Bob Gough talks to Adam Yates, Quincy's new police chief, about the state of the department and gives a warning about the elimination of cash bail in Illinois. Muddy River News This Week is furnished by Harvey's. … ...Read Full Article about Muddy River News This Week: Adam Yates, chief of Quincy Police Department
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Local births from June 30-July 1, 2022
Blessing Hospital A boy born to Quinton and Emily Ewing of Quincy at 8:21 a.m. June 30.A boy born to Zachary Patterson and Arianna Smith of Liberty at 5:38 p.m. June 30.A girl born to Bryson William Dean and Tracey Lynn Martin of LaGrange, Mo., at 9:36 p.m. June 30.A girl born to Dana and Kayla … ...Read Full Article about Local births from June 30-July 1, 2022
MRN Business Spotlight: T-Force Marketing
Ron Kinscherf talks about marketing and advertising with Tracy Genenbacher of T-Force, who offers how her clients are ahead of the curve with digital advertising. Cason, Huff and Schlueter Insurance sponsors the MRN Business Spotlight. … ...Read Full Article about MRN Business Spotlight: T-Force Marketing
Ask MRN: Are the cameras at Broadway intersections recording traffic on video?
Dear MRN, Are these cameras (on Broadway) recording traffic on video? Can we see or watch the video? What are these cameras used for? The camera shown in the photo above, and others like them at other intersections throughout Quincy, are used to detect vehicle movement to help regulate traffic … ...Read Full Article about Ask MRN: Are the cameras at Broadway intersections recording traffic on video?
Local births from June 18-28, 2022
Blessing Hospital A boy born to James and Kelly Johnson of Quincy at 1:58 p.m. June 18.A boy born to Daniel and Cortney Lehn Harrison of Carthage at 9:28 a.m. June 21.A girl born to Adam and Mallory Perrine of New Canton at 8:25 a.m. June 22.A boy born to Ian and Kaylee Hinkamper of Quincy at … ...Read Full Article about Local births from June 18-28, 2022
Around the Region
Kids can participate in Kroc Tots multi-sport camp July 19-22, ninja training on Tuesdays in August
QUINCY — The Kroc Center invites area children to participate in Kroc Tots Multi-Sports Camp for ages 4-6 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. daily July 19-22. In the Tot Multi-Sport class, children will be introduced to basketball, volleyball, soccer and more. Each camper will receive a water bottle. The cost … ...Read Full Article about Kids can participate in Kroc Tots multi-sport camp July 19-22, ninja training on Tuesdays in August
United Way of Adams County to be host of event showcasing critical community resources
QUINCY — United Way of Adams County is the host of a multi-agency resource center event on Tuesday, July 26 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center, 639 York. It will highlight resources available in Adams County. This free event is open to community members who want to … ...Read Full Article about United Way of Adams County to be host of event showcasing critical community resources
Blessing Hospital receives national recognition for stroke care
QUINCY — The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association has confirmed Blessing Hospital delivers stroke care that meets or exceeds national standards by awarding it with Get With The Guidelines® — Stroke GOLD PLUS recognition for 2022. This is the second consecutive year Blessing has … ...Read Full Article about Blessing Hospital receives national recognition for stroke care
Hannibal Police Department outlines parking restrictions for 4th of July parade
HANNIBAL, Mo. — Parking restrictions for the the Hannibal Cannibal and the 4th of July parade have been established by the Hannibal Police Department. No parking will be allowed along the Hannibal Cannibal race course or the parade route starting at 2 a.m. the morning of July 4 to the conclusion … ...Read Full Article about Hannibal Police Department outlines parking restrictions for 4th of July parade
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QPD Blotter for July 3, 2022
Travis J Bloom, 39, Quincy, was arrested for possession of fireworks at 12th and College. N.T.A. 153 Natasha N Boden, 39, Quincy, was arrested for domestic battery in the 600 block of North 4th. Lodged. 153 kevin J Lasley, 45, Quincy, was arrested for Aggravated Battery to a Peace Officer, … ...Read Full Article about QPD Blotter for July 3, 2022
HPD Blotter for July 3, 2022
2022-012325, 07/03/2022 @ 08:38:03, Highway 61 Fair Oaks, Hannibal Nature of Complaint Traffic Stop Officer Assigned 036 Uppinghouse, D M Entered By C104 Sheehan, V C Adult … ...Read Full Article about HPD Blotter for July 3, 2022
QPD Blotter for July 2, 2022
Chester D Nieders, 80, 831 Maple St, Failure to Yield at N 4th St and Spring St. PTC 177 Kyle D Stephenson, 19, 2001 Sycamore St, reports on 05/06/2022 his 2007 Chevrolet was struck over night while parked in front of his residence. 122 Kevin M Cole, 50, 514 N 12th St, reports his Echo Shedder … ...Read Full Article about QPD Blotter for July 2, 2022
QPD Blotter for July 1, 2022
Nathan P Schutte, 20, Hannibal, Failure to Reduce Speed at N 5th St and Broadway St. PTC 177 Peggy Shafer, 84, 1707 N 12th St, Disobeying Stop Sign at N 10th St and Chestnut St. PTC 109 Andrew D Barnard, 27, 2534 Oak St, reports on 06/03/2022, assorted tools were taken from his vehicle while … ...Read Full Article about QPD Blotter for July 1, 2022
Politics
Justices urge lawmakers to allow more public access to rivers; access now limited to rivers with commercial traffic
SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that the public has no right to boat, fish or swim in small rivers that flow across private property, but two justices are urging the General Assembly to change that law. “The legislature should redefine navigability to be more inclusive because … ...Read Full Article about Justices urge lawmakers to allow more public access to rivers; access now limited to rivers with commercial traffic
Pritzker says balanced budget, ‘big things’ remain priority ahead of second term
SPRINGFIELD – Inflation, crime, pandemic response, abortion rights and Donald Trump are all set to be major issues in the 2022 race for Illinois governor, if the winning candidates’ election night speeches are any guide. “(Gov. JB) Pritzker doesn't understand how skyrocketing gas prices and … ...Read Full Article about Pritzker says balanced budget, ‘big things’ remain priority ahead of second term
Illinois drivers pay 54 cents more per gallon than average U.S. driver ahead of July 4 weekend
AAA estimates a record-setting 42 million people will pack up the car and hit the road this Independence Day weekend, but those heading out of Illinois will see a pattern: cheaper gas almost everywhere else. The average price of a gallon of gas June 29 in Illinois was $5.41 – … ...Read Full Article about Illinois drivers pay 54 cents more per gallon than average U.S. driver ahead of July 4 weekend
Temporary tax relief measures to begin Friday in Illinois; rebates to be mailed, other taxes put on temporary pause
SPRINGFIELD – Illinoisans will receive some modest tax relief starting Friday when the state’s new fiscal year begins. That includes some income tax rebates, property tax rebates, a suspension of the state’s 1 percent tax on groceries, and a six-month pause on the scheduled inflationary increase … ...Read Full Article about Temporary tax relief measures to begin Friday in Illinois; rebates to be mailed, other taxes put on temporary pause
Opinion
Letter to the editor: What are the plans for Lester Hammond Hall after Veterans Home no longer needs it?
If my understanding is correct, the Lester Hammond Hall facility at 720 Sycamore is an interim facility owned and run by the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy. Once new buildings are finished at the Veterans Home, this interim facility will no longer be used in its current capacity. Has there been … ...Read Full Article about Letter to the editor: What are the plans for Lester Hammond Hall after Veterans Home no longer needs it?
Daily Dirt: Happy birthday, America! Let freedom ring loud and clear!
Daily Dirt for Monday, July 4, 2022 Yes, most certainly let freedom ring, folks. Let it ring loud and oh so clear today. Despite all of our faults, what other country would you rather be in today? ... Welcome to today's three thoughts that make up Vol. 329 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I think the … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: Happy birthday, America! Let freedom ring loud and clear!
Daily Dirt: Springsteen, Greenwood or Cash? Take patriotic your pick; all three are awesome
Daily Dirt for Sunday, July 3, 2022 How many times will we hear Bruce Springsteen sing "Born In The U.S.A." by the time Monday night rolls around? ... Welcome to today's three thoughts that make up Vol. 328 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Best songs to play on this marvelous July 4 weekend: Gold … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: Springsteen, Greenwood or Cash? Take patriotic your pick; all three are awesome
Daily Dirt: Holiday weekend would be a great time to see these great films
Daily Dirt for Saturday, July 2, 2022 Personally, it might be time to see "Top Gun: Maverick" again ... Welcome to today's three thoughts that make up Vol. 327 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The best movies to watch on July 4: Gold medal: "Top Gun: Maverick" (2022), the best feel-good-about-America … ...Read Full Article about Daily Dirt: Holiday weekend would be a great time to see these great films
Muddy River Vibe
Daily Muddy: Ashley and Brittany head to Hannibal to check out Tom Sawyer Days
Ashley Conrad and Brittany Boll with the Muddy River News staff make the trip to Hannibal for Tom Sawyer Days to check out the mud volleyball tournament, interviewing the tournament coordinator, one of the event's younger competitors and one of its oldest competitors (yes, that means you, Kevin … ...Read Full Article about Daily Muddy: Ashley and Brittany head to Hannibal to check out Tom Sawyer Days
Two live music shows set for this weekend at State Street Theater
QUINCY — State Street Theater will have two live shows this weekend. The theater has partnered with Square Music Company to provide a free all-ages live music experience Friday, July 1. Doors will open at 6 p.m., and music will begin at 7 p.m. with performances by Pete Magliocco and … ...Read Full Article about Two live music shows set for this weekend at State Street Theater
DAILY MUDDY: Freedom Fest and a taste of Club
Ashley Conrad talks to Mecki Kosin about this weekend's big Freedom Fest celebration on Quincy's Riverfront and gives us a taste of Club...not soda, not sandwich, but Club Muddy and her...vivid... description of giving birth. The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy Warehouse … ...Read Full Article about DAILY MUDDY: Freedom Fest and a taste of Club
Whyte looks forward to Mo Mo concert on Friday night at Louisiana Elks Lodge
LOUISIANA, Mo. — Bill Whyte can’t wait to once again perform the song that started him on the way to a notable country music career. The Louisiana Area Historical Museum will be the host of a concert by the Nashville recording artist at 7 p.m. Friday, July 1, at the Louisiana Elks Lodge, 120 N. … ...Read Full Article about Whyte looks forward to Mo Mo concert on Friday night at Louisiana Elks Lodge
