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There are reports that 9 Missouri banks have filed closure notices with the state in just the past 30 days alone.

If you've ever wondered what would happen if the predicted 7.7 earthquake would ever hit the New Madrid Fault Zone in Missouri, wonder no more. A computer simulation shows how many people and cities would be devastated in real-time.

Every state has its good side, like the weather, the tourist locations, like Gatlinburg or Nashville, and its people. It also has a bad side that doesn't always make the conversation: The people. Not all, but a select few that leave a dark mark on the state's history.

The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, would have turned 83 today had he still been alive. He has been gone 41 years now.

It continues to amaze me just how many Elvis Presley fans continue to make the trek to Memphis, Tennessee on this day each year to honor the “King of Rock and Roll.”

The King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, would have turned 82 tomorrow if he were still alive. He has been gone 40 years yet his army of fans still is quite strong and many will migrate to Elvis' home called "Graceland" today for his birthday anniversary.

It continues to amaze me just how many Elvis Presley fans continue to make the trek to Memphis, Tennessee on this day each year to honor the "King of Rock and Roll." Whether it amazes me or not, thousands will come to Graceland, Elvis' home, to hold a candlelight vigil on the 39th anniversary of Elvis' death.

The 11th Annual St. Jude Run will take place tonight with some 80 or so runners and volunteers making the trek from Quincy to Peoria.

The summer of 2015 just got hotter! From St. Louis to Memphis to Cleveland and Quincy, Vatterott College is hosting its popular complimentary concert series, featuring performances from breakout new artists such as singer/songwriter Sarah Michelle, St. Louis rap artist Saint Oeaux, folk artist Monkh and St. Louis Riverfront Times Best Hop-Hop Group,Doorway.

Easter is upon us and there will be Easter candy and eggs to find and enjoy. There are several Easter Egg Hunts being held in the Hannibal-Quincy area again this year. Of course, the intent of these hunts is for all of the children to have fun gathering the hidden eggs. It has nothing to do with the parents, or does it?