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American’s favorite kind of pizza should be easy to guess … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 931 of The Daily Dirt. 1. On the average, each person in the United States eats about 23 pounds of pizza per year. That is roughly 46 slices, which to me sounds a bit low.…
Read Full Article I’ll tell you right now, your first guess is wrong … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 930 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Which actor has dropped the most F-bombs in cinematic history? Hint: It’s NOT Samuel L. Jackson. A website called crossword-solver.io tracks such things, and the winner is (drum roll,…
Read Full Article If you are a follower of social media and have a weather interest like myself, you have probably seen a few articles talking about the potential weather outbreak headed towards Tornado Alley this week. Is this a possibility; yes. Is it likely; not really. But you gotta love some of the remarks by the arm…
Read Full Article If Michael had remained with the Jackson 5, would they have eventually been No. 1? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 928 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s no secret that we love music at the world headquarters of The Daily Dirt. But we love rankings tied to music even more.…
Read Full Article Tax increment financing is effective. It has led to economic development and increased growth in our historic downtown business district. As mayor, I was proud to propose and implement TIF East in 2010 with the help of our terrific city planner, Chuck Bevelheimer. A multitude of infrastructure improvements have occurred since then, and private investment…
Read Full Article The Chairman of the Board’s daughter was five minutes away at time of his heart attack — watching Jerry, George, Kramer and Elaine … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 928 of The Daily Dirt. 1. One of the darkest days in American pop culture history will always be May 14, 1998. …
Read Full Article Thought you might tell Mr. Eighinger that of the great bald athletes he mentioned, he forgot Mark Messier, who is one of the greatest hockey players of all-time. In fact, (Wayne) Gretzky won a Stanley Cups with Messier but none without him. Also going the other way about players who tried to cover it up,…
Read Full Article Florida slugger-pitcher attracting all sorts of MLB attention, and he’s likely to be the No. 1 pick in the upcoming MLB draft … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 927 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This information may have fallen through the proverbial cracks for many. How many are familiar with the…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Sunday, April 21, 2024 Next to westerns, my favorite movie genre has always been war films … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 926 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I never served in any branch of the armed services, but I have always held the highest level of respect for…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Saturday, April 20, 2024 Some simply shave, others try to fool us … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 925 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’re human beings, and by nature we have this streak in us that forces us to make fun of other human beings. We can’t help…
Read Full Article We’ll get into the Kevin Costner-Matthew McConaughey situation(s) in future “Yellowstone” discussions … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 924 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Be still, my beating heart. The news broke earlier this week that Michelle Pfeiffer will likely be joining the “Yellowstone” cast in a significant role. A report…
Read Full Article First, let me say Brother Zimmerman, you are courteous and conciliatory. You should have called me out. I quoted G.K. Chesterton, and Chesterton certainly was not a capitalist but a distributist. Wasn’t his description of distributism “40 acres and a cow for everyone?” Certainly a different time. But the point was to favor small businesses…
Read Full Article The next consolidated election in Illinois — where citizens vote in races for city government, school boards and park boards — will be on April 1, 2025. Boy, if there’s not a joke to be had somewhere in there. Former Quincy alderman Dan Brink was the first candidate to officially declare his intention to run…
Read Full Article Mr. Felsman, thank you for taking my thoughts seriously! I am pleased that you say Ayn Rand does not represent what most capitalists think or feel. I just recall Paul Ryan, former Speaker of the U.S. House, saying that Ms. Rand was an important source of his thinking. It is certainly true that the poor…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, April 17, 2024 I was curious about exactly what a truffle was, but went no farther than the terms “edible spores” and “underground fungus” when checking … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 922 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Next time you’re waiting in the drive-through at one of…
Read Full Article I’d like to add my two cents with Mark Felsman on the recent topic of capitalism versus socialism, which is just a fancy word to get around being called a communist in the real world. Socialism has caused more than 100 million deaths in a little more than 100 years and countless miseries, with the…
