The Missouri Southern Board of Governors and the search for a new university president are the focus of the Newsmakers program airing the week of December 15 on KGCS. The interview features Board Chair Bill Gipson and Vice Chair Alison Hershewe. The program airs weeknights on KGCS-TV and is posted on the station YouTube site.
KGCS will provide live coverage of the Missouri Southern Commencement ceremony at 10 a.m. on Saturday, December 14. The program will also be recorded and replayed at 7 p.m. Sunday, December 14. DVDs of the ceremony will also be available for purchase. Online ordering is available through the KGCS website: Commencement DVD order form
KGCS begins airing home conference basketball games for Missouri Southern State University starting the first week of December. The coverage begins on Tuesday, Dec. 3 when the women's and men's teams host Pittsburg State. The games may be seen live on KGCS and via the streaming serving from the MIAA Conference.
The Shoal Creek Conservation and Education Center is the focus of the Newsmakers program airing the first week of December. It features an interview with Kim Banner from the Missouri Department of Conservation. It will air weeknights on KCCS and is posted on the station YouTube site
A recent presentation about the Civil War in the region, "Osage Perspective on the Civil War" by Dr. Isaias McCaffrey airs on KGCS starting Monday, Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. It is part of a speaker series hosted by Missouri Southern. The presentation is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Newsmakers airing the week of November 24 features Joplin Schools Superintendent Melinda Moss discussing the proposal to update a number of elementary schools. It airs weeknights and is posted on the station YouTube channel.
The current political situation nationally and internationally is the focus of the Newsmakers program airing the week of November 17. The interview features Missouri Southern political science professors Will Delehanty, Brenden Higashi, and Nicholas Nicoletti. The program airs weeknights and is posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The Newsmakers program airing the week of November 10 takes a look at the visit of the Stanley Cup to Joplin and tourism efforts in the region, in an interview with Joplin CVB Director Patrick Tuttle. The program airs weeknights and is posted on the station YouTube channel.
The Joplin Health Department is the focus of the Joplin Insider program airing in November on KGCS-TV. It focuses on services for women and children. It may be seen in the evenings, and is also posted on the station YouTube channel.
One of the MSSU outstanding alumni for 2019, Esdra Lamy, is the guest on the Newsmakers program airing the first week of November. He discusses his work in communication while at Southern and his current work in the media industry. The program is also posted on the station YouTube site.
The upcoming sales tax proposal before Joplin voters, "Proposition B," is the focus of the Newsmakers interview airing the week of October 27 on KGCS-TV. The interview looks at the proposal to fund police and fire pension plans. It airs weeknights on KGCS and is posted on the station YouTube site.
Arts in the Joplin area are the focus of the Newsmakers program airing the weeks of October 13 and 20 on KGCS-TV. Connect2Culture is the focus of the program airing the week of the 13th, and the Joplin Regional Artists Coalition is the focus of the program the week of the 20th. Both programs air weeknights on KGCS, and are posted on the station YouTube site.
Congressman Billy Long shares information about news from Washington, including the impeachment inquiry and efforts to pass non-partisan measures during the Newsmakers program airing the week of October 6. The interview is also posted on the station YouTube site.
KGCS provided coverage of the Missouri Southern Homecoming Parade and football game on Saturday, Oct. 5. Both were being recorded for rebroadcast the next week.
Highway Safety and the Missouri State Highway Patrol are the focus of the Newsmakers program airing the week of September 22 on KGCS. Sgt. John Lueckenhoff discusses efforts to keep motorists safe and provides some tips. The program airs weeknights and is on the station YouTube site.
Newsmakers programs airing in September include a look at the Meals on Wheels program in Joplin and the need for volunteers and the Comunity Blood Center of the Ozarks and the need for blood donations. The programs air weeknights on KGCS-TV and are posted on the station YouTube site.
Lectures from the Oceania Semester at Missouri Southern are being recorded and replayed on KGCS-TV during the Fall 2019 semester. They include a presentation by Dr. Jason Willand about the Great Barrier Reef. The programs are also posted on the station YouTube site.
KGCS is celebrating 35 years of service, presenting programs from the archives on "KGCS Rewind." The programs are airing weeknights and are also posted on the station YouTube channel.
