Muddy River Vibe
The wait is over, and the doors are opening tomorrow at 11 am for Clean Eatz located at 4490 Broadway in Quincy. Owners Todd and Jenna Hendrickson are proud to invite you to their grand opening celebration Thursday, Dec. 19 where there will be door prizes and giveaways galore from many local businesses who have…
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Dr. Brendan Smith discusses the importance of good dental care for kids. PAID PROMOTIONAL
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QUINCY — The Quincy Park Band, in its 76th season under the direction of John Hume, will present its annual Christmas concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22, in the Worship Theatre at the Quincy Salvation Army Kroc Center. The concert will feature: The Park Band Christmas Concert is free to attend. Band members encourage…
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Meet Hoss, a lovable 6-year-old Border Collie with a heart as big as his smile! This big sweet boy has a personality that shines through in every wag of his tail and every joyful grin. Hoss is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all his shots, making him ready for a lifetime of adventures…
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QUINCY — Two Quincy Notre Dame students recently were named as Illinois All-State musicians as a result of individual auditions held in October throughout the state. The students will perform in Peoria during the Illinois Music Educators Association annual conference on Jan. 30 and Feb. 1. Cayson Peters, a senior, is a son of Tyler…
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MRN’s Ron Kinscherf talks to Sinead Angele of Taylorville ahead of the Taylor Swift tribute band’s upcoming performance at the Oakley-Lindsay Center on Dec. 20.
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NAUVOO, Ill. — Living Water, a local worship band, will present three Christmas concerts at the Nauvoo Theatre in downtown Nauvoo. The first concert, a children’s concert, will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 19. The other two concerts will take place at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 22, and at 7 p.m. Monday,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — Riverside Cemetery in Hannibal has a commanding view of the Mississippi River, sitting adjacent to the local landmark, Lovers Leap. However, if you want to visit a gravesite there, it’s best to have a four-wheel drive — and still be prepared for a bumpy ride. The Riedel Foundation, established by the late…
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QUINCY — The Muddy River Opera Company is offering a Messiah Sing-Along on Sunday, Dec. 22, at Luther Memorial Church, 1210 Jersey. Doors will open at 5:15 p.m., with the sing-along beginning at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free. The event will feature Handel’s iconic oratorio followed by a soup supper. Attendees are encouraged to join…
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QUINCY — The Quincy Museum will have a bourbon whiskey fundraiser and free community holiday party on Sunday, Dec. 15. The Quincy Museum will also unveil its official one-day-only holiday Instagram photo booth at the party. Greg Zanger, a longtime member of The Quincy Museum’s board and avid whiskey collector, said In a press release, “The 15…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council recently launched its sixth annual Bad Art by Good People program, which randomly pairs 10 local community leaders with 10 area artists and mentors to create artworks that will be sold to support the arts. The title “Bad Art by Good People” is all in good fun, as…
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Dr. Brendan Smith lets you know how to prepare your child for their first ever trip to the dentist. PAID PROMOTIONAL
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When we built our house on the bluffs of the Mississippi, we knew that it would be a work in progress. Shackled with the burdens of expensive taste and limited funds, we made the decision to finish projects over time. The list included items such as adding tile to a bathroom and a fence one summer,…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — A holiday jazz concert will be held at the Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main, on Sunday, Dec. 15. The performance will feature smooth jazz and holiday favorites with a jazz twist by Hannibal pianist Bill Morrison and guest musicians — Morrison’s son Marty Morrison on drums, Bennett Wood on saxophone, Tom…
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Meet Ernie, a charming 3-year-old terrier shepherd mix with a tan coat and a lovable face that will remind you of Scooby-Doo! This sweet, goofy guy has a heart of gold and is always ready to make new friends. Ernie is neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on all his vaccinations, making him eager to find his…
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Ashley and Brittany jump in the car with Randy again … this time down Ill. 104 to a long-time local favorite entertainment center: Scottie’s Fun Spot! SEE Quincy, the Convention and Visitors Bureau, brings you Road Trips with Randy.
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — While the kids have had their fun, it’s time for the grown-ups to get in on the action with Holly Jolly for Adults at the Hannibal Arts Council. Join HAC staff members Beth Hinton and Becky Evans for a festive, hands-on evening from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Concert Association’s third concert of its 2024-25 concert season is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, with the award-winning Gateway Ringers in the Roland Fine Arts Center’s Parker Theater on the campus of HLGU. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. The Gateway Ringers is an auditioned community choir comprised…
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Area String Orchestra will hold its holiday concert at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8 in the Roland Fine Arts Center, 2800 Palmyra Road. The orchestra will play 11 pieces. The Beginning Orchestra will play: Intermediate Orchestra continues with: The Advanced orchestra will play: For the finale, all three orchestra…
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QUINCY — Students of Heinze Dance Academy will present a benefit Christmas recital at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 at the Quincy Junior High School Auditorium. Proceeds will go to the QHS Theatre Department. Students ages 3 and up will present holiday dances to various Christmas music, such as “Winter Wonderland”, “Frosty the Snowman”…
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CANTON, Mo. — John Wood Community College’s Fine Arts Department will perform a holiday concert at 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, in the Mary Ellen Orr Auditorium. Talented area students will perform a mix of vocal and instrumental selections from JWCC’s Concert Choir, Band, Vocal Show Ensemble and new String Quartet. The concert is under…
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QUINCY — Quincy University’s Music Department will host its annual Saxophone Day for high school students on Friday, Dec. 6, at the Connie Niemann Center for Music at QU’s North Campus, 17th and Seminary Rd. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. Saxophone players in grades of 9-12 are encouraged to attend. All abilities are welcome.…
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Ashley and Brittany are at Celebrations to announce our Birthday of the Month winner. Celebrations is where you can get all of what you need to prepare for that large holiday party or family gathering you’re planning. Christmas is only 20 days away!
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HANNIBAL, Mo. — The Hannibal Arts Council’s annual Holly Jolly Holiday Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7. This festive event offers two session times for children in grades K-5: 10 a.m. to noon or 1 to 3 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to create six unique holiday-themed projects. This year’s workshop emphasizes the…
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Dr. Brendan Smith tells us what age parents should start considering braces for their kids.
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