Read Full Article Just guessing, but I’d wager bacon is a popular breakfast entity in Iowa … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 921 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Just when you thought you knew pretty much everything about everything, something like this comes along. Here are some oh-so-strange, but oh-so-true facts about certain U.S.…
Read Full Article I have to admit, that double MitchWich sounds intriguing, too … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 920 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Yes, baseball is back. And with it has come some impressive new concession items at MLB parks. Here’s the Daily Dirt’s medal-worthy reaction to what we feel are the…
Read Full Article Leadership. Whether you feel it’s an art, a science or maybe a combination of both – either way, you’re right. In my career, I’ve had the opportunity to hold various leadership roles and to learn countless “leadership styles,” strategies, approaches and so on. I’ve taken tests and gone through exercises to learn my “bird type”…
Read Full Article From baseball season to the time when Ford unveiled the first Mustang … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 919 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There are those who would contend April is the best month of the year. After all, that’s when baseball season normally begins, although this year the first…
Read Full Article So is the pain at the proverbial pump … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 918 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Brace yourself, it’s coming. “It” is a much higher price for gasoline, if energy analysts are correct. Oil prices continue to rise, thanks to the obvious and familiar — Russia’s dislike…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Friday, April 12, 2024 According to DatingNews.com, it’s paramedics who can make our hearts swoon the most … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 917 of The Daily Dirt 1. Ahhh, those men and women in uniform. They always seem to hold a special place in our heart, and at…
Read Full Article Brother Joe, what was the mission of Jesus? I think scripture and tradition would say Jesus came to save sinners of whom I am chief (1 Timothy 1:15-17). Didn’t Father Ronald Knox say Christians aren’t here to make the world a better place but to colonize heaven? Certainly Christians are to help the poor again…
Read Full Article It’s proving to be an eventful year in West-Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 916 of The Daily Dirt 1. Now that the eclipse has (finally) passed, what’s next to occupy our curiosity? I’m going with the pending invasion of trillions — yes, trillions — of…
Read Full Article But Mr. Ed was a close runner-up … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 916 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Animals being featured on network television shows is nothing new. But which ones are the most memorable? How about this for a top-10 listing of the animals that made us laugh the…
Read Full Article Jesus: Blessed are the poor, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Capitalist: I’m sorry, but I have to take exception to that. In a capitalist society, if you are a loser, that means you or your family haven’t tried hard enough to play the game. The game has rules. You must play by the…
Read Full Article It’s good that a recommendation has been put forth by the Illinois Department of Transportation for the replacement of the Memorial Bridge. While it is not a consideration to replace the Golden Gate Bridge, also put into service in the 1930s and in a salt air environment, most other bridges should not be expected to last…
Read Full Article Communication is always the key to a successful marriage … right? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 916 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Any married man reading this first item will likely nod his head in agreement. There are a handful of words and terms you never want to hear from…
Read Full Article I wouldn’t want of that peas porridge, whether it was nine days old or not … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 915 of The Daily Dirt. 1. One of my most favorite people I have worked with over the years is Jo Lynn Tappe. On Fridays, Jo Lynn would always bring…
Read Full Article Regarding the article concerning the 13-year-old and 18-year-old who sent the pictures — which, of course, he shouldn’t have done. A question I have: Was he aware of her age? I ask because many girls get online and portray themselves as 18, which should not happen. Parents should bear some responsibility for not monitoring their daughter’s…
Read Full Article The countdown to Monday’s eclipse continues … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 914 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A few days ago I was glancing over some information about 1979 and found a pair of items that proved rather interesting. First, I was reminded that was the year ESPN became a…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Saturday, April 6, 2024 When you read Jerry Seinfeld’s thoughts, I’m sure you’ll think the same things I did. He’s exactly right … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 913 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’ve ever been a pet owner, I’m certain some of the following medal-worthy reflections…
Read Full Article Flashbacks are always exciting. They bring back nostalgia. The decade of the 1960s was a blast. It was the era of the moon landing and President Kennedy was in office. Tragically, in 1967, three youths went caving in Hannibal. Caving was a favorite pastime, and Murphy’s Cave was an epicenter for explorers. It was a…
