QUINCY — An assistant coach on Quincy Notre Dame’s girls basketball state championship team was arrested Thursday and is lodged in the Adams County Jail on a charge of aggravated criminal sexual abuse. The Quincy Police Department began an investigation involving a possible inappropriate … ...Read Full Article about Assistant coach on state championship basketball team arrested, charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse
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MRN THIS WEEK: Terry Traeder
Terry Traeder talks about the work underway for June's Quincy Grand Prix of Karting and the resurgence of the sport. Muddy River News This Week is furnished by Harvey's. … ...Read Full Article about MRN THIS WEEK: Terry Traeder
Fundraiser for Quincy Public Library set for Saturday night at State Theater
QUINCY — The Mary Weems Barton Quincy Public Library foundation will be the host of the Libations for the Library dueling bartender fundraising event at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 21 at the State Theater. The evening will consist of drinks, food and a friendly competition as bartenders from The … ...Read Full Article about Fundraiser for Quincy Public Library set for Saturday night at State Theater
Former Quincy University president to fill interim position at Ohio college
ALLIANCE, Ohio – The University of Mount Union Board of Trustees announced Tuesday that Robert A. Gervasi will serve as the interim president during the 2022-23 academic year. Gervasi will succeed Dr. Thomas J. Botzman, who announced his retirement last month. Gervasi is expected to begin his role … ...Read Full Article about Former Quincy University president to fill interim position at Ohio college
Arrest made in Wednesday evening building fire
QUINCY — Quincy Police have arrested a juvenile male in connection with starting the fire at a vacant building Wednesday evening in Quincy's Calftown neighborhood. Police say based on evidence gathered during interviews and found at the scene of the fire at 649 State, the preliminary … ...Read Full Article about Arrest made in Wednesday evening building fire
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Dream Big in Color Run raises $31,375
QUINCY — The annual Dream Big in Color Run was held in person, for the first time in two years, on April 23. The student-driven fundraiser raised money for the Quincy Public Schools Foundation, which provides financial support for teaching key areas in the district, including curriculum, technology, … ...Read Full Article about Dream Big in Color Run raises $31,375
Oakley School of Business hosts award ceremony
QUINCY — Quincy University’s Oakley School of Business held an award ceremony on May 4 in the Connie Niemann Center for Music. The program featured comments from Brian McGee, QU president, and Cynthia Haliemun, dean of the Oakley School of Business. Faculty in the Oakley School of Business … ...Read Full Article about Oakley School of Business hosts award ceremony
Marion-Ralls Regional Port Authority seeking support for multi-million dollar port facility
HANNIBAL, Mo. — Several ongoing projects were addressed by the Hannibal City Council Tuesday night. Up first was funding for the Marion Ralls Regional Port Authority. Hannibal Regional Economic Development Council Executive Director Corey Mehaffy spoke on behalf of the MRRPA. Mehaffy said the … ...Read Full Article about Marion-Ralls Regional Port Authority seeking support for multi-million dollar port facility
University of Illinois Extension to offer Junior master gardeners and master naturalists programs
QUINCY — The University of Illinois Extension in Quincy will hold a six-session Junior Master Gardener and Master Naturalist program on Mondays and Thursdays starting June 6 at John Wood Community College for local youths ages 9-12 to learn about gardening and natural resources through hands-on … ...Read Full Article about University of Illinois Extension to offer Junior master gardeners and master naturalists programs
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QPD Blotter for May 18, 2022
Jennifer L. Thompson, 30, Quincy, for Domestic Battery on 5/18/22 at 1517 Spruce. Lodged. William Dees, 32, Quincy, for FTA — Fireworks, FTA — Violation of Order of Protection, FTA — Trespassing and FTA — Fighting. Lodged. Brent Standley, 36, 707 Lindell Ave., Hannibal, MO, for FTA — Non … ...Read Full Article about QPD Blotter for May 18, 2022
QPD Blotter for May 17, 2022
Shanice D. Crider (29), 928 N 7th, for FTA Peace Disturbance at 1733 N 4th. Lodged. Demeique D. Humphrey (32), 1733 N 18th, for FTA Drivers License expired more than a year. Lodged. Jenna L. Miller (43), 338 1/2 S 7th, for Forgery and Possession of Stolen Property at 521 Vermont. … ...Read Full Article about QPD Blotter for May 17, 2022
Mount Sterling man facing federal drug charges; jury trial to begin July 5 in Springfield
MOUNT STERLING, Ill. — A Mount Sterling man recently was indicted on federal drug charges. Agents with the West Central Illinois Drug Task Force, in conjunction with a SWAT team with the Illinois State Police and sworn personnel from the Brown County Sheriff’s Department executed a search warrant … ...Read Full Article about Mount Sterling man facing federal drug charges; jury trial to begin July 5 in Springfield
Quincy woman charged with drug-induced homicide backs out of plea deal, wants case to go to trial
QUINCY — Caitlin Dietiker, a Quincy woman accused of supplying fentanyl to a 21-year-old woman who died of an overdose, was set to enter a plea two months ago. That status hadn’t changed until moments before she was scheduled to enter his plea on May 11 in Adams County Circuit … ...Read Full Article about Quincy woman charged with drug-induced homicide backs out of plea deal, wants case to go to trial