Missouri Southern President Dr. Alan Marble is the guest on the Newsmakers interview airing the first week of September. He shares information about his plans to retire next summer, as well as thoughts about the current academic year. The program airs weeknights and is posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
Live sports coverage returns on KGCS-TV, with telecasts of Missouri Southern home football games for the 2019 season. KGCS will air five home games, starting with the Thursday, September 5 match up with the University of Nebraska-Kearnery. The games will also be replayed on Southern Sports Sunday.
The Joplin Area Habitat for Humanity is the focus of the Newsmakers interview airing the last week of August. The program takes a look at the 30 year history, as well as current programs of the organization. It features Executive Director Scott Clayton. The program airs the week of August 25 and is posted on the station YouTube site.
Newsmakers programs airing in mid-August include a visit with Missouri State Representative Bob Bromley about news from the legislature and an interview with Joplin Mayor Gary Shaw and Finance Director Leslie Haase about special taxes. The programs may be viewed weeknights on KGCS during the weeks of August 11 and 18, and on the station YouTube channel.
A special exhibit and ongoing presentations at the Joplin Museums are featured on the Newsmakers interview airing the week of August 4 on KGCS-TV. The program features Museum Director Christopher Wiseman. It is also posted on the KGCS YouTube channel.
Study abroad opportunities at Missouri Southern are highlighted on the series "Window on the World." Five new programs were recorded this summer, and are currently airing. They feature students and faculty sharing their experiences. The program airing the week of August 4 features a trip to Mexico. It is also posted on YouTube.
Activites at George Washington Carver National Monument, restoration of an historic schoolhouse in Neosho, and plans for the Joplin Emancipation Park Days are discussed on the Newsmakers interview airing the week of July 28. Guests are Jim Heaney, Kim Mailes, and Chalise Cooper. The program is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
Newsmakers takes a look at the McDonald County Museum in an interview airing in July. The program features Karen Dobbs, discussing the displays and features at the museum. It is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The new Joplin Insider program on KGCS takes a look at road and work projects, with an interview featuring Joplin Public Works Director David Hertzberg. The program airs weeknights and is posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
KGCS has moved to a new over-the-air broadcast channel. The station moved to Channel 21 on Friday, July 12. Persons viewing broadcast programming will need to re-tune their receivers.
Joplin-area community service organizations are highlighted with interviews by students in a special Newsmakers program airing the week of June 23 on KGCS. The interviews feature Joplin NALA Read, Crosslines, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and the MSSU Lion Co-Op. The program is also posted on the KGCS YouTube channel.
The first graduate to walk across the stage with a four-year degree at Missouri Southern and her faculty advisor share their memories on a Newsmakers interview airing the week of June 16. Barbara Bevins and Conrad Gubera reflect upon the graduation 50 years ago and their careers since then.
Two students from KGCS-TV received scholarship awards from the Missouri Broadcasters Association. The awards for seniors Zach Dobbs and Ashlea Zumwalt were announced at the MBA annual convention in June.
KGCS is featuring interviews with some of the retiring faculty members from Missouri Southern State University, on the Newsmakers television program. They include Kelly Larson, Terry Marion, Richard Laird and Ann Jaros. The interviews air weeknights on KGCS and are posted on the station YouTube channel.
Commencement ceremonies for Missouri Southern and area high schools will be covered live by KGCS in May. The Southern ceremonies will take place at 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 11. The following week features coverage of three area high schools: Neosho at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 16, Carl Junction at 7 p.m. Friday, May 17, and Joplin at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 19. DVD copies of the ceremonies are also available for purchase through the KGCS website.
The Newsmakers interview program airing the week of May 5 takes a look at academics at Missouri Southern. It features MSSU Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Paula Carson. It airs weeknights and can also be seen on the station YouTube site.
The concept of Smart Cities is explored on the Newsmakers interview program airing the first week of May. The program features Patty Heagel from the City of Joplin. It is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The Joplin television program "Teen Hop" was honored at the Regional Media Hall of Fame event held on April 30 at Missouri Southern. The evening included a viewing of a video featuring oral history interviews with people who danced on the program in the 1950s, 60s and 70s and the presentation of the award to KODE-TV. The video may be seen on the KGCS YouTube site.
KGCS is airing musical performances from the Missouri Southern Music Department in Spring 2019. They include a variety of music types, including the Jazz Combos Concert. The programs are also posted on the station YouTube site.
