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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,…
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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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I’m sure Merv Griffin was probably a great guy, but I always thought he was a terrible talk-show host. OK… Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 269 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I haven’t decided what’s going to be on my tombstone yet (maybe I should, I’m certainly not getting any younger!), but…
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It’s been more than 20 years since I have been on a boat, and I’m in no hurry for that streak to end … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 268 of The Daily Dirt. 1. For all those outdoor types, the calendar says it’s time for hunting and fishing and whatever else…
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The bottled-water thing has confused me for years. So have those huge rolls of toilet paper … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 267 of The Daily Dirt. 1. I’ve come to the conclusion that we, as a civilized society, could live without the following: Bottled water: We all have access to faucets, folks.…
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Who says churchgoers don’t have a sense of humor? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 266 of The Daily Dirt.1. A good Sunday morning to all of you … here are some of the best/funniest make-you-think church signs found across the country: Gold medal: “Honk If You Love Jesus, Text While Driving If…
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Daily Dirt for April 23, 2022 Is YADI LUV invincible? That plate has held top spot now for two months in our Great Plate rankings … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 265 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The top five in our Great Plate rankings of 2022 hold steady from last week,…
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It’s a question that rivals what came first, the chicken or the egg? What is more entertaining, the nicknames of some boxers and pro wrestlers, or their actual matches? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 265 of The Daily Dirt. 1. For me, part of a lifelong attraction to professional boxing and…
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Let’s just call this disgusting food day. (PUBLISHER’S NOTE: You mean ANOTHER disgusting food day? JRG) I apologize in advance … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 265 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Back by popular demand is our list of disgusting medal-winning dishes from around the globe. Sit back, enjoy … and…
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At some point, life will get warmer in the spring, or so I am told… All that and more in today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 264 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Springtime in West-Central Illinois and Northeast Missouri is a nasty animal. One day it’s 70 degrees and sunny, the next finds snow…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, April 19, 2022It’s always a slippery slope we walk when it comes to spousal conversations … All that and more in today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 263 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’re a husband, you know very well there are times that no matter what you say,…
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I am usually a very decisive person. I follow my gut and that’s the end of it. Looking back to my early adulthood, this was a good and a bad thing. I would often tire of something quickly and think, that yep, the grass IS greener at a different college. Or, I have accomplished what…
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Letter to the Editor: 'Friends of Westview' needs to be created to help pay for capital improvements
It’s time for Westview Golf Course, one of Quincy’s best economic draws, to receive third-party financial support in a similar fashion to the successful Friends of the Trails organization that has worked to extend the boundaries of the Bill Klingner Trail. It’s clear the public doesn’t want a tax levy, and I don’t fault them. But…
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Kelly Clarkson is turning 40? That’s hard to believe … All that and more in today’s three thoughts making up Vol. 262 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If I had my way … A new-age banana split would be introduced at dairy stands, this one featuring FOUR scoops of ice cream instead of the customary…
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Happy Easter Sunday from the staff at the Daily Dirt. Enjoy the day with your family, then settle in for a little dirt-track racing from Bristol, Tenn. … Welcome to Vol. 261 of The Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts. 1. Here are three medal-worthy thoughts tied to Easter Sunday: Gold medal: “Golf is just the…
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Fifteen months after retiring as executive editor of The Herald-Whig, I was sitting on the back porch of a rental house we were remodeling, contemplating whether to knock off for the day or go inside to do a little more work, when my cellphone rang. It was Tom Oakley. After quickly exchanging pleasantries, he explained…
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Daily Dirt for Saturday, April 15, 2022 For the record, I have four children, whose names are Geoff, Sarah, Kaysi and Melissa. That will be more meaningful after comment No. 1 today. Welcome to Vol. 261 of The Daily Dirt and our customary three thoughts. 1. A couple in Belgium has named their first 11 kids…
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Just wanted to add to your article on cancellations with Cape Air. In January, I needed to fly to Chicago for connections to Virginia due to an emergency. My flight on Cape Air was in the air for about 10 minutes or so (very small plan and very bumpy), then turned around and returned to…
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Of all the foods in the world, I think a pizza is probably the most perfect … Welcome to Vol. 260 of The Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts. 1. A pizza is a beautiful thing. A beautiful, beautiful thing. A pizza can make a person simultaneously happy, thankful and joyous and is as close…
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