Local Interests
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Missouri considers A-F grading system for school districts
(Missourinet) – Missouri is considering whether to grade school districts on an A-through-F scale. State Board of Education member Kerry…
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Missouri Department of Health official warns residents about rabies
(Missourinet) – Health leaders in Missouri are urging pet owners to make sure their dogs, cats, and other four-legged family…
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Expanding the Joplin Industrial Park
The city of Joplin is getting ready to expand the industrial park on the southeast side of town by annexing…
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FIFA announces countries that will compete in Kansas City during 2026 World Cup
(Missourinet) – FIFA has announced the countries coming to Kansas City, including the defending champion Argentina. Kansas City’s visitor estimate…
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Missouri Bill Proposes Lower Minimum Wage for Teen Workers
(Missourinet) – Could Missouri teens soon earn less than the state’s minimum wage? Senator Joe Nicola, who represents Missouri’s 11th…
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Felon sentenced for unlawfully possessing a loaded firearm
TULSA, Okla. – An Oklahoma man was sentenced Wednesday for being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition,…
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CPKC Holiday Train to roll into Pittsburg, Joplin Saturday November 29
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railroad (CPKC) has announced the schedule for the 2025 Holiday Train and it’s making two local…
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Some area grocery stores open Thanksgiving day
A poll has found that most area grocery stores will be closed on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day. After checking with different…
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Shop and support local art this Holiday Season
JOPLIN, MO—Spiva Center for the Arts invites you to give the gift of creativity this holiday season through buying local…
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Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity Welcomes Three New Homeowners
Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity will celebrate three new homeowners on Wednesday, November 26, with a series of home blessings…
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