Monday, June 23, 2025
Domestic violence incident leads to murder-suicide in Parsons
(From the Parsons Police Department)In the early morning hours of June 21, 2025, at approximately 1:27 a.m., Parsons Police officers were dispatched to a reported disturbance in the 1100 block of Richard Avenue. Multiple 911 callers reported hearing screams followed by two gunshots.
Upon arrival, officers immediately began speaking with witnesses and canvassing the area. Tragically, they discovered a deceased female with a gunshot wound. Preliminary investigations revealed that the incident was domestic in nature.
A juvenile witness, identified as the victim's son, reported that a violent domestic altercation had taken place between his mother and her boyfriend, 36-year-old Steve Antone McDonald. The juvenile told officers that McDonald struck him in the head during the argument, prompting the victim to flee the residence. As she ran down the street, McDonald followed and fired two shots, one of which fatally struck her.
Following the shooting, McDonald returned to the home, took the victim's car keys, and fled the scene in a white 2000 Cadillac Escalade.
Parsons Police immediately issued a BOLO (Be on the Lookout) alert for the suspect and the vehicle. A short time later, law enforcement in Wilson County spotted the suspect vehicle. Greenwood County deputies assisted in attempting a felony stop near the town of Severy. A brief pursuit ensued before the vehicle crashed. Upon approach, deputies discovered McDonald inside the vehicle with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. Emergency aid was rendered on scene, but McDonald succumbed to his injury.
McDonald, originally from the Kansas City area, had recently been residing in Parsons with the victim. He had a history of domestic violence. On April 24, 2025, he was arrested on multiple charges, including Aggravated Domestic Battery, Aggravated Kidnapping, Criminal Threat, Criminal Damage to Property, and Endangering a Child. He was released on bond on May 15, 2025.
Lieutenant Sherri McGuire, who oversees the Parsons Police Department's Domestic Violence Unit, said "This is a heartbreaking tragedy for the family, the victim's child, and our entire community. Domestic violence is a silent epidemic that tears lives and families apart. Our Domestic Violence Unit was created to intervene, support survivors, and prevent these outcomes. We urge anyone experiencing abuse to reach out there is help, and you are not alone."
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please reach out for help. The Parsons Police Department is committed to supporting survivors and preventing future tragedies.
· Parsons Police Department Domestic Violence Unit: (620) 421-7060
· Safehouse Crisis Center 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-794-9148
· National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text "START" to 88788
· Website: www.thehotline.org
Newton County Marriage Licenses
Jacob Michael Steele, 24, Seneca, and Ashleigh Dawn Smith, 19, Granby
Blake Lee Grube, 21, Diamond, and Laisha Rangel Garcia, 22, Diamond
Yaw Addo Hayford, 28, Seneca, and Aaliyah Marie Puckett, 22, Seneca
Carl Gene Linton, 36, Granby, and Shana Nicole Hay, 34. Stella
Christopher Aaron Thompson, 36, Seneca, and Amanda Elizabeth Walton, 50, Seneca
Joshua Yoder Caudill, 26, Ezel, Kentucky, and Ashlyn Louise Washburn, 27, Joplin
Jim Woodered McKelvey, 54, Noel, and Hannah Rose Conner, 30, Neosho
Brett Kaleb Barnes, 26, Neosho, and Hailey Janeth Mejia DeLeon, 24, Neosho
Rolando Gomez-Gomez, 25, Neosho, and Gardenia Rivera Gonzalez, 25, Neosho
Barton County Marriage Licenses
Todd Alan Levi, 62, Frontenac, Kansas, and Deborah Jean Longan, 57, Frontenac, Kansas
Dimetri Ethan Byers, 22, Lamar, and Hailey Ella-May Leivan, 22, Lamar
Clayton Scott Cox, 32, Bronaugh, and Alecia Kay McDonald, 35, Bronaugh
Newton County Sheriff's Office Arrests
06/20/2025 25001180 1518
GREGORY ALAN WYROBEK
5300 Courtney Ln
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64804
5300 COURTNEY LN 0.00
