Sunday, May 19 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:46:28 GMT
Peace Lutheran Church was destroyed in the May 22nd 2011 tornado, since service had been held at Bethany Presbyterian Church. On the third Sunday of May more than a hundred attended the 1st service atMore >>
Peace Lutheran Church was destroyed in the May 22nd 2011 tornado, since service had been held at Bethany Presbyterian Church.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 8:03 PM EDT2013-05-13 00:03:07 GMT
In honor of all the mothers out there many local businesses offered up special deals. Schifferdecker Golf Course was just one place offering specials for Mothers Day. Mothers and wives of golfers receivedMore >>
In honor of all the mothers out there many local businesses offered up special deals.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 7:59 PM EDT2013-05-12 23:59:31 GMT
A local official is being honored for his hard work with a big award. Mayor Randy Jones of Mulberry, Kansas has been awarded the prestigious honor of Mayor of The Year from the Kansas Mayors Association.More >>
A local official is being honored for his hard work with a big award.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-05-12 23:51:40 GMT
The Pittsburg Fire Department will be starting the testing process of our fire hydrants on Monday, May 13, 2013. The City of Pittsburg currently has 1,277 fire hydrants. The annual testing of hydrantsMore >>
The Pittsburg Fire Department will be starting the testing process of our fire hydrants on Monday, May 13, 2013.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 7:49 PM EDT2013-05-12 23:49:46 GMT
PARSONS, KS -- The city water distribution system will begin flushing water lines on Monday, May 13, 2013. This flushing will have a duration time of 3 to 4 weeks. Residents may notice some water discolorationMore >>
The city water distribution system will begin flushing water lines on Monday, May 13, 2013. This flushing will have a duration time of 3 to 4 weeks.More >>
Saturday, May 11 2013 7:39 PM EDT2013-05-11 23:39:23 GMT
Missouri Southern State University students donned their hats and gowns for the 2013 commencement ceremony. Students anxiously waited before their names were read and walking across the stage. CeremoniesMore >>
Missouri Southern State University students donned their hats and gowns for the 2013 commencement ceremony. Students anxiously waited before their names were read and walking across the stage. CeremoniesMore >>
Friday, May 10 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:54:06 GMT
A month after a devastating hail storm hits Bourbon County, Kansas recovery efforts get a boost. With tens of millions of dollars in damages, county officials are now realizing the extent of the storm. Windows,More >>
A month after a devastating hail storm hits Bourbon County, Kansas recovery efforts get a boost. With tens of millions of dollars in damages, county officials are now realizing the extent of the storm.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-09 22:24:23 GMT
A local non-profit company has found a unique way to test tornado shelters. They use motorcycles. Imagine a pitching machine in baseball, that uses motorcycles to hurl projectiles. It's a tornado simulatorMore >>
Is a motorcycle the best thing to test a storm shelter? Probably not admits the owner-designer, but it's still practical, cheaper than the alternative, and pretty cool to see in action.More >>
Two are seriously injured in a Nevada, Missouri house fire. A local pizza delivery driver made the 911 call. Dominos workers say Thursday night at about 10:30 they saw a home at 219 Adams Street on Fire.More >>
Investigators offer a $5,000 reward to help find out who started a March fire that destroyed a parole office in Nevada, Missouri. A reward is now being offered for information leading to an arson arrest.More >>
Sunday, May 5 2013 8:24 PM EDT2013-05-06 00:24:09 GMT
The I-44 eastbound on-ramp will be closed beginning Monday, lasting until May 20th. Crews are upgrading the interchange near the new Mercy Hospital. The eastbound off-ramp will remain open.More >>
The I-44 eastbound on-ramp will be closed beginning Monday, lasting until May 20th.More >>
Sunday, May 5 2013 8:21 PM EDT2013-05-06 00:21:31 GMT
