My first job in radio was in Bowling Green, Missouri in 1972, and I’ve been fortunate to have been gainfully employed (mostly) in the media ever since. I’m a native of northeast Missouri and western Illinois, and most of my time in the media has been in the area – from Hannibal, Monroe City and Branson, Missouri to Pittsfield, Virden and Jacksonville, Illinois. Over the years, time off the air has been spent lay speaking, auctioneering, emceeing various area events and rooting for the St. Louis Cardinals. Occasionally over the years, I’ve thought, “There’s gotta be a better way to make a living.” Well, I’ve checked … and there’s not. As God as my witness, I thought turkeys could fly.
Harold Smith
132 New Area Cases, Seven New COVID Deaths Thursday
Western Illinois health department officials reported 67 new cases of COVID-19 and five new COVID related deaths Thursday.
Audrain County Man Arrested After Hiding Meth in Body Cavity
A new piece of equipment at the Audrain County Jail was instrumental in catching a suspect attempting to hide drugs on his person.
Adams County Sheriff Warns of Possible IDES Letter Scam
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2021 Hannibal Chili Cook-off Cancelled
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86 New Area COVID Cases, Four More Deaths Wednesday
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Motion Granted for Funds for McBride Psychiatric Exam
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106 Area COVID Cases, Two Deaths Tuesday
Health department officials in northeast Missouri reported 46 new coronavirus cases and one additional death Tuesday.
Hannibal City Council Seeks Business License Renewals
The Hannibal City Council voted Tuesday night to get tough with businesses that have yet to renew their city licenses.
Two Killed in Pike County I-72 Head On Crash
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Western Illinois Moves Up to Phase Four
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