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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Early Bird Kiwanis Club recently made a $500 donation to support the Hannibal High School Band Boosters organization, which supports the various activities of the HHS band such as parades, several competitions, band uniforms and meals when the band is traveling. The HHS band is comprised of more than 100…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Area artists living within a 50-mile radius of Hannibal are encouraged to submit original works of art to the Hannibal Art Club’s 59th annual area artist exhibit and competition, ORiGINALE. The exhibit and competition will be on display from Sept. 22 through Oct. 28. More than $3,000 in prize money will be…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Hannibal man was charged on Sunday, Sept. 10 with driving while intoxicated and leaving the scene of an accident. An officer with the Hannibal Police Department saw a male lying on the sidewalk in the 700 block of Broadway with serious injury to one of his legs at approximately 8:19 p.m.…
Read Full Article WEST QUINCY, Mo. — Autumn Harvest Farms, a pumpkin patch, opened for its fifth season on Saturday, Sept. 9, and will be open each weekend until Oct. 29. Hours are Fridays 4 to 7 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Autumn Harvest farms offers a large play…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College, a private liberal arts college offering 80 major and minor tracks, recently honored several employees for their years of service during an all-college assembly held on the campus. Thirteen staff and six faculty members who celebrated work anniversary milestones of five years or more were recognized during the event on…
Read Full Article It looks like we will be having nice weather in the coming days, so enjoy it. Working in your garden, flowerbed and yard during this time of year can be really rewarding. There are many things to be doing with the weather the way it is now. The other day I did a podcast with…
Read Full Article (CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College recently announced senior Ruben Reinertsen has been awarded a $2,500 scholarship from the Institute of Management Accountants. Reinertsen, of Kristiansand, Norway, is a business administration major and a men’s soccer player at C-SC. The scholarship is part of the organization’s IMA Memorial Education Fund, available to undergraduate and graduate students.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Early Birds Kiwanis Club of Hannibal will host its fall pork loin sandwich and pulled pork sandwich dinner from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, at the Y-Men’s Pavilion, 100 Hill. The dinner will include baked beans, potato salad and a beverage. Cost for the dinner is $10 per…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Riedel Foundation has awarded a $7,500 grant to the CHART Teen Task Force to help in its efforts to decrease unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases for teenagers in Hannibal. The grant award will be divided with $5,000 going toward the CHART Teen Health Fair, and the balance to fund the…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — John Lyng, former Hannibal mayor, asked Hannibal City Council to either enforce or repeal a local ordinance. Lyng expressed concern at Tuesday night’s council meeting about trains blocking Hannibal intersections for up to an hour at a time. Lyng reminded council that the Hannibal ordinance regarding trains allows them only to block…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College began classes on Monday, Aug. 21, welcoming 356 new students to “The Hill,” compared to 331 one year earlier for a 7.55 percent increase. New students experienced Wildcat Welcome, a three-day program designed to orient students to campus by helping them meet new people, learn the traditions of the 170-year…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A night of toe-tapping country tunes and talent is on its way to Hannibal. The Fall Festival of Country Music will begin at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. The show will feature music performed by Memory Lane, which includes Martin and Betty Miller, Harlon Lain, Allen…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Main Street Lanes of Palmyra recently gave a $1,000 donation to Hannibal Regional Foundation in support of the Life.Light.Hope Fund. This fund provides assistance to local cancer patients at Hannibal Regional Cancer Institute and James E. Cary Cancer Center. To learn more about the fund, contact the Foundation office at 573-629-3577.
