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Joplin Health Department Offering Vaccinations for Back-to-School Starting August 24

August 19, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

With the 2026-27 school year starting August 24, the City of Joplin is reminding parents and guardians that children in need of vaccines can get those at the Joplin Health Department. Medical personnel with the […]

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JATSO Seeking Citizens’ Input About Future Bicycle & Pedestrian Projects

August 17, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization (JATSO) is excited to announce the kickoff for updating the Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan including the launch of an online community survey. JATSO is the transportation planning agency for […]

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Republic Services and City of Joplin to Continue Early Trash Pickup from August 17–22 Due to Extreme Temperatures

August 14, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

With extreme temperatures predicted again the week of August 17, Republic Services has notified the City of Joplin that crews will begin each day at 5:00 am from Monday, August 17 to Saturday, August 22. […]

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City of Joplin’s Transit Division Seeks Community Feedback on Potential Trolley Route Expansion

August 13, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The City of Joplin is seeking to improve its fixed-route bus service for riders of the Sunshine Lamp Trolley. The City’s Transit Division is considering an expansion of the Trolley routes and will be hosting two public meetings to get […]

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Joplin Health Department Recommends Continued Precautions Against Cyclospora Parasite

August 10, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

With Cyclosporiasis cases on the rise in Missouri, Joplin Health Department officials are continuing to monitor numbers within Joplin and provide guidance to residents. The origins and sources of the outbreak — which was first […]

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City of Joplin Renews Contract with Republic Services

August 10, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Joplin residents will experience some changes to curbside solid waste collection beginning this fall after the City of Joplin renewed its contract with Republic Services earlier this week. The contract, which takes effect on October […]

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JATSO Seeking Public Comments on 2027 Proposed Unified Planning Work Program; Comment Period Ends August 13

August 4, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The Joplin Area Transportation Study Organization (JATSO) is seeking a 14-day public comment period for the proposed FY2027 Unified Planning Work Program. The UPWP lists transportation studies and tasks that MPO staff and member agencies […]

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City of Joplin Launches Lead Safe Joplin Program

July 31, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

The City of Joplin is now accepting applications for a new Lead Hazard Reduction Program, known as “Lead Safe Joplin”, which is designed to help eligible owner-applicants identify and control lead-based paint hazards in qualifying […]

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City of Joplin Shares Important Reminders with Residents as Extreme Heat Continues

July 30, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

With extreme temperatures predicted again this week, the City of Joplin is sharing several important reminders for citizens. Republic Services has determined that it will continue their 5:00 am trash pickup time from Monday, July […]

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City of Joplin to Close Langston Hughes/Broadway Street Bridge for Repairs Beginning on August 3

July 29, 2026 Erin Slifka 0

Drivers using Joplin’s Langston Hughes/Broadway Bridge will need to make route adjustments next week when the City of Joplin closes the structure for repairs. The bridge, constructed over Landreth Park and Murphy Boulevard, is located on Langston Hughes Boulevard/Broadway Street between Landreth […]

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  • Watered Gardens Ministries to Host 2026 Empty Bowls Event on November 12
  • La Boussole Medical Spa & Wellness Center to Host 5th Annual Christmas on the Ridge on November 14
  • The Independent Living Center Announces Happy Walls Art Exhibit at Spiva Center for the Arts on November 19
  • City of Joplin to Close Main Street for Veterans Day Parade on November 7
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  • China Blocks $5.4 Billion SoftBank Robot Deal, Flexing Control Over AI Tech
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