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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Trustees of the Riedel Foundation awarded a $4,000 matching grant to help the Hannibal Kiwanis Club provide coats and shoes to needy children at Hannibal schools. The items are bought locally at a discount from JC Penney and distributed to children whom the school has identified as in need. Because the award…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Early Bird Kiwanis Club is honored to announce their continued support of the Youth Education Theater Initiative program of the Bluff City Theater with a check for $300. The Kiwanis Club has supported this youth program for several years to give young people an opportunity to excel and achieve their…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Blessing Health System is hosting five free prostate cancer screenings in September as part of its observance of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Registration is required by going online to blessinghealth.org/prostate. The free screenings will be held on the following dates at the following locations: Men who are 55 to 69 years old should…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A resurfacing project located on Route EE in Clark County, from Business U.S. 136 in Kahoka to the end of state maintenance at County Road 180 began Wednesday. The $2.47 million contract from the Missouri Department of Transportation was awarded last year to W.L. Miller Company of Hamilton, Ill. The contract includes an…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Rock artists will walk out onto the stage of the amphitheater on Saturday, Aug. 26. For one artist, it won’t be the first time. The Hannibal Jaycees have partnered with Whiskey Bizz Productions, LLC, to host 80’s Rock on the River. Stephan Pearcy, the voice of RATT, will walk out under the…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — If you are a string player and have had a least one year of playing or lessons, you are encouraged to check out the Hannibal Area String Orchestra. Potential new members are welcome to join current members at the Kiwanis Park, 150 Broadway, at noon on Saturday, Aug. 26, to visit with…
Read Full Article Meteorologist Brent Clair tells us when this heat is going to break and what it means as high school sports gets into full swing this weekend.
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — Local grill masters will compete for the people’s vote at the annual Rib and Wing Fest on Saturday, Sept. 9. Competitive groups will cook for bragging rights, trophies and the People’s Choice awards from noon-5 p.m. (or as long as supplies last) in Flower City Park in Palmyra, Mo. Proceeds from the…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Join Carrol Davenport, Hospice of Northeast Missouri’s spiritual care and bereavement coordinator, and hospice volunteer Barb Smith as they explore dealing with getting older and experiencing the reality of “life is NOT what I thought it would be when I got to this point.” This free program takes place from 1 to…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Medical Group recently added general surgeon Dr. Eric Butler to its team. Butler earned his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, Fla., and completed his residency at Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford, N.J. When asked why he chose to specialize in surgery, Butler…
Read Full Article The weather over the past few days has been really nice, especially when compared to the weather we had for all of the Dog Days of Summer. The Dog Days of Summer ended on Friday, Aug. 11. It’s too bad we didn’t get all this much-needed rain in the early spring. The weather is finally…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association kicks off its 2023-2024 concert season on Sept. 15. The HCA has brought a variety of world-class performances to the Hannibal area since 1945. The upcoming season is comprised of a variety of styles and acts with Las Vegas divas, a Karen Carpenter tribute, a British-style brass band,…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council will be the host a special jazz performance, An Evening of Jazz with Samantha Fierke + Trio, at 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 20, at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. Fierke last performed in Hannibal in 2019. Hannibal holds a special place in Fierke’s heart. She would come…
Read Full Article PIKE COUNTY, Mo. — The Northeast Missouri Clergy Coalition recently donated $500 to NECAC to provide supplies for Pike County school districts. NECAC has received other contributions of money and supplies which will be divided equally among Bowling Green, Louisiana, Clopton, Frankford, BONCL, St. Clement and Pike County Christian School. Other organizations or individuals wanting…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. – Those at the Northeast Missouri Humane Shelter hope to bring the community together through dogs and exercise. The shelter plans to break ground in September on a new paved walking trail that will be about a quarter of a mile path. The path will be located on what is now a grassy…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal teen was arrested Thursday following a attempted shooting and kidnapping that took place Wednesday night. Bradley M. Roberts, 18, was charged with First Degree Assault, Armed Criminal Action, Kidnapping, and Possession of a Defaced Firearm. The incident took place around 10:40 p.m. Wednesday in the 3000 block of Warren Barrett Drive.…
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — Nichole Gard, a PACE teacher at Palmyra Middle School, has received a $500 grant through WGU Missouri’s “Fund My Classroom” initiative. The funds will enable Gard to create a LEGO center in her classroom, with the goal of enhancing STEAM education for the gifted students she teaches through the school’s PACE program.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Parks and Recreation, Hannibal Street Department and Parents as Teachers invite young children to The Big Dirt Dig from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, at the Hannibal Street Department maintenance facility, 701 Warren Barrett Drive. The Big Dirt Dig gives children a chance to practice their social skills before…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Great River Honor Flight’s 66th mission will take place on Thursday, Aug. 17, departing from John Wood Community College. Thirty-one veterans will participate. Of that total, 27 served during the Vietnam era and the remaining four served before or after Vietnam. The 31 veterans come from Illinois (Adams, Brown, Hancock and McDonough…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. – When Douglass Community Services broke ground on Tuesday morning for their new facility, they also announced a groundbreaking way they will deliver services to the area. The new building will be a hub of support, offering food, clothing, and housing assistance all under one roof rather than spread out around town. It…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Mayor Pro Tem Mike Dobson announced Tuesday night at the Hannibal City Council meeting that impeachment charges against Councilman Stephan Franke will not be pursued. The impeachment case, which was filed by former Mayor James Hark in January 2022, was dropped by Judge John J. Jackson on June 6 stating the city…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri announced the distribution of $238,673 in grant funding to 61 area nonprofits through its community grant program during a Tuesday morning ceremony at Hannibal-LaGrange University, one of the recipients of this year’s grants. The grants, totaling 68 in number, have been awarded…
Read Full Article 2023-014386, 08/13/2023 @ 07:39:03, 3660 Stardust Dr , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Drive Off Officer Assigned 048 Grimes, S M Entered By 2635 Bounds, H W Adult Female Involve Information 08/13/2023 Adult Involve Information 08/13/2023 Adult Female Compl. Information 08/13/2023 Adult Female Contact Information 08/13/2023 Public Narrative Drive Off reported at 3660 Stardust Drive. 2023-014387, 08/13/2023 @ 08:29:54, 1240 Bird St , Hannibal Nature of Complaint Abandoned Vehicle Officer Assigned 030 Mathews, V W Entered By C47…
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