Keri Worthen - KOAM News Now

25/12/2022

23/12/2022

Watch me anchor the 5,6,9, & 10!!

22/12/2022

If you don't have a wood-burning stove or fireplace, you may need to think ahead to what you should do if you lose power in the sub-freezing temperatures.

If you don't have a wood-burning stove or fire-place, you may need to think ahead to what you should do if you lose power in the sub-freezing temperatures.

16/12/2022

Local veterinarians say she is seeing a rise in flu cases in dogs.

Local Veterinarian is seeing more cases of the flu in dogs than previous years.

14/12/2022

A group of dogs were found wandering the Chanute area seven months ago.

13/12/2022

Local health professionals are sharing their insight into how sickness and symptoms play a role during cold winter months.

JOPLIN, Mo - Local health professionals are sharing their insight into how sickness and symptoms play a role during cold winter months.

06/12/2022

The WATCO Christmas Train stops in Pittsburg to take 300 1st graders on an hour-long train ride.

06/12/2022

Alorcia partners with Joplin Fire Department for their 5th Annual Christmas for Kids Campaign. The employees of Alorcia donate toys and wrapping supplies to help local kids on Christmas. Alorcia has donated over 2,000 gifts and 2,000 dollars in cash to the charity.
Alorica - Joplin, MO
Joplin Area Firefighters Christmas for Kids

05/12/2022

Joplin could get millions of dollars to help with storm and wastewater improvements.
The city is eligible to get more than 12 million dollars in matching state funds to help improve and update nine projects.
If Joplin matches dollar for dollar, the city will spend more than 25 million dollars on the projects.

05/12/2022

Watch me anchor the noon newscast on KOAM!

02/12/2022

In Chanute at the Parade of lights! If you see me say hi and I have a nerf football to play catch!
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30/11/2022

One local woman has an abundance of breast milk and decided to help other mothers who need it. More on this story tonight on KOAM.
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25/11/2022

Two local fishermen qualified for a National Bass Championship in South Carolina. I hopped in the boat with them to see what it takes to prepare. You can watch all the fun tonight on KOAM.

Also a video of me about to fall off the boat purely for your entertainment!

https://www.koamnewsnow.com/local-fishing-team-preps-for-tournament-reacts-to-cheating/

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Columbus Bass Club

24/11/2022

I am Thankful for my 3 kids!

24/11/2022

Cherokee United Methodist Church hosts its annual Thanksgiving Dinner. It was free to anyone. I will have more on this story tonight on KOAM.
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24/11/2022

My first 5k! I am soaked but I am so proud of myself! It has been a goal of mine to run a 5k! Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Thank you to The Running Collective for hosting this event!

24/11/2022

The Running Collective is a group that was started here in Pittsburg for running, joggers, fast or slow walkers. This morning they are hosting a 5k Turkey Trot! It does not cost a thing unless you want a medal. It starts at 8:10am sharp.
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The Running Collective

23/11/2022

3 single mothers received vehicles today. All through the low cost vehicle program. Watch KOAM tonight to hear from two of the mothers.
I don’t usually get emotional on stories, it part of the job but this one really got to me.
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22/11/2022

Today my oldest turns 11! Alline of course wanted to be on the KOAM birthdays this morning. 💙🥳

21/11/2022

UPDATE
The stuffed animals had an amazing time at their sleep over at the Miami Public Library. Then they all had breakfast the following morning. These pictures were sent to me from the Library and I am loving their fun adventures they had over this past weekend!
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18/11/2022

Our little adventure today to the Miami Public Library for their first stuffed animal sleepover! Milk Dud made new friends!
Miami Public Library

18/11/2022

Stuffed Animal Sleepover here at the Miami Public Library
Miami Public Library
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18/11/2022

I am headed to Miami for a stuffed animal sleep over and this is my new buddy who needs a name.. what should I call him?

18/11/2022

Pittsburg police search for a shooting suspect this evening.

17/11/2022

The Pittsburg Police department will have new equipment to better protext the community. I will have all the details tonight from what the new equipment is, pricing, and how excited they are to get this new equipment. Watch KOAM tonight to find out all the details.
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Pittsburg Police Department

15/11/2022

A Wyandotte 3rd Grader jumps into action to save a boys life during Lunch. Watch KOAM tonight to hear from both boys on why happened that day.
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Wyandotte, Oklahoma Elementary School

10/11/2022

Pittsburg is growing and manufactures are one of the reason for the increase. Watch tonight on KOAM to hear more on the story.
US Awards Inc

09/11/2022

Langdon Lane from Centennial to 520th is closed south of Pittsburg due to a fire. Law enforcement are not releasing details to us at this time other than it’s a fire. Stay with KOAM for updates.
(the time now is 5:50pm)

Keri Worthen - KOAM News Now

08/11/2022

It’s Election Day! I am in Miami to see how things are going for voters and poll workers.

04/11/2022

5 minute grocery grab is coming up at G&W Foods in Iola

03/11/2022

Hope Kitchen celebrates their 7th Anniversary this week!

02/11/2022

To watch the full story click the link below!
https://www.koamnewsnow.com/isecretary-of-state-jay-ashcroft-speaks-in-carthage-missouri/
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01/11/2022

Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft speaks in Carthage.

01/11/2022

Sweet treat is going on tonight in Downtown Miami. I talk with the Chamber about the preparations. Watch KOAM tonight to see all the costumes!

27/10/2022

The Lord’s Diner in Pittsburg now has a mobile food truck to better serve the community. I will have more on this story tonight on KOAM.
The Lord's Diner of Pittsburg
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26/10/2022

I had a little to much fun at Jake’s Fireworks in Pittsburg. I talked with some four staters about what their costumes and their budget. Watch KOAM tonight for more on this spooky story 👻

24/10/2022

The Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce held their own Ribbon Cutting ceremony for their newly renovated building. The United Way and Explore Crawford share the building. Chamber President Blake Benson encourages the community to stop by.
Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce

24/10/2022

I anchored for the first time today for the noon! My dream is to be a full time anchor one day so this makes me so happy! 🥹🤩