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KIRKSVILLE MAN SENTENCED TO 20 YEARS IN PRISON

A Kirksville man was sentenced to 20 years in prison today (mon.) for violating his probation. 43-year-old Aaron Smyser was sent to the Missouri Department of Corrections after an extended probation violation hearing today. Smyser was originally...Read More

FAYETTE CITY COUNCIL WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS

The Fayette City Council introduced a new administration at last Tuesday’s meeting after the recent election. Administrator Robin Triplett… right-click to download mp3 Greg Stidham is Fayette’s new mayor. right-click to download mp3 Anthony Shiflett, Marcus Wells,...Read More

AUDRAIN CO PURSUIT ENDS IN CRASH IN MEXICO

A Mexico man faces numerous charges following a chase that ended in an accident in Mexico Friday night. Around 11:30, the Audrain County Sheriff, Matt Oller, noticed a car being driven erratically on North Clark in Mexico,...Read More

SEMI TRUCK CATCHES FIRE OUTSIDE NEW COMO ALDI

The trailer of a semi truck caught fire outside the new Aldi location in Columbia late Sunday. The Columbia Fire Department reports that just before 5:30pm, crews responded to the 1000 block of East Green Meadows after...Read More

HANNIBAL MAN KILLED IN MARION CO. ACCIDENT SUNDAY

A Hannibal man was killed in an accident in Marion County Sunday. The Highway Patrol reports that around 2am, 21-year-old Dylan Faust went off the right side of Highway 168, four miles east of Palmyra, on his...Read More

Big K Sports

REISINGER A FINALIST FOR D2 NATIONAL SOFTBALL PLAYER OF THE YEAR

For the second year in a row, Truman University center fielder, Christa Reisinger, will be one of 25 players considered for Schutt Sports/NFCA Division II National Player of the Year. The winner will be announced on June...Read More

AREA MBCA ACADEMIC ALL-STATE SELECTIONS AND OTHER HONORS

The Missouri Basketball Coaches Association hosted the Academic All-State banquet on Sunday in Springfield. Here are area players that were honored: Garrett Fessler of Salisbury John Bohon of Kirksville Cole Kirchner and Zeb Riney of Clark County...Read More

MR. AND MISS SHOW-ME BASKETBALL

A couple St. Louis standouts were named the top players in the state at the Missouri Basketball Coaches Association awards program on Sunday. Courtney Ramey of Webster Groves is Mr. Show-Me Basketball and Sonya Morris of Incarnate...Read More

GLASGOW SENIOR MONNIG DISCUSSES HER CHOICE TO PLAY AT WESTMINSTER

Glasgow center Jaden Monnig has chosen Westminster College in Fulton to continue her basketball career. The three-time all stater says Westminster was completely different from any other college she visited. right-click to download mp3 Monnig first heard...Read More

REGISTER THIS WEEK FOR THE TIGER CARAVAN STOP IN MENDON

The Mizzou Athletic Department last week announced the Tiger Caravan will be in Mendon for its annual stop May 1st. Fred Carpenter says it should be another great lineup this year. right-click to download mp3 The cost...Read More

Upcoming Events

YMCA BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

Before-and-After-School-Flyer-2017-18-1 The Randolph Area YMCA is pleased to partner with Gratz Brown Elementary as well as North and South Park in offering our Before and After School Program for the current school year. We have implemented an outstanding curriculum...Read More

Randolph Area YMCA – Swim Lessons

What’s going on at the Randolph Area YMCA? It’s time to register for Swim Lessons! Group and Private swim lessons are available for all ages Class size is limited so call today to register! For more information,...Read More

ATINA ROBERTS AND BRIAN KATCHER PROGRAM

Atina Roberts, United Way Director, and author and local school librarian Brian Katcher will present a program at the Moberly Library on Monday (April 23rd) at 6:30....Read More

ANNUAL INDOOR/OUTDOOR FARMERS MARKET

The Walsworth Community Center in Marceline will be having their Annual Indoor/Outdoor Farmers Market and Small Business Incubator every Tuesday from 4pm-8pm beginning on April 10th at the Walsworth Community Center in Marceline. No reservations are necessary....Read More

