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Hannibal Regional Inpatient Rehabilitation Program Achieves 99th Percentile National Ranking
Hannibal Regional Hospital is proud to announce that its Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit has been recognized among the top-performing rehabilitation programs in the nation, according to the newly released Program Evaluation Model (PEM) report for the most recent reporting year. The Inpatient Rehabilitation team achieved an outstanding score, placing them in the 99th percentile nationwide among all inpatient rehabilitation facilities utilizing UDSMR® for data reporting. This ranking reflects exceptional performance across key quality indicators, including patient functional gains, self-care and mobility outcomes, community discharge rates, and overall clinical effectiveness. “This achievement is a testament to the dedication, skill, and compassion of…
Read MoreMyFreeTaxes.com Available for Free Tax Filing through United Way
Hannibal, Mo. – In partnership with United Way Worldwide, United Way of the Mark Twain Area is promoting My Free Taxes®, a free and secure online tax filing service for individuals and families who earned less than $89,000 in 2025. With no local VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) sites available in the five counties of the United Way of the Mark Twain Area (Lewis, Marion, Monroe, Ralls, and Shelby Counties), this is the only option to file federal and state taxes for free locally. MyFreeTaxes.com allows residents to file from their phone, tablet, or computer, often in under an hour.…
Read MoreOutdoors With Kevin Fox: Making Plans for 2026
I wrote last week about thinking of planning a fishing trip for 2026. I hope it at least got you thinking about getting out and enjoying the many opportunities God has provided us on this planet. Many, many years ago — perhaps 30 if not a little more — a friend, my dad and I traveled to Upton, Wyoming, to go on a pronghorn antelope hunt. I’ll be honest: I was nervous about the trip. I planned for it all summer and did a lot of shooting with my Remington Model 788, chambered in .243. I did this because I…
Read MoreRegional Water System Proposed to Address PFAS, Capacity and Long-Term Costs
By By Mike Scott, NEMOnews Media Group CANTON, Mo. — A proposal to develop a regional water system linking Canton, La Grange, Marion and Clark counties drew a large crowd Jan. 14 at the Lewis Street Playhouse, as water officials unveiled estimated costs, timelines and potential state and federal grant funding. The meeting, hosted by Consolidated Public Water Supply District #1 of Clark County, featured a presentation by engineer Kyle Pociask of Four Points Land Surveying & Engineering. Pociask outlined plans for a centralized source of treated water that would serve multiple systems and offer greater reliability and economies of scale than standalone plants. Why…
Read MorePAMA Adopt A Child Program Helps 111 Area Children This Year
Written by: Susan Schwanke, Adopt A Child Coordinator for PAMA Once again, the Palmyra and Philadelphia area got to experience small-town generosity at its finest through the Palmyra Area Ministerial Alliance’s Adopt A Child program. This program has been actively helping families in our area for almost 40 years. It was started on Main Street by a few caring individuals, who saw a need and took it upon themselves to do something to help. They recruited donations from townspeople and helped several families have a better Christmas. The program has evolved and changed over the years and it now serves…
Read MoreOutdoors With Kevin Fox: New Year’s Resolutions or Promises Made and Promises Kept
Another year has arrived, and with it, many resolutions will be made by people who know full well they will never keep them. The usual one is to lose weight. I’ve done that— maybe not as much as I should have—but 40 pounds over a couple of years was enough for me. Besides, I just looked it up: The Earth is spinning right now at a speed of 1,000 miles per hour. There’s probably no danger of my suddenly losing 10 pounds and being thrown into outer space, but why risk it? My resolutions are more like goals for the…
Read MoreRinging in the New Year, One Tradition at a Time
As the final seconds of the year tick away, people across the globe prepare to welcome the new year with traditions as varied as the cultures that celebrate them. Some rituals involve feasting. Others focus on reflection. Many are rooted in age-old beliefs about luck, prosperity and new beginnings. From fireworks in New York City to grape eating in Madrid, these customs reveal how the human desire for fresh starts is both universal and deeply personal. A World of Celebration In Spain, New Year’s Eve calls for a quick snack: eating 12 grapes at midnight — one for each chime…
Read MoreLovegreen, Tuley Receive Military Service Academy Nominations
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – U.S. Rep. Sam Graves (MO-06) has announced his nominations for students across Missouri’s Sixth Congressional District to attend the United States Military Service Academies. Each year, members of Congress nominate outstanding high school students for appointment to the nation’s service academies. “One of the greatest honors I have as the congressman for North Missouri is nominating highly qualified students to our nation’s military service academies,” Graves said. “These young men and women are among the best and brightest. They’ve excelled academically and shown exceptional leadership in their schools and communities. I have no doubt they’ll make…
Read MorePalmyra City Council Approves Ordinance Updates and Recognizes Council Service
By Ella Aguilar The Palmyra City Council met Thursday evening to address several ordinance updates, hear department reports, and recognize years of service from council members. The agenda and consent agenda were both approved before moving into legislative business. Ordinances and Readings The council unanimously approved the second reading of Bill 1669, which corrects the existing Park Sales Tax ordinance within the city code. The second reading of Bill 1670 was also approved unanimously, correcting the Citywide Use Tax ordinance in the city’s code. The council then approved the second reading of Bill 1671, amending Chapter 607 of the city…
Read MoreGiving Week 2025 Raises $36,971.48 for Local Nonprofits
Hannibal, Mo – Area funders are proud to announce the successful conclusion of Giving Week 2025, which raised $36,971.48 to support local nonprofit organizations serving communities across Northeast Missouri. The week-long celebration of generosity exceeded its original goal and demonstrated the powerful impact of collaboration and community giving. Held December 2–8 in conjunction with the global Giving Tuesday movement, Giving Week was made possible through a partnership between United Way of the Mark Twain Area, the Community Foundation Serving West-Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri, and the Riedel Foundation. Together, the partners established a $15,000 Giving Week Fund, which matched donations…
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