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — VFW Post 11041 will hold its monthly fish fry Friday from 4-7 p.m. at the legion hall located at 316 S. Main. Cost is $12 for adults and $5 for children. The menu is a catfish fillet, VFW spuds, baked beans, cole slaw, cornbread, dessert and drink. People with interest in joining…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Blessing Health Hannibal Sleep Disorders Center recently received program accreditation from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. To receive and maintain accreditation for a five-year period, the Blessing Health Hannibal Sleep Disorders Center met or exceeded all standards designated by the AASM, including core areas such as personnel, facility and equipment,…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — The Mabee Gallery on the campus of Culver-Stockton College will be the site of an exhibit titled “The Arts of Retirement” by artists Tim and Lydia O’Neal, opening Thursday, Aug. 31. The event will highlight the 2D and 3D works from the O’Neals, who have both been working artists and local educators…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — A lawsuit filed by the city of Canton accuses former city collector and municipal court clerk LaTrisha Crist of stealing $89,668 in water and sewer payments. The lawsuit was filed July 24 in Lewis County Circuit Court by Matthew Koehler, an attorney with Brown and James in St. Louis. It says Crist,…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The 44th annual indoor horseshoe league, sponsored by Hannibal Parks and Recreation, will start Sunday, Sept. 17. Registration for the league is open through Tuesday, Sept. 12. Games will be played starting at 2 p.m. on Sundays at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. The cost is $40 for each two-person team. Participants…
Read Full Article CENTER, Mo. – Sharon Lake, of Center, Mo., always considered herself patriotic, but she got a new perspective when her son joined the Air Force in 2002. Lake’s son, Michael Copenhaver, served in the U.S. Air Force for 10 years before retiring as an aircraft hydraulic systems specialist in 2012. Copenhaver’s service ignited Lake’s patriotism…
Read Full Article 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…
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — Ethan’s Rodeo, named in memory of Ethan Weiman who fought neuroblastoma from 2007-2009, will be held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 18-19 at Flower City Park in Palmyra. Ethan’s family and friends present Ethan’s Rodeo to fund ongoing research of neuroblastoma, a childhood cancer responsible for 15 percent of all childhood cancer deaths.…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College and Hannibal Regional Healthcare System recently created a partnership to assist in broadening educational opportunities for nursing students in northeast Missouri. This program will combine the educational expertise of Culver-Stockton College and the clinical learning opportunities of Hannibal Regional to create a program for new or advancing nurses to further…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Emily Hultgren is the new aquatics director/recreation supervisor for Hannibal Parks and Recreation. Her first day on the job was Aug. 7. Hultgren is 2017 graduate of Hannibal High School and a 2021 graduate of Truman State University with a bachelor of science degree in health science and a minor in business…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — An oak tree in the front yard of Larry and Sue Taylor has been selected as the Tree of the Month for August. The tree was chosen by the Hannibal Tree Board. According to Tree Board guidelines, the tree must be: Nominations may be made to the Tree Board by contacting Tree…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. – Hannibal went under an emergency boil order Thursday night issued by the Hannibal Board of Public Works after one of eight of the monthly routine water testing exceeded the maximum contaminant level for E. Coli. The positive E. Coli test took the HBPW out of regulatory compliance with the Missouri Dept. of…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Community concerns regarding local roads were voiced Thursday evening at a public meeting hosted by the local Missouri Department of Transportation. The meeting was planned to discuss unfunded needs in the area. MoDOT, working with its regional planning partners, has outlined a draft of high priority unfunded needs, which identifies $1.1 billion…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Four people were charged on Thursday, Aug. 10, after the Hannibal Police Special Response Team executed a search warrant in the 1400 block of N. Fairview for the use and sale of narcotics. Seized in the search warrant were items believed to be methamphetamine, items to traffic fentanyl, fentanyl and drug paraphernalia.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Mariner Girl Scout program is coming to Hannibal with the support of the George H. Riedel Foundation. Riedel trustee Bill Craigmiles recently presented a $16,331 check to the Girl Scouts that will cover all supplies to start a Mariner program, which teaches water skills to members. In a press release, Craigmiles…
Read Full Article BOWLING GREEN, Mo. — A survey done by the North East Community Action Corporation shows affordable housing, living-wage jobs and food security are top priorities. The Community Needs Assessment was conducted between Jan. 1 and June 30. More than 700 people answered online questions or attended in-person focus groups in the agency’s 12 Missouri counties.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Jenna McDonald is leaving the Hannibal Aquatic Center after spending nine years at the helm. McDonald is returning to the field of education teaching physical education in Pittsfield, Ill. Her last day was Aug. 4. As manager of the Hannibal Aquatic Center, McDonald changed lifesaving certification for the staff to the American…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Only a few weeks remain until the school bells ring in a new year, and the Hannibal Public School District is giving kids a reason to get excited. The HPSD is hosting their first Hays Back to School Fair from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on August 12 in the Hannibal Middle…