Missouri State Senator Bill White is the guest on the Newsmakers program airing the week of April 21 on KGCS-TV. He provides an update on the legislative session underway in Jefferson City. The program is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The Newsmakers interview program airing the week of April 7 focuses on political news at the local, state, and national level. It features Missouri Southern political science professors Nicole Shoaf, Will Delehanty, and Nicholas Nicoletti. It is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Awards were presented to KGCS students at the annual Communication Department awards ceremony on April 3. They were:
Certificates of Appreciation: Alyssa Brown, Lauren Brown, Carola Stahl, Ashlea Zumwalt
Volunteer of the Year: Sean Gordon
Producers of the Year: Abby West, Maddy West
Program of the Year: "Southern Nights"
Students of the Year: Abby West, Maddy West
Kolpin Scholarship Award Recipients: Raeann Garrison-Law, Dillon Noblett
A proposed ordinance to help with storm water issues in the City of Joplin is explained on the Newsmakers interview airing the week of April 14 on KGCS-TV. The program features Joplin Recycling Coordinator Mary Anne Phillips. In addition to airing on KGCS, it is posted on the station YouTube site.
Plans for an arts and entertainment center in Joplin are discussed on the Newsmakers interview airing the first week of April. Clifford Wert provides information about the Cornell Arts Complex. The program is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The student-produced program "Southern Nights" features a look at Robinson Crusoe week at Missouri Southern news. It airs the last week of March on KGCS and is posted on the station YouTube site.
The Missouri Broadcast Educators Association annual college media competition recognizes KGCS students with awards for their video work. They include recognition in Video/PSA and Video/Special program categories. A complete list of awards can be found on the awards section of the KGCS website.
Developments at the Joplin Regional Airport, including additional commercial air service, are the focus of the Joplin Insider program airing on KGCS. The interview features Airport Director Steve Stockham. In addition to airing on KGCS, it is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Mental health awareness is the focus of the Newsmakers interview airing the last week of March. The program features two representatives from Joplin NAMI, Matthew Porte and Keith Dunn. It is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
A proposal to extend a sales tax in Jasper County is the topic of discussion on the Newsmakers interview program airing the week of March 17. It features Darieus Adams and Erik Theis. It is also posted on the station YouTube site.
The new president of the Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce, Toby Teeter, is the guest on the Newsmakers program airing the week of March 10 on KGCS. The program is also posted on the station YouTube site.
The Newsmakers interview program airing the first week of March focuses on the Joplin Workshops and services provided by the organization. It features the director, Jeff Jones. It is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The student-produced program Southern Nights takes a look at Black History Month in February. The program airs on KGCS and is posted on YouTube.
A special student-produced Newsmakers program featuring the St. Louis Cardinals Caravan visit to Joplin airs the week of February 17 on KGCS. The program features highlights from the caravan stop and interviews with players, alumni and broadcasters. It is also posted on the station YouTube site.
The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America concert at Missouri Southern is featured in a special program airing on KGCS-TV. The concert included a salute to the 20th anniversary of the first Lunar landing by Apollo astronauts. In addition to airing on KGCS, it is posted on the station YouTube site.
The annual Carl Junction Business Expo is the focus of a Newsmakers program airing in February. The program features Garrett Terry, Ashley Butcher, and Gary Stubblefield. The program airs the week of February 24 and is posted on the station YouTube channel.
A new organization in the Joplin region designed to help non-profit organizations is the focus of the Newsmakers program airing the week of Feb. 10. The interview focuses on 100 Women Who Care, with Valerie Doerr and Stephanie Meek. It is also posted on YouTube.
The Early Head Start program sponsored by Economic Security is discussed on a Newsmakers interview airing the first week of February. The interview features Stephanie Massey and Julie Chappie. It addition to airing on KGCS, it is posted on the station YouTube channel.
The Southeast Kansas Humane Society is featured on a Newsmakers interview airing the last week of January. The program features Jasmine Kyle discussing their operations and services. It is also posted on the KGCS YouTube channel.
KGCS is airing a recording of the recent St. Louis Cardinals Caravan visit. It features players and announcers on the stage at Taylor Performing Arts Center at Missouri Southern. The players answer questions from fans in the audience. In addition to airing on the station, it is also posted on the KGCS YouTube channel.
KGCS students helped with the St. Louis Cardinals Caravan visit to Joplin on January 19. They provided coverage of the event and recorded interviews for an upcoming program.