A Joplin teen loses his battle with brain cancer. Cooper Vocelka, who'd recently been working to help other kids with cancer through fundraiser's died this morning. Cooper several years ago receivedMore >>
A Joplin teen loses his battle with brain cancer.More >>
Sunday, May 5 2013 8:20 PM EDT2013-05-06 00:20:01 GMT
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol confirms a fatal accident. It happened around 5:00PM Sunday evening. O.H.P. officials tell us it happened on the westbound side, at mile market 280.5 near Big Cabin.More >>
The Oklahoma Highway Patrol confirms a fatal accident.More >>
Saturday, May 4 2013 8:33 PM EDT2013-05-05 00:33:37 GMT
A Seneca Missouri city wide garage sale benefits a local Newton County library. Booths were set up inside Seneca Missouri's junior high school gym. Vendors paid 20 dollars for to rent a booth, sellingMore >>
A Seneca Missouri city wide garage sale benefits a local Newton County library.More >>
Saturday, May 4 2013 8:22 PM EDT2013-05-05 00:22:58 GMT
Missouri lawmakers consider changing the rules for commercial drivers' licenses which could prevent the loss of federal transportation funding. State house members gave early approval to a bill thatMore >>
Missouri lawmakers consider changing the rules for commercial drivers' licenses which could prevent the loss of federal transportation funding.More >>
Friday, May 3 2013 7:09 PM EDT2013-05-03 23:09:40 GMT
Pittsburg State University uses drones to teach students about the ever changing world of technology. PSU is using the drones in the classroom and for promotional videos. While students work on a fewMore >>
Pittsburg State University uses drones to teach students about the ever changing world of technology. PSU is using the drones in the classroom and for promotional videos.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-05-02 21:58:26 GMT
A big fluctuation in temperatures has many going from shorts one day to coats the next. While May is typically a month we prepare for nice weather and yard work, some are having to cover up and stay inside. SchoolMore >>
School administrators are asking parents to remember the drastic changes in the weather when sending their kids to school.More >>
Monday, April 29 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-04-29 22:29:34 GMT
Fort Scott students help a man who suffered from a seizure while driving, lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a tree. More on this story tonight on KOAM News and Fox 14 News at 9.More >>
Fort Scott students provide details on how they helped a man who suffered from a seizure while driving, lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a tree.More >>
Sunday, April 28 2013 8:11 PM EDT2013-04-29 00:11:09 GMT
Several hard working students from Oklahoma earned themselves a reward for excelling in reading tests, a plane ride. "You have to read A. R. books, pass them and my goal was to get 5 points or more" saysMore >>
Several hard working students from Oklahoma earned themselves a reward for excelling in reading tests, a plane ride.More >>
Sunday, April 28 2013 8:02 PM EDT2013-04-29 00:02:06 GMT
Democrats in Crawford County Kansas, congregated at Lincoln Park in Pittsburg for a picnic. The event was held to rally up supporters in the area for upcoming elections. Some elected officials were onMore >>
Democrats in Crawford County Kansas, congregated at Lincoln Park in Pittsburg for a picnic.More >>
Sunday, April 28 2013 7:58 PM EDT2013-04-28 23:58:11 GMT
With warm weather, what a better way to spend it than with a picnic to benefit a local women's medical clinic and resource center. Life Choices held it's annual spring event at Landreth Park in Joplin.More >>
With warm weather, what a better way to spend it than with a picnic to benefit a local women's medical clinic and resource center.More >>
Saturday, April 27 2013 8:07 PM EDT2013-04-28 00:07:23 GMT
Thousands of cars fill the streets of Carl Junction, for the city wide rummage sale. Shoppers came hoping to find items for a fraction of the regular cost. Homes across the city placed garage sale signsMore >>
Thousands of cars fill the streets of Carl Junction, for the city wide rummage sale.More >>
Saturday, April 27 2013 8:04 PM EDT2013-04-28 00:04:50 GMT
