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Daily Dirt for Sunday, May 15, 2022 First off, all of the information presented today is true. All of the food items, all of the town names and all of the high school nicknames — while arguably disgusting or questionable — are factual … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 286 of The…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, May 14, 2022 Even though I included J.R. Ewing on the list of top villains, he really couldn’t hold a candle when compared to Negan, Gus Fring, Al Swearangen or Alpha … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 285 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Sure, we all root for…
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I never realized so many of those “Friday the 13th” films were — drum roll, please — released on Friday the 13th … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 284 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s Friday the 13th, so avoid walking under ladders and stay out of the way of black cats…
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For the record, I never tried out for the cast of Saturday Night Live. More about SNL in a minute … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 284 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Raise your hand if you have a collection of “go-to” videos you enjoy watching when times are great, bad or…
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Bob Gough talks to retired Quincy Police Chief Rob Copley about closing out his law enforcement career and the 2022 Illinois Primary is fast approaching. The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy Warehouse Bargains and The Liquor Booth bring you The Daily Muddy.
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I think Debra Winger and I could have been a match. That’s all I’m saying … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 283 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Admittedly, I kind of shook my head when Tuesday I saw Tom Brady and Fox Sports had reached a 10-year, $375 million contract. Brady will…
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Daily Dirt for Tuesday, May 10, 2022 One of the very first .45s I bought as a teenager was a Paul Revere and the Raiders song. I’ve always felt the Raiders were one of the most underrated groups in the early years of when rock went mainstream … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up…
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In case you didn’t know, Harry S. Truman always had a way with words … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 281 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The weather reports say it’s going to be quite warm this week, which is awesome. I am tired of rain, cold weather, drizzle, temperatures in the…
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One of our greatest presidents, Abraham Lincoln, was a Republican from Illinois. But the state’s new gerrymandered congressional map seems hell-bent on making Republican congressmen from Illinois an endangered species. Five Republicans are in Illinois’s U.S. House delegation, but that was apparently too many for the Democrats, who were in charge of Illinois redistricting last…
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If your mom is still with you today, make sure you give her a hug … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 279 of The Daily Dirt. 1. There’s always a side to Mother’s Day that warrants a chuckle or two. While we all hold those dear and cherished memories of our moms…
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Dear Siena Rae, You won’t remember this, but I just saw you for the first time and I already love you so much. I loved you so much before I even met you. Isn’t that crazy? I wanted to give you a heads up. The world is crazy right now. Very crazy. There is a…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, May 7, 2022 If you’re a fan of Abby Ewing (known in real life as Donna Mills), you’ll want to keep reading until the very end … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 278 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Sunday is Mother’s Day. First of all, happy Sunday to…
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Lionel Richie is probably my favorite selection of the 2022 class … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 277 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Earlier this week, the Rock and Roll of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio, announced its 2022 class of inductees. Selected in the Performer Category — the one we all care…
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“Yellowstone” is the perfect show with the perfect cast. No wonder it is No. 1 … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 276 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s final. For the second straight viewing season, “Yellowstone” is the No. 1 show in the Land of Steve. The Kevin Costner-led ranch drama was…
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The Abbey, Utopia, Harvey’s Furniture, Instant Replay, Quincy Warehouse Bargains and The Liquor Booth bring you The Daily Muddy. The Muddy River Team discusses the search and, maybe, hiring of a new police chief for the City of Quincy.
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, May 4, 2022 Neil will be a lifelong friend. You’ll know why in a few moments … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 276 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I am not any sort of outdoor person, unless I’m watching a sporting event. I don’t mow, I don’t garden,…
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1. Ahh … the 1970s, when the majority of baby boomers came of age. They were graduating high school, going to college, trying to avoid being drafted into the Vietnam War and starting families.Those young adults of the 1970s were still listening to the radio, too. Most of that listening time was spent on AM,…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, May 2, 2022 “Lunch with Steve” returns, and we have a fine list of folks to share the grub … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 274 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s a new month, which means it’s time to set up a new series of virtual lunches…
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It’s officially May, and that’s a good thing … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 273 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Is it just me, or does the world seem a little brighter once the calendar reaches May? Granted, April is important because that brings baseball season, but all too often there is…
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The “machinery of death” is back to work in Missouri as the Missouri Supreme Court has issued an execution date of May 3 for Carman Deck. James and Zelma Long were fatally shot during a robbery in their home in Desoto in 1997. Deck and his sister went to the Long home with the intent to…
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Somonauk School Board President Mike Short said it’s a disservice to students that a statewide teacher shortage, aggravated by the COVID-19 pandemic, forced Somonauk High School to offer online science classes instead of hands-on experiments. “We’re able to provide the students an online curriculum for the science classes,” Short said. “But doing a science experiment virtually where…
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Whenever I feel a little down — like when the Cleveland Guardians are the midst of a losing streak — I play a few offerings from Willie Nelson … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 272 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Classic country troubadour Willie Nelson just turned 89. I think it’s safe…
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That year went fast. A common theme over the last few months has been when people ask how long Muddy River News has been around and I say “we’re in our first year” the response is usually this: “Wow. Really? Seems like it’s been around longer than that.” Yes, yes it does. Probably because most…
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It’s hard to accept the period of time covered by the years mentioned today was so long ago. When I hear one of the songs you will glance over in the coming moments it seems like yesterday … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 271 of The Daily Dirt. 1. In my mind,…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, April 28, 2022 I’m hoping Helen Mirren’s words are correct … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 270 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’ve reached your so-called senior years, here are some thoughts to help you make the adjustment from middle age to old age: “Old age is…
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