Opinion
Daily Dirt for Monday, July 17, 2023 Thought No. 3 might be the best comparison of dogs and cats ever … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 667 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Have you ever wondered why your dog’s haircut costs far more than your own? Well, have you ever considered:…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, July 16, 2023 Who knew that “Dirty Harry” was almost Robert Mitchum, Steve McQueen or Frank Sinatra? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 666 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Although many details of the United States Secret Service are, well, secret, some things have been made public information.…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, July 14, 2023 Jim Rome is entertaining, but $30 million worth of entertaining?. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 665 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Who says sports doesn’t pay? Or rather, pay off? Check out the salaries of the top five network sports personalities, and compare them…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, July 14, 2023 And if you don’t remember Popeye Doyle, shame on you … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 664 of The Daily Dirt. 1. You have a couple of million dollars at your disposal and a blank check. What classic cars — in mint condition —…
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Quincy Mayor Mike Troup has issued a statement that his office requested go to media as well as the Quincy City Council. The statement is below.
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At the height of his career, I seriously wonder what Gibson’s salary would be in today’s world. $40 million? Maybe $50 million? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 664 of The Daily Dirt. 1. One of my favorite Cardinals teams of all time was the 1968 National League Championship club that…
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“Can you spare a square?” It was mid-movie, and I sat there wishing I hadn’t drank all that Mountain Dew. I finally found a lull in the plot, got up, and said, “excuse me!” and “so sorry!” to about 15 pairs of knees. Moments later, I sat in relief, and I heard a little cough…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, July 12, 2023 There’s a lot to digest here today, including which teams have the best shot to be MLB’s next dynasty … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 663 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Here at the world headquarters of The Daily Dirt we take great pride in…
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Some midseason thoughts, division by division, about the greatest game in the world … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 662 of The Daily Dirt. 1. MLB is taking a few days off for its traditional All-Star Game activities, so what better time to offer some quick takes about each of the…
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I stared at her in the mirror. She looked lifeless, a little bleak. She had no certainty of the future. She couldn’t tell me who I am. She could just reflect what was already there. Blond hair. Hazel eyes. Pants size depending on the French fries-to-stretchyness ratio of the material. Height depending on the angle…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, July 10, 2023 If you say you saw this coming a decade ago, I’d have to question either your sanity or sobriety. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 662 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The next big thing? Would you believe pro pickleball? Actually that “next big thing”…
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Letter to the Editor: Firefighters union doesn't believe vote of no confidence in Troup is necessary
Quincy Firefighters Local 63 has an obligation to serve and look out for the best interests of our members. We will show support for our other local unions and do what we can when we can. Comments made by Robert Megee, president of the Quincy Police Benevolent and Protective Association Labor Unit 12, state that Local…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, July 10, 2023 I wonder if anyone has a Henry Henry baseball card yet? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 661 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s Sunday, and another work week is only hours away. Here at The Daily Dirt, we try to get you in the…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, July 8, 2023 Keanu Reeves should be grateful to Chuck Norris and Steven Seagal … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 660 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We like to rank things at the home office of The Daily Dirt. Most of those rankings are the “the best…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, July 7, 2023 Could AC/DC music be turning the tide in Ukraine? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 659 of The Daily Dirt. 1. We have a new No. 1 license plate! When the entry popped up in my email earlier this week, I knew immediately it was…
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Daily Dirt for Thursday, July 6, 2023 The man is truly a living legend … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 658 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Did you watch Joey Chestnut’s most-recent culinary conquest at New York City’s famous Coney Island? For those who may have missed it, Chestnut won his…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, July 5, 2023 The key to a successful July and August is the lack of physical activity … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 657 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The Fourth of July is now in the rear-view mirror, and we are in what singer Nat King…
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It’s going to be an interesting offseason, folks … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 656 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’ve been watching the reports and predictions beginning to surface regarding Shohei Ohtani’s pending free agency, the number you are likely seeing thrown about as a beginning figure is now…
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I tried really hard not to write this. I really did. But after observing the Supreme Court decisions over the past few days, and recognizing the myriad of responses and opinions that would be derived from them, I felt it was important to have my say. I’m 53, an African American, graduated from the former…
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Can you even imagine life without Walmart? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 655 of The Daily Dirt. 1. At this time of the year we’re all wrapped up in patriotic celebrations — and rightly so. But July is about more than Independence Day. July is also the birthday for some…
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I wasn’t often thought of in school for being an “early bird” when it came to homework and other assignments. I would usually put off and procrastinate essays until the last possible moment, then feverishly type like my life depended on it to get done and go back to whatever had originally drawn my attention…
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And so will a tank of gas! … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 654 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There’s actually some good news about the economy as we approach July 4, which is another reason to celebrate on Tuesday. The National Retail Federation says 87 percent of Americans plan to celebrate…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Saturday, July 1, 2023 This summer is moving along way too fast … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 654 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Welcome to July. We’re officially in the heart of summer. So what does that mean exactly? Here are three medal-worthy quotes: Gold medal: “July is…
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Daily Dirt for Friday June 30, 2023 Grant was also known to imbibe, so I wonder: Could he also have been charged with the first-ever DUI? Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 653 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Here at the world headquarters of The Daily Dirt, we take great pride uncovering…
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Rajah Maples is a tremendous boost for WGEM.. She has a wealth of experience and excellent on-air presence. She raises the bar for TV reporting in Quincy. Very smart move for WGEM. Rajah is not only a great professional, but she is a very nice person. That is a huge part of a broadcaster’s success…
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