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

Thursday, May 30, 2013  A new livestock operation was approved in Lima, Ill., but not all the locals are in hog heaven about the development.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  Eight inches of rain since May 1, 2013 has caused many fields to have standing water and that is affecting the recently planted corn crop.

Friday, May 24, 2013  New meat labels go into effect, telling consumers where animals were born, raised, slaughtered

Friday, May 17, 2013  Organic industry's political clout grows on Capitol Hill as consumers demand organic foods

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  VIDEO ADDED: Quincy resident Sandy Polley woke Tuesday morning to find quite a surprise out in the backyard.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Honey bees are dying off in large numbers around the country.

Tuesday, May 07, 2013  Oklahoma congressman proposes $20 billion spending cut over 10 years in nation's food stamps program

Monday, May 06, 2013  Rainfall totals say we're five inches above average so far this year and that is making farmers a little nervous as corn planting continues to be delayed.

Monday, May 06, 2013  Is there enough green in you diet? We're not talking about the color, we're talking about sustainability.

Friday, May 03, 2013  New federal report cites many causes for dramatic bee disappearance

Friday, April 26, 2013  The bridge near Louisiana, Mo. closed April. 20.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  More tough choices ahead for farmers, cities as New Mexico grapples with third year of drought

Wednesday, April 24, 2013  The Illinois River is encroaching on the Cass County town of 6,100.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  USDA makes 2nd attempt with livestock ID system meant to help control spread of animal disease

Friday, April 12, 2013  Voters in the Nauvoo-Colusa school district said "no" to a tax increase on APril 9th.