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Route 171 CLOSED at Route 96 in Jasper Co. West of Carthage Sept. 25-26 – Newstalk KZRG

Where: Missouri Route 171 at Missouri Route 96 in Jasper County west of Carthage When: 7 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 25 through Friday, Sept. 26 What: Contractor crews pouring concrete for the deck of the new Route 96 bridge over Route 171 Traffic Impacts: All lanes of Route 171 CLOSED at Route 96 Sept. 25-26 Traffic will be diverted up and over Route 171 on- and off-ramps in both directions Drivers should expect slowed traffic and delays Drivers urg…See the Story

Overall enrollment up at Missouri Southern State University – Newstalk KZRG

JOPLIN, Mo. — Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) continues to see positive momentum in student enrollment, marking three consecutive semesters of enrollment growth. According to the official university census for Fall 2025, overall enrollment at MSSU has increased by 2% compared to the previous fall. Graduate student enrollment also saw a 39% increase, a testament to the university’s new academic offerings. University administrators note …Joplin · Joplin Read Article

Rep. Eric Burlison to host manufacturing tour in Joplin – Newstalk KZRG

JOPLIN, MO – United States Congressman Eric Burlison will host a Manufacturing Tour and Debriefing on Friday, September 26, 2025, at Missouri Southern State University’s Ron Richard Athletic Center (Building 42). The event will highlight ongoing efforts to strengthen domestic manufacturing, promote pro-growth policies, and gather insights from industry leaders and stakeholders across Missouri’s 7th Congressional District. Burlison represents Mis…Joplin · Joplin Read Article

United Way announces new interim executive director, moves to new location in Joplin

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The United Way of Southwest Missouri and Southeast Kansas has announced new leadership and a new location.Joplin · Joplin Read Article

Administrators give update on auditorium project at Carthage High School

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CARTHAGE, Mo. — Carthage School administrators say the planning and design process for a new auditorium at Carthage High School is about 60% complete and plans are to break ground on the project early in 2026.Joplin · Joplin Read Article

Section of Main Street to be closed Saturday

Joplin's Main Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday from Fourth to Seventh streets, according to the city of Joplin.Joplin · Joplin Read Article

Route 171 CLOSED at Route 96 in Jasper Co. West of Carthage Sept. 25-26 – Newstalk KZRG

Lions Find Late Equalizer, Tie Bison 1-1 - Oklahoma Baptist University Athletics

JOPLIN, Mo. -- Oklahoma Baptist battled Missouri Southern State to a 1-1 draw Wednesday at Fred G. Hughes Stadium with both sides trading goals in an evenly matched contest.Athletics · Joplin Read Article

Jeffrey Legg marks homecoming, milestone as artist

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Jeffrey Legg has been described as “one of the greatest still-life painters of our time” by the editor-in-chief of Fine Art Connoisseur magazine.Joplin · Joplin Read Article

Groundbreaking held for future home of Carthage Farmers Market – Newstalk KZRG

The Carthage Chamber of Commerce Tuesday celebrated the groundbreaking of the Kolpin Family Pavilion – the future home of the Carthage Farmers Market! Earth was turned at the future location of the structure at 122 Grant Street in Carthage. It’s a milestone Chamber leaders say celebrates what makes Carthage special: neighbors supporting neighbors, families gathering, and a community that continues to grow stronger together. The McCune-Brooks Hea…Carthage, Missouri · Carthage Read Article

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Route 171 CLOSED at Route 96 in Jasper Co. West of Carthage Sept. 25-26 – Newstalk KZRG

Overall enrollment up at Missouri Southern State University – Newstalk KZRG

Rep. Eric Burlison to host manufacturing tour in Joplin – Newstalk KZRG

United Way announces new interim executive director, moves to new location in Joplin

Administrators give update on auditorium project at Carthage High School

Section of Main Street to be closed Saturday

Route 171 CLOSED at Route 96 in Jasper Co. West of Carthage Sept. 25-26 – Newstalk KZRG

Lions Find Late Equalizer, Tie Bison 1-1 - Oklahoma Baptist University Athletics

Jeffrey Legg marks homecoming, milestone as artist

Groundbreaking held for future home of Carthage Farmers Market – Newstalk KZRG

Wednesday's Major League Linescores

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Overall enrollment up at Missouri Southern State University – Newstalk KZRG

Rep. Eric Burlison to host manufacturing tour in Joplin – Newstalk KZRG

United Way announces new interim executive director, moves to new location in Joplin

Administrators give update on auditorium project at Carthage High School

Section of Main Street to be closed Saturday

Route 171 CLOSED at Route 96 in Jasper Co. West of Carthage Sept. 25-26 – Newstalk KZRG

Lions Find Late Equalizer, Tie Bison 1-1 - Oklahoma Baptist University Athletics

Jeffrey Legg marks homecoming, milestone as artist

Groundbreaking held for future home of Carthage Farmers Market – Newstalk KZRG

Wednesday's Major League Linescores