Jasper County Marriage Licenses June 18, 2026

Lifestyles Randy Turner - June 20, 2026

James David Cruz, 27, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Amanda Sue Reedy, 33, Webb City Ulises Ramirez Pedroza, 27, Carthage, and Yoselyn Paola Flores, 27, Carthage Reynaldo...

POLICE, FIRE & EMS

Carthage man pleads guilty to federal weapons charges

June 17, 2026

Sarcoxie man killed in car-motorcycle collision at 24th and Maiden Lane

June 14, 2026

Probable cause: Oronogo man choked wife, threatened to kill her, children

June 14, 2026

Carthage First Responders Unite for Boots, Badges & Blood Drive June 24

June 14, 2026

COLUMNS

Financial Focus®: Ten financial steps to take before and after your wedding day

Edward Jones - May 31, 2026

Getting married is a major decision that comes with a financial to-do list that's arguably more important than choosing...

Financial Focus®: Help your graduate use credit and debit cards wisely

Edward Jones - May 25, 2026

As your new graduate prepares to step into the next chapter of life – whether that's more education or...

SPORTS

Carthage High School Selects Mike Frizzell to Lead Wrestling Program

Carthage R-9 School District - April 30, 2026

CARTHAGE, Mo. — Carthage High School is excited to announce that Mike Frizzell has been named the next Head...

CHS Names Drew Bridges as New Head Baseball Coach

Carthage R-9 School District - April 24, 2026

CARTHAGE, Mo. — Carthage High School is proud to announce that Drew Bridges has been selected as the school’s...

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0 events 8 0 events, 8	1 event 9 1 event, 9 Featured 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Learn about squirrel hunting basics with MDC virtual program June 9 Featured June 9 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Learn about squirrel hunting basics with MDC virtual program June 9 Squirrel hunting is a rewarding and accessible hunting activity with deep roots in Missouri. This abundant game animal was an important resource for many throughout Missouri’s history. While hunting squirrels […] Free	0 events 10 0 events, 10	0 events 11 0 events, 11	0 events 12 0 events, 12	2 events 13 2 events, 13 Featured 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Carthage Tractor Supply Grand Opening June 13 Featured June 13 @ 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Carthage Tractor Supply Grand Opening June 13 Tractor Supply Company is holding a Grand Opening celebration at its all-new Carthage location Saturday, June 13. From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., the event will feature a pet adoption, […], Featured 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Bob Johnson Memorial Car Show June 13 Featured June 13 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Bob Johnson Memorial Car Show June 13	0 events 14 0 events, 14
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0 events 22 0 events, 22	0 events 23 0 events, 23	2 events 24 2 events, 24 Featured 11:00 am - 4:00 pm CBCO Boots, Badges & Bandages Blood Drive June 24 Featured June 24 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm CBCO Boots, Badges & Bandages Blood Drive June 24 CBCO Boots, Badges & Bandages Blood Drive Wednesday, June 24 at Carthage Memorial Hall, 407 S. Garrison. Drive hours are from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. To schedule an appointment […], 11:00 am - 3:00 pm American Red Cross Blood Drive June 24 June 24 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm American Red Cross Blood Drive June 24 American Red Cross Blood Drive Joplin 6/24/2026: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m., Joplin Public Library, 1901 East 20th Street	0 events 25 0 events, 25	0 events 26 0 events, 26	0 events 27 0 events, 27	0 events 28 0 events, 28
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