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

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.

Wednesday, May 01, 2013  Upgrades are needed as the lock and dam system built in the 1930s continues to show the signs of age.

Thursday, April 18, 2013  Flooding along the Mississippi is creating a need for people to help sandbagging.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  Group will bring in experts to answer questions and address issues for military family members.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Midwest gets some much needed rainfall.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Competitive pricing expected to save taxpayes billions of dollars.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013  Senior care services in Illinois are holding onto what little money they've received from the state. It's caused concern for both employees and their clients who rely on them in their retirement years.

Friday, January 18, 2013  The Tri-State area has been in a drought for months now. Local farmers had record low numbers in their yields.

Friday, January 04, 2013  Senate prepared to come back on Tuesday if needed.

Tuesday, December 25, 2012  A 21-year tradition continues Tuesday as staff at LulaBelle's in Hannibal prepare to serve hundreds of Christmas meals throughout the community.

Thursday, December 20, 2012  Reports of numerous motorists stranded in McDonough County.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012  Agreement with Kohl's secures district bread for time being.

Tuesday, November 06, 2012  The fundraising goal for the Fort Madison Sports Complex has been raised.

Thursday, November 01, 2012  The sounds of the Salvation Army bells are kind of the unofficial start to the holiday season.

Wednesday, October 31, 2012  The American Cancer Society needs you to help stop a deadly disease.