KZRG Morning News Watch

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the proposed 2026 city budget, supporting local restaurants, and upcoming local parades. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joins NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the possible government shutdown, and the future of AI. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Tonya joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming, FREE, family friendly event: Jasper Days! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jessica Johnson joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Neosho Fall Fest coming to the Neosho square on Saturday, October 4th! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a property tax reform town hall, a local workforce summit, and protecting children at risk. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Erin Slifka with the Joplin Chamber of Commerce joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Zimmer Marketing Leads Group and other local, upcoming events. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a public meeting regarding the proposed city budget for 2026, and what the city is doing to prepare for severe weather! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Kansas US Congressman Derek Schmidt joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss UAP national security, keeping the US Government funded, and a battle over Kansas SNAP data. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss UAPs, the possibility of federal troops in Missouri cities, and local manufacturing. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Lt. Governor David Wasinger joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the possibility of Trump sending federal troops to St. Louis to help clean up the streets, initiative petition reform, and a statewide protect our seniors tour. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Barry Linduff and Scott Meeker joined the KZRG Morning Newswatch to discuss the upcoming Smackdown Showdown, a trivia competition at the Joplin Public Library to help raise money for the local public library! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Lee Eastburn is with the American Red Cross. Eastburn joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss preparedness of all kinds including severe weather, fire, and snow-ins. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss an Ewert Park Splash Pad, roadwork on 7th street (Route 66) and the Chamber of Commerce. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Mo State Senator Mary Elizabeth Coleman joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and Missouri redistricting. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Debbie Fitzgerald is the Director of Crisis Services at the Ozark Center. She joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss suicide awareness month and the 988 crisis line. Joined Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Fire Department's Dustin Lunow joined NewsTalk KZRG to talk about what it really means to never forget the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the state closing schools for the severely disabled, and the Missouri legislature's extraordinary session. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

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

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the future of the Pennsylvania avenue viaduct, upcoming budget work sessions, and economic development in the city. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jason Dittmer is Zimmer Marketing's senior web developer. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to explain how we might be able to use blockchain technology to run elections in this country and around the world. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Representative Ann Kelley joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss an effort to bolster the trades in Missouri. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Representative Cathy Jo Loy joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Missouri's redistricting and initiative petition reform efforts. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

The federal government recently asked for access to local voting machines as they investigate the 2020 election. Jasper County Clerk Charlie Davis joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the issue. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss taxes, potential bridge work, and the Joplin Regional Airport. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss mail in voting. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

JPD Officer Aaron Gooch joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss drugs in our community, and signs parents and grandparents should look out for to keep their kids safe from drugs. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jasper County Sheriff Randee Kaiser joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Citizens Sheriff Academy. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss property taxes, and Missouri's new Attorney General. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Highschool Principle Randy Oliver joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a new Missouri law banning students from having cellphones in Missouri schools. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a closed session meeting, the new B&B Theater, and a small delegation from China visiting MSSU. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a proposed balanced budget amendment to the US Constitution, and UAPs. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Lt. Governor Wasinger joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a change of leadership in Jefferson City, and the possibility of Missouri redrawing their congressional map in a special session. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jessica Johnson joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Neosho's upcoming Fall Festival. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Robert Herbst and Michael Atkinson are with the Joplin Trails Coalition. They joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the organization, and their upcoming annual Maple Leaf Bike Tour. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Shaun Conroy is the exhibits director with the Spiva Center for the Arts. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss an upcoming NATIONAL art competition and the arrival of internationally acclaimed artist Jeff Legg. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a public hearing about the proposed budget for 2026, financial interest disclosure, and Joplin's MAPS service. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Kansas US Congressman Derek Schmidt joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss small business development, a veteran home loan program, and immigration. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

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

Joplin City Manager Nick Edwards joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the proposed Joplin City Budget for the next fiscal year. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a battle between Newton County and the state of Missouri along with future political races. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Joplin's proposed budget for the next fiscal year and an audit that the state of Missouri conducted on Joplin. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Josh Novak is with the Neosho Arts Council. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Thomas Hart Benton Art Competition and Exhibition. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Eric Arganbright is Joplin's new Director of Homelessness Response. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss his role, his background, and the homelessness in Joplin. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

The Joplin branch of the Kiwanis Club is hosting a self defense class for girls and women on August 23rd. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Newton County Sheriff Matt Stewart joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a use tax that Newton County residents will be voting on during the August 5th election. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the aquatic centers closing early, a nutritional assistance program, and the city audit. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG morning Newswatch!

Eli with Liberty Tree Guns joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming 4 States Regional Gun Swap happening on Saturday, August 2nd. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss redistricting the show-me state, banning members of congress from trading stock, and protesters. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Nick Myers joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming free watermelon feed in Neosho hosted by the Republican Women of Newton County and the Newton County Republican Central Committee. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Rep Dirk Deaton joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss state and county taxes along with a conversation about redistricting. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jasper County Health Department is hosting a teen impact driving course. Gretchen Goddard joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the program and its goal. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!