Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Tri-State area

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  Kids learn about making sacrifices to stay afloat through poverty simulation.

Saturday, March 02, 2013  Friday, the federal government made a series of forced funding cuts under what's called sequestration.

Thursday, November 01, 2012  NECAC's mission is aimed at helping the disadvantaged. Now the organization is the one that needs the help.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  The Northeast Community Action Corporation says a weatherization program they administer is helping homeowners save hundreds of dollars a month on utility bills.

Wednesday, September 19, 2012  NECAC helps keep a Hannibal homeowner away from foreclosure.

Friday, September 07, 2012  The Northeast Community Action Corporation or NECAC has teamed up with Next Step's home-ownership program based out of Kentucky.

Tuesday, July 17, 2012  Energy assistance funds run out early for NECAC.

Monday, July 02, 2012  NECAC has started a new program geared toward helping the elderly because of the rising temperatures.

Tuesday, June 19, 2012  High heat and humidity are set to continue for the Tri-State area through Wednesday afternoon with highs in the 90s and lows in the 70s, with heat index readings near 99 degrees.

Friday, May 04, 2012  Three agencies join together to help you find a job.

Thursday, April 12, 2012  Groups urge lawmakers to turn poverty numbers around.

Wednesday, February 22, 2012  NECAC says they're getting addtional funding to help people pay their winter utility bills.

Friday, February 10, 2012  North East Community Action Corporation (NECAC) officially ran out of money for utility assistance Tuesday.

Thursday, January 26, 2012  700 homes were weatherized by NECAC in 2011 in their 12 county service area in Northeast Missouri.

Thursday, January 05, 2012  The facility is full but has recently seen a decrease in clientele.