Jasper County Marriage Licenses Sept. 18, 2026

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Levi Douglas Korn, 23, Granby, and Tiffany Alta Brewer, 24, Joplin Jordan La'Shon Edwards, 23, Joplin, and Natyah Leirae Colbert, 26, Joplin Kevin Khang Tran, 22,...

Financial Focus: What does financial fulfillment actually feel like?

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Feeling financially fulfilled means so much more than just the number in your bank account. It's about being able to take your family out...

Agenda posted for Carthage R-9 Board of Education Meeting Sept. 21, 2026

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Financial Focus: What does financial fulfillment actually feel like?

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Cathy Jo Loy Capitol Report: State Leaders Review Missouri’s Child Welfare System

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On August 26, I attended a hearing of the Joint Committee on Government Accountability to learn more about Missouri’s...

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Carthage High School Selects Mike Frizzell to Lead Wrestling Program

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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

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

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