The rain may have put a damper on outdoor activities, but at the Joplin Family YMCA, kids rushed indoors to keep get fit having fun. YMCA's across the country celebrated "Healthy Kids Day". The freeMore >>
The rain may have put a damper on outdoor activities, but at the Joplin Family YMCA, kids rushed indoors to keep get fit having fun.More >>
Saturday, April 27 2013 8:02 PM EDT2013-04-28 00:02:27 GMT
Keeping prescription drugs out of the hands of street sellers is of the goal of the "Got Drugs Program" and it's made its way to our area. Officials are encouraging everyone to take advantage of theMore >>
Keeping prescription drugs out of the hands of street sellers is of the goal of the "Got Drugs Program" and it's made its way to our area.More >>
Saturday, April 27 2013 7:59 PM EDT2013-04-27 23:59:13 GMT
An incident involving cell phones in Webb City prompts a police investigation. A number of students are suspended, police are investigating and the superintendent hopes to squelch rumors compounding theMore >>
An incident involving cell phones in Webb City prompts a police investigation.More >>
Friday, April 19 2013 1:32 PM EDT2013-04-19 17:32:51 GMT
News release issued by the Joplin Police Department Joplin investigators are currently working a shooting scene at Motel 6, located at 3031 S. Rangeline Rd. At 08:35 hours the Joplin Police DepartmentMore >>
Authorities reveal why they were searching for a suspect at a Joplin motel last week that ended in a shootout. On Friday April 12 U.S. Marshal's agents located Michael Findley at Motel 6. Authorities shot and killed the suspect as they attempted to take him into custody.More >>
Chanute police have found a body at the scene of a fire that occurred last week. The fire happened at 221 Lafayette Avenue in Chanute. The cause of that fire is still under investigation and the identityMore >>
Chanute, Kansas murder suspect Brian Shields is involved in a high speed chase, loses control of his vehicle, and is now in serious condition in a St. Joseph, Missouri hospital. More >>
Sunday, April 14 2013 9:03 PM EDT2013-04-15 01:03:06 GMT
Contestants hurl balls across the court trying to rack up more points to win a shuffleboard tournament for a Frontenac High School scholarship. The tournament, along with an auction and 5k run and walk,More >>
Contestants hurl balls across the court trying to rack up more points to win a shuffleboard tournament for a Frontenac High School scholarship.More >>
Sunday, April 14 2013 8:57 PM EDT2013-04-15 00:57:00 GMT
A Pittsburg State University student wants to give back to Vernon Counties 4H program with an enrollment fair. P.S.U. senior Jennifer Hancock chose to help the 4H program because she went through itMore >>
A Pittsburg State University student wants to give back to Vernon Counties 4H program with an enrollment fair.More >>
Sunday, April 14 2013 8:52 PM EDT2013-04-15 00:52:22 GMT
An organization in Pittsburg that lost it's building to a fire in May of 2011, breaks ground for it's new site. Members of the Knights of Columbus Council #883 tossed some dirt this afternoon at 12thMore >>
An organization in Pittsburg that lost it's building to a fire in May of 2011, breaks ground for it's new site.More >>
Sunday, April 14 2013 8:48 PM EDT2013-04-15 00:48:32 GMT
High wind gusts cause a truck carrying a home trailer to overturn in Crawford County, KS Sunday afternoon. Police received a call around 1:00PM when a truck driving along 400 west, went off the road becauseMore >>
High wind gusts cause a truck carrying a home trailer to overturn in Crawford County, KS Sunday afternoon.More >>
Saturday, April 13 2013 8:04 PM EDT2013-04-14 00:04:23 GMT
From roofing, to flooring and every room in your home, there was a little bit of everything at today's home show in Parsons. The Parsons community packed the former Sutherland's building for this yearsMore >>
From roofing, to flooring and every room in your home, there was a little bit of everything at today's home show in Parsons.More >>
Saturday, April 13 2013 8:01 PM EDT2013-04-14 00:01:05 GMT
A Jay middle school principal returns to his job after a trial only to resign. Roger Shane Carroll was found not guilty of manslaughter and reckless operation of a vessel charges March 28th. CarrollMore >>
A Jay middle school principal returns to his job after a trial only to resign.More >>
Saturday, April 13 2013 7:59 PM EDT2013-04-13 23:59:14 GMT
