Missouri Southern KGCS - TV

Missouri Southern KGCS - TV KGCS is the television station at Missouri Southern State University in Joplin. Thousands of students have gone through the program in the past 37 years.

The station that started as a cable-access channel in Joplin in 1984 and has grown to a digital broadcast station serving more than 167,000 households in the region. Throughout the years, our mission has remained the same – providing valuable hands-on opportunities for Southern broadcast students and serving as an outreach with programming for the Joplin region.

🎷 Get ready for a night of rhythm and soul! 🎶Join us *today* at **7:30 PM** in the Black Box Theatre for the "Southern J...
11/13/2025

🎷 Get ready for a night of rhythm and soul! 🎶
Join us *today* at **7:30 PM** in the Black Box Theatre for the "Southern Jazz Orchestra," an unforgettable evening of live jazz magic! 💫
🎟️ *Free entry* for everyone—bring your friends and enjoy the vibes!
🎥 Recorded by KGCS-TV, so you might just spot yourself on screen 😉

11/10/2025

This holiday season, let’s make magic happen not just for ourselves, but for those who need it most. Donate a gift, share a smile, and spread the joy! ❤️✨

🌍 Missed a lecture or event from the West Africa Semester? Don’t worry — KGCS has you covered! 🎥✨Catch every moment on C...
11/08/2025

🌍 Missed a lecture or event from the West Africa Semester? Don’t worry — KGCS has you covered! 🎥✨
Catch every moment on Channel 21 or our YouTube channel 🎓💻https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wig5zjGf4-g

🎙️ Entrepreneurship in Action!MSSU had the incredible opportunity to host an inspiring lecture by the owner of PUP, who ...
11/06/2025

🎙️ Entrepreneurship in Action!
MSSU had the incredible opportunity to host an inspiring lecture by the owner of PUP, who shared valuable insights on innovation, resilience, and turning ideas into impact. 💡✨

Captured by our talented KGCS student worker team, this session is now live on our channel! Don’t miss out tune in to gain motivation and entrepreneurial wisdom straight from a successful founder. 🚀

📺 Watch now on Youtube and get inspired!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPEbjcz1l0c

🎙️ Entrepreneurship in Action!MSSU had the incredible opportunity to host an inspiring lecture by the owner of PUP, who ...
11/06/2025

🎙️ Entrepreneurship in Action!
MSSU had the incredible opportunity to host an inspiring lecture by the owner of PUP, who shared valuable insights on innovation, resilience, and turning ideas into impact. 💡✨

Captured by our talented KGCS student worker team, this session is now live on our channel! Don’t miss out; tune in to gain motivation and entrepreneurial wisdom straight from a successful founder. 🚀

📺 Watch now on Youtube and get inspired!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPEbjcz1l0c

CANCELLATION NOTICE: Due to circumstances directly related to the current government shutdown, the ‘Salute to Veterans' ...
11/05/2025

CANCELLATION NOTICE: Due to circumstances directly related to the current government shutdown, the ‘Salute to Veterans' concert scheduled for November 9th has been canceled. The shutdown has temporarily suspended all band performances. We sincerely regret any inconvenience this causes and are actively working to reschedule this performance for a future date. Please continue to follow our page for official updates regarding a new performance date.

10/31/2025

If you missed out on this week's Newsmakers about how to avoid scam artists, you can still watch it this Saturday on KOAM at 5:30 am. 🏘🏡🏠

Or you can watch it on YouTube Right now
https://youtu.be/BdqB0VzESO0

Have a safe Halloween! Tomorrow, join us for a fun, free event at the FEMA Shelter at Residence Life, starting at 7 pm. ...
10/31/2025

Have a safe Halloween! Tomorrow, join us for a fun, free event at the FEMA Shelter at Residence Life, starting at 7 pm. Enjoy free candy and games to play! 🎃👻🎃

Get a feel for Missouri Southern's campus when you attend one of our exciting Lion Pride Visit Days! Learn more about ou...
10/29/2025

Get a feel for Missouri Southern's campus when you attend one of our exciting Lion Pride Visit Days! Learn more about our admissions process and financial aid on November 8th at 9:30 am. 🦁

Learn more by clicking this link
https://www.mssu.edu/calendar/index.php -60a940f1-2d76-4b2e-82b0-2cee7ff8139a-event-f2e11284-635b-473e-a2c5-dfc18cbc61b1

10/28/2025

This week's Behind The Bands will show interviews from North Heights Porchfest. We interview Dr. G and the Tall Man, The Sea Hollies, Eric and Erica French, and the Von Beaver Trapps. Behind the Bands is on KGCS-TV for the next two weeks at 5:30 pm. 🎼🎤🥁

Thanks to the North Heights Porchfest Facebook account for the footage.

10/27/2025

Protect your home from scam artists! Homeownership is a dream for many Americans, but scam artists can be found in every part of the industry, including buying, selling, repairing, and title services. Learn more on KGCS-TV at 5pm and 9 pm. 🏘🏡🏠

Or watch it on YouTube right now
https://youtu.be/BdqB0VzESO0

10/24/2025

Learn CPR training! It was this week's topic on Newsmakers. Learn more about the Joplin Health Department and the Red Cross CPR training program. And also meet a lifesaver on KOAM this Saturday at 5:30 am

You can also watch it on YouTube right now
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MXzovxYt_g

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3950 E. Newman Road
Joplin, MO
64801

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+14176259777

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KGCS has served Missouri Southern State University and the Joplin community since 1984. The station that started as a cable-access channel in Joplin in 1984 has grown to a digital broadcast station serving more than 167,000 households in the region. Throughout the years, our mission has remained the same – providing valuable hands-on opportunities for Southern broadcast students and serving as an outreach with programming for the Joplin region. Hundreds of students have gone through the program in the past 30+ years. This page helps share some of those memories, uniting alumni with current students, faculty, and staff.

If you are a graduate, be sure to keep in touch and let us know how you are doing!