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If you've shopped at a convenience store in Canton, Missouri recently, you need to keep a close eye on transactions through your bank as police have confirmed a card skimmer has just been located there.

For once, I knew something that other people didn't. Shocking, I know. If you've seen strange looking orange or red paint (or possibly even some others) in Missouri, there's an explanation about what's going on.

It should not be surprising to know that I was given one 'D' grade when I was in high school. I blame physics since I don't understand them. But, that's one reason why I feel qualified to be the messenger about a newly updating ranking of Illinois hospitals that now shows 15 have the lowest 'D' rating.

If you hang out in downtown Canton, Missouri this time of year, you have to almost try to NOT see an eagle. Oh, and you might want to keep an eye on fish you catch. One fisherman learned this the hard way as one of these majestic birds made off with an unwatched fish.

The best time of the year to watch eagles approaches and Missouri is fortunate to have some of the best sites in America for observing this proud American symbol. Here are 11 great options including 1 bonus one you maybe haven't considered.

When I tell you that there's a tire-killing pothole on a Missouri highway, I speak from my own personal experience. I'll tell you exactly where the current tire villain is so hopefully you can avoid my fate.

If you had plans that included the Dollar General in Canton, Missouri Saturday, you'll need to make other arrangements. A sign on their door indicated that they are 'temporarily closed'.

I remember it like it was yesterday. It was a sunny Saturday in May of 2003 when the sky began to growl. Large anvil-like clouds began to explode overhead and by the time the day and night were done, numerous tornadoes wreaked havoc in Missouri and Illinois with a monster EF-2 roaring through Canton, Missouri and Lima, Illinois.

I have a feeling that I'm about to share an unpopular opinion, but I don't care. I'm prepared to defend my theory that Canton, Missouri might be the most underrated town in the tri-state area. Change my mind.

The Mississippi River waters are rising and it means flooding is coming in May for many Missouri and Illinois towns according to a new prediction from the National Weather Service.