The house at 911 W. First St. was the subject of a complaint at City Council the night prior to a drug enforcement raid. Meth seized, two arrests made during search warrant The raid was coincidentally preceded by owner of house next door taking nuisance complaint to City Council Just hours after Frank Lundien asked

Webb City to apply for second roundabout Proposed $3.5M project includes widening of East Street from the highway to the second roundabout at Daugherty Street A second Webb City roundabout? Webb City is applying for a grant to widen East Street north from the city’s first roundabout to a proposed second one at East Daugherty

Inside the fence is one of two lift stations that will be replaced as part of the sewer system upgrade in Oronogo. G&G Construction has begun mobilizing and clearing brush at the site along Ivy Road. Expansion of Oronogo’s sewage system begins Seeing excavators ready to start digging is just the start of Oronogo’s big

Short-term rental regulations revived for next agenda City Administrator Carl Francis said he intends to put a revised short-term rental bill on the Webb City Council’s Sept. 26 agenda. The Planning and Zoning Commission on Monday voted to recommend a handful of changes to the original bill. The original bill, similar to the new short-term

Judge Joe Hensley Missouri Bar recognizes Joe Hensley’s integrity, leadership in the courtroom Judge Joe Hensley, of Webb City, on Thursday, Sept. 15, received the 2022 Theodore McMillian Judicial Excellence Award from the Missouri Bar Association for his integrity and leadership in the courtroom. Established by The Missouri Bar Board of Governors in 2004, the

Council contracts with Olsson to engineer detention basin Project has been identified as solution to storm water flooding The Webb City Council on Monday approved the selection of Olsson Engineering as the firm to complete the design and administer construction of a storm water detention basin to alleviate flooding in the northwest section of the

Donna Krudwig, Jim Latimer and Eileen Nichols, board members of the Webb City Historical Society discuss the condition of the Clubhouse after touring it Tuesday. Historical Society to decide if it wants ‘regifted’ Clubhouse City accepted historic building from the society, but without a use for it has decided to give the society a chance

Missouri American receives state approval to acquire Purcell water and sewer systems Company came to the city’s assistance in February 2021 Missouri American Water answered Purcell’s call during a time of need when it had no one to operate its water and sewer systems and has now been granted approval to acquire those systems. The

Webb City Historical Society members tour one of the many varied spaces within Just A Taste. The history of how historical buildings were rejuvenated Sommelier Eric Taylor talks about the features of the Wine Cave, which holds a large collection of wines. Do you know the long bar top at Zinc City Bar is really

Breckin Galardo Season starts with big home game against Nixa The Webb City Cardinals aren’t getting a soft start to begin the 2022 season. The Nixa Eagles will be at Cardinal Stadium for the 7 p.m. kickoff Friday, Aug. 26. Nixa was one of three teams to defeat the Class 5 State Champion Cardinals last

Eight red lights Council rejects proposed Airbnb ordinance 8-0 The proposed ordinance to regulate short-term rentals in Webb City was fully rejected 8-0 Monday by the Webb City Council. That was after it was earlier rejected 3-2 by the Planning and Zoning Commission and appealed by the City to the council. “At this point it

Oronogo Board keeps property tax rate as it is The Oronogo Board of Aldermen on Monday approved an ordinance that leaves the total property tax levy the same, $0.3835 per $100 assessed valuation. Total assessed valuation has increased $3,533,650 to $29,457,050 during the past year. Of the increase, $1,334,300 was from new construction. The general tax

The house at 1401 Matthew Circle has been rented out for short stays through the popular Airbnb website. P&Z rejects proposed regulations for short-term rentals It will still be on the City Council agenda  A proposed ordinance regulating short-term rentals will be on the Webb City Council agenda Monday – without the recommendation of the

Newly pinned Officer Tabatha Love, her daughter, Lisa McCarty, and mother, Andrea Humphrey. Police Department has openings for up to five  officers Police Chief Don Melton officially welcomed a new police officer to the force Monday with a badge pinning and swearing-in ceremony during the City Council meeting. Tabatha Love has recently completed the police

Oronogo asked for legal description of the whole city in connection with the Spire sale The Oronogo Board of Aldermen on Monday sent City Clerk Cyndi Jennings on a finding mission regarding the pending sale of the city’s natural gas system to Spire. She’s to find the legal description for every annexation the city’s made

Tax levy hearing notices Webb City R-7, Webb City and Jasper County The Webb City R-7 School District has gained nearly $1 million more in anticipated revenues than last year. Of that amount, $567,021 is from new construction.

