KOAM News to Know 10-30
A Carthage Man has been charged in a shooting that happened outside of Carthage.
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Tuesday Evening October 29th - Messy Wednesday lined up for us
With one more wave out west ready to push in, we'll be set for a cloudy and cold Wednesday with rain and wintry weather ready to pass through.
Carthage fire station two officially manned and operational
Carthage, Missouri officially has two fire stations that are fully operational.
Police search for armed robbery suspect in Pittsburg
Authorities say an armed man took money from a convenience store in Pittsburg. They are still searching for the suspect.
Crowder College plans to allow medical marijuana on campus, guidelines being discussed
Crowder College plans to rewrite school policies to allow medical marijuana on campus, but it comes with regulations.
One man biking across America to help those facing depression, thoughts of suicide
One man is traveling across the country, on a bicycle. His mission, to help those facing depression and suicidal thoughts. But, that wasn't his goal, at first.
KOAM News to Know 10-29
A verdict in the case of a stabbing death involving two residents of a half-way house in Ottawa County.
Tuesday AM Blog: More rain and maybe snow!!!!!!
Good Tuesday morning! I hope you had a great weekend and Monday. I had a busy one over the weekend. We had my sons football party at the house on Saturday. We did a parent's vs kids kickball game and…
Best selling author, entrepreneur, speaks on inclusion at PSU
Inclusion is a big part of best-selling author Clifton Taulbert's message... one that he shared with students at Pittsburg State University.
Jury convicts Oklahoma man of manslaughter in murder trial
An Ottawa County jury finds Andrew Jones guilty of manslaughter for the death of John Woods, 35, of Sapulpa, Oklahoma.
Joplin Plaza to be redeveloped into 'Creekside Plaza', as new retail/entertainment destination
The Newmark Moses Tucker Partners along with Joplin City officials are pushing for a development concept, called Creekside Plaza. The concept would redevelop what is known as Joplin Plaza.
Crash in Newton County claims lives of two
A motorcycle crash in Newton County claims the lives of two.
Neighbors hold prayer walk and fundraiser for family of murder victim
A community comes out to support the family of a child killed in a case of domestic violence.
KOAM News to Know 10-28
One man is dead in Delaware County after an Officer Involved Shooting.
Late Sunday October 27th - Much cooler week lined up
After a nice and mild day to wrap up the weekend, our attention now shifts to returning cooler air and rain (possibly snow) chances for the next several days.
Rotary Sculpture Garden opens in Mercy Park
Mercy Park in Joplin is now home to the Rotary Sculpture Garden.
Late Saturday October 26th - Mild & nice for one more day
We said good-bye to one system Saturday afternoon. That will leave us with a nice and mild Sunday to enjoy before our next big change rolls on in.
Newton Co. Rescue Chief Grady Weston passes unexpectedly
He gave to the community in life. Now his family is giving again to the community to honor him in death. Newton County Rescue and Recovery Chief Grady Weston died unexpectedly Thursday. Weston was a trained diver who worked with…
Local teacher and children's book author raises money towards student's surgery
A local Carl Junction teacher and children’s book Author and Illustrator named Izzy B is donating proceeds from the sale of his newest book, as well as raffle proceeds, to one of his students who has Cerebral Palsy and is in need of surgery.
Joplin hosts first festival highlighting female artists, musicians
An event aimed at breaking down barriers in the music industry comes to Joplin.
Vaping products included in DEA's Prescription Drug Take Back Day
October 26 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, and this year, for the first time, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is including vaping devices in its take back event.
Explosives detonated in Nevada, Missouri late Friday night
According to a Facebook post by the Nevada, Mo Fire Department, homeowners in Nevada found some old explosives in the area of South College and West Barr.
UPDATE: Man killed in officer involved shooting identified by OSBI
Officer involved shooting leaves one dead in Delaware county.
Hepatitis A reported in Joplin, health officials investigating outbreak
Health officials in Jasper County say they're investigating a regional Hepatitis A outbreak.
