City of Joplin

Joplin and Springfield have made a top ten list identifying the best cities for truckers in the US. In a study of 384 cities by AdvisorSmith, Springfield…

For the second installment of our new monthly “Arts News” feature spotlighting arts events in Joplin, I was again joined on the phone by Emily Frankoski,…

Today, the City of Joplin is a thriving hub for health care and transportation. But there was a time when it was no more than a collection of tentshuddled…

A manufacturer’s expansion will bring 60 new jobs to Joplin with the possibility of more in the future.HS Baking formally announced Tuesday it will locate…

The city of Joplin has created an interactive website for citizens to view various rebuilding projects in areas affected by the 2011 tornado.“We figured…

Missouri’s state auditor says she’s pleased with progress so far in Joplin after the city received a poor audit rating last August.Nicole Galloway…

Five years ago, a massive tornado ripped through Joplin, Mo., killing 161 people. This week, Joplin will host leaders from other tornado-stricken cities to discuss the lessons they've learned.

The facts of the story are all too familiar by now—especially to those who lived through it. On Sunday May 22nd, 2011, the most devastating level of…

The city of Joplin has promoted Matthew Stewart to chief of police, effective March 2. City Manager Sam Anselm announced the appointment Wednesday.Stewart…

The city of Joplin is teaming with a non-profit organization to assist local homeowners and businesses in preparing for disasters.Lynn Onstot, the city’s…