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TAYLOR, MO – What a beautiful weekend we have had, a bit windy but temps were great.As I sit here typing this article, it is cloudy with a forecast of rain changing to snow later this evening into Monday morning. I do believe later in the week it is suppose to be beautiful with very…
Read MoreUniversity of Arkansas Chancellor’s List Includes Area Students
FAYETTEVILLE, AR – The University of Arkansas is recognizing students for earning a place on theFall 2025 Chancellor’s List, the university’s highest semester academic honor for undergraduates. To qualify for the Chancellor’s List, undergraduate students must attain a 4.0 grade-point average for the semester while completing at least 12 credit hours of coursework required for…
Read MoreHannibal Regional Foundation Announces Inaugural Crimson Ball to Benefit Local Heart Patients
Hannibal Regional Foundation is proud to host the Inaugural Crimson Ball on Saturday,February 28, at Hannibal Country Club. The event will bring the community together for an elegant evening with a powerful purpose: raising awareness and funds to support local heart patients. As heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States,…
Read MoreLocal Students Graduate from Missouri State University
SPRINGFIELD, MO (02/10/2026)– Missouri State University awarded 1,426 degrees to students in fall 2025. The commencement ceremonies took place Dec. 12, 2025, at Great Southern Bank Arena. The following local students earned degrees: Cailee Combs of Hannibal (63401) graduated with a Bachelor of Science,English, Summa Cum Laude in the Honors College Maria Cox of Hannibal…
Read MoreAI for Small Business: Your New Intern Isn’t Human
By Ella Aguilar Artificial intelligence might sound like something built for Silicon Valley tech giants. Still, at this month’s Chamber of Commerce meeting, JR Bareis of TigerHawk Technologies made one thing clear: AI is already here, and small businesses cannot afford to ignore it. To put the speed of change into perspective, Bareis opened with…
Read MoreAI for Small Business: Your New Intern Isn’t Human
By Ella Aguilar Artificial intelligence might sound like something built for Silicon Valley tech giants. Still, at this month’s Chamber of Commerce meeting, made one thing clear: AI is already here, and small businesses cannot afford to ignore it. To put the speed of change into perspective, Bareis opened with a comparison. It took the…
Read MoreMemphis FFA Chapter Celebrates 2026 National FFA Week, Feb. 21st-28th
INDIANAPOLIS – The Memphis FFA Chapter in Memphis, MO will celebrate National FFA Week Feb. 21st – 28th, 2025.. National FFA Week embraces more than 90 years of FFA traditions while looking forward to the organization’s future. More than 1 million members with a passion for agriculture will participate in activities at local, state and…
Read MoreLancaster City Council Approves Bills, Audit Update And March Meeting Change
Lancaster — The Lancaster City Council approved monthly bills, received department updates and rescheduled its March meeting during a session Jan. 12 at City Hall. Mayor Donald Derickson called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Council members Paul Reynolds, Cole Tippett, Kevin Buckallew and Tommy Roberts were present, along with City Clerk Candy Tallman…
Read MoreClark County FFA Plans Full Slate of Activities for National FFA Week
Next week is once again nearing National FFA Week. The Clark County FFA chapter will have a packed week of activities. To start FFA Week, members will have the opportunity to attend St. Paul Church in Official Dress on Sunday, February 22, for FFA Sunday. On Monday, February 23, members will participate in Blue and…
Read MoreClark County Varsity Scholar Bowl Team Off to Strong Start in 2026 Season
By Emily Bontrager The Clark County Varsity Scholar Bowl team is off to an impressive start this season, building a 27–4 record and showcasing a roster filled with young talent and strong teamwork. Team members include Zac Irvin, Lexi Oilar, Liam McIntire, Vivian Reardon, Brody Davis, and Breckin Webster. Under the leadership of Mr. Reardon,…
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