JOPLIN, Mo. — A lifelong and beloved Joplin resident and retired police officer who passed away last month is honored for his service and kindness. “It doesn’t matter where you go in this country, ...

City officials, current and past members of the Joplin Police Department, and community representatives gathered Wednesday to honor retired police officer and longtime community member J.D. Love. Love ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. “I remember he was the first person, actually the only person, that taught me how to drive,” said Jeremy Robinson, J.D. Love’s ...

A longtime Joplin police officer, J.D. Love, who was regarded by his peers as a community unifier, has died. He was 88. Love and his service to Joplin were recognized and commended at a street-naming ...