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Top Stories in the Four States |
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Jennifer Denman
Mother's job is priceless... but what if there WAS a salary?
Sunday is a day to honor all that our mothers do for us. But what if our moms got paid for raising us, how much would the salary be?
According to Salary.com, a typical stay at home mom would earn about
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Second teen claims she was sexually abused by self proclaimed pastor
A young woman tells officials she was molested by Randall Russell, 49. This is the second allegation of sex abuse Russell faces.
He is already charged with rape, sodomy and child abuse.
Last week, a
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Nina Criscuolo
A Four State company is slowing down in order to keep up
Increasing fuel prices are hitting nearly everyone hard, but a Joplin company planned ahead. Con-way Truckload is adjusting governors on all of its trucks from 70 to 65 miles per hour.
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Preliminary report of airplane crash on I-44 released
A Federal Aviation Administration inspector conducted an on scene examination. According to the inspector, the airplaine "was destroyed by fire" with few identifiable parts remaining.
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Judge delivers a win for the daughter accused of kidnapping her Carthage mother
Delores Forste was arrested in November for taking her 95 year old mother from Carthage back to her home in California. While in California, Emma France posted a video online begging for her daughter's release and return.
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Mike Corcoran
Combat flooding in your house
Flooding tends to make it's way into homes of Four Staters. If you're starting to see water creep in experts say to address the problem as soon as possible.
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Price of Stamps Increasing on May 12th
On Monday May 12th, the price of a First-class stamp will go from 41 cents to 42 cents as the Unites States Post Office increases its prices. There are ways to save, such as buying some postage online.
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Lisa Olliges
Gadget helps get pets back to their owners
Storms can send an animal running in fright. That's why the Carthage Police Department says pet owners should consider getting animals a microchip.
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Pole falls and kills Chanute ten year old girl
Authorities now say Sabrina Clifford, 10, died Monday afternoon in a Kansas City hospital, the result of a head injury.
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Lifestyle Highlights on KOAMTV.COM |
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Fairness Is a Hard-Wired Emotion
The belief that things should be divided fairly among members of a group isn't just a matter of culture or reason -- it's an emotion that's built into the human brain.
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Special from CSMonitor.com
'Small Wind' Power Plants are Blowing Strong
While giant wind turbines that supply power to utilities sprout along ridgelines across the United States, there are signs that "small wind" generators intended to supply individual homes are catching on in suburban and even urban settings.
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What's Cooking Now: Jazz Your Up Jell-O
What's Cooking Now: Jazz Your Up Jell-O
What's Cooking Now celebrates a variety of user submitted recipes, with a different theme each week. This week's offerings feature recipes that use Jell-O to make a variety of delicious dishes.
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How to Recession-Proof Your Kids
In a tough economy, talking about money and investing can be more important than a primer on the birds and the bees. Here are some simple lessons you should be sharing with your children.
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When Your Adult Kids Need Financial Aid
Talk to people between ages 55 and 65 and they'll tell you: An empty nest doesn't necessarily mean you've stopped doling out worms to the youngsters. Here are some ways you can protect your estate and deflect the taxman while offering an assist to your adult children.
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Coverage of the May 10 tornado outbreak |
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As Seen On KOAM-TV |
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Special Coverage |
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Risks & Rewards
Jennifer Denman talks with Tunica, Mississippi, officials and hears their recommendations on how to be successful when casinos start to change the lay of the land.
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Hybrid Highway
Hybrids - Are they a lot of hype, or a help to the environment and your wallet? KOAM's Lisa Olliges puts them to the test.
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Crossing Paths: One life cut too short saves another
After losing their son, the Gobl's decided to save another and donate his organs. Meet the mother and father who find peace when their boy becomes what he always wanted...a hero.
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Into the cage
Cagefighting, or mixed martial arts, is a popular sport nationwide and here in the Four States, but it is still outlawed in many states. KOAM's Jennifer Denman looks at local fighters who pack a punch.
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Hidden Homeless
Eight years ago Dowe Quick spent a night with the homeless on the streets of Joplin to get a first-hand look at their living conditions, and to hear their personal stories.
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Bringing downtown Joplin up to date
Three years ago, Joplin's city manager pitched a new vision for Joplin's core: Main Street. Since that time, several local businesses have put their efforts into creating a thriving downtown.
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The Voice Of The Future
Oklahoma educators say the traditional language of the Cherokee Nation is dying out. Now, members are taking preventative measures to stop that from happening.
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Fatal Junction
Twenty years have passed since the peaceful community of Carl Junction, Missouri was shaken by the murder of a high school student. Now, one of the killers has given his first media interview about the case.
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The Silence That Kills
Officials say many teens see suicide as an option when they are depressed, struggle with drugs and alcohol, and self hurt. But it is a problem few families and the public want to talk about.
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Ashes to Answers
November 27 marks a somber anniversary in the Four States. Eleven people died in a fire at the Anderson Guesthouse. In the months after the fire state politicians passed new laws for care facilities.
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KOAM-TV Contest Winners |
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Best Seat In The House
Congratulations to John Holden! The Joplin, Missouri resident is the winner of the Harlem Globetrotters Best Seat In The House contest.
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What's Cooking Now: Jazz Your Up Jell-O
What's Cooking Now: Jazz Your Up Jell-O
What's Cooking Now celebrates a variety of user submitted recipes, with a different theme each week. This week's offerings feature recipes that use Jell-O to make a variety of delicious dishes.
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Mother's Day 2008
Mother's Day is on May 11th this year. Here are some special ways to show why you think Moms are great! Check out our delicious recipes, unique gifts, and well-deserved Mother's Day coupons.
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INTERACTIVE POLL |
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FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FOR : CEDAR , MO, VERNON , MO
Home video taken of tornado near Chetopa