Read Full Article This is also the day a long-ago conversation with a friend from long ago comes to mind … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 912 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today is a fitting time to officially make the following statement: Iowa wunderkind Caitlin Clark is the greatest of all-time, the GOAT…
Read Full Article We stood ready in the basement wielding a pool stick. The basement had flooded quickly after the sump pump somehow had turned itself off. We were down there with a shop vac when we noticed the soggy creature in the far corner of the room. My first suggestion was to drop everything and run, but…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, April 4, 2024 If so, it’s probably because it’s raining cats and dogs … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 911 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Many of the common sayings we take granted often have unexpected origins. While the following five phrases are rather common in our everyday…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, April 3, 2024 Who said those presidents didn’t have a sense of humor? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 910 of The Daily Dirt. 1. When I think about U.S. presidents, their sense(s) of humor are not normally the first thing that comes to mind. Recently my eyes…
Read Full Article Steve Wright might just be the funniest human being alive today … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 909 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The Daily Dirt has always had a special affection for the work of deadpan comedian Steven Wright. He’s kind of our unofficial poet laureate. Every so often I…
Read Full Article The world headquarters of Muddy River News is full of pranksters … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 908 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today’s the day many Americans enjoy pranking their family members and best friends, usually with some harmless but funny kind of joke. It’s April Fool’s Day! But how…
Read Full Article Can you imagine the money someone the caliber of Jim Brown or Larry Bird could have earned in today’s cash-rich world of college athletics? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 907 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s a whole new world when it comes to star amateur athletes’ ability to earn…
Read Full Article If so, get ready to dig deep … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 906 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Where do lovebirds like Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce enjoy their getaways? America’s favorite couple recently spent some time in a place called Harbour Island in The Bahamas. In case you’re reading…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Friday, March 29, 2024 Be honest. Did you know he had this strong of tie to our territory? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 905 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This month marks the birthday of one of the most famous Illinoisans who, I think, has been somewhat forgotten over…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt: Closing in on 60-year anniversary of what may have been Beatles' greatest accomplishment
Daily Dirt for Thursday, March 28, 2024 It dawned on me the first “slow” Beatles song to reach No. 1 was not until “Yesterday,” the band’s 10th No. 1 in October 1965 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 904 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We’re nearing the 60th anniversary is what is…
Read Full Article It seems our society is short on selflessness these days. Selflessness is “giving to others without looking for personal gain.” Thankfully, in healthcare, you’ll find teams of selfless people led by doctors. This area is blessed with many skilled physicians, including those practicing at Blessing Health. After multiple years in training, these doctors joined the Blessing…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, March 27, 2024 For the record, I’ve never worn a pair of budgie smugglers … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 903 of The Daily Dirt. 1. For as long as I can remember, I have had a love affair with how Australians speak because of both the accent…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, March 26, 2024 “The people who tolerate you on a daily basis are the real heroes.” I’ve heard that more than once … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 903 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Friends, let’s be honest. There is nothing more rewarding than a quality comeback to…
Read Full Article Was your bracket busted early? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 901 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Is it just coincidence that March is Gambling Awareness Month AND the time of one of the heaviest-wagered U.S. athletic events, the NCAA Tournament? Bettors are expected to LEGALLY wager somewhere between $3 billion to…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Sunday, March 24, 2024 Just 99 days from now, we’ll reach Daily Dirt No. 1,000 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 901 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Pie is one of the great American traditions, but which kind is best? Or at least most popular? And which kinds of…
