KZRG Morning News Watch

Jason Roe is a political strategist that worked on Mitt Romney's 2007 campaign, Marco Rubio's 2016 campaign, and Missouri Gubernatorial Candidate Jay Ashcroft's campaign. Jason joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss what he thinks will dominate the political conversation this midterm season!

How can you help keep the Joplin Police and Fire departments well funded and competitive? Joplin City Manager Edwards, Joplin Police Chief Pearson, and Joplin Fire Chief Ezell joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss dyslexia resources in Missouri schools and efforts to make child grooming online illegal. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

What does Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway, and Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick have in common? You can personally speak with them at the upcoming Joplin Lincoln Day event! Nick Myers and Kimberly Kuhns joined NewsTalk KZRG to talk all about it!

Scott Patterson is Joplin's Recycling Coordinator. Scott joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss ways local residents can help recycle! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss 7th street getting a face lift, the third round of the JHAP program, and the city selling off parcels of land. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Kansas US Congressman Derek Schmidt sits on the armed services committee and he joined KZRG to discuss whether or not he thinks what is going on in Iran is a war. He also talked with the crew about tax cuts for families. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Retired Lt. Colonel Robert Maginnis is a West Point grad, served for more than 20 years, and worked in the Pentagon. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to share his thoughts on what's happening in Iran. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

What does Epstein's accountant know? Missouri US Congressman Burlison got to sit down with Epstein's accountant for a closed door deposition. Congressman Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to share his findings. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Nick Myers is the Chair of the Newton County Republican Central Committee. Kimberly Kuhns is the Chair of the Jasper County Republican Central Committee. The duo joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss an upcoming opportunity for YOU to meet local and statewide leaders! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Can Missouri get rid of Daylight Saving time? Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss this along with election security, protecting children online, and veterans. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a canceled city council meeting, storm preparedness, and the mechanics behind new members on city council. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

This week is severe weather preparedness week and Friday's theme is flood safety. Steve Runnels is with the National Weather Service and he joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss flood safety preparedness. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Bill Clinton being questioned about his relationship with Epstein, the fraud in Minnesota, and the conflict in Iran. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Carthage City Council Candidate Derek Peterson joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss his run for Carthage City Council, what he hopes to do if elected, and why he feels Carthage voters should vote for him. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

This week is severe weather preparedness week. Gregg Sweeten is the Emergency Management Director for McDonald County. Gregg joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss wind and hail safety!

Natasha Klue-Michael is running for Joplin City Council. Natasha joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss why she is running for Joplin City Council, what she hopes to do if elected, and why she is the one for the job. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Patrick Tuttle is the Director of the Joplin Convention and Visitor's Bureau. Patrick joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the 100 year birthday of Route 66, events planned for the celebration, and the economic impact this will have on the area. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

How can YOU get your small business off the ground? Erin Slifka with the Joplin Chamber of Commerce along with Dr. Dominic Buccieri with MSSU joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Pitch Palooza event!

Charla Geller is the Newton County Emergency Management Director. She joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss lighting preparedness and safety in honor of Severe Weather Preparedness Week! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin City Council Candidate Mary Price joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss her background, why she is running for council, and what she hopes to achieve if elected to city council. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas, on NewsTalk KZRG!

Jamie Hammond is running for Joplin City Council. She joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss her background, why she is running, and what she hopes to do if elected. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Fire Department's Dustin Lunow joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss severe weather preparedness. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a shooting that took place in the city over the weekend, DWI enforcement, and the possibility of an indoor Joplin Sports Facility!

Hillary Clinton sat for a closed door deposition about her ties to Jeffery Epstein. Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison was one of the members who got to grill her on the matter. Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss that deposition. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!