Read Full Article It seems like that the days of late June and most of July have been some of the hottest and driest we have had in many years. The heat has been very hard on almost everything. Hopefully you have been writing down everything that you have been doing to help your plants survive the hot…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University resident Robert Matz recently announced the appointment of Virginia (Ginger) Wolgemuth as the director of nursing for the Craigmiles School of Nursing at HLGU effective Aug. 1. In a press release, Matz said, “With Dr. Wolgemuth at the head of our nursing program, there has never been a better time…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A Night Hike through Sodalis Nature Preserve at 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 11, will give participants the chance to appreciate nature as the season changes. Representatives from the Mississippi Hills Master Naturalists will lead the hike. The full night hike program lasts approximately two hours and follows a two-mile paved trail. The…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The George H. Riedel Foundation recently presented a $50,000 check to support scholarships and programs at the YMCA of Hannibal. A significant portion of the grant will allow the Y to offer scholarships for membership and programming to low-income Hannibal residents. Approximately $100,000 in financial assistance was awarded to 650 people in…
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — The monthly fish fry sponsored by VFW Post 11041 will be held Friday, Aug. 4. Serving hours are 4 to 7 p.m. for a menu of catfish fillets, VFW spuds, baked beans, cole slaw, cornbread, drink and dessert. Cost for the meal is $12 for adults and $5 for children. The legion…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Becky Evans, chair of the youth committee for the Hannibal Arts Council, was the featured speaker at the Early Bird Kiwanis meeting on July 27. Evans was in attendance to talk about the upcoming “Wild and Wacky Art Adventure” to be held on Saturday Aug. 5. The theme for this year’s event…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Team members at Hannibal Regional Medical Group recently were treated to a sweet surprise when Girl Scout Troop 9217 leader Kathy Riley and two of her Scouts dropped off a gift of 500 boxes of assorted Girl Scout cookies. During this past cookie selling season, the girls, as a troop, sold more…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Regional Foundation annually presents the Legacy Award at the Hannibal Cannibal, an award named after long-time Cannibal supporter Bob Richards. The award recognizes an individual who is an avid supporter of the Cannibal and a promoter of healthy and active lifestyles. This year’s recipient was Mary Lynne Richards of Hannibal.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL — The Missouri Route 6 bridge over U.S. Route 24/61 is now open to one-lane traffic. The bridge will remain reduced to a single lane of traffic with signals utilized for traffic control. A width restriction of 14 feet will be in place until repairs are made. All ramps at the interchange will remain open to…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Canton Central Park, at the corner of Fifth and Lewis Streets, will be the site for the Lewis County Back-to-School drive on Wednesday, Aug. 2. Hours for the drive are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Recipients can drive through the parking lot to pick up items. NECAC and other organizations, along with…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A local youth group is handing out free tickets for admission to the Hannibal Aquatic Center. First Christian Church is providing free admission to the Hannibal Aquatic Center for 254 people after raising $1,270 in a special donation drive at the church. The FCC Caring and Sharing Committee spearheaded the drive. Member…
Read Full Article CENTER, Mo. — New York Times bestselling adult author Alexandra Ivy will talk about her books and answer questions during a “Snack and Chat” at the Ralls County Library in Center from 6-7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 7. Ivy grew up in a small town in the Midwest with dreams of a career as an…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A resurfacing project located on Missouri Route 81 from the Iowa State line to Route EE in Kahoka is expected to begin Monday, Aug. 7. The $9,737,007 contract was awarded last year to W.L. Miller Company of Hamilton, Ill. The contract includes an additional resurfacing project located on U.S. 136 in Lewis…
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. – The belles of the ball were announced over the weekend at the Marion County Fair. Elina Reed was named Miss Marion County. Elina, of Palmyra, is the daughter of Lance and Tamara Reed. Elina joined the Palmyra FFA Chapter in 2019. She is a varsity cheerleader at Palmyra High School and is…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Blessing Health Hannibal has been awarded three-year terms of accreditation for computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) after a recent review by the American College of Radiology. CT scans use x-rays to create multiple cross-sections of the body. MRI uses radio waves and strong magnets to create body images. Each technology…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Health Resources and Services Administration, awarded nearly $11 million to 15 organizations around the country last week to strengthen the health workforce by establishing new residency programs in rural communities. Hannibal Regional Healthcare System is one of those recipients, receiving a $750,000…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Emma Christine of Shelbyville recently donated handmade “Worry Worms” to Hannibal Regional Healthcare System in support of cancer patients. These worms offer encouragement to individuals as they are fighting cancer or health related issues.