Sheep and goat owners get a lesson on breeding and showing their animals. The southwest Missouri sheep and goat fitting and showmanship clinic was held at double down arena today. Showmen from Missouri,More >>
Sheep and goat owners get a lesson on breeding and showing their animals.More >>
Saturday, April 13 2013 7:55 PM EDT2013-04-13 23:55:10 GMT
It's a weekend of boot camp for future Marines at Camp Clark, Nevada. The purpose is so recruits get the real experience of Marine boot camp. All weekend long recruits test their skills on combat simulators,More >>
It's a weekend of boot camp for future Marines at Camp Clark, Nevada.More >>
Sunday, April 7 2013 9:03 PM EDT2013-04-08 01:03:47 GMT
A dinner and silent auction is held for two families injured in a car accident near Nevada. The fundraiser is held at Lucky J Steakhouse and Arena, for the families of Andrew Heese and Daniel Castor. TheMore >>
A dinner and silent auction is held for two families injured in a car accident near Nevada.More >>
Sunday, April 7 2013 8:59 PM EDT2013-04-08 00:59:15 GMT
Monday East 20th street in Duquesne will be closing. Starting at 7:00 AM from Duquesne road to East Kenser road, 20th street will be closed. This is to make a utility cut for the new middle school.More >>
Monday east 20th street in Duquesne will be closing.More >>
Sunday, April 7 2013 8:53 PM EDT2013-04-08 00:53:52 GMT
Newton County Sheriff's Office recovers a stolen pickup truck, construction equipment and a mobile meth lab while following up on a tip. Chief Deputy Chris Jennings says the truck was stolen from FortMore >>
Newton County Sheriff's Office recovers a stolen pickup truck, construction equipment and a mobile meth lab while following up on a tip.More >>
Sunday, April 7 2013 8:51 PM EDT2013-04-08 00:51:43 GMT
A Neosho man is held accountable for financially backing three candidates for, the Neosho city council election campaigns in April of 2012. The ruling came against citizens for growth treasurer GeneMore >>
A Neosho man is held accountable for financially backing three candidates for, the Neosho city council election campaigns in April of 2012.More >>
Saturday, April 6 2013 9:42 PM EDT2013-04-07 01:42:12 GMT
The Pittsburg community is taking care of some residents in need. Pittsburg State University student's kicked off their annual "Big Event" and the purpose is to give back to the community that givesMore >>
The Pittsburg community is taking care of some residents in need.More >>
Saturday, April 6 2013 9:36 PM EDT2013-04-07 01:36:13 GMT
A community in Southeast Kansas is coming together to raise money for a little girl burned in a fire and a family who lost everything. Saturday at the Southeast High School in Cherokee Kansas, the communityMore >>
A community in Southeast Kansas is coming together to raise money for a little girl burned in a fire and a family who lost everything.
Saturday, April 6 2013 9:31 PM EDT2013-04-07 01:31:07 GMT
Joplin Police investigate an accident near Grand Falls on Shoal Creek. Glass and skid marks were seen where the accident took place on Riverside Drive. Joplin police tell us a vehicle rolled over. PoliceMore >>
Joplin Police investigate an accident near Grand Falls on Shoal Creek.More >>
Saturday, April 6 2013 9:29 PM EDT2013-04-07 01:29:12 GMT
Joplin police respond to reports of a stabbing. It happened at this house at 3114 east 8th street around 4 PM Saturday afternoon. Police have confirmed one man was stabbed. Neighbors tell us they calledMore >>
Joplin police respond to reports of a stabbing.More >>
Friday, April 5 2013 7:15 PM EDT2013-04-05 23:15:33 GMT
Interest rates are low and a local realtor says now is the time to buy a house in the Joplin area. If you're looking to buy you may have noticed all the houses that have been built throughout the pathMore >>
If you're looking to buy you may have noticed all the houses that have been built throughout the path of destruction from the May 22 tornado. Lots of for sale signs and also lots of sold ones.More >>
Thursday, April 4 2013 7:58 PM EDT2013-04-04 23:58:40 GMT
Southeast USD 247 in Cherokee is hosting an open house Thursday for its STEM curriculum to showcase projects the students have completed and new products coming for the kids. USD 247 Pitsco STEM EducationMore >>
