Mud volleyball
Nothing says Fourth of July in Hannibal quite like mud-covered volleyball players sloshing knee-deep and diving face first into the sludge on the riverfront. The 45th annual mud volleyball tournament is under way during National Tom Sawyer Days. After two days of junior competition, the adult competition started at noon Friday. A champion will be…
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There is absolutely no doubt Hannibal is known for its rich history, amazing art scene and world-famous people. However, Hannibal also is known for something else — and something very unique. Each year buried deep inside Tom Sawyer Days and surrounded by the Fourth of July, 60 teams from all around the Midwest gather by…
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HANNIBAL, MO. – Nothing says Fourth of July in Hannibal quite like a mud-covered volleyball players sloshing knee-deep and diving face first into the sludge. It’s the 44th annual Mud Volleyball at National Tom Sawyer Days. From kids to adults, it’s a tradition for many who play and who sit in the stands cheering trying…
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By JIM DEWEY Hannibal’s annual celebration of America’s independence is underway. The 66th annual National Tom Sawyer Days kicked off June 19 with the Hannibal Beautiful Baby contest that included Pee-Wee, Little Tot and Miss Hannibal pageants. The event is new to National Tom Sawyer Days. The next event in the celebration will be a…
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