Read Full Article For the record, the top three concerts I have ever attended: 1-tie. All four times I saw Rod Stewart, 2. Bruce Springsteen, 3-tie. Oak Ridge Boys at the height of their popularity, twice in the 1980s … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 900 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This week marks…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Friday, March 22, 2024 On your next trip to the grocery store, here are some things to think about … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 899 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I love a good trip to the supermarket. In fact, I make such a venture up to five…
Read Full Article And the White Sox, you ask? If you’re a fan of the Southsiders, I simply wouldn’t ask … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 898 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The first MLB.com Power Rankings have been released, and I can’t say there are any major surprises other than Muddy River czar…
Read Full Article Did you ever consider these phrases in the hymn “Hold the Fort” by Philip P. Bliss in 1870? In the first verse: “Ho, my comrades!See the signalWaving in the sky …” And in the chorus: “Hold the Fort for I am coming,Jesus signals still,Wave the answer back to Heaven,By Thy Grace we will!” What does…
Read Full Article Our framing of immigrants at our southern border seems to be missing something. Compassion. Rather than demonizing, perhaps we could empathize. To paraphrase President Franklin D. Roosevelt, “We should remember that we all are descendants of immigrants …” And to quote Bishop Michael Barber SJ of the Diocese of Oakland in California, who worked with immigrants…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, March 20, 2024 The most startling of today’s birthday wishes deals with Diana Ross. I cannot believe the lady will be 80 years old later this week … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 897 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There’s a movie hitting the theaters May 3 titled…
Read Full Article I was listening to NPR recently about Feb. 29 and the Hanke-Henry Calendar Idea. The coming of spring on March 19 as well as Easter on March 31 compels me to offer this opinion. Back in the 16th Century, Pope Gregory VIII brought forth what would become known as the Gregorian Calendar to better deal with the earth’s relationship to…
Read Full Article The world’s most famous assistant to the traveling secretary? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 897 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This may be the greatest promotion in the history of promotions. “George Costanza – the raging neurotic paranoid character played by actor Jason Alexander in the 1990s classic TV hit…
Read Full Article QUINCY — Yes, there is a primary election in Illinois on Tuesday. Fifteen percent of the registered voters in Adams County might vote in it. Maybe. I won’t be voting in this primary. I have made the decision to no longer participate in party politics in any manner, including as a campaign manager or candidate,…
Read Full Article He’s a little pudgy, wears glasses and probably enjoys a wide variety of snacks. I love this guy … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 896 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Almost lost in all the Caitlin Clark hoopla surrounding the current college basketball season has been the saga of Robbie Avila…
Read Full Article Will Oli Marmol still be Cardinals manager the next time St. Patrick’s Day rolls around? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 896 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Even if you’re not Irish, St. Patrick’s Day is always a lot of fun. Lot of green. Lot of leprechauns.…
Read Full Article It’s an exciting time if you are a women’s basketball fan … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 895 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I’m attempting to guard my words carefully, but I have this strong feeling in the pit of my stomach that we might on the edge of a new…
Read Full Article For those who might be interested after reading the following, from Quincy to Sevierville, Tenn., is 649 miles … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 894 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Looks like the Eighingers may be taking a road trip at some point to Tennessee. That’s where the world’s largest gas…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, March 14, 2024 It’s hard to believe “Take Me Out To The Ball Game” is actually that old … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 893 of The Daily Dirt. 1. As we move closer and closer to the start of the MLB season, I find myself singing “Take…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, March 13, 2024 This might be the best “Found on Facebook” ever: “Bono and The Edge walk into a bar and the bartender says, ‘Not U2 again.'” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 892 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Another week, more great entries for the No. 1 position…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, March 12, 2024 Being a big fan of the old “Gunsmoke” series, I kind of prefer “Let’s get the heck outta Dodge”… Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 891 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Remember when your family may have been visiting some relatives, or possibly you and your dad…
Read Full Article In a Facebook post after Muddy River News reported Roy Webb’s decision to not take the Hannibal superintendent job, Webb took to social media Sunday to defend his actions. He said MRN’s story was “fairly accurate” but “did leave a few gaps in the statement.” As not to take the former Quincy and almost Hannibal…
