Kansas sees medical worker shortage
A recent labor market report shows Kansas struggling to fill a growing number of vacancies in the medical work force.
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Former Pineville youth pastor changes plea
A former Pineville, Mo. youth pastor accused of producing child pornography has changed his plea.
Oklahoma teenager arrested after threatening a high school
A Pittsburg County teenager is in custody after she made a threat against McAlester High School.
Joplin to host visit by the Stanley Cup
On Friday, October 11 the Stanley Cup is coming to Joplin!
Peterson Outdoor Ministries hosts 1st annual Fall Festival of Hope
The Peterson Outdoor Ministries is a non-profit that ministers to disabled combat veterans, their families and those with disabilities year-round through outdoor activities and outreach programs.
Newly expanded Sarcoxie veterans memorial dedicated during Chief Sarcoxie Days
A dedication ceremony in Jasper County honors those who have served our country with a new addition to the historic Sarcoxie square.
Prairie Day brings history to life at Carver Park
Hundreds of people visit George Washington Carver National Monument where the annual "Prairie Day" celebration brings history to life.
Motorcycle hits and kills pedestrian in Newton County
According to Missouri Highway Patrol, Millikin lost control of his motorcycle, hitting a pedestrian on the road: 42-year-old Kenneth Arehart.
Wyandotte Nation holds 30th annual pow wow
The Wyandotte Nation celebrating it's heritage and culture with its 30th annual pow wow.
KOAM News to Know 9-16
A Wichita judge sentences an Ohio man for his role in a swatting death. Casey Viner will serve 15 months in prison.
2017 Ford Explorer recall
The 2017 Ford Explorer has been recalled for having seat frames with sharp edges.
Neosho High School students paint their parking spaces to raise money for Project Graduation
Juniors and Seniors at Neosho High School brightened up their parking spaces and raised money for project graduation.
Gem City Days draws large crowd
Tradition continues with the 27th Annual Gem City Days in Diamond, Missouri.
Saturday Morning Blog: Heating up for the weekend. Changes down the road.
Good Saturday morning! I am ready for the weekend! I hope all of you are. My son has football pics this morning, then stuff around the house. Of course I will yell and scream at the TV for about 3…
Small businesses get a helping hand in Pittsburg
Toast is one of 9 new start-ups that got up and running in Pittsburg in 2019 after receiving guidance from Pittsburg's Small Business Development Center.
Student in recovery after explosion at Carthage Technical Center
The Carthage Police Department says a student has been hospitalized after an explosion at the Carthage, Missouri Technical Center.
Names released of Jasper County Deputy shot and alleged suspect found dead
The Jasper County Sheriff's Office releases the names of the deputy shot and the alleged suspect found dead on the property.
Name released in fatality crash in Montgomery County
Officials confirm the death of a temporary city worker in a one-vehicle truck accident east of Independence, Kansas today. Another worker was injured.
Jasper County Deputy shot is doing good, suspect found dead
Jasper County Sheriff's Office says they were following up on leads of a stolen vehicle. They went to a residence east of Joplin when shots were fired and a deputy was hit in the right leg.
KOAM News to Know 9-13
A Jasper County Deputy is in the hospital and a suspect is dead after an officer involved shooting near Joplin.
City of Erie considers purchasing grocery store
The City of Erie is looking into buying Stub's Market, the only full grocery store in the town, after the store's owners voice their desire to retire.
4-State veterans want solutions for homeless veterans
Mike Donovan is a Marine Corps veteran living in Joplin, who was homeless for the last four years. But that changed on Thursday.
Thursday evening: Storms continue this evening but improves Friday.
Good Thursday evening! We have been watching the strong storms rolling through the area this evening. These storms will continue over the next several hours. Some of these will be strong, but most will stay under severe limits. I expect,…
Man arrested for sexual trafficking, rape of a child in Jasper and Lawrence Counties
Authorities arrest Christopher Versteeg, 39, of Stotts City for first degree statutory sodomy, first degree statutory rape and sexual trafficking of a child.
