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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Canning, as a method of preserving food by placing foods in jars or cans and heating them to a temperature that destroys microorganisms that could be a health hazard or cause the food to spoil, has been around for more than two centuries. Today’s methods often have been passed down and evolved through generations, but Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says all have one thing in common: Preparation.
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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
The World Street Painting Festival wrapped up at 2 p.m. in Joplin Saturday. Patrick Tuttle of the Joplin Convention and Visitors Bureau says the event features 10 international artists who have created stunning 3-D art. The festival celebrates Joplin’s contribution to the Route 66 centennial. Next year, even more artists will take part. The murals, painted on the interior streets on the south side of Schifferdecker will be available for public viewing at least until the fall of 2027.
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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
During the Click It or Ticket campaign, the Labette County Sheriff’s Office focused primarily on unrestrained drivers, while also enforcing all Kansas traffic laws. During the campaign, deputies conducted 131 vehicle stops, resulting in 34 seat belt citations, 2 child restraint citations, 14 speeding citations, and 20 other citations including 3 DUI arrests.
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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The Missouri Department of Natural Resources is accepting Source Water Protection Project Grant applications from eligible public drinking water systems through Aug. 15, 2025. The grant offers up to $25,000 to eligible community water systems that produce all or a portion of their drinking water from a raw water source, such as groundwater, lakes or rivers.
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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
The Missouri State Highway Patrol would like to remind the public that driver examination stations throughout the state will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, for the observance of Juneteenth. Normal operations will resume on Friday, June 20, 2025. For more news, follow the Missouri State Highway Patrol on X @MSHPTrooperGHQ
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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Rural Crimes Investigative Unit (RCIU) and the Livestock and Farm Protection Task Force are aware of the false statement made last week regarding New World Screwworm in Missouri. The two groups, along with Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey, are currently investigating this matter, and the case is considered an open and active investigation. No further details are available at this time.
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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
MIAMI, Okla. – Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College (NEO) is proud to announce the establishment of two endowed scholarships made possible through the generosity of the Kilgore family. These lasting legacies will honor the lives and contributions of Jimmie and Betty Kilgore, proud NEO alumni whose story began on campus and whose impact will now benefit future generations.
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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
On the evening of June 5, 2025, a high-speed pursuit through Parsons and surrounding county roads ended with the safe apprehension of a suspect after his vehicle became disabled in a flooded roadway. The incident highlights the ongoing vigilance of the Parsons Police Department and its commitment to keeping dangerous drivers off local roads.
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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
In 2025, the Joplin Police Department has seen an increase in motor vehicle thefts. Kia and Hyundai vehicles manufactured between 2011 and 2022 were the most commonly stolen vehicles. Most of the thefts have occurred in vehicles equipped with “twist to start” ignitions, not push to start. Suspects have targeted these vehicles by hacking the ignitions of models manufactured between the mentioned date ranges. In most of the thefts, forced entry was not a factor.
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3 weeks ago | 
newstalkkzrg.com | Steve Smith
JOPLIN, MO—George A. Spiva Center for the Arts is hosting the 17th annual Art on Tap, a celebration of brews, bites, music, and art. ART ON TAP | Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 6:00pm-9:00pmMembers – Free | Non-members – Sign up for a membership online or at the 1st floor Welcome Desk. View membership levels here: https://spivaarts.org/membership-levels/Due to weather concerns, this event has been moved inside to the lobby and second floor galleries at the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex.
