Eric Rickey is a first time author from Joplin who wrote a historical fiction about bootleggers in 1920's Joplin. Eric Rickey joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss his new book and what it means to be a local author. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Representative Ben Baker joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss the Missouri legislative session, and Netflix's documentary about the 2011 Joplin tornado. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Lauri Lyerla is the CEO of the Neosho Area Chamber of Commerce. She joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss Prop A in Neosho which, if voted in, would add a "use tax" to online shopping. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss Joplin's 152nd birthday, and MSSU. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Kansas US Congressman Derek Schmidt joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss his recent trip to the southern border and Trump's policies. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss federal spending and tariffs. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Local artist Steve Maddox joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss his latest art work: a hand carved limestone sign for Charlie 22 outdoors. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Nick Myers and Kimberly Kuhns joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Newton-Jasper Counties Lincoln Day event. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss a strange odor that appears in the Webb City, Joplin, Carterville areas. Senator Carter also discussed consumer issues with Liberty Utilities. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Oklahoma US Congressman Josh Brecheen joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss America's spending, DOGE, and migrants. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!