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
Hannibal Gets Its Christmas Sparkle On Starting Friday
America's Hometown has become famous for its festivals - from the Chocolate Extravaganza and the Great Girlfriend Getaway in the spring, to Twain on Main, National Tom Sawyer Days and the Big River Steampunk Festival in the summer to the Folk Life Festival in the fall.
WATCH: Waino Gives Dunk Tank Clown Well Deserved Bath
We've all been there, right? You take the family to the local fair for an evening of fun and relaxation.
Hannibal, Monroe City, Bowling Green Win District Titles Friday
It was District Championship night for Missouri high school football Friday night.
If It’s a Knockoff, Second-Hand or Too Noisy, Don’t Buy It
If you're shopping for toys (and if you have kids or grandkids, who isn't) listen up - if it's a knockoff, second-hand or too noisy - don't buy it!
Two of Our Favorite General Mills Brands Could Be Leaving Town
Two of the most familiar brands under the umbrella of Hannibal's largest manufacturer may be up for sale.
LOOK: Here are the Top U.S. Cities for Veterans to Retire
You've served your country. You're ready to retire. But, where do you go?
LaBelle Man Arrested for Trespass and Peace Disturbance
A LaBelle man is in the Lewis County Jail on trespassing charges.
You Won’t Believe What Thanksgiving Sides We Just Can’t Stand
Whether we travel over the river and through the woods, we stay home, go to our favorite restaurant or head for the Salvation Army, millions of us will be sitting down to Thanksgiving dinner will all the trimmings in the next couple of weeks.
Silver Dollar City Up for Best Theme Park Holiday Event
We start with a prediction. The readers of USA Today will soon confirm what we in the Midwest already know - that Branson's Silver Dollar City's "Old Time Christmas" is the Best Theme Park Holiday Event in America.
Branson Theater Happy to be Back in Business With New Ownership
One of Branson's favorite entertainment destinations is under new ownership. The Branson Tri-Lakes News reported last week that the Redmon family of Springfield has purchased the Andy Williams Performing Arts Center and Moon River Theatre in Branson.