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Monday, June 8, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Tuesday June 9, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Newton County Management Meeting, Clerk’s Office 11:00 am JCPHA - Jasper County Public Housing Authority, Joplin 1:00 pm AAA- Area Agency on Aging, Joplin Wednesday, June 10, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion Thursday, June 11, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 10:00 am Newton County Business Meeting 6:00 pm Newton County Candidate Fair, Lampo Building, Neosho Friday, June 12, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 06/05/2026, 10:00 am (RSMo 610.020) Monday, June 1, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Tuesday June 2, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Wednesday, June 3, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion 12:00 pm MoDOT Survey Thursday, June 4, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 5:00 pm Economic Security Meeting, Joplin 6:00 pm Liberty Southwest MO Transmission Line Project, Lampo Building, Neosho Friday, June 5, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 05/28/2026, 2:00 pm (RSMo 610.020) Commission Agenda
Thursday, May 28, 2026 10.00 am Newton County Courthouse, Room 309
The News Media may obtain copies of this notice by contacting: Commission Office, 101 S. Wood Street, Room 309, Neosho, MO 64850, 417-451-8223. Posted 05/27/26, 10:00am (RSMo 610.020)  A wide variety of thistles can be seen everywhere this summer and appear to be in abundant supply. Musk, purple, bull and spiny thistles are all eyesores but they also hinder grazing, compete for available moisture and will continue to multiply if left alone.
Thistles are found primarily in pastures, hay meadows, roadsides and waste areas. Musk thistle generally is not a problem in cultivated cropland, but may germinate and develop in fallow fields or after wheat is planted in the fall. Thistles can be either annuals or biennials, but most are biennials. These germinate and grow into the rosette stage in the first year. They remain in the rosette stage over the winter and then bloom and produce seeds the next growing season. MUSK THISTLE Musk thistles reduce forage production and use. Cattle will not graze forage plants in heavy infestation of this thistle. Dense infestations of musk thistle compete strongly with grass or other desirable plants for water, light and nutrients. Research indicates that one plant per square foot nearly decreases forage production in half. This results in lower income from grazing areas. Loss in income also results from lower quality hay due to contamination by this noxious weed. Musk thistles usually start flowering in spring and can bloom from seven to nine weeks. Musk thistle flower heads are “powder puff” in shape, in contrast to “saving brush” flower heads of some other thistles. The colorful flowers are usually deep rose to violet or purple. The leaves are coarsely lobed and dark green with a light green midrib. Leaves have an alternate arrangement on the stem and are smooth and hairless on both sides. A musk thistle plant may produce from one to over 100 heads depending on soil and growing conditions. University of Arkansas research shows, 80 percent of seeds from a thistle are deposited within 55 yards of the original plant. A single plant can produce up to 10,000 good quality seeds. THISTLE CONTROL Mechanical methods include mowing and hand cutting. Mowing needs to be done with a rotary mower before the first appearance of pink on the flowers. Mowing at full bloom will prevent seed production. Producers should mow cleanly and closely and repeat as needed for control and cutting should take place between the first appearance of pink and the first appearance of brown on the pappus of the earliest head. You can also dig the root at least two inches below ground level and remove all soil from the roots. If you pick heads that are beyond the bud stage, you should burn them in a controlled fashion. Spraying is an effective way to control thistle outbreaks. Musk thistle plants with flower stalks are more difficult to kill than the rosettes. Rosettes need to be treated when they are actively growing and not under drought stress. This probably means in the fall (late October) or spring (mid April). The younger the rosette, the more susceptible it is to the herbicide. You can use 2,4-D but you will get better thistle control by using a combination of 2,4-D and dicamba (Banvel). Other herbicides labeled for controlling musk thistles in pastures include Grazon Next HL, Grazon P+D, Chapparal, Surmount and Cimarron Max. Always be sure to read and follow label instructions, and treat at the proper time. Another control is biological. Specific natural enemies of musk thistle can aid in regulating the spread of this weed. Such natural enemies include the musk thistle rosette weevil, the musk thistle flower head weevil and a musk thistle rust fungus. The larvae of the rosette weevil feed on the underside of the leaves of the rosette and on the leaves and stems of bolted plants; larvae of the flower head weevil feed in the base of the developing flower of the thistle. The two weevils are compatible with each other as biological control agents because they do not compete with each. For more information, contact Newton County Commission, Tel. 417 451 8223 or MU Extension Office, Tel. 417 455 9500. Monday, May 25, 2026
Office closed in observance of Memorial Day. Tuesday May 26, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Wednesday, May 27, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion Thursday, May 28, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 10:00 am Newton County Business Meeting 2:30 pm Hazardous Mitigation Plan Meeting, Neosho Friday, May 29, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 05/21/2026, 11:00am (RSMo 610.020) The Newton County Commission will hold a Closed Special Meeting at 11:30 am, Wednesday, May 20, 2026 per RSMo 610.021 (1) Legal at Newton County Courthouse, Commissioner’s Office.