A new student-produced interview program, "Lion Talk," is airing on KGCS-TV. It features interviews from students in the Professional Interviewing class from Fall 2018. They explore a variety of topics on the Missouri Southern campus. In addition to airing on KGCS, the programs are also posted on the station YouTube site.
KGCS-TV students continue working on live coverage of Missouri Southern home basketball games. Students serve many roles, including announcing, operating cameras and directing. The games also stream live through the MIAA and are recorded for rebroadcast.
Missouri 7th District Congressman Billy Long is featured on the Newsmakers interview airing at the end of December on KGCS. He discusses the upcoming changes in Congress and issues facing the country. In addition to airing on KGCS, the program is also posted on the station YouTube site.
KGCS will provide live coverage of the Winter Commencement ceremonies at Missouri Southern State University at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 15. The station is also selling DVD copies, which are available for ordering through the station website.
The Missouri Southern Cross Country Team is highlighted on the Newsmakers program airing in December. The interview features Coach Jamie Burnham and runners Ashlee Kuykendall and Gidieon Kimutai. In addition to airing on KGCS, it is posted on the YouTube site.
Road construction and Public Works in Joplin is the topic of the new Joplin Insider program airing on KGCS-TV. The program features Joplin Public Works Director David Hertzberg. It may be seen weeknights and is on the station YouTube site.
Newsmakers features former Missouri State Senator Gary Nodler, discussing the honor of receiving the Webster Medallion Award. The program airs on KGCS and is also posted on the station YouTube site.
KGCS is providing live coverage of home Missouri Southern MIAA Conference basketball games again this season, covering both women's and men's action. Students work all levels of production, from directing to announcing. In addition to airing live, the games are streamed on the MIAA Network.
Suicide awareness and prevention is the focus of a Newsmakers program airing in late November on KGCS-TV. The interview features Debbie Fitzgerald and Stephen McCullough from the Ozark Center in Joplin. It is also posted on the station YouTube site.
A Newsmakers program airing in mid-November presents information about the Swedish company H&M and a look at Swedish culture. The interview features Michaela Wallin. It is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
An expert on the Swedish music group ABBA, Carl Magnus Palm, is the guest on the Newsmakers interview program airing the second week of November. The program is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Efforts to help small businesses prepare for cyber attacks are the focus of the Newsmakers interview airing the first week of November on KGCS-TV. The interview features Jason Rincker and Ken Surbrugg discussing a Cyber Awareness 360 event in Joplin. The program is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The Newsmakers program airing the last week of October features Missouri Southern Political Science professors providing insight into the November election, discussing candidates and issues before voters. The program features Dr. Nicholas Nicoletti, Dr. Nicole Shoaf, Dr. Will Delehanty, and Dr. Charles Clark. It is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
A new student-produced program, "Southern Nights," is airing on KGCS-TV. It features interviews, music and fun. The program is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Missouri State Senator Ron Richard is the guest on the Newsmakers interview program airing the week of September 14 on KGCS-TV. He shares memories of his 16 years in Jefferson City and serving the community. The program airs weeknights and is posted on the station YouTube site.
The Joplin Insider program airing in October focuses on recycling in the city and plans for an event to shred documents. Host Lynn Onstot visits with Joplin Recycling Coordinator Mary Anne Phillips. The program is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The Newsmakers interview airing the second week of October features an update on news from the City of Joplin. Mayor Gary Shaw and City Manager Sam Anselm provide information about the budget process and other programs in the city. The interview also appears on the KGCS YouTube site.
The Superintendent of the Joplin School District, Dr. Melinda Moss, shares thoughts and information about the status of the district as a new school year is underway. The interview is featured on Newsmakers, airing the first week of October. It is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Lectures from the Nordic Semester at Missouri Southern are airing on KGCS-TV. The first lectures of the semester feature Eric Hinrichs, from the Danish Society in St. Louis. The programs are also posted on the station YouTube site.
The 21st annual Carl Junction Bluegrass Festival is the topic of discussion on the Newsmakers interview program airing the week of September 16th on KGCS-TV. Guests are Gary Stubblefield and Holly Hukill. The program is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
Live coverage of Missouri Southern home football games returns for the 2018 season on KGCS-TV. The first telecast is scheduled for 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, when the Lions host Lindenwood University. The game coverage is produced by staff and students. The games will also be replayed Sunday evenings on Southern Sports Sunday.