Read Full Article As someone with extensive business experience and a nine-year tenure on the fire and police commission, I feel compelled to share my perspective on the upcoming mayoral election. It is evident to me that our current mayor has fallen short in his leadership and communication skills. Throughout my time serving the community, I have observed firsthand…
Read Full Article QUINCY — The 2025 Illinois consolidated primary is 351 days away. We still have the 2024 primary to get through on March 19 and the general election on November 5. But we now know we have at least two Republicans running to be Quincy’s next mayor. The incumbent, Mike Troup, made it official Monday morning…
Read Full Article Mark Twain may have had the right outlook about this subject … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 890 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever wondered when the phrase “four-letter word” was first used as a euphemism for swear words? Research indicates it first surfaced at some point in the…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Sunday, March 10, 2024 By the way, I’m sure I still owe Columbia House a small fortune … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 889 of The Daily Dirt. 1. So … did you wake up this morning with a spring in your step, feeling like you could conquer the…
Read Full Article I think I could rock one of those jerseys with the big doughnuts on the front … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 889 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Minor league baseball is its own special world. Sure, the game is the same that is played in the big leagues, but the…
Read Full Article Yes, getting old does have its drawbacks … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 888 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Maybe the funniest thing(s) I have heard in a long time were supplied by … umm, shall we say an older woman, who informed: She shouldn’t feel too sad. My sand has…
Read Full Article DAILY DIRT: Caitlin Clark is a magnificent talent, but let's not overlook the majesty of Pistol Pete
Maravich would have been must-see TV in his day, except telecasts of him weer few and far between … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 887 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Let me be perfectly clear. I absolutely love Caitlin Clark and enjoy watching her play basketball. But there’s something I have…
Read Full Article I consider bumper stickers nothing more than creative license plates with more content … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 886 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Next to looking for creative license plates (and you know I do), keeping an eye out for equally creative bumper stickers probably ranks as the second-most…
Read Full Article The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is appalled and disappointed by a recent incident at KMOV, Gray Television’s affiliate in St. Louis. While teasing a story about Black homeowners and appraisals, an anchor referred to the homeowners as “colored.” It is upsetting that such a slur would make it to air. The term is outdated, offensive and racist. We are concerned…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, March 5, 2024 “And the sign said, ‘Long-haired freaky people need not apply’. So I tucked my hair up under my hat and I went in to ask him why.” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 885 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Remember the Five-Man Electrical Band? If…
Read Full Article What a great, great license plate … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 883 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Is the driver a fan of Elvis? Or possibly a letter carrier enjoying a play on words? Whatever was behind the license plate choice, a major Daily Dirt tip o’ the hat goes…
Read Full Article The National League Central will be one of the two worst divisions in MLB this season, but it should be a lot of fun … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 882 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The St. Louis Cardinals were an abysmal baseball team in 2023. That last-place finish in…
Read Full Article What a medal stand: Eastwood, Flynn and The Duke … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 881 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s no secret that one of The Daily Dirt’s favorite subjects deals with the old westerns, both on film and of the weekly TV series. I rarely met a cowboy…
Read Full Article Pictured and captioned on Facebook was a three-year-old standing with his arms crossed in defiance of bedtime. “Connor says he is going to stay up all night and eat cookies. He is so funny. Bedtime is still at 7:30.” Considering the many stories and pictures I post about my boys on social media, I wonder…
Read Full Article Or Rosie O’Donnell as Elaine? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 880 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Outside of “The Walking Dead” and all of its offshoot properties, I’d have to say my all-time favorite TV show would be “Seinfeld”. With that in mind, here are a few items about that…
Read Full Article Gov. JB Pritzker has proposed a record-breaking $53 billion budget and is asking Illinoisans to pay an extra $1 billion in taxes in the coming year to cover the costs of a fiscal crisis of his own making — supporting the thousands of noncitizens he invited to Illinois. Since taking office, Pritzker has increased spending on noncitizen programs…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024 Why do I think it’s only a matter of time before the Swifties elevate her No. 1 in this, too? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 879 of The Daily Dirt. 1. What? There’s some sort of ranking that finds Taylor Swift not currently No.…
