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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Jaycees have donated to local organizations for years by adopting families or by buying items from the Angel Tree. As those programs have changed or no longer exist, the Hannibal Jaycees began their own Adopt-A-Family program in 2021 to provide gifts for families in need. Hannibal Jaycees Haunted House proceeds…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Auxiliary presented a check for $116,000 to Hannibal Regional Healthcare System at its December meeting. The funds fulfill the auxiliary’s pledge of $600,000 to the Building Better Tomorrows campaign, which raises funds to assist with major renovations and expansion projects. The funds allow Hannibal Regional to increase surgical capacity, expand…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — When someone in crisis reaches out to Denise Damron, executive director of the United Way of the Mark Twain Area, she often refers them to Amanda Bowen, the family services caseworker at The Salvation Army in Hannibal. “We send over half of the calls that come in on the community helpline to…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council is calling all artists to explore the beauty of contrasts through an exhibit that celebrates the interplay of black, white and every shade of grey in between. Whether showcasing a new creation or submitting a beloved piece, the exhibit will welcome all forms of artistic expression — from…
Read Full Article JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Governor Mike Parson announced judicial appointments to the 10th, 13th, and 22nd Judicial Circuits on Friday. Jennifer A. Richardson, of Monroe City, will be appointed as Associate Circuit Judge for Marion County in the 10th Judicial Circuit. Richardson is the District Defender for District 2 of the Missouri Public Defender’s Office. She holds a Bachelor of Arts…
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Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation wrapped up its 2024 giving season with surprise gifts to three non-profit agencies that provide food for people in Hannibal. The Hannibal Nutrition Center, Harvest Outreach, and The Food Bank of Central and Northeast Missouri all received end-of-year grants. At the annual Hannibal Nutrition Center Christmas Dinner on Thursday…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation is offering a free nature program: “Lighting the Way with Solstice Luminaries,” from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21, at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. The program will be led by certified nature educator Gale Rublee and members of the Mississippi Hills Master Naturalists. Nails, patterns…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Susan Johnson and the Hannibal School District are making sure to cross their t’s and dot their i’s during the redistricting process. “Transition and change are hard,” said Johnson, the district’s superintendent. “We want to be sensitive to the needs of our staff, families and students as we move through this process.”…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — When Kara Viorel, chief financial officer (CFO) at Douglass Community Services, drives by the organization’s nearly completed new building, she feels a sense of pride in her work. In a press release, Viorel said, “Every day over the last year or so, when I drive by and see that building and its…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The George H. Riedel Foundation has awarded $5,000 to help people who face a housing crisis. Project Community Connect (PCC) is annual an event that provides access to quality-of-life services for people in need. At that event, the group accepted applications for housing assistance for people who have exhausted all other options.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University recently announced the recipients of its Outstanding Service Award, honoring Bill and Wendy Craigmiles, along with Marilyn Craigmiles Thomas, for their dedication to the university and their commitment to serving their communities. The Outstanding Service Award, presented during HLGU’s annual homecoming celebration, is given to people who have made significant…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Charcuterie for Charity event on Dec. 3 at the Rialto raised $19,256 for local nonprofit organizations. The event launched Giving Week, which ran through Dec. 6. The event featured charcuterie table displays sponsored by local businesses with representatives from local agencies ready to inform guests about their organizations. Charcuterie displays were…
Read Full Article Hannibal, Mo. – An accidental electrical issue appears to be the cause of a Sunday morning fire on Church Street. Just before 6:15 a.m., the Hannibal Fire Department responded to a report of visible smoke inside the shop area in a building at 311 Church. Upon arrival, fire crews discovered that the fire was in…
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