For much of the year, several downtown Joplin buildings have been for sale—but that list is growing shorter by the day.

Federal funds help make improvements to Joplin’s Empire Market. Using ARPA funding, a new security system and other ...

Imagine the challenge of moving to a new country and learning a new language. That’s the challenge many of those new to the ...

The Joplin office of an area ministry was a very busy place on Wednesday. “It makes your heart warm,” said Larry Efird, Salvation Army volunteer. He is one of a small ...

An area group is giving the gift of reading to anyone who wants it. The Carthage Family Literacy Council maintains seven different Little Lending Libraries across the community.

Many retail stores are busier this time of year because of Christmas shopping. While that often leads to more sales, it can ...

While there is clearly a filter on the video giving her the appearance of false eyelashes, Madonna seems to have the left ...

Christmas comes early for several local non-profits. A total of 16 organizations received more than $24,700 in grant money ...

Getting from point “A” to point “B” may not be a problem for many of us — but that’s not the case for everyone. Providing ...

An area organization needs your help with two different holiday programs for the less fortunate. The Salvation Army of Jasper ...

The hallway of a Southwest Missouri school resembles the mythical Christmas town of Whoville. Each year, teachers in one ...

Being with friends and family is one of the best things about the holiday season. But what do you do if someone very close to ...