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10th Anniversary Red Cross Blood Drive in Honor of Ashley Mayer February 28, 2020
The American Red Cross is once again teaming up with the family of Ashley Mayer for a tenth consecutive year to host a blood drive in her honor tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Adair County Annex, 300 N. Franklin, in Kirksville. In February 2010, Ashley, who has Down Syndrome, was diagnosed […]
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State Ramps Up Preparedness for Possible Spread of Coronavirus February 28, 2020
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is engaging with federal governmental leadership, national thought leaders and local public health agencies to maximize Missouri’s preparedness for the possible spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus should a future case be diagnosed in Missouri. Dr. Randall Williams, DHSS Director, says efforts here in Missouri are strategically aligned […]
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Truman State University-Peace Corps Top College February 28, 2020
Peace Corps announced this week that Truman State University ranked No.19 among medium size schools on the agency’s list of top volunteer-producing colleges and universities in 2020. There are 18 Truman Bulldogs currently volunteering in countries around the world. Since the agency’s founding in 1961, around 238 alumni from Truman State University have served abroad […]
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KPD Releases Names of Drivers in Fatal Crash February 26, 2020
The Kirksville Police Department has released the names of the drivers involved in a fatal crash between a SUV and a tractor trailer Monday afternoon. According to police, the semi, driven by 49-year-old, John Blenz, of Kingman, Kansas, was southbound on Highway 63 when it turned into the path of a northbound SUV driven by […]
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Auditors Office Reviewing Whistleblower Complaint Concerning Macon February 26, 2020
The Missouri Public Corruption and Fraud Division within the State Auditor’s Office is reviewing a whistleblower complaint concerning the City of Macon. The only information about the complaint that has been released is that it has to do with the operations in the City of Macon. The state’s Public Corruption and Fraud Division will complete […]
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MDC and CFM Report on Deer Meat Donation Totals February 26, 2020
The Missouri Department of Conservation and the Conservation Federation of Missouri thank the thousands of Missouri deer hunters who donated over 348,500 pounds of venison to the state’s Share the Harvest program this past deer season, including 6,795 whole deer. MDC and CFM also thank the many sponsors who financially support the program.The donated deer […]
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Kirksville Police Investigating Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident February 25, 2020
Kirksville Police are investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident. Yesterday at approximately 12:44 PM, Kirksville Police and first responders were dispatched to the intersection of US Hwy 63 (bypass) and Missouri Hwy 6 East (Shephard Avenue) in reference to a motor vehicle accident involving a tractor-trailer and a sport utility vehicle. During the investigating, officers […]
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Winter Weather Advisory February 25, 2020
A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect Northeast Missouri from 3 this afternoon until 6 tomorrow morning. Forecasters are calling for 2 inches of snow total with this storm system. Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Slow down and use caution while traveling. Get the […]
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Severe Weather Preparedness and Statewide Tornado Drill Next Week February 25, 2020
While snow falls the next couple of days in the area, the State Emergency Management Agency is gearing up for Severe Weather Preparedness Week and the Statewide Tornado Drill next week. From March 2 to 6, the National Weather Service, State Emergency Management Agency and local emergency managers urge Missourians to learn about severe weather […]
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More Details on Charges Against Kirksville Man February 24, 2020
More details have been released about the charges against a Kirksville man. The Linn County Sheriff’s Office reports that 21-year-old Ameal D. Sturgeon was arrested last week after he’d fled from a wrecked truck that was stolen. Sturgeon, who is a convicted felon, was found to be in possession of drugs and a 9 mm […]
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Entertainment News

Chris Evans In Talks To Star In “Little Shop Of Horrors” Remake

Captain America” star Chris Evans is in talks to star in the ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ remake. Evans is being lined up to play

ABC Planning ‘Bachelor’ Dating Spin-Off Show For Seniors

The producers of the hit ABC reality dating show The Bachelor are looking for seniors for a new dating show. According to ABC’s casting

Tom Cruise’s “Mission: Impossible 7” Halts Filming In Italy Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

Paramount Pictures said that production of the latest film in the “Mission: Impossible” series starring Tom Cruise has been stopped in Italy following the

Kelly Clarkson Returns To Host 2020 Billboard Music Awards

Singer and “Voice” coach Kelly Clarkson is returning to host the 2020 Billboard Music Awards for the third time in a row. Clarkson said

FOX NEWS

Paul Batura: Happy leap day – go take a leap that could change your life
In this leap year, don't be afraid to take a leap in life -- dreaming and setting a big goal and then actually going for it.
Paul Batura
5 terrific Siri tricks you’ll use time and again
Siri means a secret in Swahili and in Norse, a beautiful woman who leads you to victory. To those of us in Appleland using the voice-controlled personal assistant, it stands for “Speech Interpretation and Recognition Intelligence.” And when you put Siri to work, she can move productivity mountains.
Kim Komando
Oregon coronavirus patient is grade-school employee; school closed for deep cleaning, officials say
An elementary school in Oregon will remain closed through Wednesday after an employee became the first presumptive case of coronavirus in the state, the Lake Oswego School District confirmed on its website.
Brie Stimson
Charles Hurt: Super PAC 'dark money' for Warren shows Dem establishment 'terrified' of Sanders
The idea that so-called super PACs are willing to support Sen. Elizabeth Warren for president is proof that establishment Democrats are terrified that current front-runner Sen. Bernie Sanders may win the party's nomination, Washington Times opinion editor Charles Hurt said Friday night.
Victor Garcia
Rashida Tlaib to speak in Missouri at event for American Muslims for Palestine
U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., is scheduled to speak Saturday in Missouri at the annual gala of the state’s chapter of American Muslims for Palestine (AMP), according to the group’s website.
Dom Calicchio
This Day in History: Feb. 29
“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” wins a record-tying 11 Academy Awards; A Monkees heartthrob dies.
Laura Ingraham: Joe Biden's 'lagging campaign' lacks 'the Obama magic' -- and money
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden headed into Saturday's important South Carolina primary lacking two important things: "magic" and money, Fox News' Laura Ingraham noted Friday night.
Victor Garcia
AOC warns Bloomberg would be 'a worse Trump' if elected president
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez warned that electing Mike Bloomberg in November would pave the way for another candidate who could be “even worse” than President Trump.
Mark Moore
Over China, cornavirus coincides with plummet in nitrogen dioxide
The coronavirus is coinciding with "significant decreases" in nitrogen dioxide over China, according to NASA, as authorities there continue to place more people under quarantines and some businesses remain closed amid the outbreak.
Louis Casiano
Cotton calls China travel ban 'the single most consequential and valuable thing' done to slow coronavirus
Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., praised the Trump administration Friday amid a flood of attacks by critics in the media and by Democratic lawmakers over its handling of the coronavirus outbreak.
Joshua Nelson