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Update to Mercy Health Insurance Policy Regarding Anthem BC/BS
Update to Mercy Health Insurance Policy Regarding Anthem BC/BS
December 16, 2024
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All Day Event Celebrates Opening of New Outdoor Stage Covering at Cornell Complex
November 26, 2024
Striking a Balance Between Video Game Enjoyment and Addiction
Striking a Balance Between Video Game Enjoyment and Addiction
November 10, 2024
Spark App Problems Put Local Delivery Drivers at Risk
November 9, 2024
JPD Introduces Department Social Workers
JPD Introduces Department Social Workers
November 8, 2024
Updates Made to MSSU and Crowder College Transfer Program
November 7, 2024
Game On! MSSU eSports build community through gaming
Game On! MSSU eSports build community through gaming
November 6, 2024
MSSU vs. Pitt State 2023
High Stakes on the Field
September 6, 2024
MSSU Esports Club vs Carl Junction
Esports at MSSU
April 15, 2024
New Skate Ramp at MSSU
New Skate Ramp at MSSU
April 8, 2024
Lions fans cheer the team on at Fred G. Hughes stadium on September 23,2023
Students sections important to College atmosphere and experience.
December 5, 2023
Deontay Campbell makes a one handed catch over Jaylen Fuksa at Fred G Hughes stadium in Joplin, Mo on Oct. 14, 2023
Lions late surge not enough to overcome Gorillas
October 14, 2023
Find Your Community With These MSSU Clubs
August 20, 2024
Tips for College Freshman
August 19, 2024
Does ChatGPT belong on campus?
Does ChatGPT belong on campus?
May 9, 2024
Joplin Coffee Shops: Where To Go
Joplin Coffee Shops: Where To Go
February 19, 2024
Make Spirits Bright With This Holiday Gift Guide
Make Spirits Bright With This Holiday Gift Guide
December 4, 2023
Lights, Camera, Campus Fun
Lights, Camera, Campus Fun
September 29, 2023
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Mike Moss - Custodian, Mayor of Carl Junction

Local city mayor pushes University broom

Hobie Brown
April 24, 2007
The crowd gathers early for the band's two opening acts.

Cross Canadian Ragweed Rocks Crowd

Hobie Brown
April 17, 2007
Leon Royer - President of American Bank

Alumnus shares advice on life

Hobie Brown
April 17, 2007
The Mafia work on customizing a new Peterbuilt for a dealership in Louisiana.

CMT airs Joplin-based TV show Trick My Truck

Hobie Brown
April 10, 2007

Law enforcement academy fires off new weapons class

Hobie Brown
April 10, 2007

Banner software enters new phase

Hobie Brown
April 10, 2007
James Gray

Professor uses original methods, wins ‘outstanding teacher’ award

Hobie Brown
April 3, 2007
Junior defensive back Keith Wyatt in his stance before the snap at last week's spring game. Wyatt is a projected starter at cornerback this season.

… And team’s preparations for 2007

Hobie Brown
April 3, 2007

A look into what the Lions have done…

Hobie Brown
April 3, 2007
Hobie Brown - Associate Editor

Phrase ‘under God’ not conformity issue

Hobie Brown
April 3, 2007
A general preview to the Steve & Barry's store. The store is scheduled to reside in Northpark Mall this summer. Steve & Barry's carries the largest collection of collegiate-licensed apparel in the nation, with more than 350 licenses to choose from and a wide variety of products.

Steve & Barry’s awaits opening at Northpark

Hobie Brown
April 3, 2007
Early crowd for VIP pass

Early crowd for VIP pass

Hobie Brown
March 27, 2007

Second winningest Southern football coach at dies at age 54

Hobie Brown
March 27, 2007
Students circulate through the spring Job Expo, March 21. More than 600 students viewed booths from more than 59 companies.

Spring Job Expo boasts good turnout

Hobie Brown
March 27, 2007

Lantz leaves legacy at Southern and beyond

Hobie Brown
March 4, 2007
Freshman point guard Karina Kuczynski looks to pass the ball into the post against Missouri Western. The Lions will play Northwest today in Kansas City.

Southern set to go for MIAA Tourney

Hobie Brown
February 28, 2007

St. John’s Life Fair to host Simmons

Hobie Brown
February 28, 2007
Hobie Brown - Associate Editor

3 is the luckiest number for dad-to-be

Hobie Brown
February 28, 2007
Stanley Titsworth scored 21 points in the Lions loss Wednesday. Southern will play Missouri Western tomorrow to decide the final playoff team.

