Destination Heartland: Joplin, Missouri
Published on Sep 30, 2025, 1:59:45 PM
Total time: 00:30:50
Published on Sep 30, 2025, 1:59:45 PM
Total time: 00:30:50
Located two and a half hours south of the Kansas City Metro on historic Route 66 is Joplin, Missouri. Joplin was incorporated in 1873, growing from a mining camp to the world’s leading lead and zinc producer. The town’s property as a transportation hub made Joplin a prominent stop along the famous Route 66, which still holds today. Join KCTV5 anchor Sharon Chen as this week’s Destination Heartland takes us to this popular traveler’s hub.
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