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It’s Ohio State-Michigan week. That makes losing “The Walking Dead” more palpable … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 455 of The Daily Dirt. 1. What a perfect ending. Simply perfect. I was not looking forward to the final chapter of “The Walking Dead” on Sunday night. One, I did not want the…
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The blue wave that crashed in Illinois two weeks ago really wasn’t a surprise to anyone who pays attention to Illinois politics. Now the leaders and members of the state’s Republican party need to have some tough discussions. Because what they’ve been doing isn’t working. Talking about seceding or creating “New Illinois” is a fool’s…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Nov. 21, 2022 Is the McRib a bit janky?… Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 454 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A little more than a month ago, more than 300 new words were added to the major dictionaries. When many people use a word in the same way, over…
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Tampa Bay has the highest average ticket price in the NFL at $737. The cheapest is Cleveland at $280 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 453 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Those who have attended an NFL game recently could probably sum up the experience in two words: Highway robbery — at…
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You may want to plan to stay indoors on Dec. 31. Jus’ sayin’ … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 452 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Regular readers know how those connected with the daily operation of the Daily Dirt — which would be me — enjoy presenting disgusting food items from across and the country…
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Jerry Seinfeld has a net worth of just under $1 billion. It’s easy to see why … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 451 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever felt sorry for some of the actors and actresses you see when flipping through the channels and coming across one…
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The membership of the Sand Valley Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 428 is pleased to announce its endorsement and support for Bobi James to be appointed to fill the upcoming Hancock County State’s Attorney vacancy. Bobi has served as assistant state’s attorney in Hancock County since July 2018. Hancock County has benefited greatly from having…
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I think a perfect song to have playing in the background when Beth walks on to a scene is Elton John’s “The Bitch Is Back” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 450 of The Daily Dirt. 1. First of all, there is likely no bigger “Yellowstone” fan than myself. That said,…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022 I wish everyone reading this today could have been with me the other day when that older gentleman smiled … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 449 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Normally, having to take one of the family vehicles in for any sort…
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Just think of sunrise in Quincy at about 8:30 a.m. the first week of January 2024. Until this past weekend, I heard very little about the Sunrise Protection Act, a bill sponsored by Florida Republicans Marco Rubio and Vern Buchanan that had been kicking around the Senate for three years. It suddenly passed on March 15.…
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I’ve always been a big of fan of science fiction movies, back from the time I was a wee lad. All of these years later, I think the 1980s might have been the greatest sci-fi decade of them all … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 448 of The Daily Dirt. 1.…
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Quincy in mid-1800s was quite a contrast to your Planes, Trains and Automobiles story. Below is from a manuscript I am working on about William Henry Seward’s stop in Quincy on way to Kansas while campaigning for Lincoln in 1860. Quincy, Illinois Likely Stop: Quincy’s location at the western most extension of the state on the…
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The price of eggs is up 43 percent? Holy crap … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 448 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Sure, the experience of Thanksgiving dinner, complete with family members as far as the eye can see, is always one of the highlights of the holiday season. But could…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022 Why do we even need sweet potatoes? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 448 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I’m 68 years old and zeroing in on 69. I have never eaten a sweet potato, nor do I have any desire to. If I want…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022 While George Carlin’s comment is hilarious, Jimmy Kimmel’s is spot on. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 447 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Judging by what I see at the local supermarkets and in other stores, Christmas is right around the corner. Did I miss…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Friday, Nov. 11, 2022 Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow…Not! Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 446 of The Daily Dirt. 1. With the temperatures taking a serious downward spiral this weekend, it’s only a matter of time until the snow starts falling. That brings us…
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Be patient, you’ll understand the quarter-pounder reference in just a minute … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 445 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The 21st century is still a relatively new piece of forever, yet what it has produced in its first 20-plus years is pretty impressive. I’ll be the first…
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A bi-partisan group of 62 state’s attorneys in Illinois — including state’s attorneys from Adams, Brown and Hancock counties — who have sued to overturn the SAFE-T Act released a joint statement on Monday, asking the Illinois Supreme Court to declare the law “null and void.” “As the chief legal officers of our respective counties, we…
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If I were a country singer, my name would be Stevie Teardrop. Jus’ sayin’ … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 444 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We pick up today where we left off Tuesday in paying tribute to some of the most iconic first lines of songs. We move to…
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Essential Air Service for the tri-state region is administered by Department of Transportation. It has been in effect since 1978 after the airlines were deregulated. This service is provided to 100 airports within the continental U.S. and is based on the operational airport locations that would have lost commercial air service to their communities at the time…
