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

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 26, 2013  The Illinois River surpassed the flood record that was set back in 1943. Officials now say the river will crest later this week at 29.9 feet.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  Musholt will be at West Point and will be there along with three other students from QND including his older brother who will be a senior cadet this fall.

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  US Officials: Unpredictable North Korea with its nukes and missiles poses serious threat

Sunday, March 10, 2013  The city's third annual Chocolate Extravaganza drew in Tri-State residents looking for free chocolate and live music.

Saturday, March 02, 2013  Illinois kicks off Severe Weather Preparedness Month

Friday, February 08, 2013  Many opinions being voiced on the proposal to raise the minimum wage in Illinois.

Wednesday, February 06, 2013  The Postmaster General has announced there will be a cut in some mail delivery on Saturday beginning in August.

Friday, February 01, 2013  Quincy resident Troy E. Cleesen, 44, was charged with manufacture of methamphetamine in federal court in Springfield on Thursday.

Thursday, January 31, 2013  Mail processing will cease at Quincy facility by the end of February.

Friday, January 25, 2013  The Historic Quincy Business District has unveiled an e-commerce website that features five businesses in the downtown area and more are expected to join.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  They will act as national spokespeople to share stories and answer consumer questions about how food is grown and raised to feed our nation.

Tuesday, January 22, 2013  One of Hannibal's own marched alongside President Obama at the Inaugural Parade Monday.

Friday, January 04, 2013  Since July about 60 percent of the U.S. has been dealing with drought conditions.

Wednesday, December 26, 2012  The Electoral College cast their votes earlier this month based on how their states voted in November.