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I am politically voiceless. I am voiceless because I am a Democrat in Illinois’s 15th Congressional District. The State of Illinois, run by Democrats, has gerrymandered me into a district where my representative, Mary Miller, is not likely to take my views seriously. She will not do that because if she does, she will be…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025 I think Denzel Washington might have gotten shortchanged a bit … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,186 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever wondered who the most popular people ever might be, at least according to Americans? There’s a market research-based company…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025 Just call it Deep Thought Saturday. Relax and enjoy … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,185 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s Saturday, normally a day designed for a mental vacation. But not if you’re reading The Daily Dirt today. I have 10 thoughts…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, Jan. 24, 2025 ‘Post Malone Oreos’ to be in stores Feb. 3 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,184 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Post Malone, the singer who has gained distinction from blending genres like rap, pop, rhythm and blues and country, has a new partner.…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 It HAS to be hard for Mark Schlereth to live down that moniker of his … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,183 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Nicknames are a big of sports, especially at the professional level. Some players, however, have earned nicknames…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025 I have a feeling the story about the Butterfingers might be your favorite. Jus’ sayin’ … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,182 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever wondered how your favorite candy bar or sweet treat acquired its name? Well, I…
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I found Mr. (Chris) Bunch’s interview on Club Muddy very insightful. I, too, would like to see a more bipartisan country where more of the people’s concerns are addressed and everyone works together for the people, not the political party smearing and disagreeing with virtually everything of the opposing party. Starting in our own community…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025 But don’t worry, there are still plenty to choose from … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,181 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s one of the most wonderful times of the year. Girl Scout cookie sales are now going on in most areas of…
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As someone who has worked closely with both candidates running in the Republican primary for mayor of the City of Quincy, I feel uniquely positioned to offer insight into their leadership qualities. My professional experience includes five years supervising Dan Brink when he served as a Labor and Safety Specialist at Quincy Compressor while I…
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Since legalizing sports betting in 2019, Illinois has become a major hub for wagering, attracting millions of bettors and generating significant state revenue. As the market matures, state lawmakers and regulators are fine-tuning the industry’s framework to ensure growth while addressing challenges like market competitiveness and responsible gambling. These changes could position Illinois as a…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Jan. 20, 2025 There’s something more important going on at the Rose Bowl these days than a football game … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,180 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The Rose Bowl, one of the nation’s most iconic football sites, is hosting heroes of a…
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I am writing to provide context regarding campaign material recently distributed by my opponent and a letter to the editor posted on Muddy River News written by a campaign worker of my opponent. It seems that in every campaign cycle, some candidates and their supporters choose to run from their record while in office and…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025 I think RIV’LIF is the first plate to ever medal with an apostrophe … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,178 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Still the leader! The XQQQME entry held off a cast of challengers over the past week to retain its gold…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday Jan. 18, 2025 Sit back, strap in and enjoy the next three days … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,177 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Is this the best overall weekend of the season for a football fan? We have both the AFC and NFC semifinals in…
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Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s longtime law firm partner Vincent “Bud” Getzendanner testified in Madigan’s defense against numerous federal charges last week. One of the main themes of Getzendanner’s testimony was the property tax firm’s process of weeding out clients and potential clients who could pose a conflict of interest to Madigan. Getzendanner testified…
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Daily Dirt for Friday Jan. 17, 2025 Uecker, a .200 lifetime hitter, batted 1.000 in the hearts of fans … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,176 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Back in the days when I was working for a newspaper in Ohio I had the opportunity to have a…
Read Full Article In my research and review of the Republican candidates for mayor of the city of Quincy, I was surprised to learn that Dan Brink — after serving as a Republican alderman for the city for two terms — was recommended by Michael Madigan to Gov. J.B. Pritzker to be appointed to the statewide parole board/commission.…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday Jan. 16, 2025 Those “affectionate” nicknames can only strengthen a relationship, says a particular survey … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,174 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’re married, or have a significant other, you likely have a nickname for one another, right? In my case,…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025 Yes, there are a surprising number of “real” love stories that have emerged from the entertainment industry … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,173 of The Daily Dirt . 1. Surprisingly, not every marriage involving entertainers ends in a much-publicized divorce. I’ve rounded up…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025 Not to mention some zombies and vampires … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,173 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I have vowed to return to local movie theaters on a regular basis in 2025. Watching first-run films in the comfort of our living room…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Jan. 13, 2025 For the record, I’m still upset about that 1969 English report. See Thought No. 3 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,172 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Do you have that one word you always have trouble spelling correctly? Or two? Or three? Or…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Jan. 12, 2025 Bruce Springsteen fans have no trouble remembering the importance of ’75 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,171 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Does anything about 50 years ago ring a bell? 2. Did you know (Part 244) 3. Here are some medal-worthy items…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025 Two highly entertaining semifinal game set the stage what could be a classic Notre Dame-Ohio State title tilt … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,170 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Yeah, I think they got it right. Much like any new venture, there was…
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It looks like the city of Quincy is only considering what’s in the city as to selecting its air carrier. It’s called a “regional” airport for a reason. There are a lot more business and pleasure travelers than just those in town. I traveled extensively for Siemens, out of Quincy and back every week, for…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, Jan.10, 2025 I always consider it a solid game of Scrabble if I don’t get caught at the end holding the “Q” or “Z” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,169 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I love to play Scrabble, the word-building game that dates to…
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