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

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  LINK card users urged by Quinn to buy fresh fruits and vegetables at farmer's markets across the state.

Friday, May 10, 2013  Tomatoes are some of the most common vegetables you'll find in local gardens. But when it comes to making sure your plants are productive, it's all about how you plant them.

Friday, October 26, 2012  National School Lunch regulations cut calories, fat, and sodium in school lunches.

Thursday, October 25, 2012  Kids are learning healthy snacking habits at school.

Tuesday, July 31, 2012  As one the most intense droughts in the Midwest drags on, plenty of Missourians are now looking into wells.

Tuesday, July 31, 2012  Small Midwest farmers struggle to fill orders, stay afloat as drought, heat kill vegetables

Monday, July 23, 2012  You made the difference during the KHQA food drive.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  The Madonna House food pantry serves about 50 households each time they distribute food twice a week.

Wednesday, July 18, 2012  The Quincy School District is preparing to shell out more money for food this school year.

Friday, July 13, 2012  The second year of Chow for Children in Rushville is serving up 300 meals and helping about 70 to 80 families a week.

Tuesday, May 15, 2012  The 2012 Quincy Farmer's Market season officially began Tuesday morning.

Tuesday, May 08, 2012  Most gardens this year are growing about a month to six weeks ahead of schedule.

Wednesday, May 02, 2012  The Farmer¹s Market in Hannibal will put down roots in a new location this year.

Friday, April 27, 2012  For those of you who have a green thumb, but don't like putting in all the work, the students at Highland High School have taken care of that problem for you. Annual event grows in popularity each year.

Tuesday, February 07, 2012  Officials hope new school lunch standards will help address the childhood obesity problem.