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Midwest farm economies suffered while some Sun Belt states kept rolling in early 2025
Global clashes and trade wars hammered Midwestern states’ agricultural economies early this year, while a continuing boom in Southeastern states’ housing and tech jobs kept their economies humming along.
War between intoxicating hemp and marijuana industries resumes in St. Louis
When St. Louis Alderman Shane Cohn filed legislation last year to regulate intoxicating hemp products, he didn’t hear much about it from local residents or leaders of the fast-growing industry.
The Handsome Hound named Business of the Month
The Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce has named The Handsome Hound as July’s Business of the Month, recognizing the local dog grooming salon for its outstanding service, community involvement, and family-driven values.
Family fun, food, and mud await at Vandalia's Summer Palooza
The Vandalia Area Fairgrounds are set to come alive this Saturday, July 12, as the community prepares for the much-anticipated Summer Palooza, a full day of family-friendly fun, food, and festivities.
Missouri lawmakers could return to session this fall to debate property taxes
Questions about the constitutionality of a property tax cap included in the governor’s stadium funding plan earlier this month may draw Missouri lawmakers back into session later this year.
Vendors invited to join the fun at Prairie Days Festival on Sept. 27
The Vandalia Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the annual Prairie Days Fall Festival, set to take place on Saturday, Sept. 27, and local vendors are invited to be part of the celebration.
PCMH opens oncology center
As part of their comprehensive plan to expand the services offered at Pike County Memorial Hospital the hospital board opened an oncology center on the… Login to continue reading Login…
DAR hosts reception for new citizens
On Friday, June 13, 2025, 15 individuals from nine countries took the final step to become U.S. citizens by taking the Oath of Allegiance at the Hannibal Federal Building.
Courtney Rowe crowned as Miss Missouri
MEXICO—The 55th anniversary of the Miss Missouri competition culminated with the crowning of a new Miss Missouri and she is Courtney Rowe, a Kansas City native.
Vandalia invites community to help build a Garden Snake at City Hall
This summer, the City of Vandalia is slithering into the season with a creative and community-driven project: building a giant decorative snake in the front flower garden at City Hall, and they want your help!