Like most area polling places Tuesday, the 4th Ward’s, at Webb City Fire Department, received a steady flow of voters throughout the day. Luke Boyer wins judgeship  You can call Luke Boyer, Judge Boyer, now. The Webb City attorney defeated two other candidates vying to become District 6 associate judge. He’ll succeed Jerry Holcomb, who

The ZIPS Car Wash in Webb City is one of a kind so far. Webb City ZIPS is the first of a new car wash design Chris Michael, representing the contractor, Express Carwash, shows how the brush “fingers” will pull out rather than get stuck and pull off a vehicle part.   The grand opening

Webb City Council approves and advances special use permits Five special use permits took up most of the Webb City Council’s agenda Monday. Three special use permit ordinances were passed on final reading. They will allow: Aaron Arlington to rent out his house at 927 W. Secoond St. on a short-term basis. – It was

Oronogo City Clerk Cyndi Jennings holds a certificate awarded to her by fellow members of the Missouri City Clerk’s and Finance Officers Association on Monday during the Board of Aldermen meeting. Jennings’ training through the organization and her years of experience have earned her certification as a Continuing MO Registered City Clerk. Fellow MoCCFOA members

There’s not a bad seat among the 415 available for bingo nights at the new American Legion and VFW building. Community invited to tour new American Legion/VFW hall during reception Sunday A reception to acquaint the community with the new American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars Building is Sunday – but the bingo community

Tee Time has submitted this preliminary site plan for the Topgolf style facility it plans to build on East Broadway. The driving range extends to East Street. Tee Time special-use permit advanced by P&Z to City Council A closer view shows four pickle ball courts, corn hole, kitchen and 19 tee boxes. The initial site

Jasper County Clerk Charlie Davis instructs election poll workers in advance of the Aug. 2 primary election. Poll workers trained to conduct an election free of irregularities On Tuesday, two weeks before the Aug. 2 primary election, Jasper County Clerk Charlie Davis told election workers, “We want the public to be confident our election is

An eyesore for decades, the former G&H Redi-Mix site at the ‘Y’ and East Street, has been purchased and cleared by the city. A company now wants to use it for Topgolf-style golf, pickle ball and a restaurant. P&Z to hear request from TeeTime Entertainment TeeTime Entertainment, a new company with the intent of combat

Bhurle Sossamon, in the shaded lawn chair, talks with an admirer of his 1937 Buick Coupe Saturday during the car show portion of Webb City’s Route 66 Cruise-A-Palooza at King Jack Park. Cruise-A-Palooza crowd estimated at 10,000 Jason Rackley tests the temperature of the steak he’s prepared during the Henkle’s Steak Cookoff event. Rackley, of

Sensors to be added to monitor every outside door in the district Webb City School Board members took a step to make every school building more secure during their July meeting on Tuesday. They accepted a bid of $47,208 from NetWatch to put a sensor on every outside door that already doesn’t have one in

Regulating short-term rentals contemplated by City Council An application for a special use permit to operate an Airbnb led to a broader discussion of such short-term rentals by the Webb City Council Monday. Aaron Arlington is requesting to operate an Airbnb at 927 W. Second St., typically for people who need a place to stay

$2.7 M contract signed to begin Oronogo sewer improvement project The Oronogo Board of Aldermen on Monday authorized Mayor Charles Wilkins to sign a contract with G&G Construction Co. for construction of improvements to the city’s sewage system. The total base bid is $2,737,000. Curtis Garner, representing G&G has presented a bond and insurance guaranteeing

The city recycling bins are currently on Tom Street at First Street. City plans to put recycling bins behind gate leading to sewage treatment plant Honor system at current location isn’t working The new idea is to place a city employee in a guard shack behind the gate at the sewage treatment plant in order

The property south of Kennedy Lane at Myrtle Road (foreground) is requested to be rezoned for apartments. In the background on Range Line Road can be seen the new Metro Appliance, Eberhardt Chiropractic and Anderson Car and Tractor. Apartment zoning request in Oakland Park area postponed A controversial request to rezone property for three-story apartments

Oronogo Board approves annual budget, wage increases and adjusts water, sewer rates The Oronogo Board of Aldermen on Monday approved a 2023 budget that looks exceptionally good due to $842,748 the city expects to receive from the sale of its natural gas system to Spire. The sale, approved by voters in November, is awaiting approval

An advantage of starting over with the building they purchased is that Jim and Kayla Weatherford had an open floor plan to design the interior from scratch, just the way they wanted to. ‘Crazy’ opening leaves new pizzeria short of dough (the bread kind) Hot Stone Pizzeria is in a reconfigured building at 111 N.

