KZRG Morning News Watch

He has one of the longest titles in all of the 4 states and it is well earned! Brandon McClintock is the Jasper County Emergency Services Executive Director. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss his department, what they do, and some recent area testing that has been conducted. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin's Chief of Police, Richard Pearson, and Judd McPherson of The McPherson Law Firm joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a local Felony Expungement Event taking place on July 4th. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

The Kansas Rural Development Director joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the department and developments in rural Kansas. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

At 7am CT, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth addressed the nation LIVE from the Pentagon regarding the US' overnight bombing on critical Iranian nuclear facilities. Take a listen to what he had to say about the military operation.

Travis Hurley is with Watered Gardens and he joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the organization, the programs they offer, and their 25 year anniversary celebration. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Lt. Governor David Wasinger joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss state funding for professional sports teams, his time as acting Governor, and protecting the state's aging population. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the Missouri special session, efforts to protect against violent protests, and faith in government. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Ryan Lowry-Lee is with FEMA. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss disaster relief efforts in Southwest Missouri. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the city's public works department update, a special tax district, and the city budget. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Missouri activating the national guard, the LA riots, the Biden auto-pen controversy, and his trip to Joplin. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Kansas US Congressman Derek Schmidt joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the future of America's military, and the US budget. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Charlotte Foust is the Resource Director for the Joplin Area Agency on Aging. Charlotte joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, signs of elder abuse to look out for, and what to do if you think there you know an elder abuse victim. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the sirens that went off in Joplin during weekend storms, bow hunting of deer within Joplin city limits, and a JPD Co-Responder Unit Update. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Carthage Mayor Bren Flanigan joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss economic development, beautification of the city, and the city council. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jasper County Assessor Lisa Perry joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss property taxes going up. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jason Dittmer is a marketing team leader at Zimmer Marketing and he joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss some of the good and bad in today's AI. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to explain why some local counties are seeing their property tax go up, and the special session of the Missouri legislature. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Patrick Tuttle with the Joplin Convention and Visitors bureau along with Mike of The World Street Painting's Foundation joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the World Street Painting Festival! This year will be Route 66 themed and features several international artists. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Dustin Lunow is with the Joplin Fire Department. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss summer safety. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss this week's city council meeting and the aquatic centers that opened up. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the US budget, and his local tourism tour. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Governor Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the US budget, and Missouri's tourism tour. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Cameo with Wildcat glades nature group. Cameo joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the organization and their cool upcoming Crawdads at the Creek fundraiser! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Kate Kelly with Vision Carthage joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Vision Carthage and their upcoming soiree. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Mo State Rep. Rep Dirk Deaton joined Newstalk KZRG to discuss a special session the Governor might call, the size of the Missouri state budget, and the marijuana tax. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!