Lions, Griffons battle tomorrow for last post-season berth

Hobie Brown
February 21, 2007
Thanks to their win against Pittsburg State Wednesday, the Lions will be playing in the MIAA Post Season Tournament in Kansas City.

Women’s basketball earns tourney bid

Hobie Brown
February 21, 2007
Hobie Brown - Associate Editor

Me, Myself & Bob brings delight to audiences

Hobie Brown
February 21, 2007
T.J. Britton, guard, goes up for a shot against SBU in the Feb. 10 game.

Lions look to pounce on Northwest Bearcats

Hobie Brown
February 14, 2007
Southern guard India Wood passes around an Emporia State University defender. The women defeated Emporia State 72-49 and the men fell 73-72 in the Feb. 7 games.

Lions in 7th place as season winds down

Hobie Brown
February 14, 2007
Lions' forward Tynesha Pierce shoots a jumper over Emporia State defender Michelle Stueve. The Lions dropped the game 72-49, but will look to bounce back tomorrow against SBU.

Women set to play host to SBU Bearcats

Hobie Brown
February 7, 2007
LIons' guard Stanley Titsworth shoots over an Emporia State defender. Titsworth and the Lions will play host to SBU tomorrow. Tip-off is scheduled for 7

Lions lose in final few seconds to Emporia

Hobie Brown
February 7, 2007
Hobie Brown - Associate Editor

Complaints unaccepted, help with issue

Hobie Brown
January 31, 2007
Although there are no definite long-term plans for the purchased land, the lots could be used for a new baseball stadium or to enhance the football program. For now, the fence will be torn down to expand the cross-country course.

University purchases nearby residential lots

Hobie Brown
January 31, 2007
Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt visited Joplin's Ozark Center Cedar Hills Apartment complex Jan. 26 to discuss his proposals for improved health care. Among those is Missouri HealthNet, a program designed to replace Medicaid.

Blunt visits Joplin center

Hobie Brown
January 31, 2007

Basketball Lions hope Fort Hays road trip a cure for continuing ills

Hobie Brown
January 31, 2007
Lions forward Stanley Titsworth slams one home Wednesday during Southern's 68-57 win over Washburn at the Leggett & Platt Athletic Center.

Lions face road tests at Truman State

Hobie Brown
January 24, 2007

Lions face road tests at Truman State

Hobie Brown
January 24, 2007
6-year-old Wilsey.

Worthy cause behind art trip

Hobie Brown
January 24, 2007
Allan Barbre is in Austin, Texas, working with a personal trainer in preparation for the NFL combine and the Texas vs. The Nation Bowl.

Barbre collects postseason honors, preps for bowl game, NFL combine

Hobie Brown
January 24, 2007
Penn National Gaming eyeing Galena for casino

Penn National Gaming eyeing Galena for casino

Hobie Brown
December 11, 2006

U.S. lawmakers to address online gaming, addiction

Hobie Brown
December 11, 2006
Casinos provide windfalls, problems

Casinos provide windfalls, problems

Hobie Brown
December 11, 2006
Trigger Gumm, world record holder and Burger King's Big Huckin' Chicken, is preparing for his second attempt at a 300-foot jump.

Burger King commercial icon prepares for second attempt at 300-foot jump

Hobie Brown
December 6, 2006
Hobie Brown - Associate Editor

Christmas spirit, riches found in family, not stores

Hobie Brown
December 6, 2006
Lisa Andersson, communications major from Sweden, serves popcorn at the Study Abroad Fair Nov. 15 in the Billingsly Student Center.

[Photo] Going the distance

Parker Willis
November 15, 2006
Hobie Brown - Associate Editor

Singing star performs for Miami festivities

Hobie Brown
November 15, 2006

Lions close Tatum’s inaugural year with 34-33 road victory

Hobie Brown
November 15, 2006
Missouri Southern head coach Bart Tatum has a word with an official durning the Lions' 14-13 home loss to Washburn Nov. 4. A special teams miscue kept the Lions from a last-second win in their final home game of 2006.

