Opinion
I’m really, really sick of the baseball labor mess we are enduring, but I’m still trying to stay in touch with a variety of voices concerning the situation. I tried to pick out a few of the best comments I have found in the last couple of days. Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol.…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, March 5, 2022 We often contemplate the best TV moms, but rarely do we look at the dads — but today we do just that. It’s Father’s Day, and welcome to our three thoughts and Vol. 228 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you could make the perfect TV father, he…
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Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 227 of The Daily Dirt. Thought No. 3 might provoke the deepest discussion of the day. Welcome aboard. 1. If you are a wagering man, it would a good bet that we could soon see a record price-per-gallon for gasoline in Quincy. The record of $4.209 per gallon…
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When you think about your mom, I’m sure most of your memories are heartwarming — but what if some of the following TV moms had helped raise you?… With that in mind, welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 226 of The Daily Dirt.1. Here’s a list of 10 of my favorite moms in TV…
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With retired teacher, coach and driving instructor Kerry Anders out and long-time politico Mike McLaughlin in on the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, perhaps Mayor Mike Troup and the Quincy City Council now have a golden opportunity to reexamine the eligibility for such positions. Troup initially proposed Jason Finney to take Anders’ seat. Finney,…
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Daily Dirt for Wednesday, March 2, 2022 You know when that one song you absolutely hate comes on the radio and your right index finger can’t move fast enough to change the channel? If so, I think the first couple of today’s three thoughts will hit home … Welcome to Vol. 226 of The Daily…
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Rebecca “Becky” Woodward Niewohner was a beautiful person. She was model pretty, smart, quick witted, energetic and loving. She contributed professionally and personally to our community. Even more than all that, she was a wonderful mother, daughter and friend. My co-worker, my dear friend. In early 2000, Becky became a member of the health…
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It’s the first of March and we still don’t have baseball… with that in mind, welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 225 of The Daily Dirt. 1. This is difficult for me to think about, let alone write. I am “this close” to canceling my loyalty to the alleged national pastime — baseball. I…
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I think today’s edition saves the best for the last. Those with weak stomachs may want to stop reading after thought part deux … Anyway, welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 224 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Since we’re ending the shortest month of the year, here are some items that follow in the…
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Daily Dirt for Sunday, Feb. 27, 2022In my world, Jeremiah is still a bullfrog … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 223 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I think we’d all likely agree the first line of any song is uber important. More times than not, it will determine if we will even hang…
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We enter some new territory today by offering advice of women’s classic hairdos … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 222 of The Daily Dirt. 1. And the cola wars continue. Earlier this month, Coca-Cola announced the coming of Starlight, which by the time you are reading this may be available in local supermarkets.…
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I write this today with a very heavy heart. After a 35-year run, the annual St. Patrick’s parade in Quincy has come to an end. Since the first parade in 1987, I have put my heart and soul into this event. It grew from just Dennis Oliver and me walking down the street to more…
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Let the debates begin: Alabama or the Oak Ridge Boys or Brooks and Dunn? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 221 of The Daily Dirt. 1. For me, the best era of country music came during the 1980s and 1990s. The genre had finally evolved from the twang that dominated its early years…
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Todd Pettit was a ground-breaking choice to be Quincy’s next school superintendent. All of Quincy’s previous superintendents have been straight (as far as we know), white males, none of whom graduated from Quincy High School. So Pettit is the first QHS grad to be chosen to lead the district. At age 51, he might end…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 There are only two requirements for a lunch with Steve: 1. Clean your plates. 2. Desserts are mandatory … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 220 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Today’s three thoughts begin with our monthly dining date(s) with friends and would-be friends. “Lunch with…
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One year ago today, I spent most of the day in the basement of Tower Pizza and Mexican. For the record, I waited until Happy Hour to begin imbibing. Also, for the record, I imbibed heavily later on. That basement is also a room where private parties are held and it was where I was…
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In my storytelling role, I often compare the writing process to playing a song. Each life memory told is a musical note. The notes are sung to me one by one in no particular order, and then in the silence of just me and my keyboard the song slowly takes form as I reposition the…
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Let’s eat! Well, maybe not as much as these record setters. Welcome to Vol. 219 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Some kids grow up idolizing the likes of sports heroes like Hank Aaron, Aaron Rodgers, Bobby Orr or Kobe Bryant. Me? These were the kind of folks I idolized as a “growing” youth: Joey Chestnut: He’s…
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Yes, we will always love James Bond, but he never went on a “rampage” … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 218 of The Daily Dirt. 1. First of all, James Bond is the best secret agent figure of all-time. There is no questioning that statement, at least in this space. But who would…
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This is not a good day for those with a sweet tooth … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 219 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Who doesn’t love a good candy bar to help reinvigorate a Monday afternoon? I’m as guilty as the next guy, but I might want to reconsider some of my…
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With much fanfare, U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack held a media event at Lincoln University on Feb. 7 to unveil “Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities.” The new program will provide $1 billion to support America’s climate-smart farmers. When it comes to doling out big bucks very few critical words will be uttered by farm organizations. They get it: Don’t…
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Yes, it’s still winter, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy ice cream treats such as … say, milkshakes … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 218 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Quincy may be isolated from the rest of the world in some ways, but in terms of finding a quality milkshake there…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Saturday, Feb. 19, 2022 As the Winter Olympics wind down, Steve realizes he has little future as a halfpipe snowboarder … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 217 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the Beijing Olympics, but after two weeks it’s time to move on. I’ve had my…
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I have to admit I’m kind of excited about this news from Coca-Cola. I hope those reports about the raspberry flavor are accurate … Welcome to today’s three thoughts and Vol. 216 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Soft drink connoisseurs, be aware. There will soon be a new player in town.Coca-Cola is about to introduce…
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An Illinois appellate court late Thursday night dismissed an appeal made by the Pritzker Administration, thereby leaving in place the February 4 lower court order that effectively ended Illinois’ statewide school mask mandate as of that date. The new order issued by Illinois’ Fourth District Appellate Court ruled the appeal moot, meaning the particular controversy at issue…
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