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Iowa's abortion ban, one of the nation's strictest, to take effect Monday
One of the strictest abortion bans in the nation will take effect in Iowa on Monday. Why it matters: Most abortions will be prohibited after about six weeks of pregnancy, with exceptions in the cases of rape, incest or to save the life of the patient. Driving the news: Iowa...
Monroe City woman faces stealing charge after nearly $15,000 found missing from New London Ball Association
NEW LONDON, Mo. — A Monroe City woman recently was arrested by the Ralls County Sheriff’s Department after funds from the New London Ball Association were determined to be misappropriated. Ralls County Sheriff Brad Stinson said in a press release that the New London Ball Association reported earlier...
HLGU’s annual Alumni and Friends Golf Classic fundraiser planned for Sept. 27 at Norwoods
HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University’s annual Alumni and Friends Golf Classic fundraiser will take place on Friday, Sept. 27, at Norwoods Golf Club. Registration and a BBQ lunch will begin at 11 a.m. with a shotgun start scheduled for noon. Golf enthusiasts and HLGU supporters are invited to...
Iowa Rain Totals Thursday Morning: Isolated Flash Flooding in Montrose
Montrose, IA – Thursday morning brought significant rainfall to parts of Iowa and Illinois, with Montrose recording the highest rainfall total at 3.46 inches. The National Weather Service (NWS) in the Quad Cities reported a stubborn weather pattern causing slow-moving, heavy rain showers and storms over the past several days.
Payson church selling ‘one of a kind’ home that once served as station on Underground Railroad
PAYSON, Ill. — A Payson house believed to have been a station on the Underground Railroad is available for purchase. Realtor David Hawkins of Mays Realtors is selling the home at 102 N. Park, which was completed in 1840. “It’s unique,” Hawkins said. “In a lot of ways, this...
Payson's Old Settlers Picnic celebrates 130 years with family fun & Honor Flight donation
Payson, Ill. (KHQA) — The community is invited to join in the celebration at the 130th Annual Payson Old Settlers Picnic this August. The event is taking place August 2nd through August 4th in Payson, Illinois, at Payson South Park. This year’s Parade Marshals are members of the Bunte...
Hot-hitting Bay County downs two Illinois foes in Pony League North Zone
BAY CITY, MI – Bay County is doing its best to be a gracious host for the Pony League North Zone tournament. But that ends when the game starts. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Ample Sweet Corn Crop Expected Despite Challenges
Some farmers believe Illinois is on pace for a good sweet corn season as harvest begins in some areas. –Photo by Catrina Rawson of FarmWeek. As consumers look to add fresh sweet corn to their summer meals, a couple of Illinois producers say conditions have been right for a good crop this season.
Deja vu? Canadian wildfire affects being felt in Central Illinois
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — Canadian wildfires are burning thousands of miles away, but the affects are starting to be felt here in Central Illinois. Air quality is getting worse from the smoke, and some people may want to be careful over the next few days. Last year, you could feel the smoke in the air […]
Important News for Illinois Low Income Families Receiving TANF Payments
Illinois has set a precedent now that all child support payments collected for families receiving or having received Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) will now be directly passed on to them without state deductions. Child Support Changes in Illinois Now in Effect. This landmark policy was effective as of...
Nationwide Transport Plans La Grange, Missouri, Headquarters
Nationwide Transport plans to establish operations in La Grange, Missouri. The $5.2 million project is expected to create seven jobs. The investment will include the conversion of an existing 4,800-square-foot building into the company’s headquarters and operations center. “Being raised in La Grange and having lived here for 38...
Mark is Leaving 97.9 KICK-FM
Hey everyone it's Mark, from "Mornings w/Mark & Sam" and yes, I am leaving KICK-FM. I started at 97.9 KICK-FM in March of 2019, and it has been the best 5 and a half years of my life working for this radio station. Since moving to Quincy to take this job I met my incredible wife, became a stepfather to two fantastic kids, and made lifelong friends, thanks to this job.
Teen queens reign supreme in all-city musical, SIX
Most of us know the rhyme about the unfortunate fates of Henry VIII's six wives: "Divorced, beheaded, died. Divorced, beheaded, survived." After seeing the all-city teen production of the musical SIX, codirected by Morgan Kaplan and Andrew Maynerich, you can add "revived" to the end of that poem. SIX reimagines...
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