Read Full Article But don’t forget about George, Alan, Garth and Willie … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 879 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you ask me — and, really, why wouldn’t you? — the finest era of country music was during the 1980s and 1990s. That’s when what has been tabbed “mainstream…
Read Full Article I’ve never had fries at Taco Bell. I may have to see if this ranking is worthy … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 878 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A day ago in this space, we unveiled the worldtravelling.com ranking of fast-food cheeseburgers. Well, today, it’s time to tackle French fries.…
Read Full Article The 40 Days for Life Campaign is well under way and shows no sign of slowing. Volunteers show up every day, except on Sundays, holding signs in prayer to end abortion across the nation. This is done locally at Walgreens because they have decided (along with CVS and RiteAid) to provide the two abortion pills,…
Read Full Article Standing at Dairy Queen waiting on the Butterfingers Blizzard I’d been thinking about all day, a woman approached me. “You look familiar. Do I know you from somewhere?” We went through previous employers, past residences, and where my kids go to school with no connections. Logan was sure he met her by the gaming section…
Read Full Article Capitol Fax, a weekday newsletter that has covered the ins-and-outs of Illinois State government for more than 30 years, posed the following question in its Monday online edition: Should AG Raoul try to yank this guy’s pension? This guy being Robert Adrian, who on Friday became just the fourth judge since 2005 to be removed from…
Read Full Article The website in question says the winner is “truly memorable”. Hey, ALL cheeseburgers are memorable … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 877 of The Daily Dirt. 1.There are few things in the world better than a well-crafted cheeseburger. Opening Day of baseball season, your wedding day and the arrival of your…
Read Full Article Letter to the Editor: Adrian is human and changed his mind, rousing the rabble to pick up pitchforks
Muddy River News recently published an article detailing the events that led to Robert Adrian’s removal as Eighth Circuit Judge. This letter to the editor will examine the reasoning (or lack thereof) surrounding that removal. This is not an attempt to assign a value judgment to the sexual assault case People of the State of Illinois v. Drew…
Read Full Article What’s YOUR favorite “hippie song” from that memorable era? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 876 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s the final day for our Daily Dirt weekend extravaganza honoring some of our favorite celebrities reaching milestone birthdays. Today’s subjects are those turning 50 at some point this year:…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024 Roger Daltrey is turning 80 and still singing about “My g-g-g-g-generation” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 875 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s day two of three for our Daily Dirt weekend extravaganza honoring some of our favorite celebrities reaching milestone birthdays. Today’s honorees…
Read Full Article When Chuck Norris gives you the finger, he’s telling you how many seconds you have to live. More from Chuck in part three today … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 874 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Yep, it’s time for another three-day Daily Dirt weekend extravaganza. This one pays tribute to some…
Read Full Article It’s well-known Americans are increasingly dependent on their smartphones for essential daily functions, entertainment, and connection. Technology helps us do so many things, but sometimes there are unintended consequences when technology gets out of place in our lives. According to a December 2023 survey of consumers, 41 percent shared that they could use some time…
Read Full Article If I could have been a regular on any of the following 1970s shows it would have been “Knots Landing,” and I would have been cast as Donna Mills’ love interest — every week … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 873 of The Daily Dirt. 1. When it came to TV…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 I have just added England to the list of countries I have no plans to ever visit … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 872 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Just in case you were considering a trip to merry old England anytime soon, you may…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024 The fear of actual dirt is called mysophobia, which falls under the realm of fear of germs … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 871 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I doubt if there is a person alive who does not have some sort of phobia.…
Read Full Article By the way, there’s a lot of truth to No. 10 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 870 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I have to admit (he said with a slight shade of embarrassment), my favorite comedian is Ron White. Yeah, the ole boy can be a bit R-rated at…
Read Full Article I noticed on the St. Louis Cardinals schedule this season they are to play the Baltimore Orioles May 20-22 at home. It was 70 years ago this season that the St. Louis Browns became the Orioles and 80 years ago that St. Louis had both major league teams in the 1944 World Series. I wonder…
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