Missouri State Representative Ben Baker joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss his efforts to remove barriers to buy suppressors for firearms, Missouri's efforts to crack down on illegal migrants in the show-me state, and flags being flown at full staff in Missouri. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Valeri Bates is a local film maker who wrote, directed, and starred in her new film "Finding Joy", a film that shines a light on mental health. She joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss her movie, local art, and mental health. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Lisa is with MSSU and she joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Cardinals Caravan coming to Missouri Southern State University's Taylor Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 18th at 11:30 am! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Officer Lacey Baxter with the Joplin Police Department joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss the JPD's upcoming Citizen Police Academy. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Fire Department's Dustin Lunow joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss road accidents as a result of the snow storm, carbon monoxide poisoning, and goals the fire department has for 2025! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Pro Tem Josh DeTar joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss the Joplin city council's council in the park, the Joplin regional airport's new director, and the work the city did keeping roads clear following last week's snowfall. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss his bill to abolish the ATF, his trip to Mar-a-Lago, and the Trump agenda. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Representative Ben Baker joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss the new Missouri legislative session, bills that he has filed for the session, and goals for the legislature. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Erin Slifka is with the Joplin Chamber of Commerce. She joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Joplin Business Expo, and the upcoming Young Professionals Summit. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss Joplin's newly arriving event space, Joplin's 2025 goals, and this week's city council meeting. Join Ted, Steve and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!