Area News
Local Community Invited to Annual “Foundation Wednesdays Dining Days” to Benefit Palmyra School District
Palmyra, MO — The Palmyra School Foundation is pleased to announce its third annual Foundation Wednesdays Dining Days, taking place each Wednesday through May 20, 2026. The event kicked off on April 1 with Breadeaux Pizza, sponsored by Bud’s Paint and Body Shop, and was met with outstanding support from the local community. This ongoing…
Read MoreHannibal Regional Honors the Legacy of Local Couple
On April 2, Hannibal Regional Foundation announced the largest gift in the organization’s history, a transformational estate gift of $9.25 million from longtime supporters Harold and Laura Robertson of Hannibal. The Robertson’s extraordinary generosity reflects a nearly 20 year relationship with Hannibal Regional rooted in gratitude, compassion, and a deep appreciation for the care they…
Read MoreCasino Royale Event to Benefit Local Pediatric Speech Therapy Program
Hannibal Regional Foundation and O.C. Wilson Scottish Rite are teaming up for an exciting night to raise funds for the Pediatric Speech Therapy Department at Hannibal Regional Hospital. Back by popular demand, the sixth annual Casino Royale event will take place on Friday, April 17, bringing blackjack, roulette and other fun casino games to the…
Read MoreSidewalk (ADA) Improvement Project Scheduled on Route V in Maywood
HANNIBAL – Weather permitting, the week of April 6, contractor crews will start work on a sidewalk (ADA) improvement project on Route V in Lewis County, from Olive Avenue to 292nd Avenue in Maywood. The $749,178.56 contract was awarded last fall to Ti-Zack Concrete, LLC of Le Center, MN. This project is scheduled to be…
Read MoreReal Estate Transactions
1. General Warranty Martha K Slayton and Kyle Scott Slayton to Kyle Scott Slayton and Martha K Slayton or Successor Trustees of the Kyle Scott Slayton and Martha Kay Slayton Revocable Living Trust All of lots 45, 46, 47, and 48 in Block C in College Heights Subdivision of all that part of Lot one…
Read MoreHathaway, Anderson Lead Marion County At Knox County Relays
EDINA, Mo. — Marion County was led by standout girls performances at the Knox County Relays on March 31 as Kennedy Hathaway won the 100-meter hurdles and added runner-up finishes in the 300-meter hurdles and javelin, while Alivia Anderson won the discus and added top-six finishes in the high jump and shot put. Ella Dougherty…
Read MoreGardner House Museum Musing
Hope everyone had a great Easter. Easter for some means that Spring is here, and the earth seems to be busting open to the colors of flowers and the green of trees and grass. Soon the lawnmowers will be humming (if they are not already). Thought I would look up where the tradition of the…
Read MoreMaywood News
We had beautiful weather for Easter Sunday today. This week brought much- needed rain, but today was sunny and mild, and the wind wasn’t too blustery for the egg hunt! South Union Baptist Church gathered for Easter Sunday worship today. During Sunday School, several children made watercolor cross posters with the help of Mauvoreen Meyer…
Read MoreLetter to the Editor
My name is Terry Sampson, and I’m a lifelong resident of Hannibal. Many changes have taken place during those years, especially along the Highway 61 corridor through town. My point in writing this letter is to show my total commitment/support for the Hannibal Expressway/ Bypass. I totally understand the issues associated with this project, but…
Read MoreApply for MDC elk and bear hunting permits in May
Bear permits have been increased to 2,000 with harvest increased to 60 bears. JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds Missourians interested in hunting black bear and/or elk in the state this fall that they need to apply for a limited number of hunting permits for each in May. The Missouri…
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