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HANNIBAL, Mo. —The Hannibal Arts Council invites the public to submit digital images for an upcoming Photography Channel exhibit titled “Feathered Friends.” To fit the theme, submitted digital images (up to five) should feature shots of birds – regardless of type of species. The images will be viewed on the Hannibal Arts Council’s 55-inch 3-D television from June…
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QUINCY — The Quincy University Music Department recently awarded three high school students the Virtuoso Music Scholarship for the fall semester. Students auditioned on Feb. 19 for the four-year, full-tuition scholarship. Recipients were chosen at the discretion of the music faculty based on ensemble needs and the talent level of the candidates. The students are…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Art for the Health of It exhibit at the Hannibal Arts Council’s satellite gallery in the Hannibal Clinic features works by Tim O’Neal through the end of June. O’Neal lives in Quincy, Ill., and paints primarily in oils. When he started working on art at home, he used Prismacolor pencils because of the…
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QUINCY — Quincy Community Theatre recently announced the cast of “Trap,” written by Stephen Gregg. It takes place one night in suburban California, where every person in the audience of a community theatre play fell unconscious — except one. A group of actors recreate interviews with witnesses, loved ones, first responders and investigators in an…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Art Center is seeking high school students and 2022 graduates to apply for two paid summer student employee positions — an education assistant and a marketing assistant — through the Illinois Arts Council Summer Youth Employment in the Arts Project grant. Students currently enrolled in high school and 2022 graduates are…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Alliance Art Gallery, a popular attraction in historic downtown Hannibal, is moving to 121 N. Main. The gallery left its current location at 112 N. Main on May 8 and will open at the new location on June 1. A special Second Saturday Gallery night will be held from 4-7 p.m. Saturday,…
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Could Target be the start of a trend? Also MRN Editor David Adam and Publisher Bob Gough wonder if we’ll have a new police chief by the Fourth of July. The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy Warehouse Bargains and The Liquor Booth bring you The Daily Muddy.
Read Full Article QUINCY — The Kroc Center is offering a new session of group ukulele lessons on Wednesdays from May 11 to June 1. Jonathon Weller, the Kroc Center’s education and fine arts specialist, will teach the class. In a press release, Weller said, “We are so excited to offer another ukulele class. We’ve just wrapped up…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. —The communities of Hannibal and Canton recently were the hosts of a two-day plein air painting event. Sixteen areas and regional and Midwest artists were involved. Plein air artists captured each community by creating works outdoors and on-site. After a full day of creating original works of art, the finished pieces are displayed…
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Ashley Conrad asks if we are really communicating better today than we used to and talks to Beth Mackenzie of the Quincy Family YMCA about a busy summer ahead. The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy Warehouse Bargains and The Liquor Booth bring you The Daily Muddy.
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QUINCY — Quincy Senior High School’s theatre department presents the farce Junior Prom! this week at the QHS Auditorium. The shows for this production are May 12, 13, 14 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are on sale for students at $7 and for adults at $10. Tickets may be purchased at the door or by contacting…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. —The Spring Festival of Country Music will be held from 6-9 p.m. Friday, May 13 at the Admiral Coontz Recreation Center. Music will be performed by Memory Lane and special guests. Memory Lane members are: Betty Miller on drums, Martin Miller on rhythm guitar, Harlon Lain on lead guitar, Greg Cornelius on bass…
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Ashley Conrad and Bob Gough talk about a busy week coming up in local government, Quincy teachers looking over a new contract and do we have a police chief yet? (PUBLISHER’S NOTE: Quincy does not yet have a new police chief. Jonathan Lewin texted Muddy River News Editor David Adam that things were “still in…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council is looking for art submissions created by area artists of silos or steeples or both. Any media is accepted as long as it fits the current theme. Examples are paintings, photographs, sculptures and mixed media. The exhibit will be on display at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The George H. Riedel Foundation has awarded a $4,000 grant to Bluff City Theater for two free performances in Hannibal. The grant will help fund an upcoming show in May called “Forgottonia.” With the partnership of the Riedel Foundation, this show will have nine performances live in Central Park, with free admission. The award also funded the…
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Ashley Conrad talks to MRN Editor David Adam about what’s next for air travel out of Quincy, getting ready for Dogwood Weekend and what Mother’s Day means to her. The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy Warehouse Bargains and The Liquor Booth bring you The Daily Muddy.
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A be(e) happy Arty Party is set for 7 p.m. Friday, May 13, at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main. Participants will create a cheery painting with daisies and a bee using acrylic paint on a 12-inch by 12-inch gallery-wrapped canvas. The project will be led by local artist and HAC program coordinator Brenda…
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Ashley Conrad gives us the scoop on flying out of Quincy, talks to Steve Eighinger about the return of racing to Adams County and being on both sides of the bar for Cinco De Mayo. The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy Warehouse Bargains and The Liquor Booth bring you The Daily Muddy.
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Ashley Conrad asks why Quincy High School is considering ending the recognition for top graduates and talks to Brittany Boll about her experience with caviar on the Mississippi. The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy Warehouse Bargains and The Liquor Booth bring you The Daily Muddy.
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Today, Muddy River News kicks off a daily video segment called “The Daily Muddy”. Host Ashley Conrad will take us around the Muddy River Region. She’ll talk to the people who make Muddy River News happen and will encourage debate on popular topics that affect our readers. We hope you enjoy “The Daily Muddy”.
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QUINCY — The return of QCT on the Road is buzzing with its 2022 traveling show, “Miss Electricity,” which tells the hilarious and heartwarming adventure of a young girl whose newfound superpowers cause her to lose sight of what’s important in life – friendship, family, and being happy with who you are. This show has two…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal artist Mark Wavering will showcase his artwork of flowers, illustrated with watercolors, in Hannibal’s Central Park from May 1-15 along the east side of sidewalk. Wavering has exhibited his artwork in venues in Hannibal, Moberly, Columbia and Quincy, Ill., and he has had several books of his artwork published. He recently…
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SAVERTON, Mo. — When I heard the words boat ride and caviar for this story, I thought to myself, “Well, that sounds just delightful.” Little did I know I was about to experience Mike Roe’s sloppy seconds. I still can’t believe I curled my hair for that boat ride. Clearly, I didn’t understand the assignment. …
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QUINCY — The Quincy University Symphonic Band will present its spring concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 1 in the Connie Niemann Center for Music, 17th and Seminary Road. This concert is free and open to the public. The Symphonic Band will perform: “Concerto D’Amore” by Jacob De Haan “Among The Clouds” by Brian Balmages…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Area String Orchestra will present its annual spring concert at 3 p.m. May 1, in the Roland Fine Arts Center, 2800 Palmyra Road. The orchestra will capture Mother Nature and move us to the great outdoors with 11 nature themed pieces. The pieces to be offered by the orchestra are: “Ice…
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