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I’m not sure, but I think I qualify as a gangster of love … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 444 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Admit it, there’s a good chance you’ll give a song a listen if that first line is creative and/or memorable. With that in mind, today and…
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This will be the first week without either Major League Baseball or NASCAR since early February. I already miss them both … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 443 of The Daily Dirt. 1. BuzzFeed.com provided a list of 15 disgusting foods that writer Krista Torres says “make her nervous.” Take a…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022 – Secret agent and espionage type of movies dot list of top film franchises Don’t hate me for the “Twilight” pick … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 443 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’re a movie fan, think about this for a minute.…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Friday, Nov. 4, 2022 . 1. I’ve been a longtime fan of the Statler Brothers, who, for the record, are now retired. I used to watch their variety show on TV and even saw them in concert once. Harold, Phil, Don and Lew were the original Statler Brothers, who took their name…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022 Not all first dates are the stuff of legends. Jus’ sayin’ … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 441 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Remember some of those awkward first dates when you were young? (I once forgot the girl’s first name I took to…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022 If you’ve never seen “The Big Chill,” you absolutely must, if for no other reason than the 3-minute opening. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 440 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The best movies with Thanksgiving as one of the primary themes? Here are my…
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Concerning thought No. 2 today, anyone wishing to defend Pete Davidson, feel free me to contact me … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 439 of The Daily Dirt. 1. OK, Halloween’s over. It’s time to start concentrating on Thanksgiving, particularly the food aspect. I think we’d all probably agree that turkey…
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Now that we have stopped accepting “Letters to the Editor” regarding Nov. 8 ballot issues, I would like to add one other item. Muddy River News does not endorse political candidates. While I have worked for organizations in the past who have immersed themselves in this process (mostly in an attempt to curry favor for…
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Election Day is just around the corner, and I am reminded of the old saying, “All politics is local.” It is very easy to get bogged down in the current political climate that plagues our country on a national level. Division and discord are the order of the day. I find it rather interesting that,…
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Yep, every year on my birthday is a stark reminder about the loss of a great talent. More about that in a minute … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 437 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This month marks the 60th release of the Beatles’ first single, and if you are a…
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You’ll have to keep reading for a potential big drawback of eating sannakji in South Korea … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 438 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to have Archie and Edith from “All In The Family” as your parents? Or how…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022 How about you? Can you say Giannis Antetokounmpo’s last name? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 436 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There are a number of things that are always discouraging about this time of the year. See if you agree: 1. Leaving work when it’s…
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You know what should be on the ensuing list? The price of a gallon of gas. Now THAT is fearful … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 435 of The Daily Dirt. 1. What scares you the most in everyday life? We’re not counting death, predators or or similar subjects. Just things…
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE: Tuesday, Nov. 1 is the last day Muddy River News will publish “Letters to the Editor” pertaining to the Nov. 8 general election. We will publish our next round of letters on Monday, Oct. 31 and we will accept other letters up until 3 p.m. on Nov. 1. We will review those and…
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Zombies, maniacs, werewolves, vampires — yep, it’s that time of the year … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 435 of The Daily Dirt. 1. When it comes to viewing pleasure, this is one of my favorite times of the year. Halloween always triggers the season of scary movies, and really, what…
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Reforms in the criminal justice system undoubtedly were needed and probably still are. Passing the 764-page SAFE-T Act without the customary vetting of legislation might well not be what’s needed. Still, come Jan. 1, 2023, it’s the law. Muddy River News has published articles about the SAFE-T Act. For those wanting to know more, Sen.…
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That line from “Jaws” might be the best single line from any kind of movie from any year. Truly, a classic … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 435 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today we conclude our look at the best movie lines ever, spotlighting remarks from action/adventure flicks. Any of…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022 I wonder whatever prompted Renee Zellweger to have all of that plastic surgery? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 434 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today we continue with the best movie lines ever. Our focus this time around is on the top responses…
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As a member of our hometown community and of Right to Life of Adams County, I was dismayed to see several local media outlets recently covered a pro-choice event but have not covered pro-life events in many years. At the recent Life Chain prayer event, more than 50 people came to pray. Many more honked…
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I tend to use the Clark Gable quote more than I should with the Little Woman … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 433 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The best movie lines ever? We all have our favorites, and personally it’s way too difficult to narrow them down to, say, the…