The Newton County Commission Posted 05/19/2026 9:00 am The Newton County Commission will hold a Special Meeting at 9:00am, Wednesday,
May 20, 2026 at the Commissioner’s Office.
The Newton County Commission Posted 05/19/2026 9:00 am Monday, May 18, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Insurance Review Meeting Tuesday May 19, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Wednesday, May 20, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion 10:00 am Health Insurance Meeting 11:30 am Closed Special Meeting RSMo 610.021 (1) 3:30 pm MU Extension Office, Neosho Thursday, May 21, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 10:00 am Sunshine Law Training, City Council, Neosho 11:00 am Region M Meeting, Joplin Friday, May 22, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 05/15/2026, 11:00am (RSMo 610.020) Commission Agenda
Thursday, May 14, 2026 10.00 am Newton County Courthouse, Room 309
The News Media may obtain copies of this notice by contacting: Commission Office, 101 S. Wood Street, Room 309, Neosho, MO 64850, 417-451-8223. Posted 05/13/26, 10:00am (RSMo 610.020) The Newton County Commission will hold a Special Meeting at 12:00pm, Thursday, May 14, 2026 at the Commissioner’s Office.
The Newton County Commission Posted 05/13/2026 9:00 am Monday, May 11, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Tuesday May 12, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Newton County Management Meeting, Clerk’s Office 11:00 am JCPHA - Jasper County Public Housing Authority, Joplin 1:00 pm AAA- Area Agency on Aging, Joplin Wednesday, May 13, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion Thursday, May 14, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Cornhole Event Discussion 10:00 am Newton County Business Meeting Friday, May 15, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 05/07/2026, 2.30pm (RSMo 610.020) The Newton County Commission will hold a Special Meeting at 2:00pm, Thursday, May 7, 2026 at the Sheriff’s Office, Training Room.
The Newton County Commission Posted 05-06-2026 9:00 am Monday, May 4, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Tuesday May 5, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Wednesday, May 6, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion 9:00 am Cornhole Event Meeting Thursday, May 7, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 2:00 pm Commission Special Meeting, Bid Opening 2026-15 Construction of New Evidence Building, Sheriff Department 5:00 pm Economic Security Meeting, Joplin Friday, May 8, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 05/01/2026, 10.00am (RSMo 610.020) Commission Agenda
Thursday, April 30, 2026 10.30 am Newton County Courthouse, Room 309
The News Media may obtain copies of this notice by contacting: Commission Office, 101 S. Wood Street, Room 309, Neosho, MO 64850, 417-451-8223. Posted 04/29/26, 10:30am (RSMo 610.020) The Newton County Commission will hold a Special Meeting at 11:30 am, Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at the Commissioner’s Office.
The Newton County Commission Posted 04-28-2026 11:10 am Monday, April 27, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Tuesday April 28, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Wednesday, April 29, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion Thursday, April 30, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 10:30 am Newton County Business Meeting Friday, May 1, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 04/24/2026, 10.00am (RSMo 610.020) Monday, April 20, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 10:00 am Stronghold Data Quarterly Review Tuesday April 21, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Closed Special Meeting RSMo 6120.021 (3) 11:30 am LEPC - Local Emergency Planning Committee Meeting, Neosho Wednesday, April 22, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion 10:00 am SW Commissioners Meeting, Carthage Thursday, April 23, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Friday, April 24, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 04/17/2026, 10.00am (RSMo 610.020) The Newton County Commission will hold a Special Meeting at 10:30 am, Thursday,
April 16, 2026 at the Commissioner’s Office.
