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

Friday, May 03, 2013  Iowa's governor talks about the state's decreasing unemployment rate, jobs and opportunities for economic growth at a town-hall meeting in Fairfield.

Sunday, April 14, 2013  Dozens of residents attended the Eldon Public Library to see the BAC put on a fascinating presentation on Grant Wood

Wednesday, April 10, 2013  Heartland could see an active storm season.

Tuesday, April 09, 2013  Turkey harvest had good numbers, but still complicated by weather.

Wednesday, March 20, 2013  The sequster could cut vital programs for Heartland residents.

Tuesday, March 19, 2013  Medicaid Expansion forum held in Kirksville.

Sunday, March 17, 2013  Iowa Representative Curt Hanson on what he would like to finish up before the end of the session.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013  Governor Jay Nixon hopes to give the Missouri Drug Task Force 3 million this year, but funding in the future is uncertain.

Friday, February 01, 2013  Gas prices jump drastically in both Missouri and Iowa.

Monday, January 28, 2013  After Sandy Hook, the availability of mental health resources in our schools has become a topic of interest.

Saturday, January 26, 2013  Harkin said it would allow a new generation of Democrats to seek higher office.