My first job in radio was in Bowling Green, Missouri in 1972, and I’ve been fortunate to have been gainfully employed (mostly) in the media ever since. I’m a native of northeast Missouri and western Illinois, and most of my time in the media has been in the area – from Hannibal, Monroe City and Branson, Missouri to Pittsfield, Virden and Jacksonville, Illinois. Over the years, time off the air has been spent lay speaking, auctioneering, emceeing various area events and rooting for the St. Louis Cardinals. Occasionally over the years, I’ve thought, “There’s gotta be a better way to make a living.” Well, I’ve checked … and there’s not. As God as my witness, I thought turkeys could fly.
Harold Smith
Winter Storm Warnings, Advisories Posted for New Year’s Day
The weather watches issued Thursday for northeast Missouri and western Illinois have been upgraded to warnings and advisories for New Year's Day.
Who Knew Repurposed BnB’s Were a Thing? Check out ‘The Silo’
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Snow, Mixed Precipitation Expected to Ring in the New Year
We didn't get a white Christmas, but would you settle for a white New Year's?
Lots to Choose From for a Branson New Year’s Eve Getaway
Karla and I did it once. We look forward to doing it again. You could do it, too ... this Friday night.
Warrant Arrest Leads to Firearms, Other Charges for Quincy Man
A Quincy man is in the Adams County Jail on outstanding warrants and a number of new charges.
Here’s Your Guide to 2022 Area Eagle Watching
There was a time, not so many years ago, when you would be hard pressed to witness the majesty of an American Bald Eagle just anywhere.
Workers, Students, Foster Parents Benefit From 2022 Missouri Laws
With the new year of 2022 upon us, there are a number of new laws going into effect in Missouri come January 1.
UPDATE: First Night Springfield Activities Cancelled
UPDATE: The spike in COVID-19 cases has resulted in the cancellation of a central Illinois New Year’s Eve event.
Old Farmer’s Almanac Says You’d Better Bundle Up This Winter
The Old Farmer's Almanac has been the go-to publication for advice and guidance for everything from when to plant your garden to when to castrate your livestock for well over two centuries.
Happy Birthday Ozzie Smith-Cardinals’ Best Christmas Gift Ever
I saw that December 26 is Ozzie Smith's 67th birthday. That brought to mind the fact that it was 40 years ago that Cardinal fans got the best early Christmas present ever. EV-ER.