The Newton County Commission Posted 04-15-2026 9:30 am Monday, April 13, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 11:00 am Cornhole Event Meeting 11:00 am Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting for New Evidence Facility, Sheriff Dept. Tuesday April 14, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Newton County Management Meeting, Clerk’s Office 11:00 am JCPHA - Jasper County Public Housing Authority, Joplin 1:00 pm AAA- Area Agency on Aging, Joplin 1:00 pm Truman Environmental Task Force (TETF), Joplin Wednesday, April 15, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion Thursday, April 16, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Friday, April 17, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 04/10/2026, 10.00am (RSMo 610.020) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Newton County Outlines Rehabilitation Plan for Historic Redings Mill Bridge NEWTON COUNTY, MO — Following the temporary closure of the historic Redings Mill pedestrian bridge over Shoal Creek, Newton County officials have released an approved plan to repair water damage and preserve the 1930s-era structure. Due to deteriorating conditions between the aging asphalt surface and the concrete deck, the County is undertaking a targeted rehabilitation project.
Sincerely, NEWTON COUNTY COMMISSION Commission Agenda
Thursday, April 9, 2026 10.30 am Newton County Courthouse, Room 309
The News Media may obtain copies of this notice by contacting: Commission Office, 101 S. Wood Street, Room 309, Neosho, MO 64850, 417-451-8223. Posted 04/08/26, 10:30am (RSMo 610.020) Monday, April 6, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 10:00 am Opening of 2nd Business Quarter Tuesday April 7, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Wednesday, April 8, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion Thursday, April 9, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 10:30 am Newton County Business Meeting 2:00 pm Newton County Hazard Mitigation Plan Meeting, Library, Joplin Friday, April 10, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 04/03/2026, 10.00am (RSMo 610.020) Newton County Voters to Decide Homestead Real Estate Tax Credit Question on April 7, 2026 Ballot
Newton County, Missouri – Newton County voters will soon decide whether to approve a Homestead Real Estate Tax Credit authorized by Senate Bill 3 (2025) and codified in 137.1055, RSMo. The measure, if approved, would limit the amount property taxes can increase on eligible primary residences (homesteads) while protecting local services and ensuring the credit applies only where intended. The ballot question, which will appear on the April 7, 2026 General Municipal Election ballot, reads: “Shall the County of exempt eligible taxpayers from certain tax increases on eligible taxpayers’ primary residence above the liability incurred during the initial credit year?” □ YES □ NO A YES vote would authorize the credit, while a NO vote would not authorize the credit. Under the program, the real property tax liability on an eligible taxpayer’s homestead would not increase more than the greater of five percent (5%) per year or the percent increase in the Consumer Price Index above the amount paid in the “initial credit year”. The credit applies only to a taxpayer’s primary residence—the home they actually live in. It does not apply to rental properties, agricultural land, commercial property, personal property, or second homes. If approved, the County anticipates the tax credit would be implemented no later than tax year 2027. The credit will:
Voters should be aware that there are ongoing lawsuits challenging the constitutionality of SB 3 which may affect the validity, implementation or applicability of the Homestead Tax Credit statement – regardless of whether voters approve the ballot question. If the courts find the relevant provisions unconstitutional, the credit may not take effect or may take effect and later be declared unlawful. If the courts uphold SB 3, then the vote on the ballot question will determine whether the Homestead Tax Credit will apply in the county. The program is separate from the existing Senior Property Tax Credit under SB 190. Eligible seniors may qualify for both programs, but they will not receive a tax credit under both programs. For questions, contact the County at the following telephone number: 417-451-8223. Monday, March 30, 2026
8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 7.30 am Meeting with Joplin Special Road District, Joplin Tuesday March 31, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Wednesday, April 1, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 9:00 am Road and Bridge Discussion Thursday, April 2, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information 5:00 pm Economic Security Meeting, Joplin Friday, April 3, 2026 8:00 am Commission in Session – Commission meets as a body to receive and discuss administrative issues brought to it by County Officials and Staff, as well as Citizens seeking information Meeting Location: Commission Office, Courthouse until otherwise stated. Posted: 03/27/2026, 10.00am (RSMo 610.020) Commission Agenda
Thursday, March 26, 2026 10.30 am Newton County Courthouse, Room 309
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If you are in need of disability related auxiliary aids or services, contact the County Clerk's Office at 451-8221. Wheelchair access is through the north ramp entrance and throughout the Courthouse via the elevator. Handicap restrooms are located on the third floor. An assistive listening device is located in the second floor courtroom.
If you are in need of disability related auxiliary aids or services, contact the County Clerk's Office at 451-8221. Wheelchair access is through the north ramp entrance and throughout the Courthouse via the elevator. Handicap restrooms are located on the third floor. An assistive listening device is located in the second floor courtroom.
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