Southeast USD 247 in Cherokee, Kansas is hosting an open house Thursday for its STEM curriculum to showcase projects the students have completed and new products coming for the kids.More >>
The Federal Bureau of Investigation and the ATF are joining an investigation into an alleged plot to bomb 48 churches in the Miami, Oklahoma area. Gregory Arthur Weiller II, age 24, is in custody andMore >>
Gregory Weiler has been found temporarily mentally unfit to stand trial. Weiler is suspected of planning to fire-bomb 48 churches around Miami, Oklahoma. The defense says over the past five years Weiler has been hospitalized several times for mental health issues.More >>
Monday, April 1 2013 10:15 PM EDT2013-04-02 02:15:42 GMT
If you're a runner and live in the four states, a children's center is in your need of show donations. "I was just thinking when I was a kid about having a new, how excited I was about a new pair of shoesMore >>
If you're a runner and live in the four states, a children's center is in your need of show donations.More >>
Sunday, March 31 2013 9:45 PM EDT2013-04-01 01:45:15 GMT
Easter Sunday brought lots of colorful eggs to kids who came out to carousel park. 15 thousand eggs were spread on the grounds with other prizes given away as well. Kids paid a dollar to participateMore >>
Easter Sunday brought lots of colorful eggs to kids who came out to carousel park.More >>
Sunday, March 31 2013 9:43 PM EDT2013-04-01 01:43:13 GMT
A group of golfers get together inside to teach the sport to others. The MSSU golf team met at the Carl McConnell activity center with Community Support Services, to teach the sport to those who areMore >>
A group of golfers get together inside to teach the sport to others.More >>
Sunday, March 31 2013 9:39 PM EDT2013-04-01 01:39:37 GMT
Emergency crews respond to an evening fire in Webb City. At 5:49 PM Webb City fire department received a call of a fire at 801 Horseshoe Drive.Crews say the fire started in the attic space. The home ownerMore >>
Emergency crews respond to an evening fire in Webb City.More >>
Sunday, March 31 2013 9:31 PM EDT2013-04-01 01:31:32 GMT
The Joplin Salvation Army held an Easter breakfast, serving pancakes, eggs and bacon. Egg dyeing, Easter baskets and an egg hunt was also offered. The Easter bunny even showed up to take pictures withMore >>
The Joplin Salvation Army held an Easter breakfast, serving pancakes, eggs and bacon. Egg dyeing, Easter baskets and an egg hunt was also offered.More >>
Saturday, March 30 2013 9:22 PM EDT2013-03-31 01:22:49 GMT
A severe thunderstorm brings pea to dime sized hail to the station south of Pittsburg in Cherokee County, Kansas. Please post your storm pictures on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/#!/koMore >>
A severe thunderstorm brings pea to dime sized hail to the station south of Pittsburg in Cherokee County, Kansas. Please post your storm pictures on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/#!/koMore >>
Saturday, March 30 2013 9:17 PM EDT2013-03-31 01:17:40 GMT
A workshop warning of the risk factors for suicide draws one hundred attendees. Held at Missouri Southern, the Trevor Project workshop was held to educate people about the warning signs of suicide andMore >>
A workshop warning of the risk factors for suicide draws one hundred attendees.More >>
Saturday, March 30 2013 9:12 PM EDT2013-03-31 01:12:17 GMT
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin says yes to legislation authorizing a horse slaughtering facility in Oklahoma. Opponents of the bill say the measure will expose horses to inhumane treatment and say horsesMore >>
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin says yes to legislation authorizing a horse slaughtering facility in Oklahoma.More >>
Saturday, March 30 2013 9:08 PM EDT2013-03-31 01:08:52 GMT
A single vehicle crash left a 21 year old man dead. Kolter Delange was driving on Kansas highway 146, 4 miles east of Walnut when his Dodge truck left the road and overturned into the south ditch. DelangeMore >>
A single vehicle crash left a 21 year old man dead.More >>
Lindsey Henry
Reporter
Lindsey was raised in Katy, Texas, a surburb of Houston, though most of her family is from Joplin.
With a degree in Mass Communications Broadcast Production, Lindsey interned at KXAN-TV in Austin, Texas, and also spent time at KIII-TV in Corpus Christi.
