Rain keeps coming down and we’re approaching the 2″ mark along and south of I-44. Mostly cloudy and very mild temps to start the beginning of June as we’ll only make it into the mid 60s. Rain lightens up by the time get to Tuesday night.
Monthly Archives: June 2021
Soggy and Stormy in the South Plains; Summer Heat in the West
Strong to severe thunderstorms with damaging winds, large hail, and heavy rain will persist in the South Plains. Additional rain on saturated soils may produce flash flooding, especially, across north-central Texas. A heat wave in the West will reach dangerous levels into the triple digits for some locations. Elevated fire weather threats are in place for portions of interior California.
Flood Watches to begin June
* Periods Of Heavy Rain Will Remain Over The Area Today As A Weather System Approaches From The Southern Plains. Up To Two Inches Of Rain Will Be Possible During The Watch Period With Locally Higher Amounts.
* Recent Heavy Rain Has Left Soils Wetter Than Normal, And Heavier Rains Will Quickly Lead To Excessive Runoff. Low Water Crossings, Creeks And Streams Will Be Susceptible To Flooding.
Cooler temperatures during Memorial Day weekend on Grand Lake
You would think this holiday weekend would be packed on “Grand Lake.”
Not necessarily the case earlier today because of the cooler temperatures, and while there weren’t a whole lot of people on or in the water, officials in Grove are ready for plenty of lake action this summer.
Tourism dollars, of course, are always a good thing. And, believe it or not, many business owners didn’t see a drop in business this time a year ago.
Sam Williams is the owner of the “Grand Lake Sports Center” which has been in operation for the past 75 years.
“Pandemic. That was the best thing to happen to Grand Lake. Everybody went out fishing. And everybody came here to quarantine, so they got out of the big cities, they came to Grand Lake. How could you not want to be here with that big lake in your backyard? If you’re going to quarantine, be in your boat. And that’s what everybody did, so it was busy last year.” Says Williams.
Williams also told us the week after “Memorial Day” is traditionally busy because many visitors take the entire week off to be on the lake.
"Old Timers Day" event in McDonald County
MCDONALD COUNTY – “Old Timers Day” is making its return this weekend to McDonald County.
This Saturday from 7:00a.m. to 3:00p.m., people can make their way down to Southwest City for a full day of activities.
The event is free to attend and will include crafts and vendors, a parade, cash prizes, live music, and more.
There will also be a rodeo taking place Thursday and Friday at 8:00p.m. general admission is $10.00 per person, and $5.00 for kids 12 and under.
Integris Cancer institute in Oklahoma is celebrating with cancer survivors
OKLAHOMA – An Oklahoma hospital is honoring cancer survivors.
Starting today, the “Integris Cancer Institute” is celebrating with survivors around the world virtually.
Leading up to National Cancer Survivors Day, which is Sunday, they will be posting inspirational videos on their Facebook page.
Integris says there are nearly 17,000,000 cancer survivors living in the United States.
the hospital canceled its in-person celebrations because of the pandemic, but plan on holing an event in 2022.
To follow their celebration click here.
American Eagle Flight Service ends
JOPLIN, MO – This last day of May also marks the end of one company’s run at the “Joplin Regional Airport.”
Today is the last official day for flights though “American Eagle.”
The company has been a fixture at the airport since 2010.
Tomorrow, things shift to “United Express Flights” operated by “SkyWest Airlines.” It will offer daily direct flights to Chicago and Denver.
This new service runs through May 31st of 2024.
Three Veterans finally laid to rest with an interment ceremony
WEBB CITY, MO – Three Jasper County Veterans were finally laid to rest this morning.
“Joplin’s American Legion Post 13” held an interment ceremony at “Mount Hope Cemetery” in Webb City.
Those veterans were Jimmy Bryant, Thomas Brunson, and Jimmy Smart.
All three passed away anywhere from 5 to 16 years ago.
Unfortunately, their cremains had been unclaimed since their deaths.
“What is important to us is a post that gives last respect to our fallen brothers and make sure that they’re interned correctly.” Says Patrick Tuttle, Vice Commander of American Legion 13.
“Now when they’re buried for having done their service and that’s a recognition that they’ll have for eternity.” Says Sen. Bill White, (R) 32nd District.
Legion officials held a similar ceremony for three veterans back in 2019.
The hope is to make this an annual “Memorial Day” event.
People in Newton County come together to honor fallen soldiers
NEOSHO, MO – Folks in and around Newton County came together today to honor fallen soldiers.
A ceremony this morning was held at the “Patriot Memorial” in Neosho.
In years past, it’s taken place at the “International Order of Oddfellows Cemetery,” but “Neosho Exchange Club” officials decided a chance of venue was needed to give folks easier access and better parking.
Newton County Commissioner David Osborn was one of todays speakers. He’s also a member of the “Army National Guard.”
“To be able to speak today and to remember all of those soldiers, all of those military service people that have passed away in the line of duty, it’s just an immense honor. Because if we ever forget that, we can’t ever forget it, we will never forget it, and if we ever do forget it then we’re bound to continue to repeat.” Says Osborn.
The “Patriots Memorial” in Neosho was dedicated in June of 2019.
New things coming for the "Crawford County Mental Health Center"
CRAWFORD COUNTY, KS – New projects are in the works for the “Crawford County Mental Health Center.”
Officials are working on the development of their transitional housing.
They plan on expanding their facility at 30th and Michigan in Pittsburg, to include “sober living beds” for men who have gone through treatment.
Right now, the center offers day treatment for women who are going through the recovery process.
“What we don’t offer is once men complete treatment, how do they stay sober, what kind of living arrangement can they be in that can be supportive when they basically don’t have any other place to go and to maintain their sobriety and have access to treatment.” Says Michael Ehling, Executive Administrator.
The center also plans on moving its “Addiction treatment Center” from Girard to Pittsburg.