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Autopsy scheduled after Monday’s shooting in Jasper Co.
Update JASPER COUNTY, Mo. — An update has come from the Jasper County Sheriff’s office regarding the shooting and death of Travis Wyrick, 37, a story we brought you earlier this week. Officials say an autopsy has been scheduled for Thursday, March 28, 2024. The investigation is still ongoing, and additional details will be released […]
Mount Vernon, Mo., driver dies in crash involving tanker truck
AVILLA, Mo. (KY3) - A Mount Vernon, Mo., driver died in a crash involving a tanker truck. Troopers identified the victim as Robert Rathmann, 69. He died at the scene of the crash. Troopers responded to the crash on Wednesday on State Highway 96 near Avilla in Jasper County. Investigators...
“Apple Butter Makin’ Days” named best festival in the state by “Rural Missouri”
KSNF/KODE — An area business and festival have been named the best of their kind in the entire Show-Me State. “We have families tell us that this is a tradition that they’ve been coming to for generations,” said Brittni Bates, Executive Director, Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce.
CRIME STOPPERS: Have you seen this wanted woman?
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - This week’s Crime Stoppers fugitive is Brittany Aulden Barnes. She’s wanted in Greene County on three counts of interfering with custody. Barnes pleaded guilty, and then failed to show up in court. Investigators say the 32-year-old has connections to the Joplin area. Barnes has...
A Missouri SWAT sniper sued to keep his name secret. We’re suing to learn his identity
There were many questions after a Joplin, Missouri, SWAT sniper shot and killed a two-year-old girl during a standoff in 2022. How did it happen? Why did the sniper choose to fire his weapon? Who exactly was the sniper?. It is rare for the Midwest Newsroom, KCUR or any news...
Joplin Police pursuit into Kansas and back, twice; Two charged in Jasper County
JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) — Last Friday afternoon about 4 p.m. an officer with the Joplin Police Department attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a black 2017 Toyota Yaris for traffic violations near E 7th and S Minnesota Ave.
'We owe a lot of gratitude to the citizens of Jasper and Newton county'| Father-son duo elected for sheriff in two counties
BEAUMONT, Texas — Father-son duo Chuck Havard and his son Colton Havard both triumphed in their separate races for sheriff in Jasper and Newton counties. 12News had the chance to speak with the pair about their journey and decision to take the next step in their careers. "Obviously, I...
Ribbon cutting marks reopening of Carl Lewton Stadium in Carthage
CARTHAGE, Mo. — A Carthage sports landmark has finally been brought back to life. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held, today, for the recently renovated Carl Lewton Stadium, also known as Rock Stadium. It happened before the Tigers game against a team out of Columbia. Last year – the facility...
Webb City High School JROTC air rifle team shines at national competition
WEBB CITY, Mo. — A team from Webb City High School is among the best in the country. “Most of our kids have never even shot a rifle or gun at all,” said Lt. Col. Dustin Elder, WCHS JROTC. That makes their achievement that much greater, according to...
Jersey Mike’s Subs Day of Giving! 100% of sales donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Jasper and Newton counties
JOPLIN, Mo. (KOAM) — Every spring at every Jersey Mike’s Subs location they choose a local charity and give 100% of the entire days sales! It’s the Jersey Mike’s Subs Day of Giving.
GMFS Carthage Humane Society!
Katie Logan with the Carthage Humane Society swung by the studio today to talk about your possible new fur-baby! Come one down to the shelter or go on their website to check out whom might be a good fit to come home with you and your family! There will be an annual fundraiser called “Strayghetti” to help with the 120 fur-babies, and they usually need all kinds of donations so anything helps. Check out their website https://www.carthagehumanesociety.com/.
Burleson pleads not guilty to murder, weapons charges
JASPER COUNTY, Mo. — A Jasper County murder suspect made his first court appearance, Monday. Scott Burleson, 30, of Wyandotte, was arrested last Thursday near Seneca after evading officers for three weeks. He pleaded not guilty Monday to second degree murder and weapons charges for the stabbing death of...
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