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NEW LONDON, Mo. — The North East Community Action Corporation, a non-profit organization founded in 1965, confronts poverty and supports community development through utility assistance, housing programs and community services. Community coordinators at each service center work with people and families to meet the needs of that specific area. A service center is in each…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Board of Education for the Hannibal School District will hold a public hearing at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 20, at the Hannibal Early Childhood Center, at 544 N. Veterans Road. The proposed tax rates aim to generate the necessary revenue to support the district’s budget for the fiscal year that…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Five local nonprofit organizations recently were honored with grants from the Marion County Endowment Fund and the HOMEBANK Fund, held at the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri. The grants mark the ninth annual grant awards presented from the Marion County Endowment. Recipients of the 2024 Marion County Endowment…
Read Full Article State regulators issued two cannabis recall notices last week involving 135,000 marijuana products — more than double Missouri’s first massive cannabis product recall exactly one year ago. “I’ve never seen recalls of this magnitude in any other state,” said Nick Rinella, CEO of Hippos Cannabis. “This is kind of unprecedented.” Since the announcement, Rinella and facility owners…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Route AA is scheduled to close over Bee Creek, 2.9 miles west of Missouri Route 15 near Paris in Monroe County, as work begins Aug. 26 on a bridge replacement project. Gene Haile Excavating, Inc. was awarded the contract earlier this year in the amount of $928,839. The new bridge is scheduled…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal man is lodged in the Marion County Jail on charges of tampering with a motor vehicle and unlawful use of a weapon. The 10th Judicial Circuit Court of Marion County issued a warrant Tuesday, Aug. 13, for Richard D. Bowen, 26 of Hannibal. His charges stem from a report that was…
Read Full Article An end run around the Missouri General Assembly has the nation’s two largest sports books driving hard to their goal of crossing home plate with a big payday. A constitutional amendment to legalize sports wagering will be Amendment 2 on the Nov. 5 ballot, Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft’s office said Tuesday, after finding that backers had…
Read Full Article Thanks for all your prayers during the past few days. Laura and I appreciate them. Please keep them coming as I recover from my recent medical issues. I’m doing better and hope to return to my normal self in a few days. The weather has been great for this time of year for you to be…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Great River Honor Flight’s fourth mission of 2024, No. 72, will take place on Thursday, Aug. 15. The departure and return of the mission will be from the campus of Hannibal-LaGrange University. The trip will follow the itinerary of the past 15 years. It starts with a 2:30 a.m. departure for…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College’s graduate and professional studies online programs begin Monday, Aug. 26. Designed to provide a blend of academic excellence, flexibility and relevance, these programs are tailored for professionals seeking to enhance their careers without disrupting their jobs or personal lives. Programs range from undergraduate to graduate levels. Programs available for August…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council recently recognized several community members with Paragon awards. Winners were presented original pieces by local artist and Alliance Art Gallery member Steve Ryan. Sherri Steinmann was awarded The Ultimate Paragon, the highest award presented, for her dedication to the Hannibal Arts Council as a board member, membership committee…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation will offer a family nature program beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17. The program, called “Bug Out in Becky’s Garden,” will be held in Becky’s Garden at Cardiff Hill Overlook. Hannibal Parks and Recreation’s Interpreter Guide Gale Rublee said the program will be both educational and fun.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Alliance for Youth Success (HAYS) is helping Hannibal Public School district families get on board for the new school year through its second back-to-school fair. HAYS, an organization of the Hannibal Public School District, is the United Way of the Mark Twain Area’s Community Impact Agency that will be highlighted throughout…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University’s annual Booster Night (formerly known as Booster Banquet) will feature acclaimed singer-songwriter and author Andrew Peterson at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, in the Roland Fine Arts Center. Peterson, known for his soulful music and captivating storytelling, will be performing a selection of his popular songs along with sharing…
Read Full Article Walking into Total Wine stores in Missouri this summer, it was impossible not to see the display for hemp-derived THC infused beverages. Total Wine, the country’s largest liquor retailer, set the tone for the alcohol industry in June when it began carrying the products at its seven Missouri stores. “It has been amazing for us,”…
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