Joplin Firefighters Christmas for kids campaign overcomes challenging year
The community steps up in a big way, after a prominent donor can't give to the Joplin Area Firefighters Christmas for Kids campaign. But, they still need donations.
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Estimated bills concern Empire customers
Some Liberty-Utilities-Empire District customers believe they might be paying more than they need to through estimated bills.
Joplin Police Department trying to combat declining police recruits
The Joplin Police Department announcing today some new hires, some of them, coming with experience. But, bringing in new officers has become a challenge for many departments nationwide, including JPD and it's not just because of pay.
KOAM Morning News to Know 12-17
Officials suspect a fireplace could be the source of a fire Friday night at a home on the state line. Plus all the news you need to know before you walk out the door.
Distribution day for Newton County Food Basket Brigade
The Newton County Food Basket Brigade has a big day, as more than two hundred volunteers help distribute food to more than two thousand people in the community.
Ottawa County identifies body
A homicide investigation is underway in Ottawa county, Oklahoma, after the body of a 20-year-old male is found at 3rd and Main in Cardin.
PSU announces funeral plans for Jack Overman
Pittsburg State University announces funeral plans for the legendary PSU figure, Jack Overman. He passed away on Saturday, December 8th, 2018. Overman celebrated his 100th birthday on August 23rd in the student center that bears his name.PSU President Steve Scott…
KOAM Morning News to Know 12-14
A homicide investigation is underway after a body is found in Ottawa County, Oklahoma. Plus all the news you need to know before you walk out the door.
Bite Squad delivery service coming to Joplin
Life can get hectic sometimes, and even the convenience of a drive-thru just won't work. But now, you may be able to get some help getting dinner to your home.
PSU Volleyball to host winter academy
This will be a five-week academy where girls ages 7-13 can learn/practice the basic skills of volleyball.
Pittsburg's White, Butcher earn 4A All-State honors
Pittsburg High School WR Dylan White and LB Jerek Butcher earned All-State recognition from the KFBCA on Tuesday.
Stolen cattle from Cherokee County recovered in Oklahoma
Seventeen steers stolen from a ranch in southeast Kansas. Two people, now in custody in Oklahoma City and they've been linked to another cattle theft in Cherokee County in November.
KOAM Morning News to Know 12-13
17 stolen steers are back in Cherokee County after a multi-state operation to track down the suspected thieves in Oklahoma City. Plus all the news you need to know before you walk out the door.
Homicide investigation in Ottawa County
The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office is investigating a body found in the southern part of the county. According to Sheriff Jeremy Floyd the body is a man who authorities believe is in his 20's. Sheriff Floyd says the male victim appeared to be dumped at 3rd and Main in Cardin, Oklahoma.
Grant jump starts completion of Interstate 49 project
A 25-million dollar grant from the U-S Department of Transportation will go toward completion of Interstate-49 between McDonald county, Missouri and west of Bella Vista, Arkansas.
Health department grant focuses on opioid crisis
Health Departments in Crawford, Labette and Neosho county Kansas receive grant funding to create local programs for opioid education and intervention.
Laptop with applications for Christmas for Kids program is stolen
Organizers with the Newton County Christmas for Kids program say a laptop was stolen that contained applications filled out by local families.
Missouri woman convicted of 1992 murder settles McDonald County rape case
The McDonald County Missouri Sheriff's Department has reached a settlement with a woman who claimed she was raped by a jailer when she was in county custody 25 years ago.
New mural in downtown Joplin
You may be familiar with the brand "Toms". What you may not be familiar with, is their new campaign, and that campaign has made it right here to the four-states.
Food Basket Brigade community collection day gathers volunteers
Volunteers help gather donations that will impact hundreds of families during the holidays.
KOAM Morning News to Know 12-11
A judge has sentenced a Galena, Kansas man who pleaded guilty to two arsons. Plus all the news you need to know before you walk out the door.
One person killed after crane collapse in Kansas
A man is killed after a crane collapse south of Fredonia, KS. According to Wilson County Sheriff Pete Figgin's, deputies were called Friday morning about a possible on site work related accident.
Heart attack survivor shares her story to raise awareness
A local heart attack survivor shared her story at an annual luncheon to raise heart disease awareness.
KOAM Morning News to Know 12-10
Some citizens in Redfield, Kansas consider moving after the city passes an ordinance many find unaffordable. Plus all the news you need to know before you walk out the door.
