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  • [ February 25, 2026 ] Joplin Fire Department’s ISO Rating Stays at 2; Department Remains in Elite Group Government
  • [ February 25, 2026 ] Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States to Host St. Patrick’s Day 5K on March 14, Presented by TAMKO Building Products Events
  • [ February 25, 2026 ] Missouri Main Street Connection Convened at the Missouri State Capitol to Share 20 Years of Impact Government
  • [ February 25, 2026 ] Missouri Southern State University to Host 3rd Annual Rod Anderson Sport and Recreation Management Symposium Featuring Dr. Jason Pappas, NFL, and Collegiate Athletics Leader on March 2 Education
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Phonographs, Player Pianos and Betamax: The Inventions That Transformed Entertainment

February 14, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Phonographs, Player Pianos and Betamax: The Inventions That Transformed Entertainment
These 10 technological marvels had cultural implications that its inventors could barely have imagined.

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News quiz for Feb. 14, 2026

February 14, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on News quiz for Feb. 14, 2026
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Casey Wasserman Is Putting His Talent Agency Up for Sale After Epstein Fallout

February 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Casey Wasserman Is Putting His Talent Agency Up for Sale After Epstein Fallout
Wasserman has said he “never had a personal or business relationship with Jeffrey Epstein” and told staff he felt that he had “become a distraction” to the firm’s work.

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America Fell Out of Love With the Sedan. Detroit Wants to Bring It Back.

February 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on America Fell Out of Love With the Sedan. Detroit Wants to Bring It Back.
With drivers looking for more affordable options, U.S. automakers are having second thoughts about abandoning the mass-market sedan.

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A Pilot’s Parents Work to Clear His Name After the Deadliest Crash in Decades

February 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on A Pilot’s Parents Work to Clear His Name After the Deadliest Crash in Decades
An American Airlines jet and an Army helicopter crashed, creating unlikely friendships and advocates

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Los Angeles Sues American Industrial Partners Over Firetruck Rollup

February 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Los Angeles Sues American Industrial Partners Over Firetruck Rollup
The county alleges the buyout firm illegally reduced competition to raise prices for fire engines and supplies.

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Joplin NALA Read to Host Murder Mystery Dinner on February 28

February 13, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Joplin NALA Read invites the community to an unforgettable Murder Mystery Dinner, hosted at the Minnie Hackney Community Service Center on Saturday, February 28! Step into the glamorous world of the Spell Ball, NALA Read’s […]

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Trump Greenlights More Oil-and-Gas Investments in Venezuela

February 13, 2026 Erin Slifka Comments Off on Trump Greenlights More Oil-and-Gas Investments in Venezuela
The Treasury Department issued licenses Friday for oil companies including Chevron and certain European rivals to operate in the country.

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Down Syndrome Group of the Ozarks to Host World Down Syndrome Day Celebration on March 21

February 13, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Down Syndrome Group of the Ozarks is excited to recognize World Down Syndrome Day on March 21! To celebrate, they’re hosting a World Down Syndrome Day Celebration with a designated play space at G3 […]

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Community Invited to Support Local Youth at Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri’s Trivia Night on February 21

February 13, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Missouri is bringing the community together for a night of friendly competition and local impact with its upcoming Trivia Night. Local businesses, families, and community members are invited […]

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  • Joplin Fire Department’s ISO Rating Stays at 2; Department Remains in Elite Group
  • Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Four States to Host St. Patrick’s Day 5K on March 14, Presented by TAMKO Building Products
  • Missouri Main Street Connection Convened at the Missouri State Capitol to Share 20 Years of Impact
  • Missouri Southern State University to Host 3rd Annual Rod Anderson Sport and Recreation Management Symposium Featuring Dr. Jason Pappas, NFL, and Collegiate Athletics Leader on March 2
  • Judge Rejects Government Request to Search Washington Post Reporter’s Devices
  • Paramount’s Newest Bid Could Open Door to Beating Netflix Deal, Warner Says
  • Trump Administration Weighs Requiring Banks to Collect Citizenship Info
  • Freeman Health System and Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Names New CMN Champion, Zakiyah Crow
  • 15th Annual PDGA XC-Tier Disc Golf Tournament to Benefit FosterAdopt Connect Joplin; Player and Sponsor Signups Open Now
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