News across Newton County
City Submits Formal Recommendation for Flight Hub Change
The City of Joplin and SkyWest Airlines have officially submitted their separate requests to the U.S. Department of Transportation proposing that one of the Joplin Regional Airport’s connecting hubs be changed from Chicago to Houston.
Weekday Morning Newscast: Monday, September 28
Hear reporting on the legal fight over Missouri's congressional maps, new public art pieces from Sculpture Walk Springfield, infrastructure plans foe East Bennet in Springfield and a major grant for Joplin's Fire Department.
Joplin Fire Marshal, Police Investigate House Fire
Joplin police and fire officials are collaborating on an investigation into a house fire that occurred Sept. 24 in north Joplin.
North Heights Neighborhood Seeks Historical Designation, Presents 10th annual Porchfest
Efforts to preserve and improve one Joplin neighborhood through a national historical designation are underway.
Fire Department Awarded Federal Grant to Hire Additional Firefighters
The Joplin Fire Department has won a generous federal grant that will provide expedited funding for the addition of new firefighters.
North Heights Neighborhood Seeks Historical Designation, Presents 10th annual Porchfest
Efforts to preserve and improve one Joplin neighborhood through a national historical designation are underway, and it’s drawing even more attention to this artsy, culture-rich district.
Fourth Street Repair Work Scheduled
A section of Fourth Street in Downtown Joplin will be closed during the business day on Tuesday, Sept. 22, for street repair work.
Tickets on Sale for 2027 State of the Community
The City of Joplin is pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for the second annual State of the Community event.
Health Department Receives Grants for Dementia Support; Safe Driving Education
The Joplin Health Department is the recipient of two grant awards that will serve populations with very different needs.
Reminder of Solid Waste Service Changes Taking Effect Oct. 1
The City of Joplin and Republic Services are reminding residents inside Joplin city limits about important changes to solid waste services, which will take effect soon.
Motorcyclists, Drivers Encouraged to Drive Carefully this Labor Day Weekend
With a motorcycle fatality on Range Line Road late last week and two other fatal motorcycle crashes in Joplin since the start of the year, JPD is reminding all drivers of motor vehicles to take precautions on roadways.
September Joplin City Council Meetings and Work Sessions
Dates have been set for September's Joplin City Council meetings and work sessions, with some changes in place for this month.