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Kirksville City Councilmember Resigns April 8, 2021
John Gardner will be sworn-in to the Kirksville City Council on Monday following his win yesterday in the Municipal Election. One of his first issues will be helping to appoint someone to another City Council Seat, as Chuck Long resigned at this week’s meeting. Long said his resignation had to be effective immediately because he […]
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Recount in Race in Macon County April 8, 2021
The Macon County Clerk’s Office will be conducting a recount this morning regarding the tie in the unofficial results of the Ward 3 Macon City Council Election. Both Chris Walk and Jeff Skjeveland received a reported unofficial total of 23 votes each in Tuesday’s election.
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Kirksville Aquatic Center Grand Opening Delayed to June 19 April 8, 2021
The new Kirksville Aquatic Center’s grand opening celebration is being pushed back. The original plan was to open the facility on Memorial Day. But the city says due to delays by the project contractor in obtaining necessary construction materials, the celebration for the outdoor water park will be delayed until Saturday, June 19th. Passes for […]
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Municipal Election Results Kirksville and Adair County April 7, 2021
Here are results of the Municipal Election for Kirksville and Adair County. For Kirksville City Council, there were four candidates vying for one open seat. John Gardner won the seat by recieving 56.05 percent of the vote. Kabir Bansal had 27.85 percent of votes. Dana McDowell 11.53 percent and Kevin Alm 4.34 percent. There were […]
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2021 Municipal Election April 6, 2021
The 2021 Municipal Election is today. Municipal Elections allow Adair County residents the opportunity to elect city council members, aldermen, and school board members, and vote on bond and local sales tax issues. On the ballot today, there are 6 candidates running for two seats on the Kirksville R-III School Board. For city council, four […]
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A.T. Still University and Kirksville Family Medicine Vaccine Clinic April 6, 2021
A.T. Still University and Kirksville Family Medicine is hosting a COVID-19 vaccine clinic today and tomorrow. The clinic hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Gutensohn Clinic in Kirksville. The single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be administered at no cost to patients age 18 and older. Vaccines will be given by appointment […]
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COVID-19 Case Count Now at 2,392 April 6, 2021
Five cases of COVID-19 confirmed by the Adair County Health Department since April 1 brings the county’s total of known cases to 2,392. There are currently 12 active cases and 2,360 people who have left isolation. The county’s COVID-related death toll remains at 20. One case confirmed April 2 involved a 34-year-old male. Also on […]
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Teen Suspect in Kirksville Murder Charged April 5, 2021
The 17-year-old suspect in last week’s murder of a Kirksville resident has been charged. Brendon Lene, of La Plata has been charged with first-degree murder, armed criminal action and resisting/interfering with arrest. On Thursday, officers arrived at a residence on the 800 block of South Baltimore after a report of a man assaulted with a […]
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Ameren Missouri Requests 2022 Rate Adjustments April 5, 2021
Ameren Missouri filed a proposal with the Public Service Commission for a rate hike to improve its electric and natural gas systems. The new rates would take effect in 2022 to reflect major upgrades to electric and natural gas system reliability and resiliency for customers, as well as investments to support the transition to cleaner […]
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Baltimore Improvement Project in Kirksville Set to Begin April 5, 2021
Baltimore Street improvements in Kirksville set to begin this week. The project consists of resurfacing, American with Disabilities (ADA) improvements and drainage improvements. The project will run from just north of Illinois Street to just south of Patterson Street. MoDOT Area Engineer Amy Crawford says with these improvements safety will be increased for everyone.
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Entertainment News

Netflix shares trailer for ‘Jupiter’s Legacy’ superhero series

Netflix has shared the first official trailer for its new 8-episode superhero series Jupiter’s Legacy, a TV adaptation of the popular comic book series by

Tom Holland to star in anthology series ‘The Crowded Room’ for Apple TV+

Tom Holland is set to star in a new anthology series for Apple TV+ titled The Crowded Room. The Crowded Room will explore the true

Check out Paul Rudd in the new trailer for “Ghostbusters: Afterlife”

Sony Pictures Entertainment just dropped the new trailer for the upcoming supernatural comedy drama Ghostbusters: Afterlife. The film features Paul Rudd as Mr. Grooberson,

Take a look at the new trailer for Disney’s “Cruella”

Emma Stone portrays the titular Disney villain in the trailer (seen here) for the upcoming Cruella. In the trailer, Cruella wants to take out

FOX NEWS

Federal government spends $332B on 'zombie programs' never reauthorized by Congress
The federal government spends more than $332 billion on expired programs that Congress never reauthorized.
Fred Lucas
Sen. Rick Scott: Senate Dems are the problem – this simple bill will help get spending under control in DC
No Budget, No Pay is very simple bill I first introduced when I got to the Senate in 2019.  It says that if Congress can’t perform its most basic function – passing a budget – then members of the House and the Senate shouldn’t get paid. 
Rick Scott
Former Dallas police officer released from jail, has murder charges dropped: report
A former Dallas police officer arrested last month on capital murder charges has been released from jail and had his charges dropped after a judge ruled he could not be held, according to reports.
David Aaro
George scores 33 points, Clippers snap Suns' winning streak
When Paul George and Kawhi Leonard are both healthy, they are one of the most difficult duos to stop in the NBA. The Los Angeles Clippers superstars showed that again Thursday night.
Jazz rout Trail Blazers for 23rd straight home victory
Strong second-half defense helped the Utah Jazz break open a close game and extend their franchise-record home winning streak.
Angels win 7-5 in home opener for Florida-based Blue Jays
The nomadic Toronto Blue Jays came up just short in their latest home opener location.
Astros remain hot in home opener with 6-2 win over Athletics
The Houston Astros insisted they weren’t bothered by the angry crowds they faced on the road to start the season.
Oilers beat Senators 3-1 to sweep 9-game season series
Devin Shore broke a tie with 7:02 left, Mike Smith made 39 saves and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Ottawa Senators 3-1 on Thursday night to sweep the nine-game season series.
Cuomo staffers' work on his book wasn't voluntary, as required by law, some claim: report
Several current and former staffers of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo have reportedly claimed their work on his for-profit book about his response to the coronavirus was not voluntary, as previously claimed by the governor’s office.
Brie Stimson
Butler scores 28, Heat beat depleted Lakers 110-104
Jimmy Butler scored 28 points to lead the Miami Heat past the depleted Los Angeles Lakers 110-104 on Thursday night.