I have lived and worked in Hannibal most of my life. I graduated from Gem City College in Quincy with an Associates in Business Administration. I have a background in retail sales management at JCPenney and have also worked in banking. I would say my extensive background in customer service has been an asset in journalism as well. I am acquainted with a lot of people in the area, including community leaders and public officials. I have worked in the News Department at KHMO since 2007. It is truly the most challenging and interesting job I have ever held. I consider myself a "late bloomer" Baby Boomer...but that's better than never!
Wes Mitchell
Hannibal House Fire Under Investigation
A two-story brick home at 308 North 6th Street in Hannibal sustains major damage after fire breaks out Wednesday around 4 pm.
Financial Chaos in Center Mo
The City of Center is facing fines totaling $144,000 for failure to file required annual reports with the state.
Illinois Man Arrested on the Water near Saverton
A Warrenville, Illinois man who was seeking adventure a la Tom and Huck rafting on the Mississippi, got a little too adventurous Friday.
Hannibal City Manager’s Seat No Longer Vacant
Hannibal's new City Manager, Lisa Peck was administered the Oath of Office in council chambers Tuesday by Mayor James Hark.
Northeast Mo Highway Now Fully Open
MoDOT reports the final stretch of Route 79 has reopened after numerous closures due to flooding.
Clemens Field Falls Prey to 2019 Flood
The Hannibal Hoots announced today that flood damage has washed away hopes of Prospect League baseball returning to Clemens Field in 2019.
Budget, Stormwater Issues Top Hannibal City Council Agenda
Stormwater and budgetary concerns were on the minds of several residents who addressed the Hannibal City Council Tuesday evening.
Work Progressing on New Hannibal Habitat Home
Mark Twain Area Habitat for Humanity member Wayne Harbourn says the exterior of the vinyl-sided home located at the corner of North Hawkins and Rackliffe Street in Hannibal is nearing completion.
Traffic Crash Claims Life of Northeast Mo Man
The northbound lanes of US 61 in New London were closed for a time after a fatal crash Friday afternoon.
Emergency Request for Volunteers in Hannibal Saturday
The City of Hannibal is again seeking volunteers to fill sandbags after an emergency request was received Saturday morning for assistance.