KZRG Morning News Watch

Melissa Little is the Tourism Director and Information Officer for the City of Carthage. She joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a major bridge closure in the City of Carthage, and an upcoming Spuds Luncheon to support the Soroptimist of Carthage group! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin City Council Candidate Brian Cowles joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss his run for Joplin City Council, his background, and what he hopes to achieve if elected to office. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a local veteran town hall, debanking efforts, and provide a Jeff City update. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the vote to annex and rezone land that could become a data center. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss drone security, aliens, and Iran. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Josh DeTar is seeking re-election for Joplin City Council. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss his history, why he is seeking re-election, and what he hopes to achieve if elected. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Lt. Governor David Wasinger joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss video lottery machines, bringing more transparancy to the state senate, and an essay contest. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Highway Patrol's Corporal Carpenter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the patrol, staffing, and recruiting. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

MSSU is hosting their Dress to Impress event to help local college students be properly prepared to enter the work force. They are also hosting their Spring Career Fair to connect local businesses with young talent. Alex Gandy joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the City Council's 2nd and 3rd reading on a vote to annex and rezone land that could become a data center. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the Epstein files, his IRS / Small Business Administration Assistance Week, and the efforts to downsize federal land holdings. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

What does it take for a data center to be built in Joplin? Why was a property in Joplin rezoned to potentially allow one to be built? And is a Chinese Bitcoin mining data center moving into town? Join Ted Bojorquez with PART 2 of his investigation into these matters!

How did the Joplin City Council decide to annex and rezone land that could become a data center? Who are the players involved? And what DOES and DOESN'T the city have control over? Join Ted on his deep dive into answering these questions and more!

Kansas US Congressman Derek Schmidt joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Pam Bondi's testimony regarding the Epstein saga, a trade deal with India, and funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss data centers, efforts to curb child grooming, and the Hope Act! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss data centers, and the state income tax. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Fire Department's Dustin Lunow joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Friday's fires, and 2025's calls for service. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the MOmentum Bike Park, and who should and shouldn't be allowed to speak at Joplin City Council Meetings. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the Clintons being set to testify about their relationship with Epstein, the government funding bill, and the midterms. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

February is national Library Lovers month. Lori with the Joplin Public Library joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss what the library has to offer, how it is modernized, and some of the programs they offer. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss city spending, 7th street road work, and an upcoming meeting at MSSU. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Kansas US Congressman Derek Schmidt joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the impact the world cup could have on the local economy, ICE, and a potential government shut down. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss ICE, and a potential government shutdown. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss anti-grooming efforts, and provide an update on what's going on in Jeff City. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the Data Center land annexation vote, and Joplin road conditions. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!