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Monday, June 17, 2013  Megan Ervin is preparing to give up her title to the next Miss Illinois, but first, she's looking back on what a life changing experience her pageant days have meant to her.

Saturday, June 15, 2013  The power lifting scene hit the Quincy area with full force.

Monday, June 10, 2013  She is the 72nd woman to hold the title of Miss Iowa.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Some people say dogs are the smartest animals in the world. They're used to guide the blind, help law enforcement or even just put a smile on our face. Still, even some of the easiest tricks can look amazing with the help of a pup.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  The saying goes, "diamonds are a girls best friend," but Randy Hurt reminds you not to forget about your acquaintances.

Sunday, April 07, 2013  Tri-States got the Talent competition benefits Relay for Life of Adams County.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  Science is a subject that not every student takes to. But at Central Lee High School and Middle school kids are flocking to the class.

Friday, March 01, 2013  Marion County kids are becoming known as nationwide competitors in archery. Each year, a group of kids team together at Butch's Sports World in Palmyra.

Thursday, February 21, 2013  It's not the Hunger Games, but a Palmyra Teenager is getting national attention for prowess with a bow and arrow.

Wednesday, February 13, 2013  Miss Missouri 2011 is no stranger to the spotlight, but she'll face her biggest audience in the hit CBS show Survivor: Caramoan.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  Calling all cake connoisseurs! This Saturday is the Young Women's Christian Associations annual Cake-A-Palooza. And this year it's stepping it up the cake decorating competition.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  Karen's Dance Academy has moves. So many moves that the Hannibal dance team came home with more awards than anticipated from a recent competition.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  From pulled pork and ribs to brisket with a homemade rub, Fatback's Smokin' Racks has become a familiar name to those who crave good barbeque.

Saturday, February 02, 2013  Sam Dancer and Anna Lee Welty walked away with the grand prize for the 2013 Dancing with Local Stars.

Thursday, January 10, 2013  Miss Illinois Megan Ervin won a Miss America preliminary competition Wednesday night at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.