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We urge the voters of the 8th Judicial Circuit to retain Judge Scott Larson on Nov. 8. Judge Dennis K. Cashman (Ret.)Judge Mark A. Drummond (Ret.)Judge Carson D. Klitz (Ret.)Judge Diane M. Lagoski (Ret.)Judge William O. Mays (Ret.)Judge Alesia A. McMillen (Ret.)Judge Thomas J. Ortbal (Ret.)Judge M. Carol Pope (Ret.)Judge Michael R. Roseberry (Ret.)Judge Mark A. Schuering…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022 That doesn’t mean I have any love for those miserable bugs … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 432 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I knew it. I just knew it, and this Associated Press report backs me up. My wife, Kathy, has always attracted…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022 I once hit a deer in a car I was driving. The deer won … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 431 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The Illinois Department of Transportation is reminding us this is a dangerous time of year for all motorists…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, Oct. 21, 2022 Wait, Elaine is 61? Say it ain’t so! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 430 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’re like me, it’s always hard to accept your favorite TV and movie personalities are aging. I always expected Tom Cruise to remain…
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What is great about Halloween is that it hits pretty much every phase of your life. Growing up in the Midwest, who doesn’t love a crisp day with swirling fall leaves? Every movie with a spooky backdrop pretty much looks like it was made down the street from us. I was watching “The Curse of…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022 The hamburger may be the most perfect food ever created … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 429 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It would be safe to say that next to my wife, our kids, the Cleveland Guardians and Ohio State Buckeyes, the thing…
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It’s hard to imagine a world without some of the following occupations, but those days are coming … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 428 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Since the turn of the current century, the job market has undergone some drastic changes, overhauls and reversals. I waded through numerous…
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The League of Women Voters, I am told, had planned to sponsor a debate between Paul Lange, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Representative in the Illinois 15th Congressional District, and Mary Miller, the Republican candidate for that office. Miller apparently refuses to debate Lange. I would like to propose questions that each candidate might have…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2022 1. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow an impressive 16 percent by 2030, which is expected to add about 2.6 million new jobs. This growth “is mainly due to an aging population, leading to greater demand for healthcare services,”…
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A bible written completely in Klingon? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 426 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Let’s start off the week with some fun facts. Feel free to use the following as conversation starters or to win trivia contests. You can thank me later. — The average American will eat…
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It’s hard to believe it was 55 years ago this month the Monkees’ first album was released. Fifty-five years! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 425 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I have always enjoyed movies based on true events, but in doing so I always have to remind myself not…
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If you don’t like the following Whitney Houston classic, I don’t think we can be friends … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 424 of The Daily Dirt. 1. As much as I enjoy music, when it comes to movies I have never liked musicals for one exception (but we’ll get to…
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I wonder what Walter Cronkite would have made in today’s market? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 423 of The Daily Dirt. 1. As I have mentioned before, my wife, Kathy, and I like to watch the evening news together. Normally, we both enjoy NBC’s Lester Holt delivering the stories to…
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To this day, I can’t even say the words “Ball Four by Jim Bouton” without chuckling … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 422 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Before the days of the internet, social media, ESPN and the MLB Network, one of the very few ways to reach out and…
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The most shocking part of “Road House” might be seeing Sam Elliott with dark hair … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 421 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Call it a guilty pleasure, but I often enjoy a bad movie (I mean a BAD movie) as much as an Academy Award winner. Today…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022 Music in particular, like our world in general, was changing as the mid-1960s approached. I think you’ll agree, with at least the former, as you peruse today’s first offering … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 420 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The rock era…
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Illinois voters are to decide Nov. 8 if our constitution should be amended. If approved, a workers’ rights provision would be added to the state’s Bill of Rights. I get both sides of collective bargaining. While my professional career often has involved management, that’s not always the case. In earlier days, I was an active member of the…
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Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 419 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This month we’re celebrating such holidays as Columbus Day, World Mental Health Day, World Homeless Day, Indigenous Peoples Day and Halloween. OK, those are legit. But do you know what holidays are not legit this month? Take a look at…
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My oh my, what I would give to see McDonald’s reintroduce those all-day breakfasts. I’m not sure what I used to enjoy most, the small piece of sausage that was so thin you could almost see through it, or the biscuits I would lather in strawberry jelly … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make…
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Before we get to Spam, let’s have a little fun with Halloween … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 417 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Ahhh … Halloween. Just the thought drums up images of ghosts and goblins, trick or treating and innovative costumes. According to CBS News and several other (lesser)…
