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A big wind Thursday afternoon during a thunderstorm knocked 10 poles and power lines down along Newman Road near Missouri Southern State University. A spokesperson for Liberty Utilities-Empire District tells NewsTalk KZRG about 2,000 customers lost power during and after the storm. Two people were trapped in their cars when the poles came down but … The post Wind, storm downs poles on Newman Road appeared first on Newstalk KZRG.

Diamond, MO – Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Carver Day events will not be held in person this year. Carver Day 2020 will be celebrated virtually on park social media platforms. This year the Carver monument is commemorating the 77th anniversary … The post Carver Day 2020 goes virtual appeared first on Newstalk KZRG.

As temperatures heat up, the American Red Cross reminds every one of the steps they should take to stay safe when the temperatures rise. “High temperatures, humidity and hot, indoor environments can quickly cause heat-related emergencies,” said Stacy Burks, executive director of the American Red Cross of Southern Missouri. “Excessive heat can lead to sunburn, … The post Six tips to stay safe when temperatures soar appeared first on Newstalk KZRG.

Four more residents of a long-term care facility in Joplin have died with COVID-19 being a “significant contributor”. Read a portion of the press release below: The Joplin Health Department is sad to report the deaths of four Joplin residents. Coronavirus was a significant condition contributing to these deaths. The four individuals were female, ages … The post Four more COVID-19 deaths reported at Joplin long-term care facility appeared first on Newstalk KZRG.

Face masks will NOT be mandated in Carthage. The city council Wednesday voted 6-4 against the ordinance. The council also voted down on moving Carthage back to Phase One of Missouri’s reopening plan. Meanwhile, the city of Joplin is now reporting 165 cases of COVID-19 with two deaths. 62 of those cases are active and … The post No masks in Carthage appeared first on Newstalk KZRG.

Just before 9pm last (Wednesday) night Deputies of the Jasper County Sheriff’s office responded to a call about a man that had been shot. The unidentified man has been transported to a local hospital. We have been in contact with the Sheriff’s office and all parties involved have been accounted for and there is not … The post A shooting in CJ appeared first on Newstalk KZRG.