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Joplin, Montana

Joplin, Montana is an unincorporated community and census-designated place located in Liberty County. According to the 2020 census, the population of Joplin was 159 residents. It is a small, rural community.

3 hours ago : EF1 Tornado Confirmed in Joplin, Montana: Damage Reported in Northwest Area

The National Weather Service confirmed an EF1 tornado struck Northwest Joplin, Missouri, causing damage. Reports indicate the tornado touched down Friday morning, with investigations ongoing to assess the full extent of the impact.

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1902: Station house on the Great Northern Railway

As early as 1902, Joplin was a station house on the Great Northern Railway.

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1910: Joplin founded

In 1910, Joplin was founded by Lebanese immigrant Joseph E. Rehal, who also became the town's first postmaster.

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1974: Graduating class

In 1974, the Joplin graduating class consisted of 18 students.

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2000: Census of 2000

According to the census of 2000, Joplin had a population of 210 people, 91 households, and 66 families.

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2005: Joplin School closed

In 2005, the former Joplin School was closed when the Chester-Joplin-Inverness public school district was formed.

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2020: 2020 census

In 2020, the census reported Joplin's population as 159.

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September 25, 2021: Amtrak train derailment

On September 25, 2021, Amtrak passenger train 7/27, the westbound Empire Builder, derailed 1 mile west of Joplin, Montana, resulting in three fatalities and 50 injuries.

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