The Pulitzer Prize nominee is best known for his books about Route 66 and inspiring the Pixar movie, Cars.

Teens and preteens will have the chance to speak with individuals and organizations about job opportunities in the arts. The event is open to kids ages 11 through 18.

The building will be Joplin’s second Crowder College campus once it is finished.

The Joplin event was a part of a nationwide protest against the military parade in Washington D.C.

Thursday’s town hall in Joplin was the fourth in a series this month in the area.

The 1,188 square mile mine covered parts of Oklahoma, Missouri, and Kansas. Many towns in the area started because of the presence of mines.

The fiber internet company, ALLO, is in the construction process for expanding Greater Joplin’s Wi-Fi access.

Thursday May 22 was the 14th Anniversary of the E-5 tornado that devastated Joplin, Missouri and claimed the lives of 158 people. Michael Weaver was a resident in Joplin at the time and a prospective medical student. KRPS's Rachel Schnelle spoke with him about how the tornado impacted his personal and professional life.

Once built, the neighborhood will be available for veterans and senior citizens.

Ben Baker served District 160 for eight years. His seat will be filled through a special election.