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JoplinSource is an independent local news publication covering Joplin, Jasper and Newton counties, and the Four States. We report council and commission decisions, schools, health care, business openings and closings, high school and Missouri Southern sports, and what's happening across southwest Missouri — told plainly, for the people who live here.

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  1. Halloween Safety: Best Friends Animal Society Offers Pet Protection Tips

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    As the Holiday Approaches, a National Nonprofit Provides Guidance to Joplin Area Residents on Managing Trick-Or-Treat Stress and Other Dangers for Household Animals.

  2. Fred & Red's Maintains Nearly Century-Old Tradition on Joplin's Main Street

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    The Long-Standing Counter Diner at 1719 S Main St Continues to Serve Its Iconic Spaghetti Red and Other Chili-Focused Dishes, Drawing Generations of Local Diners and Travelers.

  3. Warm Waters Delay Annual Trout Stocking Across Missouri

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    The Missouri Department of Conservation Has Shifted Its Usual November Stocking Schedule to Protect Cold-Water Species From Unseasonably High Temperatures.

  4. Joplin Man Arrested After Fatal Apartment Parking Lot Confrontation

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    Police Responded to Reports of an Assault at the Plaza Apartments Friday Morning, Leading to the Death of an 82-Year-Old Joplin Resident.

  5. Two Paths Forward for Joplin's Closed Pennsylvania Avenue Viaduct

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    City Leaders Will Review Options Ranging From Permanent Removal to Complete Rebuilding of the Structure, Which Has Been Closed Since 2019.

  6. Newton County Auditor Appointed to State Board

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    Sherry Moore Will Represent Small Counties on the Texas Association of County Auditors Board of Directors.

  7. Joplin Gardeners Honored for Horticultural Expertise and Column Writing

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    Sandy and Jim Parrill, Who Cultivate 'Chaos' in the Ozarks, Are Recognized for Their Extensive Experience in Gardening and Landscaping, with Sandy Also Earning a Top Award for Her Newspaper Column.

  8. Joplin Leaders Experience Poverty Realities Through Simulation

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    One Joplin Hosted Its Annual Poverty Simulation at the Joplin Public Library, Immersing Community Leaders in the Daily Struggles Faced by Families Living Near or Below Federal Poverty Income Levels.

  9. Ozark Center, MSSU Athletics Partner for Student Mental Health

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    The Collaboration Provides Missouri Southern Student-Athletes with Specialized Counseling, Performance Support, and Educational Programs to Address Unique Challenges.

  10. Main Street Streetscaping Begins, Prompting Traffic Shifts in Joplin

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    A $5.3 Million Project to Enhance Joplin's Midtown District Starts Tuesday, Reducing Main Street to One Lane in Affected Areas.

  11. Joplin Councilman Resigns, Citing Transparency and Accountability Concerns

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    Brian Cowles Submitted His Resignation Effective October 28, Just Six Months Into His Term, Prompting a Council Discussion on Filling the Vacancy.

  12. Newton County Sees 10 Percent Rise in Fraud and Forgery Cases

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    Officials with the Newton County Sheriff's Office Report a Significant Increase in Fraud and Forgery Offenses, Often Linked to International Operations That Make Prosecution and Recovery of Funds Challenging.

  13. Joplin Health Department Fails Mayes Dining Hall at MSSU

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    Inspectors Observed Improper Food Storage, Poor Kitchen Cleanliness, and Pests After a Public Complaint Detailed Multiple Food Safety Concerns.

  14. Pitt State Social Work Students Launch Community Service Initiatives

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    Thirteen Pittsburg State University Students Are Implementing Capstone Projects This Semester, Addressing Needs Across Southeast Kansas and Beyond.

  15. Carl Junction and West Plains to Meet for District Volleyball Title

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    The Top Two Seeds in the Class 4 District 6 Tournament Are Scheduled to Compete for the Championship Today at Logan-Rogersville High School.

  16. Carthage Plans Third Annual Veterans Day Parade for November 14

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    VFW Post 2590 and American Legion Encourage Community Members and Organizations to Participate in the Procession and Post-Parade Activities.

  17. Unexplained Reports Persist at Historic Joplin and Prosperity Properties

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    Decades of Reported Strange Experiences, From Sprinting Footsteps to Mysterious Voices, Have Been Documented at Holly Hill Estate and the Former Prosperity School House.

  18. Significant Weather Shift Expected: Rain and Possible Storms After Warm Spell

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    The Joplin Area Will Transition From Unseasonably Warm Fall Temperatures to a Wetter Pattern by the Weekend, with a Developing Storm System Next Monday Potentially Bringing Widespread Rain and Drought Relief.

  19. Annual Property Tax Bills Arrive in Jasper County, December 31 Deadline Set

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    County Collector Steve Mcintosh Advises Residents on Payment Methods and Crucial Postmark Requirements to Avoid Late Fees.

  20. Cherokee County Residents Press Officials Over Deteriorating Roads

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    County Leaders Cite Budget Constraints, Workforce Shortages, and Material Challenges as They Seek Solutions for Widespread Road Issues.

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