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Daily Dirt for Monday, May 15, 2023 If Monday is normally the worst day of the week, what would be runner-up? Personally, I’ve never been too fond of Wednesdays … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 608 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Ahh … it’s another Monday. We face one every seven days,…
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Now that springtime is upon us and people are getting outside again, I would like to take an opportunity to remind everyone to look at the American flags flying outside of their homes and businesses. It’s been a long and windy winter and early spring, and our flags can really take a beating. It’s easy…
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Make sure that Mother’s Day gifts makes her feel special. She’s your mother, and she’s special … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 608 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Listen up, guys. It’s hard to go wrong with a Mother’s Day gift, but not impossible. For some reason, some guys try to be “practical”…
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Twenty minutes before closing time, we were down to one waitress (me). A group of 30 adults breezed through the door like nobody’s business. One guy approached me as I shined the counter. “Are you open?” he asked. “For another 20 minutes,” I replied. “Yep, they’re open!” He turned to the group and waved them…
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Obviously, I contribute to that total … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 607 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Here’s some food for thought, no pun intended. The following 10 items are the most popular foods in America, according to inthekitchenwithmatt.com: 2. Keeping with the burger theme, who offers the best fast-food…
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Spring has sprung, and it’s time to go esplorin’. For what feels like far too many months, we’ve all been cooped up in our little homes and hovels, shielding our lives against the cold of another harsh winter. We have been a little trepidatious to venture out for any long expeditions for fear a sudden…
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I wanted to reach out and share an opinion regarding the change in leadership on the Quincy Park District board. The change in roles on the Park Board is in no way a reflection on the quality of service that previous Park Board President John Frankenhoff has provided. John has and will continue to (I’m…
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Or how about a peanut butter, ketchup and bologna sandwich? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 606 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’re a regular reader of The Daily Dirt, or even just stop by and then, you are probably aware that we like to feature some of the worst…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, May 11, 2023 But it certainly did for one of the best bad guys ever, Alan Rickman … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 605 of The Daily Dirt 1. For me, seeing a promising talent in his or her first film is much like a rookie of…
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I’m kind of partial to the bronze medal selection … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 604 of The Daily Dirt. 1. OK, guys … did you remember Sunday is Mother’s Day? It’s only mid-week, so you should have plenty of time to get that box of chocolates at Kirlin’s or make…
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There are sad movies, and then are THESE sad movies … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 603 of The Daily Dirt 1. When I started putting together a list of the best of the saddest movies ever made, I soon realized I was going to need two specific categories: A. Love…
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Who didn’t love The Bangles? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 602 of The Daily Dirt 1. Is it Monday already? “Unpopularity is only the beginning of Monday’s problems,” according to Dr. Thomas Rutledge of Psychology Today. “Monday to most people is the emotional equivalent of the rock in Charlie Brown’s Halloween…
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Remember those aerial assaults from the top rope by the Superfly? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 601 of The Daily Dirt. 1. For most of my life, starting when I was a wee lad, I have loved pro wrestling. Yes, it’s obviously fake and an artificial form of entertainment, but…
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Standing behind the cash register, my co-worker looked at me with burning eyes. “Do you really believe there’s a man up in the sky who loves me?” he asked. He was one of my favorites to work with. I was in my early 20s, and he was in one of the groups I usually ran…
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While disappointed Cyndi Lauper did not get elected this year, I was pleased to see Willie Nelson did. The red-headed stranger turned 90 in late April … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 600 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Well, I nailed four of ’em. Earlier this week, the Rock and Roll Hall…
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Daily Dirt for Friday, May 5, 2023 A slap on the head, a gouge of the eyes, a pull of the ears. Ahhh, those were the days, my friends. Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 599 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There are times when I’m watching what is supposed to be comedy,…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, May 4, 2023 Seriously, I DO like Reignbeau Rhames … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 598 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s time for another episode of “What Were They Thinking?” We have found some more bizarre names that celebrities have saddled their children with in recent years. Did…
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“It was pride that changed angels into devils; it is humility that makes men as angels.” — St. Augustine Mike McClain’s friends and supporters always saw him as their champion. When roads and bridges needed to be built, McClain got the call. Need a Civic Center? McClain is on it. The ultimate fixer. The insider’s…
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The Golden Arches also serve 69 million customers each day … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 598 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s an argument that has raged for years. Should it be considered fast food, or simply food prepared fast? Honestly, I’d rather worry less about semantics and more about the…
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According to Illinois statute 735 ILCS 5/8-802.1(d), staff of the QUANADA Sexual Assault Program are prohibited from disclosing any confidential communication about our clients either by releasing records pertaining to them or by testifying as a witness in any civil or criminal proceedings without the victim’s consent. In a case where the client is deceased, the…
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There are few entertainment experiences that outshine live theater. The Quincy Community Theatre again proved this with its superb production of RENT and outstanding performances by Trey Ehrhart, Lance Frederick and other cast members. I saw RENT on Broadway years ago in the throes of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The medical progress in confronting HIV/AIDS has…
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The doll is part of the “Barbie Fashionistas” collection … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 596 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Hats off to Mattel, Inc. Add a standing ovation, too. A few days ago, the famous toy manufacturer Mattel announced it has created the first-ever Barbie doll with Down syndrome. The new Barbie…
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I am writing to share my thoughts regarding Mayor (Mike) Troup’s recent comments to Muddy River News regarding the Police Chief search investigation. While Troup may have some valid points, I believe several key issues have been overlooked and need to be addressed. First, Troup’s comments regarding the whistleblower are concerning. While he may have…
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As a registered nurse for my entire professional life, I can tell you every day working in healthcare is special. But two weeks in May are extra special – National Nurses Week and National Hospital Week. As the person honored to lead the nearly 4,000 members of the Blessing Health team serving residents of west…
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Wendy Wiese, a former KMOX radio co-worker of Mike Shannon’s, said Sunday, “Love you always, Mike. Together again.” Wiese was pointing to a photo of Jack Buck and Shannon broadcasting a Cardinals game … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 596 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I was genuinely saddened Sunday when hearing of…
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