• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Muddy River Sports
  • Podcasts
    • State of Play with David Adam
    • Muddy River Podcasts
  • Muddy River TV+
  • Support Muddy River News
  • Newsletter

Muddy River News

Our Home. Our News.

  • Home
  • Top Stories
  • Politics
  • Muddy River Vibe
  • Blotter
  • Business
  • Local Matters
  • Markets & Ag
  • Opinion
  • Obituaries
  • Real Estate
  • Shop
Home » Commmunities » Marion County, Missouri » Hannibal » Page 18

Hannibal

High winds hammer Hannibal

August 13, 2021 — by Jim Dewey

HANNIBAL, Mo. – A powerful wind storm knocked down trees, and limbs as it roared through Hannibal around 4:45 p.m. Thursday. Most of the town was without power when it hit and many were still without power this morning. Hannibal Country Club was especially hard hit. Hannibal Police had no reports of storm related injuries […]

Filed Under: Hannibal, Marion County, Missouri

Census: Quincy lost nearly 1,200 people over past decade; Hannibal loses 800 residents

August 12, 2021 — by J. Robert Gough, Publisher

The 2020 Census numbers are in and, as expected, the news wasn’t great for most of the Muddy River News region running from the Illinois River, over the Mississippi River and to Mark Twain Lake. According to the data, Quincy’s population fell to 39,463 in 2020, down from 40,633 in 2010 for a loss of […]

Filed Under: Hannibal, Quincy Tagged With: U.S. Census Bureau

Proposal calls for former St. Elizabeth’s Hospital to be converted into senior citizens housing

August 10, 2021 — by JIM DEWEY

HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal City Council heard an update on plans to convert the former St. Elizabeth’s Hospital at 109 Virginia into housing for senior citizens during a special public meeting Tuesday night. The meeting was led by Ben Porush, dIrector of operations for 3 Diamond Development in Lincolnwood, Ill. Porush said the plan […]

Filed Under: Hannibal, Top Stories Tagged With: 3 Diamond Development, Ben Porush, Hannibal City Council, St. Elizabeth's Hospital

Hannibal Arts Council ‘Arty Party’ on Aug. 20 features decoupage

August 9, 2021 — by Muddy River News

HANNIBAL, Mo. — Explore the arts in a new way with an art experience that requires with no art experience. “Decoupage Dragonfly Arty Party” will be held at 7 p.m. Aug. 20 at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main.  Participants will paint a pastel-inspired acrylic background, apply pre-printed dragonfly and butterfly cutouts and additional embellishments […]

Filed Under: Hannibal Tagged With: Arty Party, Hannibal Arts Council

Hannibal cardiologist celebrating 30th year in practice

August 5, 2021 — by Muddy River News

HANNIBAL, Mo. — Dr. Richard Valuck celebrated practicing invasive cardiology in Hannibal for 30 years on July 29. Two things led him and his wife, Jenny, back to the community in July 1991. Dr. Valuck grew up in Kirksville, and Jenny is a native of Hannibal, so they knew they wanted to be close to family […]

Filed Under: Hannibal Tagged With: Dr. Richard Valuck, Hannibal Regional Hospital

Hey ‘Bachelorette’ fans! Possible contestant for 18th season makes sales calls to Hannibal Regional

August 4, 2021 — by David Adam, MRN Editor

Katie Thurston’s season on “The Bachelorette” is in full swing on ABC-TV. The next Bachelorette already has started her journey to find love. One of the contestants attempting to become the fiancé of Michelle Young has been seen making regular sales visits to Hannibal Regional Hospital in Hannibal, Mo. Clayton Echard is from Eureka, Mo., […]

Filed Under: Hannibal Tagged With: Bachelorette, Clayton Echard, Michelle Young

Hannibal voters reject sales tax increase

August 4, 2021 — by Jim Dewey

HANNIBAL, Mo. – Hannibal voters on Tuesday rejected a proposed half cent sales tax increase. The tax hike was known as Proposition 1 and was the only item on the ballot, which led to minimal turnout. There were 395 votes in opposition and 369 votes in support, a margin of 26 votes. The revenue was […]

Filed Under: Hannibal, Top Stories

Free arts festival for kids set for Saturday in Hannibal’s Central Park

August 3, 2021 — by Muddy River News

HANNIBAL, Mo. — The 2021 Wild & Wacky Art Adventure, a free art festival for kids ages 3 to 12 and their families, will be from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday in Central Park.  This year’s theme is “Ubiquitous Art – Art is Everywhere.” The Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main, is partnering with […]

Filed Under: Hannibal Tagged With: Hannibal Arts Council, Wild and Wacky Art Adventure

Hannibal Regional Hospital limiting patients to one visitor at a time

August 3, 2021 — by Muddy River News

HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal Regional Hospital updated its visitor guidelines for patients being admitted the hospital, beginning Monday. All patients will be limited to one support person/visitor at a time, with the exception of the Chris Coons Women’s Care Unit. Each patient will receive one armband upon admittance that is removable and can be used by […]

Filed Under: Hannibal Tagged With: Hannibal Regional Hospital, visitor guidelines

Hannibal voters head to the polls on Tuesday to vote on sales tax increase

August 2, 2021 — by By JIM DEWEY

HANNIBAL – Polls open at 6 a.m. Tuesday in Hannibal where the only issue on the ballot is a one half cent sales tax hike. If approved, revenue from Proposition 1 will be used for infrastructure and remedial improvements. In proposing the tax hike in March, Hannibal City Councilman Alan Bowen (4th Ward) noted a […]