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I sure am glad all of my kids are done with their college years … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 416 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you have kids — or grandkids — who are beginning the process of selecting a college, you may want to steer them clear of the…
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I’m not sure what was more fun today, putting together this second list of favorite theme music, or rekindling memories of James Garner, one of the baby boomers’ all-time favorite stars … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 415 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today we offer our favorite theme songs from…
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There is quite a bit of activity in downtown Quincy right now. The old Quincy Paper Box building is being retro-fitted to house the new Quincy Children’s Museum. Derek Price has his lofts going up in the former MacDonald Stove building on Third Street Remember that vacant building set on fire at Seventh and State…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022 While putting this piece together, it dawned on what great theme songs we used to have for many of our favorite TV programs. Why isn’t that true today? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 414 of The Daily Dirt. 1. What is the first…
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Here’s some more marital advice for husbands in need … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 413 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’re a husband, you’ve been there. All husbands have been there. You’re in trouble and have no excuse or alibi to provide The Little Woman? So what do you…
Read Full Article Home run controversies have been a part of the national pastime since the days of Babe Ruth. So have asterisks … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 412 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A few more thoughts about Aaron Judge and the accompanying conversations about what is, what isn’t and what should…
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The ’90s were certainly Tom Hanks’ best-ever decade on the silver screen…. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 411 of The Daily Dirt. 1. In both Friday’s and Saturday’s Daily Dirt I mentioned the 1995 film “Clueless,” which got me thinking, which led to some research, which eventually led to this statement:…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022 Well, don’t totally forget Halloween. There’s food involved with that celebration, too … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 410 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s the first day of October, a month best known for Halloween — which we will have some fun with…
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Let us not forget all the Don Drysdales. Don’t worry, you’ll understand in a munte … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 409 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The 1990s might be one of the most underrated decades when it comes to TV shows. That was the decade that gave us such…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022 The first thought is going to be like fingernails on a blackboard for some of you … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 409 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I think it’s fair to say there are songs that drive each of us a bit…
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The final episode of “The Walking Dead” will air six days before the Ohio State-Michigan football game. That will be a big week in the Eighinger household … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 407 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Sunday night will mark the beginning of the end of one of the…
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And for others, it’s a great source of entertainment … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 406 of The Daily Dirt. 1. A friend of mine sent me a note he had found about the difference between men and women. More specifically, how the two differ in their schools of thought in certain…
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The reception of Muddy River News and Muddy River Sports since our start in April 2021 has been nothing short of amazing. Thanks to our advertisers who make our e-media publications possible and to our readers. Just think, in a year and half, more than one million unique IP addresses (internet protocol addresses) have accessed our…
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If the NFL bores you today, just get out the monopoly board … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 406 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We all love them. We all have them packed away in some closet, or maybe on a shelf in the spare bedroom. And probably once year, likely around…
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If nothing else, Britney is usually entertaining in way or another … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 405 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Let’s be honest. Some of our favorite celebrities are not the sharpest tools in the shed. Here are some cases in point, in medal-worthy form, of course: Gold medal: “Smoking…
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If you’re happy and you know it, clap your hands! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 404 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Are you happy? Well, if you live in Illinois there’s a much better chance you are than if you reside in Missouri. Illinois residents are No. 8 on the “happiest…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022 By the time you read this, I will have gone through every box, drawer, closet and cupboard in our house … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 406 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The story is an old, familiar one. Those old toys or collectibles many…
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PUBLISHER’S NOTE: We interrupt Steve’s stream of consciousness to fix a glaring omission from today’s Daily Dirt. How do you write something for September 21 and omit the incredible tune “September” by the masters of funk, Earth, Wind and Fire??? Anyway, here is a 10 hour loop of the song to get you through hump…
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As someone who was born and raised in Quincy, there’s no doubt we need to do more to strengthen the middle class in our community and across Illinois. We need to maintain our right to create better-paying jobs with healthcare, benefits, and respect in the workplace – especially as costs go up on everything across…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022 Under no circumstances ever employ that first question. Never, ever, ever … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 403 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Once more, the Doctor of Love is here to help. This time, we’re dealing with starting unnecessary arguments with that significant other.…