BEVIER KINDERGARTEN SCREENING

The Bevier C-4 Kindergarten Screening will be held on Thursday, April 26th, starting at 8 am at the Bevier First Baptist Church. To schedule an appointment call the Bevier C-4 School Secretary at 660-773-66-11. You will need...Read More

National News

South Korea Stops Its Pop Bombardment Ahead Of Meeting With The North
A summit between South and North Korea this Friday prompted the South to stop broadcasting its massively popular pop music toward its northern neighbors.
'Numerous' Pedestrians Hit By Van In Toronto, Police Say
Police say a white van has struck multiple pedestrians in the North York area of the city. It was not immediately clear how many people were injured.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet Reflects On 'Ambition And Manhood In America'
Gregory Pardlo's new memoir, Air Traffic, chronicles his complicated relationship with his father, a labor organizer who lost his job following the air traffic controllers' 1981 strike.
Waffle House Murder Suspect Is In Custody
Police said Monday afternoon that Travis Reinking was captured "moments ago." Reinking is suspected of opening fire and killing four people Sunday at a Waffle House in Tennessee.
The Chamanas' New Single Has A Message About U.S. Immigration Policy
This anti-Trump anthem reflects the human drama along the U.S./Mexico border.
Amid Protests, Armenia's Prime Minister And Former President Will Resign
'The street movement is against my tenure,' said Serzh Sargsyan, after days of rallies. Critics oppose his new position, considering it a power grab by the former president.
Who Is Jack Johnson? President Trump Considers Posthumous Pardon For Boxer
The first African-American world heavyweight champion was the subject of a racially motivated arrest.
Black Law Enforcement Organization Wants Implicit Bias Training 'Mandated' For Police
The president of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement says the training should be instituted at police academies and made mandatory for veteran officers.
Palestinian Art Museum Opens In Connecticut
It's been rare to have exhibitions in the U.S. dedicated to Palestinian art.
Novel Reimagines Homer's Malevolent Witch Circe As Powerful Feminist Deity
The goddess is perhaps best known for turning men into pigs in Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey." But in "Circe," author Madeline Miller offers a more intricate portrayal.

World News

South Korea Stops Its Pop Bombardment Ahead Of Meeting With The North
A summit between South and North Korea this Friday prompted the South to stop broadcasting its massively popular pop music toward its northern neighbors.
'Numerous' Pedestrians Hit By Van In Toronto, Police Say
Police say a white van has struck multiple pedestrians in the North York area of the city. It was not immediately clear how many people were injured.
Amid Protests, Armenia's Prime Minister And Former President Will Resign
'The street movement is against my tenure,' said Serzh Sargsyan, after days of rallies. Critics oppose his new position, considering it a power grab by the former president.
Edible Oddities: David Bowie-Inspired Menus Reflect His Many Personas
Ziggy Stardust and the Thin White Duke are just two of the characters David Bowie created for himself. The innovator explored music and identity, and his art exhibition inspires chefs and mixologists.
It's A Boy! Prince William And Duchess Catherine Welcome No. 3
The new prince was born Monday and weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces. Mother and child are "both doing well," Kensington Palace announced.
Belgian Court Sentences Paris Attack Suspect Salah Abdeslam To 20-Year Term
Abdeslam still faces trial over the 2015 Paris attacks. But a Belgian court punished him for attempted terrorist murder, related to the shootout that ended his time on the run in 2016.
How The Tiny Nation Of Georgia Became A Bitcoin Behemoth
The former Soviet nation of Georgia now consumes more power in mining cryptocurrencies than the United States. What's going on?
For 50 Years, Deep-Water Trawls Likely Caught More Fish Than Anyone Thought
Using historical data and estimates from deep-sea trawls that drag nets along the ocean floor, researchers estimate that millions of tons of catch have gone unreported in the last 50 years.
Skeptics Voice Doubt About North Korea's Nuclear Announcement
North Korea has announced that it will stop ballistic missile tests. Steve Inskeep talks to Wendy Sherman, ex-undersecretary of state, about the impact this has on upcoming talks with President Trump.
'A Close Personal Relationship' Under Pressure As Trump Hosts France's Macron
While President Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron share personal chemistry, their bond may be tested on issues such as strategy in Syria, the Iran nuclear deal and trade.

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