Lions prep for final test at ESU

Hobie Brown
November 9, 2006

Volleyball team earns first-ever NCAA tournament bid

Hobie Brown
November 9, 2006

Women’s basketball Lions look to quick non-conference start

Hobie Brown
November 9, 2006
Danielle DeVader, Lions' sophomore guard, shows off some of her skills during a preseason practice. DeVader is recovering from three ACL knee repairs in the last three years.

Low preseason ranking doesn’t bother Corn

Hobie Brown
November 9, 2006
Hobie Brown - Associate Editor

Lack of time affects all

Hobie Brown
November 9, 2006
Tera Horine (left), senior at Joplin High School, visits with Democratic Senate candidate Claire McCaskill during a campaign stop Nov. 1 at the Jasper County Democratic Headquarters.

[Photo] McCaskill campaign hits Joplin

Alexandra Nicolas
November 1, 2006

Spiva Library gambles

Hobie Brown
November 1, 2006
Junior running back Freddie Colbert goes airborne for extra yardage during the Lion's 31-26 home win over the University of Central Missouri Oct. 21.

Ichabods to invade Hughes for home finale

Hobie Brown
November 1, 2006
Republican Sen. Jim Talent (R-Mo.) talks to supporters during a rally held at the Jasper County Republican Headquarters Oct. 31. Talent is up for reelection.

[Photo] Talent remains ‘optimistic’ in race

Hobie Brown and Amber Englebert
November 1, 2006
A mannequin lies ready for students to process the simulated crime scene. Fake blood on the wall and hidden evidence are among the clues to consider.

[Photo] Storage rooms become crime scenes

Rebecca Watts
November 1, 2006
Age an asset for rising country star

Age an asset for rising country star

Hobie Brown
November 1, 2006

Spanish Club dances for Day of Dead

Hobie Brown
November 1, 2006

Annual 5K run/walk promotes health, wellness

Hobie Brown
October 17, 2006
Junior wide reciever Colin Bado drops a pass during the Lions' Homecoming loss to Missouri Western Oct. 14.

Lions let lead slip away in last 6 seconds

Hobie Brown
October 17, 2006

Students prepare for December graduation at Grad Expo

Hobie Brown
October 17, 2006

Tailgating provides entertainment at football games

Hobie Brown
October 10, 2006
Dr. Mary McKinley gives a lecture in Cornell Auditorium on marketing in France Oct. 6.

French marketing lecture enlightens students

Hobie Brown
October 10, 2006

Griffons invade Hughes for Homecoming

Hobie Brown
October 10, 2006
Adam Nelson tees off on the 18th hole at Crestwood Country Club.

Golfers look to hit books, weights between fall, spring tournaments

Hobie Brown
October 10, 2006

University holds event for families

Hobie Brown
October 10, 2006
Lions quarterback Adam Hinspeter rolls out to throw a pass during Southern's 24-7 loss to the Northwest Missouri State University Bearcats Sept. 30.

Lions looking for redemption

Hobie Brown
October 3, 2006
Hobie Brown - Associate Editor

We must protect this house, players

Hobie Brown
October 3, 2006

Improvements to stadiums help recruitment, draw more fans

Hobie Brown
September 26, 2006

Football Lions prepare to host No. 2 Northwest Missouri

Hobie Brown
September 26, 2006
Stephanie Cope, sophomore studio art major, uses one of the 26 new computers installed over the summer in the International Language Resource Center during a Spanish 102 class Sept. 20.

Language lab receives new technology

Hobie Brown
September 19, 2006
Quarterback Adam Hinspeter hands the ball off to running back Dartangan Johnson during last year's Miner's Bowl. Southern fell 49-20 to the Gorillas.

Gunning for Gorillas

Hobie Brown
September 19, 2006

Lions hunting Gorillas as Miner’s Bowl IX looms

Hobie Brown
September 19, 2006

The Chess Hotel offers look at small-town life

Hobie Brown
September 12, 2006
Hobie Brown - Associate Editor

Real-life heroes live

Hobie Brown
September 12, 2006

University raises money for United Way campaign

Hobie Brown
September 12, 2006

Absence of candidates derails election

Hobie Brown
September 5, 2006

Students remember 9/11 attacks, aftermath

Hobie Brown
September 5, 2006

Expectations high for Lions

Hobie Brown
August 29, 2006

Cirrilo: Time to build walls on the foundation

Hobie Brown
August 29, 2006

Wrestlers put smack down on four-states

Hobie Brown
April 4, 2006
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