KZRG Morning News Watch

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!

January 23rd is national Maternal Health Awareness day. NewsTalk KZRG was joined by Dr. Adcock with Kansas City University to discuss the importance of maternal health, recent technological advancements, and available resources. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri Lt. Gov. Wasinger joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss data centers, and transparency in the Missouri State Senate. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Madison works with Missouri State Senator Jill Carter's Vulnerable Youth Advisory Board. Maddison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss efforts to create anti-grooming laws in Missouri to protect children. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss an insulin lawsuit, holding the Clintons in contempt of Congress, and income taxes. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Neosho Police Chief Russell and Jessica Johnson joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a revival of the Home Reassurance Program. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jimmer Pinjuv is the owner of the land that could become a data center in Joplin. Jimmer joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the project. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the potential of a data center being built in Joplin, an electric feasibility study, and a closed session meeting. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Lisa Olliges with MSSU joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the St. Louis Cardinals Caravan happening THIS WEEKEND at MSSU!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss data centers in rural communities, reconciliation, and table rock lake. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

St. Louis Cardinals' Ricky Horton joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming Cardinals season and this Saturday's Cardinals Caravan coming to MSSU! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the Missouri State Budget. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss a dispute the city has with an organization called "Hopefull Bites", and the city looking into a possible Electric Feasibility study. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

JPD Officer Lacey Baxter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming session of the Citizen's Police Academy. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Will the US pay every Greenlander $100,000? Missouri US Congressman Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss this possibility along with healthcare, and the ATF. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Alex Gandy with MSSU joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss their upcoming Dress to Impress event! The goal of the event is to help local college students get an affordable, functional wardrobe for their first job interview or employment opportunity. Join Ted and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Fire Department's Dustin Lunow joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss preliminary 2025 calls of service results, and the Fire Department's 2026 goals! Join Ted and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss more than half a million dollars going to planning upgrades to storm water drainage, ARPA dollars being reallocated, and the Chamber of Commerce. Join Ted, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

President Trump made an address to the nation on Wednesday night. NewsTalk KZRG carried it live!

Neosho Police Chief Russell, Officer Estrada, and Jessica Johnson joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the PD, recruitment efforts, and opportunities. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss healthcare, oil tankers, and the PERMIT Act. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Joplin Mayor Keenan Cortez joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss local business and road work. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Sarah Burch is with Fostering Home. She joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss Christmas of Hope and how you can help local area foster kids this Christmas season! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Jeremy Morris is with the Joplin Expo Center. He joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the center, and upcoming events. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri US Congressman Eric Burlison joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the house oversight committee releasing new Epstein photos, fraud in the Affordable Care Act, and nuclear energy! Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Betsy Mense is Joplin Chamber of Commerce's new President and CEO. She joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss her background, the chamber, and upcoming events. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

James Dakota Jones is with White Cross Food Pantry based in Joplin. James joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss food insecurity, and a state wide grant his organization received. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!

Missouri State Senator Jill Carter joined NewsTalk KZRG to discuss the upcoming legislative session. Join Ted, Steve, and Lucas for the KZRG Morning Newswatch!