Politics
Irvin makes stop in Quincy as he tries to take over wide-open race for Republican candidate for governor
QUINCY — The primary elections in Illinois are more than a month away, and a recent poll shows more than a third of likely Republican voters who responded haven’t made a choice for who their candidate as governor. That is why Aurora mayor Richard Irvin was in Quincy Friday. Irvin met with … ...Read Full Article about Irvin makes stop in Quincy as he tries to take over wide-open race for Republican candidate for governor
Census Bureau says Illinois may have been undercounted in 2020 census; survey data shows 6 states undercounted, 8 overcounted
SPRINGFIELD – The Census Bureau released new survey data Thursday suggesting the population of Illinois may have been undercounted by nearly 2 percent in the 2020 headcount. That was one of the findings of the Census Bureau’s Post-Enumeration Survey, or PES, something the bureau does after each … ...Read Full Article about Census Bureau says Illinois may have been undercounted in 2020 census; survey data shows 6 states undercounted, 8 overcounted
Wirepoints analysis shows Illinois property tax bills have grown 268 percent since 1990
Illinois property taxes have far outpaced household incomes and home values since 1990, a Wirepoints analysis shows. Tax bills per household have grown 268% since 1990, while average home values have grown 114%. According to the nonprofit Wirepoints, the average household now owes nearly … ...Read Full Article about Wirepoints analysis shows Illinois property tax bills have grown 268 percent since 1990
Parson to sign new Missouri congressional redistricting plan
Gov. Mike Parson will sign the law revising the boundaries of Missouri’s eight congressional districts Wednesday afternoon, officially ending the most contentious legislative battle of the year. The revised districts have already led to one candidate, state Rep. Sara Walsh of … ...Read Full Article about Parson to sign new Missouri congressional redistricting plan
Opinion
DAILY DIRT: Finally, ESPN’s Monday Night Football broadcasts should start to get more watchable
The broadcasts will improve this year, thanks to the new voices, and should continue to improve in 2023, thanks to a new scheduling format ... Welcome to today's three thoughts that make up Vol. 290 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Get ready for some major changes to Monday Night Football. According … ...Read Full Article about DAILY DIRT: Finally, ESPN’s Monday Night Football broadcasts should start to get more watchable
Daily Dirt: Bond, Batman and Capt. Jack the top three movie characters of all-time?
I'm open for debate involving thought No. 1, except for the top selection, of course. That's a given ... Welcome to today's three thoughts that make up Vol. 289 of The Daily Dirt. 1. My love of movies is no secret, and for decades I have made lists upon lists and rankings upon rankings involving … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: Bond, Batman and Capt. Jack the top three movie characters of all-time?
Daily Dirt: ‘Andy Griffith Show’ lovers have lost another connection with that classic program
Daily Dirt for Wednesday, May 18, 2022 Barney Fife may have been the most memorable TV character of my childhood. I'm proud to say I always loved "The Andy Griffith Show" and always will ... Welcome to today's three thoughts that make up Vol. 288 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Earlier this week, I saw … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: ‘Andy Griffith Show’ lovers have lost another connection with that classic program
Daily Dirt: The Cardinals, mini-skirts and ‘To Sir, With Love’ — another great year for baby boomers
I think most of you will agree with my comment about Tom Brady ... Welcome to today's three thoughts that make up Vol. 287 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today provides another musical salute to one of those great baby boomer years that saw the Cardinals win the World Series, mini-skirts make a monstrous … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: The Cardinals, mini-skirts and ‘To Sir, With Love’ — another great year for baby boomers
Muddy River Vibe
DAILY MUDDY: Breastfeeding and the formula shortage
Ashley Conrad talks about the personal choice between breast feeding and formula feeding a baby. And Don O'Brien with the Better Business Bureau stops by to talk about how scammers are trying to take advantage of the formula shortage. The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy … ...Read Full Article about DAILY MUDDY: Breastfeeding and the formula shortage
DAILY MUDDY: Where’s my blotter?
Ashley Conrad says she's missing her daily dose of the police blotter and asks why that is. Also, Terry Traeder talks about next month's Quincy Grand Prix of Karting. … ...Read Full Article about DAILY MUDDY: Where’s my blotter?
On the Rail hosts Fishing for Freedom fundraisers
Zach Brown knows the importance of Fishing for Freedom. “My friend growing up, he was in the army, and he was injured in Afghanistan," Brown said. "He participates in it every year. You know, as soon as this one's over, he'll already be looking forward and talking about next year.” Fishing … ...Read Full Article about On the Rail hosts Fishing for Freedom fundraisers
Quincy University percussion band camp set for June 21-23
QUINCY —The Quincy University Music Department's ninth annual summer percussion ensemble camp for students entering grades 7-12 will run from 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21, to 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 23, in the Connie Niemann Center for Music, 17th and Seminary Road. The cost of the camp is $125 per … ...Read Full Article about Quincy University percussion band camp set for June 21-23
