1995 Throwback: Dowe and Oprah make a promo
For Throwback Thursday, KOAM is sharing a promotional video with Dowe Quick and Oprah Winfrey.
Entertainment
JHS Theater Department returns to the stage with 'The Drowsy Chaperone
Theater students at Joplin High School are preparing for their next performance, "The Drowsy Chaperone".
DMX, rapper and actor, dies at 50
DMX, a rapper and actor, has died, his family announced in a statement. He was 50.
MSSU's 'Southern Showcase, Onstage!' to highlight Broadway classics
The Missouri Southern State University music and theatre departments will present some of the best from Broadway in its "Southern Showcase, Onstage!" show.
Tulsa Opera fires composer of Greenwood massacre piece
The Tulsa Opera has canceled a piece written for a concert on the city’s 1921 race massacre after the composer of one of four pieces for the event refused a request to remove a curse on America from the piece.
Branson musician pleads guilty to creating fake charity
A Branson performer pleads guilty to wire fraud, admitting he created a fake charity for foster children. James Garrett asked his John Denver Tribute audience to donate, bilking them of thousands of dollars.
Little Balkans Days festival returns for 2021
The Festival Committee announces the return of Little Balkans Days and is looking for input on activities.
Lightwire Theatre comes to the Bowlus Fine Arts Center
Bowlus Fine Arts Center director Daniel Kays talked with Michael Hayslip about how the center has had to adapt to the pandemic. Michael also got a preview of some upcoming shows.
KOAM Spring Break Sweepstakes
Watch KOAM Morning News on March 24, 25 and 26, 2021. Once you hear or see the codeword, head here and begin your entry.
New partnership provides Arvest Bank customers discounts for Silver Dollar City
Arvest Bank customers can save some money when buying tickets for Silver Dollar City thanks to a new partnership.
Rush Limbaugh, conservative talk radio pioneer, dead at 70
Rush Limbaugh, talk radio host and voice of American conservatism, has died after his battle with lung cancer. He was 70-years-old.
Wendy's takes aim at Pittsburg on National Roast Day
The Wendy's social media team celebrated "National Roast Day" Thursday slamming all who quite literally asked for it. Pittsburg was no exception.
'Wizard of Oz' remake planned with 'Watchman' director
Are we off to see the wizard, the Wonderful Wizard of Oz — again? New Line Cinema is making a new adaptation of “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz,” L. Frank Baum children’s novel, with Nicole Kassell, the visual architect of “Watchmen,” set to direct.
Run it Back! KOAM hosts special coverage ahead of the Big Game
Watch the KOAM special tonight on FOX14 at 6:30! We look back on the season, along with predictions, fan stories and more!
Run it Back! Outakes of KOAM's virtual party promo
Sometimes, it just takes a few takes.. Don't miss the KOAM Promo ahead of the Super Bowl on CBS! Go Chiefs!
Run it Back! Check out KOAM's virtual party promo
KOAM cheers on the Chiefs in a virtual party
How to watch Super Bowl LV
Learn how you can watch the Big Game this Sunday. It's Chiefs versus Buccaneers. Patrick Mahomes against Tom Brady.
Groundbreaking for future Joplin arts complex
Organizers break ground for the Harry M. Cornell Arts and Entertainment Complex.
'Saved by the Bell' star Dustin Diamond dies of cancer at 44
“Saved by the Bell” star Dustin Diamond died Monday after a three-week fight with carcinoma.
Cornell Complex to break ground Feb. 1
A groundbreaking ceremony will be held for the Harry M. Cornell Arts & Entertainment Complex Feb. 1, 1:00 p.m. at the Complex site 212 West 7th Street, Joplin, MO. All attendees will be asked to wear masks and observe social distancing practices.
Colonial Fox Theatre Foundation receive $20,000 grant
PITTSBURG, Kan. - The Colonial Fox Theatre Foundation receives a $20,000 grant from the Kansas Creative Arts Industries Commission in partnership with the National Endowment of the Arts and the Kansas…
Larry King, hospitalized with COVID, moved out of ICU
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Veteran talk show host Larry King, suffering from COVID-19, has been moved out of the intensive care unit at a Los Angeles hospital and is breathing on his own, a…
Fun Zone Depot open for business in Pittsburg
The Fun Zone Depot is open in Downtown Pittsburg. A ribbon cutting was held in December.
Tanya Roberts, Bond Girl and 'That 70s Show' actress, has died
LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Actress Tanya Roberts, who is best known for her role as a Bond girl in "A View to a Kill" and Midge Pinciotti on "That '70s Show," has died. She…