Missouri Southern President Dr. Alan Marble is the guest on a Newsmakers interview airing the first part of September. He discusses the start of the academic year, and shares good news from campus. In addition to airing on KGCS, the program is posted on the station YouTube site.
Air quality concerns and monitoring in the Joplin region are the focus of a Newsmakers interview airing the week of September 2 on KGCS. It features Joplin Health Department Director Dan Pekarek explaining th regional efforts to monitor air quality. In addition to airing on KGCS, the program is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The 25th anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House in Joplin is featured on a Newsmakers interview airing at the end of August on KGCS-TV. The program features director Annette Thurston, sharing information about the history and services provided. In addition to airing on KGCS, it is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
Missouri Southern Athletics are featured in a Newsmakers program airing in late August on KGCS-TV. MSSU Athletic Director Jared Bruggeman shares information about a new video board and upcoming sports seasons. In addition to airing, the interview is also posted on the station YouTube site.
The Fall 2018 semester at Missouri Southern is the Nordic Semester. A Newsmakers program airing in August features information about planned events, during an interview with Dr. Chad Stebbins. The program is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Joplin voters are being asked to go to the polls in August to decide on a Use Tax proposal, and the Newsmakers interview airing the first week of August looks at that issue. It features Drew Kimble and Amber Duncan from the citizen task force, and city finance director Leslie Haas. The interview is also posted on the KGCS YouTube channel.
The Newsmakers interview airing the last week of July looks at developments in Webb City. It features City Administrator Carl Francis and Mayor Lynn Ragsdale. The program is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
Efforts to help local non-profit agencies are the focus of Give Joplin Day, explained in the Newsmakers interview airing the week of July 15. The program provides information about the day of giving on July 19. The program airs weeknights and is also posted on the station YouTube site.
The annual Carver Day celebration and the 75th anniversary of George Washington Carver National Monument are highlighted on the Newsmakers interview airing the week of July 8 on KGCS. The program features park ranger Curtis Gregory. The interview is also posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
Study abroad by biology students to Italy is the focus of a Window on the World interview program airing in July. Students discuss how the trip provided opportunities outside of the classroom to learn and experience new culture. The program airs on KGCS and is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Students who traveled to China as part of a Plaster College of Business study abroad trip are featured on a Window on the World interview airing in July. They share their experiences and what they learned from the trip. The program is also posted on the station YouTube site.
The Newsmakers program airing the first week of July takes a look at the future of the conservation center in Joplin. Warren Rose from the Missouri Department of Conservation discusses plans by the department to operate the building in Wildcat Park. The program is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Study abroad trips from Missouri Southern are highlighted on the series, "Window on the World." The first interview focuses on the honors program visit to Ireland. It airs weeknights on KGCS and is posted on the station YouTube site.
Newsmakers interviews airing in June feature communication students interviewing area community agency representatives. They worked together on projects as part of a capstone course in Spring 2018. The interviews feature information about the projects and the organizations. In addition to airing on KGCS, they are also posted on the station YouTube site.
The Newsmakers interviews airing the first weeks of June feature retiring faculty and staff members from Missouri Southern State University. They include Physical Plant Director Bob Harrington, Music Professor Dr. Jeffrey Macomber, and Biology Professor Dr. Vicki Roettger. The interviews air weeknights and may also be seen on the station YouTube channel.
The Newsmakers program airing the week of May 20 takes a look at an upcoming Corvette gathering in Joplin. It features representative from the 4StateVette club. It airs weeknights and is posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
MOSO Update, the student-produced news program on KGCS-TV, takes a look at Spring 2018 activities on the Missouri Southern campus. It airs starting the week of May 13 and is also posted on the station YouTube channel.
KGCS will provide live coverage of the Missouri Southern Commencement Ceremonies as well as three area high school ceremonies being held on campus. The MSSU ceremonies will air at 9:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 12. High school ceremonies include Neosho at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 17 , Carl Junction at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 18, and Joplin at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 20. The station is also selling DVD copies of the ceremonies. They may be ordered online through the KGCS website.
The new edition of the Joplin Insider program takes a look at air quality in the Joplin region. Lynn Onstot visits with Joplin Health Department Director Dan Pekarek about monitoring ground level ozone levels. The program airs weeknights on KGCS and is posted on the station YouTube channel
The Newsmakers program airing the week of May 6 features Missouri 7th District Congressman Billy Long. He discusses issues in Washington D.C. and provides an constituent services in the district. The program may be seen weeknights and is also posted on the station YouTube channel.
