Rosin up your bow…it’s time for the 25th Carl Junction Bluegrass Festival

Posted on September 19, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

Cavanaugh Studyvin from the Carl Junction Chamber of Commerce stops by the studio to talk with Tawnya Bach about Carl Junction’s 25th Bluegrass Festival. This event has become more than a showcase for bluegrass bands and musicians: you can find various arts and crafts projects, explore the history of Carl Junction, food trucks, beer and wine garden, and so much more. And that’s just the day of the festival – it all kicks off with a 5k run/walk on Friday, September 23rd. Here’s all the information you need about the 25th Carl Junction Bluegrass Festival:

September 23rd – 5k Glow Run/Walk

Kids 400m fun run takes off at 6 p.m.
5k starts at 6:30 p.m.
Red Bridge Bluegrass Band plays @ 6:30 p.m.
Bulldog Stadium @ 806 Walnut in Carl Junction

September 24th – Explore The Park

9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Center Creek Park @ 201 Valley Lane in Carl Junction
Free & open to all ages!
Explore the Mammoth Dig
Make your own banjo
Wooly ornaments
Take-home clay impressions
Free coloring books
Explore Carl Junction history
Educational workshops
Displays & Exhibits

September 24th – Carl Junction Bluegrass Festival

9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Center Creek Park @ 201 Valley Lane in Carl Junction
Free admission & free parking
$5 VIP parking
Kids area
Food trucks
Crafts, artists & so much more!

Click here to go to the Carl Junction Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

For more information about the Carl Junction Bluegrass festival, click here.

Here are more articles about the Carl Junction Bluegrass festival from years past:

“88 Strong Passing It On” event to raise funds for the Christian Heady Foundation

Posted on September 15, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

Doug and Leslie Heady lost their son, Christian, in 2021 to stage 4 DSRCT Sarcoma, a rare form of cancer, when he was only 12 years old. Thousands of people came to know of Christian’s journey through social media and now have a chance to support the foundation named in Christian’s memory. The 88 Strong Passing It On event takes place on September 17 to benefit the Christian Heady Foundation, and if you want to take part, here’s the information you’ll need:

September 17 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
King Jack Park, 555 S Main St, Webb City, MO 64870
5K RUN / 1 MILE FUN WALK
Kickball Tournament
Cornhole Tournament
Live music, food trucks, and so much more!

The Christian Heady foundation helps families who are going through and dealing with a child with cancer…especially families in our area.

Click here to read more about the event.

For more information, click here to visit Christian’s Journey on Facebook, or click here to visit christian_heady on Instagram.

Fair Season set to return to Kansas

Posted on June 15, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

Will Morris from the K-State Research and Extension District stopped by the KOAM studio to talk to Tawnya Bach about the return of county fair season in Kansas. Four counties have fairs coming up – Crawford, Labette, Montgomery, and Wilson – and all have a variety of classes for entry. If you’d like more information about any of these four county fairs, we’ve provided links to each.

Crawford County Fair

Girard, KS
August 3-6, 2022
Click here for more information on the Crawford County fair.

Labette County Fair

Oswego, KS
July 16 – 23, 2022
Click here for more information on the Labette County fair

Montgomery County Fair

Independence, KS
July 27 – August 1, 2022
Click here for more information on the Montgomery Country fair

Wilson County Fair & Rodeo

Fredonia, KS
July 20-24, 2022
Click here for more information on the Wilson County fair and rodeo

Click here if you’d like more information about the K-State Research and Extension District or fair season.

Will Morris is a STEM 4-H Youth Development instructor. You can contact him at the following email address: willmorris@ksu.edu

Silence Is Violence event is headed to PSU

Posted on March 25, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

The Silence Is Violence event heads to Pittsburg State University on March 26th. This event draws attention to the topic of domestic violence. It will also show attendees how to give and receive help to those experiencing domestic violence.

The event will feature multiple speakers. Doctor James Otter, owner of Japan Karate – Do Genbu Kai, will conduct a self-defense training simulation.