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Missouri Route 6 bridge over U.S. Route 24/61 is closed after being hit earlier Friday, causing damage to the exterior girders of the structure. The bridge will remain closed until further evaluation can be completed next week. No access will be available to Route 6 from eastbound U.S. 24/61 at the…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Missouri Department of Transportation is inviting the public to join the discussion on priority unfunded transportation needs in their areas. The public is invited to review the list and provide feedback on the order of priorities that could be funded in the future. A meeting to discuss the draft updated High…
Read Full Article Mark Twain Area Ukulele Club invites people to strum along at ukulele jam sessions starting Thursday
SAVERTON, Mo. — The Mark Twain Area Ukulele Club is offering ukulele jam sessions, starting Thursday, Aug. 3. These gatherings will take place the first and third Thursday of each month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Genesis Bible Church Fellowship Hall, 12613 Saverton Drive in Saverton. There is no fee to participate. Ukulele…
Read Full Article QUINCY — With the temperatures soaring into the low 100s, the Salvation Army Quincy Area Command reminds area community members about how its facilities in Quincy and Hannibal are cooling centers with varying hours and amenities per location for those who need respite from the extreme heat. The Kroc Center, 405 Vermont, Quincy Water fountains…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Wild and Wacky Art Adventure, a free art festival for kids ages 3 to 10 and their families, will be held from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday, Aug. 5 in Hannibal’s Central Park, Fourth and Broadway. This year’s theme is “Dinosaurs Galore.” The Hannibal Arts Council will be partnering with many Hannibal…
Read Full Article SHELBINA, Mo. — An opportunity to establish a charitable endowment fund for Shelby County and receive a $15,000 matching gift was announced Wednesday by community leaders at Hawkins Theater in Shelbina. The Shelby County Endowment Fund, held at the Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri, will serve as a permanent source of…
Read Full Article PALMYRA, Mo. — Producers in northeast Missouri can hear crop and forage updates from University of Missouri Extension specialists at a free event in August. The MU Extension Crop and Forage Chat will be 9-11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 11, at the Shawn Kiefaber/Kenny Lovelace Farm, one mile west of Palmyra, off U.S. 61 on County…
Read Full Article The weather has not changed much over the past several days and weeks. Some of you are getting much-needed rain, and others of you aren’t. You need to realize we are now starting the real days of summer. I have had a few more people ask me about tips on how to water their gardens…
Read Full Article EDITOR’S NOTE: ShredFest has been moved to Sept. 16. HANNIBAL, Mo. — ShredFest, an extreme sports competition and exhibition, is coming to the Hannibal Ramp Park on Saturday, July 29. The ramp park will open at 10 a.m. with free entry into the park all day. Helmets will be given to the first 25 children…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A $15,000 grant awarded to the Hannibal Area Youth Alliance will provide all the supplies needed to start the school year for 418 Hannibal Public School students who have already signed up for a Back to School Fair. School district leaders in Hannibal recognized the need to enhance the distribution of school…
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