View more than 30 images from the hatchery's visitors center groundbreaking on July 1.

 U.S. Congressman Roy Blunt grabbed the gold-painted shovel with two hands, plunged it into the soft dirt next to one of the fish ponds, and then smiled for the cameras.

Chris Byers, one of the organizers of the Comprehensive Plan Review meeting held earlier this week, said the review was being held for the group to begin thinking about what needs to be done in the future for Neosho, and begin the process of revising the plan.

Rising transportation costs don’t just come from gasoline: in Newton County, they come from road materials as well.

Organizers are gearing up for the 66th annual Carver Day Celebration, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 11, at George Washington Carver National Monument.

A Neosho man has announced his bid for the 130th district state rep seat being vacated by Kevin Wilson, R-Neosho.

The Missouri Partnership group is planning the third in its series of half-day workshops to provide Missouri manufacturers with an orientation to supply chain opportunities in the fast-growing wind energy industry, according to Christopher Chung, chief executive officer of the Partnership.

A Neosho man has announced a bid for state representative Wednesday, in a news release.

A large crowd gathered Wednesday morning to take part in a groundbreaking ceremony and festivities for the soon-to-be constructed $3.75 million visitor's center at the Neosho National Fish Hatchery.

Dr. Richard Page, superintendent of the Neosho R-5 School District, gave a update on the progress made in recent years in the district at a gathering of elected officials, business leaders and a few members of the general public Monday at a review meeting of the Comprehensive Plan put together for Neosho in 2006.

A local businesswoman will soon host a planning meeting for a community garden project.

Area residents with storm damage from the May 8-16 storms can register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for assistance.

Neosho R-5 School District officials are considering adding some classroom space to Goodman Elementary School, thanks to available federal stimulus money for special education projects.

A gathering of elected officials, business leaders and a few members of the general public started the process of reviewing the Comprehensive Plan put together for Neosho in 2006.

As the Fourth of July is fast approaching, the sights and sounds of fireworks are in the air — and the Neosho Fire Department staff is reminding the public to use safety precautions when celebrating.