Support for Michigan fairs remains strong

The Michigan legislature is on track to provide at least half a million dollars for local county fair improvements for the sixth consecutive budget.   Lisa Reiff is the executive director of the Michigan Association of Fairs & Exhibitions. “In the years past, there has been a budget line item,” she explains. “There have been sometimes where there’s…… Continue Reading

Tough start to watermelon season in central Illinois

A central Illinois specialty crop grower says the 2025 growing season has been less than ideal. “It’s been too cold and windy.” Dale Hodgson, who grows a variety of produce on 150 irrigated acres in Mason County, says the rainy start to June is also a concern for his melon crops.  “A perfect year for…… Continue Reading

Moberly to Swear in New Chief

Moberly to Swear in New Chief

Moberly City Council set to meet tonight in regular session. Among the items on the agenda are the swearing in of new Moberly Police Chief, Bobby Calvert, authorizations for the […]… Continue Reading

Moberly to swear in new Chief

Moberly to swear in new Chief

Moberly City Council set to meet tonight in regular session. Among the items on the agenda are the swearing in of new Moberly Police Chief, Bobby Calvert, authorizations for the […]… Continue Reading

Weather conditions perfect mix for early tar spot in Kansas

A field sales representative says recent weather conditions in parts of Kanas have created an ideal environment for tar spot development. Jared Miller with FMC Corporation says so far pressure has been low. “But, with the amount of moisture we’ve been having and with some heat now, be on the look out. I do think…… Continue Reading

Bobby Calvert to be Sworn in

Moberly City Council set to meet tonight in regular session. Among the items on the agenda are the swearing in of new Moberly Police Chief, Bobby Calvert, authorizations for the […]… Continue Reading

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