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CARTHAGE, Ill. — Golden Globe and Emmy Award winning actor Kelsey Grammer is performing a second show at the Legacy Theater in Carthage at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 22. Tickets for the June 22 show are now available at the Legacy Theater box office and on line. Tickets for the first show on June…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Shots start to fire bright and early on Saturday mornings down at the North Side Boat Club, as kids of all ages gather to compete in the Quincy Quivering Clays Junior Trap League. December through March, clay targets are launched into the sky over the Mississippi River and shot at by some of…
Read Full Article The extended holiday St. Patrick’s weekend has started at Muddy River. We suggest you get your corned beef at Kohl’s Cash and Carry Showroom and we show you how to make a delicious rueben. Or just get your corned beef and cabbage there for the weekend. We also let you know all of the hotspots…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Adams County Bicentennial Commission continues its year-long celebration with an honor musicians’ concert at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, in the Morrison Theater at Quincy Junior High School. The concert will feature high school musicians from Liberty, Camp Point Central, Payson Seymour, Mendon Unity, Quincy Notre Dame and Quincy High School.…
Read Full Article A five day St. Pat’s Weekend? Erin Go Bragh! If you make a trip to Hannibal, stop in at Ole Wolfhound Pub for great Irish food and beverages.
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center will present “Thomas D. Mangelsen: A Life in the Wild,” an exhibition showcasing 31 of Mangelsen’s most iconic and resonant wildlife images, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, March 14 through May 31, offering visitors a breathtaking journey into the world of some of nature’s most awe-inspiring creatures.…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association’s fifth concert of its 2024-25 concert season, featuring Beach Boys tribute band, Sail On, is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 15, in the Roland Fine Arts Center’s Parker Theater on the campus of Hannibal-LaGrange University. Performing all the group’s classic hits, plus some treasures from The Beach…
Read Full Article Crow Town is a captivating anthology of short stories that brings together the talents of diverse international authors including local author Wess Haubrich. This unique collection features writers from various backgrounds. Their enchanting stories are united by the appearance of a crow in every tale. Blending elements of fantasy, comedy, and light horror, Crow Town…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Symphony Chorus, directed by Phyllis Robertson, will perform favorite show tunes at its spring pops concert, “Celebrate Broadway,” at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 15, in Salem Church. The chorus will perform music from “Les Miserables,” “Newsies,” “Hamilton,” “Wicked,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Jersey Boys,” “Come From Away” and many others. From…
Read Full Article Meet Cash, a 5-year-old hound/lab mix who’s as smart as he is sweet! With a heart of gold, Cash loves to snuggle up and enjoy cozy moments with his favorite humans. He’s incredibly intelligent, picking up on commands quickly and always eager to please. Cash is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all his…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — A nature program for the family, “Nature’s Ink,” will be offered from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at the Hannibal Arts Council activity room at 105 S. Main. This program is co-sponsored by Hannibal Parks and Recreation, Hannibal Arts Council, Hannibal BASF and Mississippi Hills Chapter of Master Naturalists. Local…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — Nearly 40 years before the TikTok craze, author and visual artist William S. Burroughs encouraged his students to try “walking on colors” as a way to connect memories and to release imagination and creativity. “Another exercise that is very effective is walking on colors … I was walking on yellow when I…
Read Full Article Potholes are the top of conversation when it comes to complaints about local government…and it’s not just Quincy. Nearly half of all major roads across the country are in decay. The nation’s roads are home to around 55 million potholes. One million of those can be found in Quincy. Ok, that fact is not true…but here…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Quincy University’s Gray Gallery in Brenner Library is the site of the Debra K. Scoggin-Myers: Rural Retrospective art exhibition. The exhibit features Scoggin-Myers artwork in pastels, mixed media, watercolor and acrylic paints. Her work earned Best of Show at the 30th Anniversary Mary S. Oakley and Lee Lindsay Area Artist Showcase. “This body…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo.— The Alliance Art Gallery in Hannibal is welcoming Carol Clay Mann as a guest artist during the month of March. A Hannibal native who now resides in Quincy, Ill., Mann retired after 27 years of teaching art full-time as a K-12 instructor, the last 20 years in the Highland School District. Mann is…
Read Full Article Muddy River Mornings is driven by Hess Auto Agency. Every Friday, Bob Gough and Brittany Boll have the latest in news, weather and sports to get you ready for the weekend. And Brittany shows you where to get the best bacon on the block.
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Quincy Public Schools Friends of the Performing Arts is the host of the 32nd annual Showcase of Excellence Jazz Band and Show Choir Competition on Saturday, March 8. Performing groups from Illinois, Missouri and Iowa will compete throughout the day. The Show Choir competition will feature 19 groups performing in the QHS…
Read Full Article As the weather gets nicer (okay, maybe not today), you’re going to want to plan outdoor activities for the spring. When you need tables, chairs and maybe even a tent (again, not today), call Celebrations and get all of your party planning needs handled at once.
Read Full Article Original paintings from 'Hannibal at the Door' to be displayed at Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum
HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Mark Twain Boyhood Home and Museum will kick off a new series, “Marking a Mark,” at 2 p.m. Friday, March 7. The first in the series will be Richard and Patricia Garey. They moved to Hannibal in 2003 and opened The Planter’s Barn Theater to host Richard’s one-man show, “Mark Twain…
Read Full Article HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council continues Art Adventures, its popular creative project series, at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, March 7, at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. The March Art Adventure is for students in grades K-5. Participation includes all supplies, an instructor and step-by-step instructions. Students will craft one-of-a-kind woodland creatures…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Tickets are available for the Quincy Medical Group Foundation’s Cancer Crush event on Friday, April 4, at The Ambiance. Tickets are $60 each or a table of eight for $470. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. All proceeds will directly benefit local cancer patients, helping cover daily living expenses so they can focus on…
Read Full Article Meet Sassy! A lovable 12-year-old Chihuahua-Dachshund mix with a heart full of sweetness. Despite her age, Sassy still has plenty of personality and enjoys curling up for snuggles or a good nap. She’s up to date on all her shots, spayed, and is microchipped for her safety, so you can rest easy knowing she’s taken…
Read Full Article CANTON, Mo. — Culver-Stockton College’s Mabee Art Gallery has announced the opening of its exhibition, “Organized Chaos,” featuring the works of two dynamic contemporary artists, Lisa Walker and Nikki Ponce, both visiting professors from Carl Sandburg College. The exhibition is on view through March 28. Organized Chaos delves into the complexities of modern life, offering…
Read Full Article The registration for Kelly’s Fun Run has been extended! Ashley Conrad and Beth MacKenzie have all the details. We’ll see you on March 16th for one of Quincy’s great St. Pat’s traditions. All for the Quincy Family YMCA!
Read Full Article QUINCY — Auditions for the student theatre lab play “Ghostlight,” written by Stephen Gregg, will take place March 2-4 at Quincy Community Theatre. Auditions are open to students in grades 7-12, and no prior experience is necessary. Set in a prestigious and mysterious school, “Ghostlight” follows a group of high school students as they navigate…
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