The latest local news, weather and high school sports from the Heartland

Tuesday, May 14, 2013  The Ticket to Work program covers more than 1,300 Missouri residents but is due to expire this August.

Monday, May 13, 2013  House and Senate leaders plan to work with Nixon's administration during this final week of the session.

Saturday, May 04, 2013  The Missouri House has approved legislation aimed at replenishing a financially troubled state fund for injured workers.

Thursday, April 25, 2013  A very involved teacher is much deserving of the award she received.

Thursday, April 11, 2013  Rick Hoyt has run, biked and swum with his father in 1,092 races — including 252 triathlons, 70 marathons and 95 half-marathons — over the past 34 years, including a wartime race in El Salvador in which they had to be escorted by armed men.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  In beach-loving Brazil, the disabled defy even paralysis to ride the waves

Tuesday, March 12, 2013  Missouri Circuit Breaker Tax Credit Tax credit may be taken away from low income Missouri seniors and disabled.

Friday, February 15, 2013  Crippled cruise ship docks at Alabama port; passengers celebrate end of miserable Gulf odyssey

Thursday, February 14, 2013  After days stranded at sea aboard disabled Carnival ship, bus trip awaits weary passengers

Friday, January 25, 2013  Students with disabilities must be given a fair shot to play on a traditional sports team or have their own leagues, the Education Department says.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  Project S.T.I.R. is a course promoting independence and responsibility.

Friday, January 04, 2013  A local chapter, in Macon is collecting deer hides for disabled veterans.

Monday, November 05, 2012  The Kirksville Community Transition Team hosted a Transition Fair for people with disabilities.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  State Rep. candidates share their thoughts on disability issues.

Thursday, October 11, 2012