KGCS presented student awards at the annual Communication Department awards ceremony in April. Students were recognized for their work at the station and on television productions. Complete details may be found under the "Station Awards" link on the website.
The Spring Percussion Ensemble Concert from the Missouri Southern Music Department is featured on KGCS-TV. The program is also posted on the station YouTube Channel. The station is also covering other Spring music performances from MSSU, for airing and posting on YouTube.
Missouri State Representative Charlie Davis is the guest on the Newsmakers interview program airing the week of April 8. He provides an update on news and issues facing lawmakers in Jefferson City. The program is also posted on the station YouTube channel.
The Newsmakers program airing the week of April 8 looks at Head Start and Early Head Start programs in the region. Area supervisors from centers discuss the services offered to children. The program airs weeknights and is also posted on the station YouTube channel.
Joplin Mayor Michael Seibert reflects on his years of service on the Joplin City Council, during a Newsmakers interview airing the first week of April on KGCS-TV. The program airs evenings and is posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
Students who traveled to Paris for an international media seminar are featured on a new edition of "Window on the World," a program looking at study abroad opportunities at Missouri Southern. The program airs weeknights on KGCS-TV and is posted on the station YouTube site.
A candidate forum featuring candidates for Joplin City Council aired live on KGCS-TV on Monday, March 26. It will repeat a number of times before the April 3 election. It is also posted on the station YouTube site.
The new edition of the student-produced newscast MOSO Update is airing on KGCS-TV. The program features a variety of topics, including reports on activities in music and theatre on campus and a visit with a campus police officer. The program is also posted on the station YouTube site.
Street projects and recovery projects underway in Joplin are two of the topics covered in the Newsmakers program airing the week of March 11 on KGCS-TV. The program features Joplin Public Works Director David Hertzberg. In addition to airing on the station, it is also posted on the station YouTube site.
A recent study looking at tourism efforts in Joplin is the topic of discussion on the Newsmakers interview program airing the week of March 4. Joplin Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Patrick Tuttle discusses the results of the survey and possible plans for the future. The program airs weeknights on KGCS and is posted on the station YouTube site.
The Joplin City Clerk, Barbara Gollhofer, is the guest on the new edition of "Joplin Insider," airing on KGCS-TV. The program is hosted by Lynn Onstot. It airs weeknights on KGCS and is posted on the station YouTube site.
Efforts to educate local businesses about Cyber Security threats are the focus of the Newsmakers interview airing the week of February 25 on KGCS. Jason Rincker and Karma Wright share information and discuss an upcoming conference planned in Joplin. The program airs weeknights on KGCS and is posted on the station YouTube site.
Interviews with St. Louis Cardinals Baseball players are featured on the Newsmakers interview airing the week of February 11 on KGCS-TV. The program includes interviews done by students during the Cardinals Caravan visit with Alex Mejia, Greg Garcia, Jose Martinez, John Gant, Danny Cox, Tom Lawless, and Kyle McClellan. In addition to airing in the evenings, the program is posted on the KGCS YouTube site.
The Joplin City Council recognized KGCS-TV for its service in covering their meetings and city government at the February 5 council meeting. Joplin Mayor Michael Seibert presented a proclamation to station representatives. Those present at the meeting were Communication Dept. Chair Ward Bryant, KGCS General Manager Judy Stiles, and Communication majors Abby West and Maddy West.
The 75th anniversary of George Washington Carver National Monument is the focus of the Newsmakers program airing the first week of February on KGCS. The program features Superintendent James Heaney, Ranger Randall Becker, and Volunteer Gayle O'Hare. They discuss the history of the park and current programs. In addition to airing on KGCS, the interview is posted on the station YouTube site.
A special Native America Art Exhibit at Spiva Center for the Arts is the focus of the Newsmakers interview airing the week of January 28 on KGCS. The interview features Executive Director Josie Mai. In addition to airing on the station, it is also posted on YouTube.
The annual St. Louis Cardinals Caravan visited Joplin on Saturday, Jan. 13. The visit featured current and former players, and an opportunity for fans to meet the players and for children to get autographs. KGCS recorded the public program. In addition to airing on the station, it is posted on the station YouTube site.
