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

Monday, March 04, 2013  It's Severe Weather Awareness Week.

Monday, November 05, 2012  One siren is being paid for out of the 2012 budget, and the other is being paid for out of the 2013 budget. Both will likely be installed at the same time.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012  Regular cleaning of your chimney is important.

Sunday, August 12, 2012  House fire on E. Pierce St.

Tuesday, March 06, 2012  The fire chief warns against all outdoor burning at this time.

Wednesday, August 31, 2011  With the 10th anniversary of the attacks on September 11 upon us, national reports say inter-agency communication is still lacking in the Big Apple.

Monday, August 08, 2011  You were interested in knowing if there are any physical requirements required for police officers and firefighters, and we have the answers.

Friday, June 03, 2011  With the tornado outbreaks we’ve seen this severe weather season, many of you wanted to know more about tornado sirens. That’s our Friday’s Facebook Story of The Day.

Tuesday, February 01, 2011  Kirksville Emergency Operations staff met Tuesday morning.

Wednesday, January 12, 2011  Temperatures have dropped in the Heartland, and they are going to remain there for awhile. With this cold weather, you are, of course, trying to heat-up your home, but this can sometimes cause a serious danger.

Tuesday, December 21, 2010  Using a space heater as your main source of heat this winter is a dangerous choice to make.

Sunday, February 14, 2010 

Monday, March 23, 2009  Officials blame low pay for much of the problem.