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Among many consequences going unreported that will ensue if Amendment 1 passes is the end of exclusive bargaining power for government unions. If voters approve the amendment in November, any group of public workers will have a constitutional right to bargain for most anything they want through whatever representatives they want. In other words, they…
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Concerning the story on recycling on Muddy River News, the number of people interested in the topic who attended the meeting doesn’t count those of us who watched it on TV at home. I couldn’t make it to the council chambers, but fortunately I could watch it “live” on (Xfinity Cable) Channel 15, so I…
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If you have never read anything by Erma Bombeck, you should. The woman had a gift and she was hilarious … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 402 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Sometimes it’s important to embrace the sport of football from the opposite side. You know, what do women think about…
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Obviously, Jeopardy! producers should be utilizing the “sports” category much more … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 401 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Ever wonder what the most-used categories on “Jeopardy!” might be? Well, yes, there are people who keep track of such things and the answers are: 1. The Movies. (Always a…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 Norman Einstein, eh? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 400 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Yes, football season is full go on all fronts — high school, college and finally the NFL. But sometimes the best part of football season is not produced between the…
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With apologies to Paul Simon — Monday Night Football, still crazy after all these years … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 399 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I don’t think anyone would argue that Monday Night Football has become an important part of our very existence. Most folks alive today can barely…
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Ladies, I’m always hear to help. Remember, they don’t call me the Doctor of Love for no reason … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 398 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever overheard conversations with other couples? Do you ever put yourself in one of their places? Yeah, me too. Those…
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Have a Computershare account? A good estate planning tip might be to either close the account or at least consider whether it should be updated. Computershare is a super-large, Australian stock transfer company, providing global services as a transfer agent and holder of stocks. It provides many other financial services as well. As an estate…
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If I had become a country singer, I think I would have gone by Stevie Teardrop … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 397 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The other day I stumbled across the fact that Shania Twain’s real name is Eileen Regina Edwards. I never knew that. I’m not sure…
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OK, Muddy River News. You asked for best food place to replace Ruby Tuesday. This Californian will tell you the correct answer is In-N-Out. Too bad they won’t go outside California but for a few exceptions in Las Vegas (where even at 4 a.m., the drive-thru line snakes around the building and out into the…
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Have you recovered from that first full weekend of football? If so, have a cheeseburger … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 396 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Believe it not, later this week — Sunday, to be exact — is National Cheeseburger Day. And how did cheeseburgers earn their own “national day?”…
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I was under the impression that all dog owners should have their dogs leashed. Obviously that’s not the case in the Wilmar and North Wilmar area. We take such care to keep our lawns clean and manicured, but some stupid mutt (I mean the dog) thinks it is OK to soil our yard with its poop.…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022 When you think about it, Craig T. Nelson now plays the same character on “Young Sheldon” as he did on “Coach.” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 395 of The Daily Dirt. 1. You know what we’re missing these days? A good week-to-week TV program…
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The Friends of the Trails thanks Mayor Mike Troup and the City Council for North 12th Street improvements from Locust to Koch’s Lane. These sidewalks, on one side of 12th from Locust Street to the Cedar Creek Bridge and both sides of North 12th up to Koch’s Lane, already are being used even before the…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022 Seriously, is there as better name right now in MLB than Lars Nootbaar? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 394 of The Daily Dirt. 1. On this beautiful September day, I feel like playing a little Overrated/Underrated. Overrated: Big Mac. Too much sauce and lettuce, not…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022 I once had a girlfriend who reminded me of Annie Oakley … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 393 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The old west is known for a lot of things … gunfights, cowboys and Indians, wagon trains, Matt Dillon and bathing like…
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Video by Randy Industries Okay, so the cliched Rolling Stones reference was obvious, but Quincy’s Ruby Tuesday is finally coming down. By the way, let me pull a Steve Eighinger. Here are my top 10 Rolling Stones songs: Can’t Always Get What You Want Sympathy For The Devil Honky Tonk Woman Tumbling Dice (homage to…
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Fast-food breakfast? Mmmmm … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 392 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I’ll be honest. I miss a lot of mornings these days. My schedule usually gets underway around 1 p.m. — but when I need to rise and shine early you can bet I’m going to need a…
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CHICAGO — Titan International, Inc. (NYSE: TWI) (“Titan” or “TWI”) released the following comments from its Chairman of the Board, Morry Taylor: “On August 2, 2022, TWI’s President and CEO, Paul Reitz released TWI’s second quarter earnings. The second quarter was one of Titan’s best ever and the forecast going forward was outstanding. The results…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022 Admit it. We all love to administer a quality insult. … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 391 of The Daily Dirt. 1. You know those times you wish you had the precise insult to lay on someone who is annoying you to no end? Well,…
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