Where Can You Buy Groceries in Hannibal? Power Outage Causes Problems For Shoppers
Power is still out to several homes and businesses in Hannibal following Monday night's storm. Some residents report having had difficulty in buying groceries because so many businesses are without power and closed.
What Do You Do With Storm Debris? City of Hannibal Will Help Residents Clean Up
The City of Hannibal will be helping residents clean up from Monday night's devastating storm by providing curb-side cleanup for tree debris, but residents are asked not block streets and sidewalks with this material.
Hannibal-LaGrange University Releases Statement on Storm Damage
As the City of Hannibal picks up the pieces from last night's storm, many have noticed that there was significant damage to the campus of Hannibal-LaGrange Univeristy and the surrounding neighborhoods. This afternoon, the following statement was released via the HLGU Facebook page.
Marion County Emergency Management Director John Hark Comments on Hannibal Storm
Marion County Emergency Management Director John Hark made comments to the media regarding last night's severe storms that caused significant damage to the City of Hannibal. Hark says that an official call on whether or not the storm was a tornado has yet to be made, though weather experts are investigating.
Hannibal Storm Damage [Photo Gallery]
Clean up continues in and around Hannibal following severe storms last night that resulted in significant damage. Marion County Emergency Management Director John Hark estimated that "most" of the city, perhaps as much as 80%, was affected in some way by the storm. The gallery below shows damage from around America's Hometown. Bookmark this page and check back throughout the day as we will continue to update with new pictures as they become available.
What Do You Like Most About National Tom Sawyer Days? [Poll]
Summer is nearly upon us! Final preparations are being made for National Tom Sawyer Days, which will be from July 3 - 6 in downtown Hannibal. There are so many different types of activities planned during that time. Official events like the Fence Painting Contest and Frog Jump Contest draw enthusiasts year after year, and unofficial events that coincide with Tom Sawyer Days, like Mud Volleyball and the Hannibal Cannibal, are also among the activities our community loves to support. There's always more than enough to do during those few days in July. What do you enjoy most about National Tom Sawyer Days?
2013 Burlington Steamboat Days Includes Craig Morgan, Florida Georgia Line and Eli Young Band
The annual Burlington Steamboat Days American Music Festival will be June 11 - 16, and will include concerts from three country acts on the Main Stage!
Best Summer Concerts in Springfield, Illinois
Some really great country music concerts this summer will be within driving distance of our area, in Springfield, Illinois. The Illinois State Fair is always a good place to find some of country music's biggest stars, but there are also some country shows scheduled outside of the fair and at some of the surrounding county fairs. Here are some of the acts you'll be able to see in and around Springfield this year.
Country Bands That Play the Quincy / Hannibal Area [Videos]
With summer approaching there is a good chance you will find yourself at a concert - or two - over the next few months. What are your favorite local/regional bands?
What Makes the Best Quick Lunch? [Poll]
Sometimes there are just not enough hours in the day. When that happens, usually, the things that get sacrificed tend to be the things that are most enjoyable. Lunch, for instance. How often do you hear people use the terms "quick lunch" or "easy lunch?" All the time. Of course a quick or easy lunch doesn't necessarily have to mean a bad lunch. Every once in a while it's hard to beat a peanut butter sandwich, or a hot dog. When you're short on time, what's the best lunch that you can come up with?