Signs were posted at the Clubhouse this week to let more people know the city is open to ideas for its use. Historic Clubhouse not for sale: ‘We just want to save it’ Carl Francis Webb City is looking for a company – ideally a nonprofit – to put the historic Clubhouse at 115 N.

A candlelight vigil was held Friday at King Jack Park as a way to grieve for Rezwan Kohistani. Community mourns14-year-old whose death has raised questions The Webb City Police Department continues to wait for an autopsy report and evidence to be processed before providing an official report about the May 5 discovery of a dead

West Seventh Street bridge reopened after repair Webb City Public Works has managed to catch a day when it wasn’t raining to pour a concrete deck on the West Seventh Street bridge. Storm water earlier this spring came over the bridge and uprooted the asphalt surface. The bridge will be more important as the city

Oronogo residents asked to answer survey questions for comprehensive plan The process of developing a new comprehensive plan for Oronogo has begun, and citizens are asked to provide their input by answering questions on a survey. There’s a link to the survey on the city’s website, https://www.oronogomo.org. The Harry S Truman Coordinating Council staff is

Special response teams coax burglary suspects from house near Webb City Junior High Most of the school day was interrupted at Webb City Junior High School on Thursday, May 12, as law enforcement officers surrounded a house nearby. The event began at 7:38 a.m. as Webb City Police officers were called to a burglary in

Joplin Council approves 281-lot Emeral Glades subdivision on North St. Louis Street

Civil War raid near Carthage as seen through the eyes of a young participant As Carthage and Civil War reenactors prepare for events this weekend to observe the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Carthage, the Webb City Area Genealogical Society provides the following historical newspaper article. Details about the reenactment and related festivities can

Patrol Officer Johnathan Berg is pinned by his daughter, Addysen. City celebrates pinning of five police officers Webb City Police Department honored three sergeants and two patrol officers Monday with a pinning ceremony during the Webb City Council meeting and a reception at the police station. Those pinned were: Patrol Officer Johnathan Berg A 2010

Large water tower to be cleaned without the need to drain it It’s time to inspect and clean the inside of Webb City’s large water tower, according to the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. Rick Roth, street and water director, told Webb City Council members Monday that the cleaning and inspection can be done without

$2.7 M bid accepted for Oronogo’s sewer improvement project The wait for construction of Oronogo’s major sewer improvement project to begin is nearly over. On Monday, the Oronogo Board of Aldermen voted unanimously for Mayor Charles Wilkins to sign the notice of award for the contract with G & G Construction, of Carthage, pending approval

Click above to see the locations of 61 sales advertised below. Citywide Garage sale weekend Citywide garage sales are May 5, 6 and 7, 2022, in Webb City, Carterville and Oronogo.  See below the list of  Wise Buyer ads placed by sellers. The sales will also be on the Sentinel’s annual 2022 Garage Sale Map.

Cleanup week follows garage sale week Curbside pickup Tuesday thru Friday, drop-off on Saturday When is the annual Webb City’s Citywide Cleanup? It’s in two phases the week after the citywide garage sale:  CURBSIDE from Tuesday, May 9, to Friday, May 13. DROP-OFF SITE on Saturday, May 14. • How do I participate? On your

Officers Alex Bickett and Austin Fohey display the life saving awards they received Monday during the City Council meeting from Officer Travis Osterman. Life saving police officers Bickett and Fohey honored  Webb City Police officers Alex Bickett and Austin Fohey each received three life saving awards Monday for rescuing a woman whose house was ablaze

Audit confirms Webb City’s financial status has improved The Webb City Council received the “clean audit – the best possible” Monday from Jon Cummings, of KPM CPAs and Advisors. Better yet, Cummings reported that “overall, you have revenue going up and expenses going down.” According to the audit of the 2021 fiscal year (ending Oct.