The event starts at 10 am at the Overman Student Center the Pittsburg State University.

Call the following number for more information: 918-944-9606.

Jaquelyn Bouchie organized the event and is a student at PSU.

Wildcat Wednesday: Aging With Attitude Expo

Posted on March 23, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

The Aging With Attitude expo returns to southeast Kansas. It’s designed to promote positive attitudes about aging. Aging With Attitude also educates older Kansans and caregivers on issues that support physical, mental and financial health. Register for the in person option for $15 or view the recorded sessions for $5.

You can also register for the Aging With Attitude online by clicking here or by calling 620-625-8620.

The expo takes place April 29th from 9am to 3:30 pm and the expo takes place at Community Christian Church, 1919 Horton St. Fort Scott, Kansas.

Jasmine Kyle shows off a furry friend

Posted on March 22, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

Jasmine Kyle stopped by the KOAM studio with a special friend; Betty, an eight-year-old rescue dog who is up for adoption. Betty is sponsored which means all of her fees have been paid for. She loves people but would do best in a home with no other pets. If you’re interested in Betty or any other dog or cat who would love to be rescued, contact the SEK Humane Society at the following:

(620) 232-1840 or click on the link to the SEK Humane Society website for more information.

The SEK Humane Society is also hosting its annual Egg My Yard event. You can purchase 25 eggs for $25 or 50 eggs for $40. The order deadline is April 8th and your yard will be egged on April 13th between 7 and 8 am. All funds go to benefit the SEK Humane Society.

Craft Expo On It’s Way To NEO A&M

Posted on March 21, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

Keeley Adams, NEO A&M Honors Program Director. stopped by the KOAM studio to talk about the upcoming Craft Expo. This event is open to the public and anyone interested should come out:

March 26
10 am to 3 pm
200 I St NE, Miami, OK 74354 (NEO STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER)
Over 50 vendors will take part

Shop a wide variety of vendors for quality crafts and merchandise including Jewelry, Home Decor, and more!

Call 918-542-8441 for more information.

This event is hosted by NEO Women and Friends.

Jasmine Kyle introduces a furry friend looking for a forever home

Posted on March 8, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

Jasmine Kyle from the SEK Humane Society dropped by the KOAM studio with Apollo – one of the many animals up for adoption at the shelter. For those who’d like to help out but are unable to adopt, the shelter always needs volunteers and foster families. Another way to help out is through the Doggie Bag Retail Shop. All proceeds from the Doggie Bag help fund the SEK Humane Society. During her interview with Tawnya Bach, Jasmine announced big news for the Doggie Bag: the grand opening of their new location at 514 North Broadway in Pittsburg. The grand opening takes place this Saturday, March the 12th.

You can contact the SEK Humane Society at this phone number: 620-232-1840.

Jasmine Kyle serves as the director of the SEK Humane Society.

Frontenac Theatre Department talks “The Little Mermaid Jr.”

Posted on March 4, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

Frontenac, KS — Disney’s “The Little Mermaid Jr.” is coming to Frontenac Theatre. Seth Harley stops by the studio with Abby Albright who stars as the main character Ariel to talk about what goes into a theatre production.

The play is held at Frontenac High School (201 S. Crawford St. in Frontenac). There are three different show times for you to attend:

Sunday — March 6th, 2:30 PM
Monday — March 7th, 7:00 PM
Tuesday — March 8th, 7 PM

Tickets are five dollars at the door and exact change is encouraged.

International Showcase heads to Pittsburg State University

Posted on March 2, 2022 by KOAM TV 7

Pittsburg State University hosts an International Showcase on March 5th. PSU students Marlon Merida and Claire (Yu-Hsuan Chen) sat down with Michael Hayslip in the KOAM studio to talk about the event. Here are some of the details:

The event runs from 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Held at the Bicknell Family Center for the Arts
Food samples served from 5:30 to 6:45 pm in the lobby and art gallery
$1 at the door and food samples are $1 while supplies last
Performances start at 7:00 pm

Everyone is invited, not just Pittsburg State University students!

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