KZRG Morning News Watch

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the possibility of redrawing Missouri's congressional map, and Missouri's future in America's energy grid. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the demolition of the old Freeman building in Joplin. He also talked to the crew about the police standoff that happened on Rangeline. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Trinda Crow joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Route 66 Heritage Fest in Miami, Oklahoma! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

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

Joplin Police Chief Richard Pearson joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a standoff that happened at a Joplin bank, and the Breonna Taylor case. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Cheryle Perkins is the Newton County Assessor. The Missouri State Tax Commission Board asked her to raise the residence tax valuation by 12% and she said NO! KZRG spoke with Assessor Perkins about this saga and what it means for Newton County. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Cheryle Perkins is the Newton County Assessor. The Missouri State Tax Commission Board asked her to raise the residence tax valuation by 12% and she said NO! KZRG spoke with Assessor Perkins about this saga and what it means for Newton County. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Michelle Teter is with the Community Blood Center of the Ozarks. She joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the Joplin Boots, Badges, and Bandages Blood Drive! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the tax oversight committee, homelessness in the city, and the 2025 Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to talk about aliens, Epstein, and I-44 expansion. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Lt. Governor David Wasinger joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the future of Missouri's nuclear energy production, paid sick leave for Missouri businesses, and the Missouri state constitution. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a trip to DC, the Missouri National Educators Association suing Missouri, and trade schools. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

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

Convoy of Hope is a local organization that went to Texas to help the victims of the 4th of July flooding. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss animal housing, and outdoor street lighting in the city. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Kansas Congressman Derek Schmidt joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss how the One Big Beautiful bill impacts Kansas farmers, and his thoughts on the Jeffery Epstein case. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Shaun Conroy is the Exhibit Director for Joplin's Spiva Center for the Arts. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss an upcoming exhibit called Unbreakable: The Veteran Spirit. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Dr. Burns is a neurologist with KU Med with a focus on Alzheimer's disease. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss what the disease is, signs of it, and treatment. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss upgrades to City Hall, and a new JASCO-911 communications tower. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the Chiefs' potential move to Kansas, the price of insulin, and Independence Day! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Dustin Lunow is with the Joplin Fire Department. Dustin joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a recent shooting and firework safety tips. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the 4th of July, firework safety, and the city's upcoming firework show! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Rodger Friedman is the Equal Opportunity Critic and author, he joined NewsTalk KZRG to give his two cents on the Trump Tariffs. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Mark Alford represents the district Whiteman Air Force Base is located in. Whiteman Air Force Base is where those B2 stealth bombers flew out of to bomb Iran's nuclear facilities. Congressman Alford joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the event and whether or not it was effective. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

How are we going to fix the national debt problem? Mitch Francis is an author who outlined his solutions to America's debt crisis. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!