KNEO Community Connection

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Nick Myers, a local CPA and also the chairman of the Newton County Republican Central Committee. He shares with us about this Friday night's Republican Bean Feed at the Neosho Mi...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, guest host Mark Taylor joins the podcast with a conversation with Ken Mikle, a special Bible Prophecy speaker that KNEO is bringing to Joplin on October 26, 2023. He'll be speaking at Fello...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Karen Sprenkle, director of Neosho's Restoration Life Center, about the repairs to and grand re-opening of the Restoration Life Thrift Store. Learn about what you can get there,...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Kate Kelley with The Alliance of Southwest Missouri about their Just the Facts campaign. Get lots of good information and direction on where to find more when it comes to vaping,...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Doug Anderson of Signature Sound, and he previews the upcoming concert that will be October 24 at the Freeman Performing Arts Center in Neosho. Find ticket information right here...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Matt Stout, one of the speakers at this weekend's Stand Up Men's Conference in Neosho. It will be held at 100 N. College Street, which is the Canopy Church next to Big Spring Par...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to David Kennedy, city manager of the City of Neosho, about this Saturday's Fall Festival. This program is brought to you by KNEO 91.7 FM in Neosho, MO. Do you have an opinion, stor...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, Mark Taylor steps in to interview Pastors Kelly Sampson and Zach Bourgault, who have recently constructed a new building right across the road from KNEO's own station. Hear all about their...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, Lauri Lyerla of the Neosho Area Chamber of Commerce stopped by our studios to talk about everything going on in Neosho for the rest of the calendar year. Find out about it all as guest host...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to 32nd District Senator Jill Carter about IP Reform, which will safeguard Missouri's Constitution. Currently, Missouri's Constitution can be changed with a simple majority, which p...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Cindy Smith with CareNet of Neosho about this year's annual banquet, which is coming up very soon. The good news: they still have room for you- and it's free to attend! This prog...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Nathan Vainio, who hosts a Bible Study podcast called Something to Gnaw On. A Joplin resident, Nate infuses personal and historical anecdotes with spiritual truths. Check out his...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Amanda Flint, Superintendent of Neosho Christian School, about their upcoming Autumnfest of the Ozarks on September 30. Learn more at Autumnfest.us This program is brought to you...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Pastor Jeremie Bridges of The Canopy Church in Neosho about this Sunday's Day of Service, a chance for local Christians from any church to serve the Neosho/Newton County communit...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Donna Hood, an event organizer with the Relay for Life in Newton County, which is going to be held Saturday, September 9 from 6 to 10 pm. This program is brought to you by KNEO 9...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Diane Eilenstein, a park ranger with George Washington Carver National Monument, about all the great things to do at Prairie Day 2023. It will be Saturday, September 9 from 10am...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Kent Farnsworth and Priss Reed with our local Habitat for Humanity. They talk about the work that the organization has been doing in the Neosho area, and they also tell us all ab...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Senator Jill Carter of Missouri's 32nd District about the Gas Tax Refund, an chance for Missourians to get a little cash back on their gas purchases for the next year. Carter tel...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Richard Leavens, Director of Development Services for the City of Neosho, about an new internet provider that is right now preparing to launch in the city next year. Learn on thi...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we tell you all about the Reckless Love Women's Conference that is coming to Neosho on August 26. We talk to Cheyenne Wright, one of this event's organizers and a city clerk for Neosho. Thi...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Pastor Denny Sikes of Seneca Assembly of God, who is also on the Seneca City Council, and he tells us about the Day of Service coming up on August 19. This interview aired on the...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, guest host John Ball talks to McDonald County Schools' new superintendent Dr. Eric Findley. This program is brought to you by KNEO 91.7 FM in Neosho, MO. Do you have an opinion, story or ev...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to Samantha Beeson, a social worker with Neosho Schools, about a school supply giveaway coming up on August 4, 2023. This program is brought to you by KNEO 91.7 FM in Neosho, MO. Do...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to: ·         Ryan West, the police chief of the new Neosho School District police department ·         Tiffany Jordon, an organizer of the Children's Business Fair in Goodman on Ju...

Welcome to the KNEO Community Connection, where each week we talk to local leaders about compelling issues, events and organizations in the Four-State area (Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas and Oklahoma).  This week, we talk to: ·         Zeke Spieker, a legislative assistant for State Senator Jill Carter who graduated from high school last year, about what kind of work he does in Jefferson City and thr...