blister Soul; and Dawson Hollow.

Free and open to the public; complimentary chairs available. More Info: https://www.connect2culture.org/jomo-jammin

Made possible by Freeman Health System.

Both of these performances will be held outside on the Leggett & Platt Green at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex.

Important: No outside food, drinks, chairs, or pets permitted; complimentary chairs available.

McDonald County Sheriff's Office warns of ticket scam

(From the McDonald County Sheriff's Office)

Scam Alert!!!

Numerous people have reported receiving text messages from the Missouri Department of Transportation saying that they owe money for a traffic ticket.

 

 
This is a scam! Ignore and delete this message.

 
MODOT does not issue or collect fine money for tickets.

 
DO NOT click the link and never give your bank account info or make payments to anyone that has contacted you electronically unless you know them and have a business relationship with them.
Better safe than sorry, delete these messages and do not reply to them.

Newton County Sheriff's Office Weekly Report

 

Joplin Police Department Weekly Activity Report

 

Newton County Sheriff's Office Weekend Arrests

06/13/2025 1340 

GREGORY HOUSTON NALLY 

 2629 East 5th JOPLIN, MO 64901 

 712 E 32ND ST 0.00 

WM 25 

IN-COUNTY WARRANT 

CHILD MOLESTATION - 2ND DEGREE -CHILD LESS THAN 12 YOA 

06/13/2025 1445 

TERRENCE CURTIS PETERSEN 

 12124 Goldfinch Rd NEOSHO, MO 64850 

 12015 E HIGHWAY 86/HAMMER RD 250.00 

WM 63 

ANDERSON PD FAILED TO REGISTER VEHICLE

06/13/2025 1741 

TREVOR LYNN BROWN 

 1015 S Neosho Blvd NEOSHO, MO 64850 

 208 W COLER STREET 0.00 

WM 31 

DWI - PRIOR 

06/14/2025 25001105 0012 

JUSTIN KEITH FLEMING 

 4395 Saginaw Rd, B NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64804 

 4395 SAGINAW RD 0.00 

WM 30 

HARASSMENT - 1ST DEGREE 

06/14/2025 0256 

CODY JOE DOWLING 

 2730 Iowa Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

 14290 FOLIAGE RD 0.00 

WM 38 

TAMPERING WITH MOTOR VEHICLE - 1ST DEGREE 

JASPER CO WARRANT TAMP MOTOR VEH 

DWI - AGGRAVATED

06/14/2025 1710 

EVAN FRANCIS SCHOTTER

7000 OLD 71 HIGHWAY 500.00 

WM 46 

3868 Foliage Rd 

JPD - FTA NO INSURANCE

06/14/2025 2026 

MARSHAL DUANE MARTIN 

 13724 Hwy 43, 27 SENECA, MO 64865 

 13724 HWY 43 0.00 

WM 26 

BARRY CO WARRANT HIT AND RUN LVE SCENE OF ACCDNT R 1 

 06/15/2025 2257 

EMANUEL DE JESUS MORALES 

 2819 S Grand Ave JOPLIN, MO 64804 

 5283 S RANGE LINE RD/SOUTHERN HILLS DR 94.00 

WM 24 

CARTHAGE PD INATTENTIVE DRIVING 

06/15/2025 0347 

SKYLAR BRUCE ARNOLD 

 11232 Poppy Dr NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64850 

 11232 POPPY DR 800.00 

WM 29 

NPD POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA 215.660 

NPD DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED / REVOKED 390.020 

NPD FAIL TO DISPLAY REGISTRATION PLATE 390.010 

NPD FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 390.080 

DPD MISC ORDINANCE VIOLATION 600.070 

DPD FAIL TO YIELD TO EMERGENCY VEHICLES 310.070 

DPD NO VALID OPERATORS LICENSE 390.020 

DPD CARELESS AND IMPRUDENT DRIVING 340.330 

DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED/REVOKED 

GPD DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED/REVOKED 

NO INSURANCE/ FINANCIAL RESP. 390.140 

IMPROPER DISPLAY OF PLATES 390.060 

UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - AMPHETAMINE OR M `

DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 2ND OR 3RD OFFENSE 

DRIVING WHILE REVOKED/SUSPENDED - 2ND OR 3RD OFFENSE 

OWNER OPERATE MV WITHOUT MAINTAINING FIN. RESPONS.-1ST OFF 

FAILURE TO MAINTAIN PROOF WITH DOR -FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 

FAIL TO DELIVER/RECEIVE CERT OWN SALE/TRANS OF MTR VEH/TRAIL 

RESISTING ARREST 215.390 

NPD POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 

JPD DRIVE WHILE REVOKED 

PROBATION/PAROLE VIOLATION