Filed Under: Hannibal, Marion County, Missouri Tagged With: sales tax

  • « Go to Previous Page
  • Go to page 1
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Go to page 16
  • Go to page 17
  • Go to page 18
  • Go to page 19
  • Go to page 20
  • Go to page 21
  • Go to Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

Daily Muddy: Crazy times in a river town

https://youtu.be/drKpha8hPE8
View Complete Forecast

Trending Posts This Week

  • ‘Everything’s going to stay status quo’: New owner of Hess Auto Agency has no plans for change
    QUINCY — The new owner of Hess Auto Agency says he has no plans to change what’s going on at...
  • Illinois Attorney General’s Office: “Adams County has acknowledged that its closed session discussions…were improper” 
    QUINCY — The Illinois Attorney General's office has received the recordings of the closed sessions of the Adams County Board...
  • City to spend $4.43 million to elevate, repair barge dock wall; Mayor ‘doesn’t understand rationale’ for Park District’s intention to close the marina in 2024
    QUINCY — The Quincy City Council voted Monday night to accept the low bid of $4.43 million from County Contractors...
  • Ulmus Academy has a home
    The Academy agreed to a three-year lease with Rupp Enterprises LLC for the northeast wing of the former Adams Elementary...
  • Real estate transfers in Adams County from July 25-29, 2022
    Muddy River News transaction information is obtained from Illinois Real Estate Transfer Declaration forms accompanying recorded documents. Dates provided may...

Follow Us Online

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • RSS
  • Twitter

Our Most Recent Podcasts

  • DAILY MUDDY PODCAST: Crazy times in a river town August 9, 2022
  • DAILY MUDDY PODCAST: Have gun, will travel August 8, 2022
  • CLUB MUDDY PODCAST: Elephants and asses in the room August 8, 2022
  • Adams County Board Finance Committee meeting closed session from May 9, 2022 August 2, 2022
  • Adams County Board closed session recording from May 10, 2022 August 2, 2022
  • DAILY MUDDY PODCAST: Quincy YMCA helping with housing August 2, 2022
  • CLUB MUDDY PODCAST: Garbage Human? July 28, 2022
  • DAILY MUDDY PODCAST: The return of the Freefall Convention? July 26, 2022
  • DAILY MUDDY PODCAST: Back to school and high school sports coverage July 22, 2022
  • CLUB MUDDY PODCAST: Brushes with fame July 21, 2022

More Top Stories

Ulmus Academy has a home

by Ron Kinscherf, Muddy River News Correspondent

New school will begin teaching students at the former Adams Elementary on September 6 QUINCY — The leadership of the Ulmus Academy has signed a three-year lease to open at a site where thousands of children spent their formative years in elementary school. The Academy agreed to a three-year … ...Read Full Article about Ulmus Academy has a home

County Board…in open session…votes to give Circuit Clerk a raise; Board to undergo more Open Meetings Act training

by J. Robert Gough, Publisher

QUINCY — The Adams County Board narrowly voted to give the Circuit Clerk a more than $6,000 raise on a split vote. The discussion on the vote centered around giving the raise during middle of Circuit Clerk Lori Geschwandner's term. By statute, most raises for officeholders are allowed to be … ...Read Full Article about County Board…in open session…votes to give Circuit Clerk a raise; Board to undergo more Open Meetings Act training

Minnesota man pleads not guilty to four sexual assault felonies with children under age 13

by David Adam, MRN Editor

QUINCY — A gymnastics coach from West Virginia pled not guilty Tuesday morning to four charges of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child under the age of 13 in Adams County. Leonard Johnson, 63, of Rochester, Minn., was arraigned in Adams County Circuit Court by Judge Amy Lannerd. He … ...Read Full Article about Minnesota man pleads not guilty to four sexual assault felonies with children under age 13

City to spend $4.43 million to elevate, repair barge dock wall; Mayor ‘doesn’t understand rationale’ for Park District’s intention to close the marina in 2024

by David Adam, MRN Editor

QUINCY — The Quincy City Council voted Monday night to accept the low bid of $4.43 million from County Contractors of Quincy to elevate and repair the city’s barge dock wall and grade the land adjacent to the dock. The barge dock, located on the Mississippi River at Mile 326 in Lock & Dam … ...Read Full Article about City to spend $4.43 million to elevate, repair barge dock wall; Mayor ‘doesn’t understand rationale’ for Park District’s intention to close the marina in 2024

Rather than risk losing airline service, City Council opts for single-engine aircraft from Southern Airways Express

by David Adam, MRN Editor

QUINCY — Quincy Mayor Mike Troup didn’t want to see the city lose having twin-engine airplanes provide service to Quincy Regional Airport. However, he thought it was better than the alternative. “If we reject both (airline proposals) and go out for more bids, it's a slim likelihood that you're … ...Read Full Article about Rather than risk losing airline service, City Council opts for single-engine aircraft from Southern Airways Express

Footer

Coverage Area

Muddy River News LLC
535 Maine, Suite 4A
Quincy, IL 62301

Have a Story or News Tips? Contact Us!

Phone: (217) 577-8044
Email: news@muddyrivernews.com

Copyright © 2022 • Muddy River News LLC • All Rights Reserved • Privacy Policy