WM 57
ASSAULT - 3RD DEGREE
06/20/2025 1800
TREVOR LYNN BROWN
1015 S Neosho Blvd
NEOSHO, MO 64850
208 WEST COLER ST 0.00
WM 31
DWI
06/21/2025 0311
JIMMY MARLAND HIBBS
1019 East 11 St
GALENA, KS 64801
4799 W DOWNSTREAM BLVD/US
166 HWY
0.00
WM 33
RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY
06/21/2025 25044563
DYLAN EUGENE BOHANNAN
11831 Whispering Pines Rd
NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64850
KODIAK & AA 350.00
WM 22
GOODMAN PD- DRIVING REVOKED/SUSPENDED
06/22/2025 25001186 0900
LORI DAWN TAYLOR
22826 Highway HH NEWTON COUNTY, MO 64844
22826 HIGHWAY HH 1,000.00
WF 53
DOMESTIC ASSAULT - 3RD DEGREE
06/22/2025 1808
ARIC ALAN PARKS
1711 Fawn Dr
NEOSHO, MO 64850
208 W COLER ST 533.50
WM 45
SPD POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE 215.1810
SPD DRIVING WHILE SUSPENDED / REVOKED 390.010
Pedestrian killed on I-49
A Bella Vista, Arkansas pedestrian was killed on I-49 three miles north of Sheldon 4 a.m. Sunday.
According to the Highway Patrol report, a 2000 Volvo VNL610 semi tractor driven by a 42-year-old Burnsville, Minnesota man struck a 24-year-old Bella Vista man who was in the roadway.
Vernon County Deputy Coroner Richard Burdick pronounced the man dead at the scene at 5:30 a.m.
The fatality was the 52nd this year for Highway Patrol Troop D.
Highway Patrol Arrests June 20-June 23
Elijah M. Cooper, 39, Carthage, felony Arkansas post-prison transfer warrant- parole violation
Ashley D. Cerra, 44, Hollister, driving while intoxicated
Kaileigh M. Stewart, 19, Springfield, driving while intoxicated
Elijah B. Gragg, 46, Cherryvale, Kansas, driving while intoxicated (drugs), failed to maintain right half of roadway, no insurance
Samantha J. Beard, 36, Colfax, Indiana, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, felony possession of a controlled substance- hallucinogens, felony tampering with evidence, possession of drug paraphernalia, littering
Nathan J. Lock, 28, Monon, Indiana, driving while intoxicated (drugs), lane violation, possession of drug paraphernalia
Quentin M. Farris, 34, Cassville, driving while intoxicated, speeding
Jean A. Puschel, 32, Springfield, driving while intoxicated
Krysdianna Roe, 23, Reeds Spring, driving while intoxicated
Michael L. Pulis, 28, Brighton, felony possession of a firearm, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, no seat belt
Richard Robinson, 48, Billings, felony possession of a firearm, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, no seat belt
Wanda R. Wright, 48, Brighton, felony possession of a fireamr, felony possession of a controlled substance- methamphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, no seat belt
Nathan G. Gold, 48, Springfield, Greene County felony warrant for non-support, Webster County misdemeanor warrant for traffic violation
Jeanne Burrus, 56, Nevada, driving while intoxicated, no seat belt, failure to yield
Summer D. Porch, 32, Polk, boating while intoxicated, operating a personal watercraft without a personal flotation device
Pegeen R. Kearns, 53, Branson, felony leaving the scene of an accident, driving while intoxicated, failure to yield
Natalie D. House, 20, Springfield, Stone County misdemeanor warrant for driving on the wrong side of the roadway, speeding
John K. Robinson, 45, St. Charles, driving while intoxicated (drugs), possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, speeding, no front plate
Sidney E. McIntosh, 24, Thornton, Colorado, felony driving while intoxicated, speeding
Darrell D. Long, 40, Carterville, felony possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, no driver's license
Friday, June 20, 2025
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
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Highway Patrol Arrests June 18-19
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
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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
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
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