Hannibal’s Floodgates Coming Out [Video + Photo Gallery]
(Hannibal, Mo)—Hannibal’s five floodgates are being removed. Efforts began at approximately 7:30 this morning to remove the floodgates that have been in place for the past three weeks.
Storm Debris Site Open on Hannibal’s South Side
(Hannibal)--The City of Hannibal says residents may once again dispose of storm debris on the city’s South Side.
The Show Will Go On–Hannibal High School Graduation [Audio]
(Hannibal)— Superintendent Jill Janes says although Hannibal High School was not in session today, an important event will take place as scheduled tonight at Porter Stadium…Graduation.
Quincy Memorial Bridge Reopens
(Quincy, Ill)—Officials at MoDot confirm the Quincy Memorial Bridge reopened to eastbound traffic this afternoon.
Beyond the Floodwall: Flooding in Hannibal [Photo Gallery]
Highway 79 just south of Hannibal became another victim of the 2013 flood.
Flood Warning Means Gates Will Go Up in Hannibal
(Hannibal)--The weather pendulum that brought drought last year and low river levels has now swung to the flooding side.
Manhunt Results in Lockdown for Hannibal Schools [Audio]
(Hannibal)—Hannibal Police have not released details regarding a manhunt in the Palmyra Road area this afternoon that resulted in the lockdown of Hannibal Middle and High Schools.
A Tale of Two Twinkies Continues
(Palmyra, Mo)—The tale of stale Hostess Twinkies gets sweeter all the time, even after the pastry’s expiration date.
Area Cancellations
Cancellations due to the weather:
Quincy Police Watching Out for Drunk Drivers During Holidays
Motorists will see an increased police presence on Quincy streets as officers will be on the lookout for impaired drivers and seat belt violations. The 2012 Holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign is now underway and runs through New Year’s Eve