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An officer with the Joplin Police Department will not be charged after firing a shot during a barricade and hostage incident in Baxter Springs that resulted in the death of two-year-old Clesslynn J. Crawford. During the incident, which occurred on Saturday, March 26, 2022, at 340 Wyandotte Ave., Eli Crawford, 37, shot and killed Taylor D. Shutte, 27, of Webb City, Missouri, before barricading himself inside a pull behind camping trailer with his daughter and firing over 90 shots at law enforcement officers.
Joplin police officer will not be charged in toddler’s death
CHEROKEE COUNTY, Kan. — There will be no charges filed against an officer with the Joplin Police Department who fired a shot that resulted in the death of a two-year-old girl during a barricade … more
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At the beginning of August, Matthew “Matteo” Schmitt, of Pittsburg, released “Vibrating the Aether” EP (Extended Play), a collection of instrumental music influenced by a birthday gift from his girlfriend.
The gift of music
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — For Matthew “Matteo” Schmitt, of Pittsburg, playing music has been intoxicating since day one.   “From the very beginning, I could hear a vibration … more
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Liz Darling
Arts Council to present discussion with visual artists
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Following the success of its first Second Saturday event The Craft of Art in August, the Pittsburg Arts Council (PAC) is revving up for its second event, The Craft of Art: Visual Art this weekend. … more
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Ghost in the Atlantic of South Coffeyville, Oklahoma play their set at last year’s ‘End of Summer Bash’ music festival. This year’s festival will be held Saturday at the My Place Event Grounds, 850 S. Liberty St. in Cherryvale.
‘End of Summer Bash’ scheduled on Saturday
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CHERRYVALE, Kan. — The fourth annual End of Summer Bash music festival is scheduled to take place Saturday at the My Place Event Grounds, located at 850 S. Liberty St. in Cherryvale.   … more
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Area businesses gather in the Northeast High School gymnasium on Wednesday for Independence Community College’s Rural Outreach Career Fair that featured presentations, career pathway opportunities as well as possible internships or apprenticeships.
Students, businesses gather for Rural Outreach Career Fair
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ARMA, Kan. — On Wednesday, students at Northeast High School as well as students from across southeast Kansas received a head start on their future at Independence Community College’s … more
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Pritchett Trust Grant recipients selected
PITTSBURG, Kan. — BMO Trust and Custody Services will announce the recipients of the Pritchett Trust grants at a reception on Thursday, September 7, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. inside the BMO Bank, 417 … more
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Governor Kelly (seated) established the Office of Registered Apprenticeship in a ceremony last year. Standing second to her left is Dr. Mark Johnson of Pittsburg State University who serves as a subject-matter expert and secretary for the Kansas Apprenticeship Council.
Kansas sees nearly 40% Increase in apprenticeships in one year
PITTSBURG, Kan. — It has been one year since Governor Laura Kelly established the Office of Registered Apprenticeship to strengthen workforce development and grow the economy by modernizing and … more
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Girard’s USD 248 team poses with their medals at the Special Olympics Golf Tournament held at Pittsburg’s Four Oaks golf course on Wednesday.
Special Olympians hit the links at Four Oaks
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Special Olympics Kansas hit the fairways on Wednesday at the Four Oaks Municipal Golf Course in Pittsburg. Middle and high school students from Girard, Uniontown, Galena, and … more
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Pam Richey (left) and Megan Bauer (right) of the Restorative Justice Authority pose with their submission representing Crawford County in the Kansas State Fair.
State Fair challenges county clerks 
GIRARD, Kan. — County Clerk Lisa Lusker was challenged by Kansas State Fair Competitions Coordinator Nancy Schmutz to present a competitive exhibit for the State Fair running from Sept. 8 … more
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Keenagers begin rehearsals
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RIVERTON, Kan. — The Keenagers, a not-for-profit senior citizens’ chorus based in Riverton, Kansas, is looking for new members, aged 50 and older, from across the Four States. But … more
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Gorilla Country, located at 104 E. Kansas St., celebrates its 10-year anniversary this week as the store provides a wide array of Pittsburg State University apparel and accessories.
Gorilla Country celebrates their 10-year anniversary
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Steve and Kathy Scott first opened Gorilla Country, their Pittsburg State University-themed clothing store, in September of 2013.   Ten years later, the Scotts are … more
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Gina McBride, Caney Historical Museum - SEKMA board member, Ashley Hovell, Independence, - SEKMA Video committee chair and director at Independence Historical Museum & Arts Center, Carrie Doud, Fiscal and Grants Manager, KS Tourism, Leanne Githens, Fredonia - SEKMA President.
Kansas Tourism announces Marketing Grant Awardees
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TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Commerce’s Kansas Tourism Division recently announced $117,780 has been awarded in the 2023 Tourism Marketing Grant Awards Program. The grants are … more
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Memorial Auditorium, located at 503 N. Pine St. in downtown Pittsburg, will serve as the host for Wednesday’s Common Ground Youth Conference that features a comedian, rapper, indie rock band and a guest speaker, starting at 6 p.m. with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.
Common Ground Youth Conference planned for Wednesday
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Presented by Countryside Christian Church, Memorial Auditorium is scheduled to host the “Common Ground Youth Conference” on Wednesday for students sixth through … more
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Cherokee Fall Festival opens on Friday
CHEROKEE, Kan. — The weather in Cherokee is shaping up to be beautiful for this weekend's annual Cherokee Fall Festival.   Presented by the Cherokee Ruritan Club, the Fall Festival … more
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“I Am King” by Sookie Fields of Pittsburg won Best in Show.
Little Balkans Quilt Show wraps up strong
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Chairperson Brandee Switzer has announced this year’s winners in the 35th annual Little Balkans Quilt Show, held Friday and Saturday at Memorial Auditorium. A total of … more
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Crawford County Emergency Medical Services, Pittsburg Police and Pittsburg Fire responded to a reported hit and run Tuesday evening at approximately 5:15 p.m., located at the intersection of N. Joplin and E. 10th St.
Hit and run in Pittsburg on Tuesday
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Crawford County Emergency Medical Services, Pittsburg Police and Pittsburg Fire responded to a reported hit and run Tuesday evening at approximately 5:15 p.m., located at the intersection of N. Joplin and E. 10th St. more
Route 66 Coin, Gold and Silver Show returns to Joplin
WEBB CITY, Mo. — The Route 66 Coin, Gold and Silver Show, Joplin’s oldest local coin show, is returning to the Continental Banquet Center, 2802 N. Range Line Road on the last Saturday in … more
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Kansas Heritage Trust Fund Grant Workshop planned in Pittsburg
PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Kansas Historical Society is hosting a Kansas Heritage Trust Fund Grant Workshop in Pittsburg on Friday, Sept. 8. This state program provides matching funds for the … more
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Rob Spencer (right) shakes hands with Cutter (right). Spencer helped rescue Cutter when he suffered a traumatic injury after a devastating accident.
Former paramedic-EMT to be honored at Stars of Life ceremony in Washington D.C.
Rob Spencer, who was born and raised in the Barton and Vernon County areas of Missouri and has local family ties, was named one of 32 Global Medical Response (GMR) Stars of Life. The Stars of … more
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With ideal weather conditions, area residents gathered at Lincoln Park on Sunday for a late night full of rock and roll played by Members Only of Springfield, Missouri.
‘Members Only’ closes out Little Balkans Days
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PITTSBURG, Kan. — Members Only, a premier ‘80s tribute act, closed out this year’s Little Balkans Days at Lincoln Park on Sunday.   Residents from across the Pittsburg … more
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