Watch your speed on Ivy Road in Oronogo Speed limit enforcement has been stepped up on Ivy Road in Oronogo based on results of a new sign equipped with radar that records speeds. Police Chief Steven Weaver told the Board of Aldermen Monday that over 800 vehicles were counted during one week by the sign.

Kyle Babbitt displays one of the cycling items that is shipped out of a warehouse in Webb City. An old manufacturing building is now part of e-commerce Clothing for cyclists is now stored and shipped out of the south half of the old Elder shirt factory at 107 W. Second Street. The north side of

Joe Beard wants to build houses of some sort where Second Street ends at the back of Atwoods. Lots remain industrial as R-2 zoning request is denied by P&Z The future use of two lots behind Atwoods at 401 East Second St. is still in limbo. On Monday, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously

Cowin Construction employees on Tuesday complete installation of a copper cupola above the entrance to the new American Legion and VFW Hall. First bingo night in new veterans building set for Saturday The installation of a copper cupola atop the entrance to the new American Legion and VFW hall in Webb City Tuesday is an

The rush of water over this bridge on West Seventh Street after midnight Sunday night must have been strong to dislodge the asphalt deck. Raging storm water damages low bridge The worst of the damage caused by heavy rains after midnight Sunday night in Webb City was at a bridge on West Seventh Street between

Battalion Chief Jeremy Denton. Captain Gary Davis. Driver/engineer Doug Moore. Three Webb City firefighters promoted Webb City Fire Chief Andrew Roughton promoted three of the department’s firefighters Monday at the start of the City Council meeting at City Hall. Jeremy Denton was promoted from captain to battalion chief, succeeding Mark Metsker, who recently retired. Denton

Elected officials repeating the oath office as read by Webb City Clerk Kim Demoss Monday were Mayor Lynn Ragsdale, Jim Dawson (4th Ward), Jerry Fisher (3rd Ward), Alisa Barroeta (2nd Ward), and Ray Edwards (1st Ward). Lynn Ragsdale elected to another 4-year term as mayor Webb City Mayor Lynn Ragsdale began a new four-year term

Repeating the oath Monday at Oronogo City Hall were Matt Kroutil (2nd Ward), Mark Lloyd (1st Ward), Mayor Charles Wilkins, and Kim Francis (3rd Ward). Charles Wilkins begins new term as mayor of Oronogo Oronogo Mayor Charles Wilkins and three aldermen were sworn in Monday by City Clerk Cyndi Jennings. One of the aldermen, Matt

Final election results

Mark Metsker receives congratulations during his retirement party Thursday at the Webb City Fire Department. Batallion Chief Mark Metsker retires after 41 years with the city Webb City Fire Department held a surprise retirement party Thursday for Battalion Chief Mark Metsker. Metsker began his first-responder career as an emergency medical technician. In fact, he was

This is the design for the billboard that will advertise Webb City for at least three months on Highway 249. City buys billboard to draw Hwy 249 traffic A large billboard will soon be letting northbound travelers on Highway 249 know that Webb City is just ahead. The Webb City Council on Monday unanimously approved

Oronogo sewer project to go out for contractor bids next month  Engineering plans for Oronogo’s major sewer improvement project are ready to go out to contractors and are expected to be opened at the May 9 meeting of the Board of Aldermen. Mayor Charles Wilkins announced the progress Monday. This is the second time contractors

The entrance to the Webb City’s Flat Creek will be similar to the one above in Republic. (PRESS RELEASE PHOTOS) It’s official: Flat Creek to break ground in April Estimated 100 employees to start serving sometime next winter Here’s the straight press release, which was embargoed until Saturday, March 26. City Administrator Carl Francis reports

The site of Carterville’s new water well is right by Highway 171, which splits the city. Participating in the groundbreaking today are public works employees, City Administrator Will Cline, Council member Chris Henkle, Mayor Alan Griffin and representatives of Harper Drilling and Anderson Engineering. Backup water supply is being drilled for Carterville Carterville officially broke

Early buds and weak limbs characterize pear trees. Buy-back offer for cut-down pear trees meant to call attention to the fact they are invasive Randy Haas, manager of Cardinal Valley Habitat, wants everyone with a bradford pear tree to know that if they cut it down they can get a native, non-invasive replacement tree for

