In the world of pediatric research, the success stories of children overcoming rare diseases are what keep families hopeful. However, the reality is that of the more than 7,000 rare pediatric diseases, only…
Snow days no longer mean a break from school, at least for most students. The Carthage School District is working hard to make sure students keep learning as snow does go virtual.
For Wildcat Wednesday, Cheri Nelson joined the KOAM Morning News to share information about the virtual 4-H Wildlife Project being offered through Wildcat Extension. She also walks through a Birdseed Bell feeder…
With only a few days left until the big game, there are a handful of unique ways to gear up for Super Bowl Sunday. One of those is by putting together your own…
A Missouri lawmaker files legislation that could change how some Missourians spend their final days.
“I love filling this barn up with kids and teaching them how pumpkins grow.” For 25 years, Ruth Zimmerman and her husband hosted families and classes on their pumpkin farm in McCune, Kansas. …
As 2020 finally comes to an end, Emily Frankoski joined us on the KOAM Morning News to reflect on what the last year has taught local artists and shown…
Today, Missouri Governor Mike Parson announces $46 million in child care funding to help support providers and working families.
Whether they're in-person or across the country, caregivers have been presented with all sorts of challenges this year. From physical needs to emotional needs, those providing care and those receiving it rely…
If you had $25,000 to spend however you wanted, what would you do with it? Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters is offering you the possibility of finding out,…
When it comes to your child's education, one might not see the world of arts and crafts as a portal into the world of science. That's why Pitsco's Anna Gudde and her…
When you're feeling a little under the weather, it's easy to read into whatever a Google search pulls up. Don't get us wrong: As long as you don't let what you…
Looking for things to do with the family? With your partner? On your own? Lucky for you, we asked Emily Frankoski with Connect2Culture to zoom by to share the different events, exhibits, performances,…
Breathe in. Breathe out. Breathe in... LaStacia Ross stopped by the Morning Show on Wednesday to share some tips for deep breathing and meditation. In a presidential election like this, you may want to…
There is no education like the one you'll get at a former schoolhouse in Waco, Missouri. When the Renn Brothers bought the abandoned building a few years back, they knew exactly what…
When Nick Janzen lifted up his daughter in the middle of a Wichita Wal-Mart, he had no idea he was creating a social media sensation. Neither did her mother, Ivy, who'd gave birth…
Dr. Seuss would be proud. While the last 8 months have been challenging, they've also shown us new ways to have fun at home. Whether you're a parent…
If one thing is clear, it's that Safehouse Crisis Center helps 4-staters put their present situation in the past, and turn their focus to the future. With it being National Domestic Violence…
♫ Young man, there's a place you can go (again) ♫ After almost 8 months of this new normal, local organizations like the YMCA are doing their best to slowly and safely kick…
If you have a Curious Mind, then you've come to the right place. Becky Falke with Curious Minds checked in with the morning show to share a fun experiment for kids…
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is loosening the restrictions on visits at nursing homes in the state.
Meet some children in Kansas ready to be adopted into a forever family.
With the 2020 Neosho Fall Festival right around the corner (October 3rd), Paul Richardson stopped by the morning show to explain what this year's festival looks like. If you go, who knows?…
