Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a closed session meeting, the new B&B Theater, and a small delegation from China visiting MSSU. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a proposed balanced budget amendment to the US Constitution, and UAPs. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Lt. Governor Wasinger joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a change of leadership in Jefferson City, and the possibility of Missouri redrawing their congressional map in a special session. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jessica Johnson joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Neosho's upcoming Fall Festival. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Robert Herbst and Michael Atkinson are with the Joplin Trails Coalition. They joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the organization, and their upcoming annual Maple Leaf Bike Tour. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Shaun Conroy is the exhibits director with the Spiva Center for the Arts. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss an upcoming NATIONAL art competition and the arrival of internationally acclaimed artist Jeff Legg. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a public hearing about the proposed budget for 2026, financial interest disclosure, and Joplin's MAPS service. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Kansas US Congressman Derek Schmidt joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss small business development, a veteran home loan program, and immigration. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss DOGE and nuclear energy. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin City Manager Nick Edwards joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the proposed Joplin City Budget for the next fiscal year. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!