Oronogo gets closer to sewer upgrade with  final easement signed Oronogo Mayor Charles Wilkins announced at the Board of Aldermen meeting Monday that the final easement necessary to proceed with of the long-awaited sewer system upgrade has been obtained. The project has been re-engineered and rerouted since the original design resulted in bids deemed too

Brian Croft, president of Foreverbed, shows off  the Luna & Sol line of beds now made at the firm’s new factory in Webb City. Up to 120 beds per day are shipping out of new mattress factory Location and city attitude credited for why Webb City was selected when Foreverbed had to move The new

Sgt. Alex Bickett Officer Austin Fohey (POLICE CHIEF DON MELTON PHOTOS) Two officers pull woman through window to escape fire Already recovering from surgery, Krista Stark is now in ICU being treated for smoke inhalation On Monday, the day after her Webb City home burned, Krista Stark was recovering from smoke inhalation in the intensive

The florescent-green tops of the GFL dumpsters stick out on trash day. WCA becomes GFL You may have wondered, “What’s the deal with the new dumpsters with the florescent-green tops?” that are popping up around Webb City. The answer is that WCA has been purchased by GFL. City Administrator Carl Francis says the change doesn’t

Home builder given time to consider options before rezoning North (left) of this corner, at 401 E. Second St., builder Joe Beard is trying to meet requirements to build two houses. The property, behind Atwoods, is currently zoned industrial. A rezoning bill on the Webb City Council’s agenda Monday was delayed to give the home

Oronogo rezones additional property for SMB’s new branch bank It’s apparent that Southwest Missouri Bank is getting closer to proceeding with its new branch at Highway 96 and Route D in Oronogo. Craig Tankersley, president of SMB, was present Monday when the Oronogo Board of Aldermen unanimously approved an ordinance rezoning additional property from residential

Rezoning of ‘little house’ behind the Civic goes to Council The Webb City Planning and Zoning Commission voted to advance a request by Neil VanLue rezone a house in back of the Civic Theater building on West Daugherty Street from commercial to residential. The theater portion of the Civic, where the seats and screen were,

The lot in the background, at 401 E. Second St., is likely being rezoned from industrial to residential. Rezoning behind Atwoods sought to build two houses A lot behind Atwoods at the dead end of East Second Street is in the process of being rezoned from industrial to residential. The Webb City Council on Monday

Oronogo home builder warned not to switch subcontractors Oronogo is taking a stand against home builders who change subcontractors after their building permit is issued. Mayor Charles Wilkins announced during the Board of Aldermen meeting Monday that the building permit for Allied Home Construction to build a house at 1076 Alexsandra Circle (Northtown Village area)

Rep. Cody Smith. (MISSOURI INDEPENDENT PHOTO) Proposed constitutional amendment could reverse Medicaid expansion Danielle Duclos – Missouri News Network JEFFERSON CITY — A proposed constitutional amendment has the potential to gut Missouri’s Medicaid expansion, reversing what was passed by voters in 2020 and bringing back the legislative control that conservative Republicans want. Introduced by House Budget

It’s not a good forecast when they take down the large flag You can look at Webb City’s giant flag pole in front of the Praying Hands monument to boost your patriotism or tell you the weather’s bad – or is going to get that way. The 20-foot by 35-foot flag is somewhat fragile when

John Littlefield and his son are pretty proud of how his first spray paint art came out. Their fence is on the alley across from the farmers market pavilion in King Jack Park. Graffiti converted to a pop of color for the farmers market Graffiti painted on fences and the restrooms near the farmers market

Positivity rate is the highest it’s ever been Too many tests for county health department to contact trace Those testing positive will receive a text with link to a digital form The Jasper County Health Department in Carthage, admitting that it is overwhelmed by the surge in COVID-19 cases since the first of the year,

More than 20% test positive as 300 still wait in line daily  The drive-thru COVID-19 testing site in Webb City continues to test an average of 300 people each day. On a recent day, when 301 tests were given, 70 (23%) were positive, according to Sami Johnson, with human resources for Ivy Medical, the Georgia

Revised treatment plant agreement presented to three city councils Rewriting spurred by Duenweg’s now-delayed request to become fourth 201 member A revised agreement between the three cities that own and manage the Center Creek 201 Wastwater Treatment Plant was accepted on first reading Monday by the Webb City Council. It’s a new document that combines

