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

Monday, April 08, 2013  Missouri Department of Conservation in Kirksville is doing a Conservation Exploration Event on Saturday, April 20.

Thursday, January 24, 2013  Truman ROTC practices for its assessment course.

Friday, January 04, 2013  Students, teachers and administrators were met by a large police presence outside their new school in the neighboring town of Monroe.

Saturday, December 01, 2012  The Truman State University Cantoria choir held its 47th Pancake Day on Saturday, but what began as a simple fundraiser, appeared rise in octaves.

Thursday, September 27, 2012  With college rolls growing, student debt hits 1 in 5 households; big burdens on young and poor

Monday, August 27, 2012  Updated: It appears the shooter, a 15-year-old student, shot randomly at others before being subdued.

Friday, April 20, 2012  The Missouri FFA Association recognized Kelsey Eitel of the Milan FFA Chapter as Area 3 Star Farmer at the 84th Missouri FFA Convention

Monday, December 12, 2011  KHS students audition for All-State Band/Jazz Band in Columbia.

Thursday, November 10, 2011  The winningest coach in major college football history was fired Wednesday night, sending angry students into the streets.

Monday, October 17, 2011  After a grueling two-day contest, Truman State University’s Alpha Team took first place at the regional Ranger Challenge competition.

Tuesday, September 27, 2011  Poll: Young people say online meanness pervasive; most say it's deeply upsetting