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UTV catches fire, no injuries reported
July 13, 2026
Fire News
On July 13, 2026, at approximately 2:10 a.m., the Pittsburg Fire Department responded to a report of a UTV that was fully involved outside a residence in the 400 block...
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Road to be temporarily closed for tree removal
July 6, 2026
City Press Releases
Starting at 8 a.m. on July 8, 2026, North Joplin Street between 21st and 22nd Streets will temporarily be fully closed as City of Pittsburg crews work to remove a...
Read MoreNo injuries after Sunday morning fire
July 6, 2026
Fire News
On Sunday, July 5, 2026, at approximately 5:26 a.m., the Pittsburg Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 500 block of East 24th Street. Upon arrival, fire...
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$2 Million Community Campaign to Complete Ballfields at Lincoln Park
July 1, 2026
City Press Releases
$2 Million Community Campaign to Complete Ballfields at Lincoln Park City, generous donors partner to provide funding to turf all eight fields; community invited to help ‘take it home’ The...
Read MoreBucket Brigade to help prevent fires
June 22, 2026
Fire News
Pittsburg Fire Department launches Bucket Brigade Program ahead of 4th of July celebrations The Pittsburg Fire Department has launched the “Firework Bucket Brigade” program to help prevent fires during this...
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Family Fishing Night set for June 18
June 11, 2026
Community Events
Families can come together to cast, catch and connect during the upcoming Family Fishing Night at Lakeside Park. This free event will be from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on...
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620 Day Block Party just around the corner
June 9, 2026
City Press Releases
DAB set to host annual 620 Day Block Party The Downtown Advisory Board (DAB) will celebrate our area code, Pittsburg’s 150th anniversary, and Father’s Day with its annual 620 Day...
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Burglary and Criminal Damage Incidents
June 9, 2026
Police Department Press Release
On Sunday morning, June 7, 2026, at approximately 7:43 a.m., officers with the Pittsburg Police Department were dispatched to the Pittsburg High School, located at 1978 E. 4th Street, regarding...
Read MoreAggravated Robbery & Aggravated Assault Arrest
June 8, 2026
Police Department Press Release
On Monday, June 8, 2026, at approximately 8:42 a.m., Pittsburg Police Department Dispatch received a phone call from an employee of the Dollar General Store located at 2004 S. Rouse...
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Washington Ave Fire
June 8, 2026
Fire News
No injuries from fire at 408 E Washington Ave, lightning probable cause On Monday, June 8, 2026, at approximately 12:36 a.m., the Pittsburg Fire Department responded to a structure fire...
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