Center Creek 201 Wastewater Treatment Plant (FILE PHOTO) Center Creek 201 name comes from Section 201 of the Clean Water Act A question recently came up regarding our sewage treatment plant’s name: “Where did the 201 come from?” It’s been known as the Center Creek 201 Wastewater Treatment Plant ever since Webb City and Carterville passed

Coronavirus  (CDC PHOTO) Health department says attorney general’s order ‘greatly affects’ its ability to stop the spread of COVID The Jasper County Health Department announces that it has ceased all COVID-19 orders at this time because of an order from the Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt’s office. “While our agency remains determined to protect the health

This close-to-average Spire natural gas winter bill for usage of 103 CCFs would go up $48.10 (before taxes), from $81.44 to $129.54, due to two rate increases taking effect. On this particular bill, the delivery charges would increase by $8.36, from $39.81 to $48.17. And the gas cost would go up $40.25, from $41.12 (103

Webb City mayor and school board incumbents among the first to be on the April ballot

501(c)(3) approval letter came this week

The new roundabout on Highway 171 at Highway 96 between Carl Junction and Asbury is now open to traffic.  However, the lane exiting westbound is blocked until signals warning about the rail crossing are installed. This photo is looking east toward Oronogo. Carl Junction is to the right, Asbury to the left. Roundabout at 171

Estella Way was the scene of a pit bull attack on Tuesday, Nov. 16. Hero emerges to rescue young jogger attacked by two pit bulls Municipal charges pending against owner of dogs and friend who was watching them Ricky Ray is being hailed as a hero for coming to the rescue of an jogger who

Judge Joe Hensley Judge Joe Hensley nominated to fill vacancy on the Court of Appeals Gov. Parson has 60 days to select among three nominees chosen by judicial commission Judge Joe Hensley is one of three nominees to fill a vacancy on the Missouri Court of Appeals, Southern District. Paul C. Wilson, chief justice of

The new American Legion Post 322 hall is under construction on North Main Street. American Legion Post 322 hopes to open new hall in spring 2022 The new American Legion Post 322 Hall is taking shape on the southwest corner of North Main Street and Stadium Drive. Post Commander Don Wooten says completion is expected

Hall of Fame inductees and Cardinal Teachers

Business awards

Missouri and Arkansas governors met at the state line to celebrate the Bella Vista bypass

Sean Fitzgibbon was surprised to break his Kickstarter goal on the first day, erasing any doubt the book would be published

Ryan Evitts is saving up to 10 minutes each way 

Surprisingly, approximately 70 acres owned by Webb City are actually in Carterville

The corner is south of the block that’s been cleared to entice a commercial developer

Two ambulances now serve north portion of coverage area 24 hours a day

Founder Larry Tamminen endorses Andrea and Chris Briley as they carry on his ice cream parlor and Superman museum

Mayor opts to let the feds and states to settle the dispute

City and Spire officials will answer questions about the Nov. 2 ballot measure

Wanted: Two aldermen on four-person board

Vegetation clearing project is complete

18-month interior renovation nearly complete

Cycling apparel to be stored and shipped

Two officers injured in altercation; Highway Patrol called in to investigate

Retirement, as well as salary and health insurance, seen a benefit to retain good employees – which are in demand now

Public hearing set to be held Aut. 23

The state had argued it needed two months to begin accepting applications for the program approved by voters last year

Additional receipts will convert all agencies’ to one radio system compatible with the state’s

The Webb City attorney is running for an opening on the circuit court

Aug. 10, 1821 – Aug. 10, 2021

Carl Francis: ‘This is the way to finally bring an end to the radio system confusion we have in Jasper County right now’

Tdap/MCV4 vaccine also available

Daily case reports, hospitalizations have doubled as Delta variant spreads through state

Passion for farm life and photography make her a natural to win the annual Missouri Ag contest

East Street north of Daugherty Street to be closed Thursday for sewer line extension

Hundreds celebrate knowing Bryann Baird

Three clinics to promote healthy football practices

Petition calling for audit signed by 84 residents

3-day ride visits area Legion posts to collect money for scholarships for children of veterans killed in action 

Spaces for outdoor seating and musicians can now expand from sidewalk into the street

New budget bill can be on the June 28 agenda; next fiscal year begins July 1

Local center will hold picnic fundraiser Saturday in Memorial Park

Tails & Tales features activities and prizes along with reading encouragement

Next public meeting at 10 a.m. Thursday

Production will move from Joplin to Webb City when new building is finished