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

Saturday, May 18, 2013  A national animal welfare group has donated $50,000 to a University of Missouri training academy to help rural law enforcement investigators attend anti-cruelty workshops.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  The research found that teens who spent a lot of time using social media weren't automatically more aware of the larger world they inhabit.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013  Spring conditions have left unfavorable conditions for corn farmers.

Tuesday, April 16, 2013  Unusual cool weather is giving garderner more time to plant some vegetables.

Monday, April 08, 2013  Beginner Gardeners Workshop this Wednesday at the Putnam High School Library in Unionville.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013  MU Extension Office is hosting a child care clinic.

Saturday, March 23, 2013 

Monday, February 04, 2013  According to researchers at the University of Missouri whether you post once an hour, or once a month it can be an indicator of your psychological state.

Sunday, January 20, 2013  This weekend Adair County 4-H held its member and leader dinner and recognition ceremony.

Saturday, January 12, 2013  Farm operators in Missouri counties are eligible for low-interest emergency loans from the USDA.

Wednesday, December 19, 2012  In 1975, the United States had about 132 million herd of cattle. That number has dropped to 90 million in 2012.

Monday, December 10, 2012  Organizers of the Missouri Livestock Symposium held in Kirksville tell us they had the largest outdoor exhibit ever and drew more than 2,000 people to Kirksville.

Saturday, December 08, 2012  One major northeast Missouri event this weekend concluded in a big way.

Monday, November 12, 2012  A panel of experts will answer questions about livestock operations.

Thursday, October 25, 2012  After a lack of snow and mild temperatures last winter, what does this season have in store.