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Thursday, May 16, 2013  Two of the Mark Twain Lake public swimming beaches will be open later than usual because of the flood debris that needs to be cleaned up before the area opens to the public.

Friday, April 19, 2013  The road is closed just south of the entrances to Sawyer's Creek and the Mark Twain Cave.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  Move Over For Work Zones - Don't Zone Out is what MoDOT is promoting during Work Zone Awareness Week.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  The Mark Twain Memorial Lighthouse is one of Hannibal's biggest tourist's attractions. Hundreds of people walk up the lighthouse steps to take in the city's view. KHQA's Kristen Aguirre shines a light on another reason you should make the climb.

Thursday, March 21, 2013  Area cities are teaming up to highlight Tri-State tourism hot spots.

Thursday, March 14, 2013  No foul play is suspected in the death of Howard Miller of Hannibal.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013  Multiple police cars responded to the Best Way Inn at 612 Mark Twain Ave.

Monday, March 11, 2013  The City of Hannibal is a step closer to moving forward with a new sidewalk project for its downtown.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  VIDEO ADDED: The Hannibal History Museum is moving to a new home soon.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013  It's called Passive Security Strategies and it's a way to provide a layer of security at public buildings.

Saturday, January 12, 2013  The executive director of the Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum in Hannibal is stepping down.

Monday, January 07, 2013  America's hometown saw tourism that broke records throughout 2012.

Thursday, December 06, 2012  The Mark Twain coin is slated to be in production beginning in 2016 as long as the president signs along the dotted line.

Tuesday, December 04, 2012  If you're looking for something festive to do this weekend, Hannibal has many options. It's celebrating "Home for the Holidays."

Thursday, November 22, 2012  Hannibal residents are looking forward to the first major winter snowstorm (they may be the only ones,) so they can participate in the first Hannibal Snowman Building Contest.