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Hello …. Hello? … Hellllllooo! … Anyone there? We’ve all gotten “butt” calls. And probably made a few. I remember one. The guy’s butt was at a bar. After a few too many, his butt called as he was evaluating potential conquests with his barhopping buddies. Sure, I listened for a while after trying…
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And don’t forget, Kenny Rogers also had his foot in the door … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,042 of The Daily Dirt 1. I don’t think any other decade has ever offered quite the eclectic mix of music like the 1970s. Of course, you had your basic rock (and a…
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Daily Dirt for Monday, Aug. 26, 2024 Michael Jordan once put the NBA on his back and lifted it to never-before-seen heights. Ms. Clark is doing the same thing with the WNBA … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,041 of The Daily Dirt 1. I know, by now just about everyone in…
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I’ve often wondered if those who buy items like this ever actually try them on? … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,039 of The Daily Dirt 1. Sports collectors, brace yourselves. The dollar record for any sports-related collectible is about to be established. The 1932 game-worn, gray-flannel jersey of Babe Ruth,…
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Since the 2022 election, far too many Illinoisans have been far too eager to pine for a repeat of the past. It started with non-stop rumors about Gov. JB Pritzker running for president. Every word he spoke, every position he took, every out of state trip he made was examined for signs of what everybody…
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That celebrated ending to “Raiders of the Lost Ark” was truly magnificent … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,039 of The Daily Dirt 1. This week’s look at the best endings of movies concludes with our medal stand for the 1980s. I think the three films we are spotlighting today are…
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How difficult was sorting out the ’70s endings? “The Godfather” and “The Godfather II” didn’t even make the medal stand … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,038 of The Daily Dirt. 1. The decade of the ’70s had a ton of great films and great endings, so selecting the top three…
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Do you “Planet of the Apes” devotees remember Charlton Heston’s name in that film? The answer follows Thought O’ The Day … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,036 of The Daily Dirt 1. There are endings to movies, and then there are ENDINGS. If you’re still thinking about how a film…
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Only Florida, California, Nevada, New York and Colorado rank ahead of the Land of Lincoln … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,035 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Illinois No. 6 on the “fun” list? Who knew!? WalletHub.com just released its 2024 ranking for all 50 states when it comes to where…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024 I think my ideal destination would be one of the French towns we have listed. Well, for the exception of Lucifer, France … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,035 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s been awhile since we had some fun with the names…
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Mike Farha has been a Republican alderman representing Quincy’s 4th Ward for 26 years. For most of that time, he has been a reliable advocate for his constituents, whether it was commercial encroachment on residential neighborhoods or taking care of stop signs, streets or sidewalks. As he enters the twilight of his political tenure, he’s…
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Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,034 of The Daily Dirt. 1. John Wooden, the legendary “Wizard of Westwood” and architect of the UCLA dominance of college basketball back in the days when baby boomers were just coming of age, was a man of more than fast breaks, rebounds and full-court presses.…
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The Quincy Police Department Emergency Response Team conducted more than 35 hours of training during the past several months in various Quincy public and parochial school buildings. The Emergency Response Team is a secondary/specialized SWAT team of officers assigned to all four patrol shifts, investigations and the housing officer. The team trained with Gallowglass Guardian…
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There’s nothing wrong with Netflix and similar offerings, but I miss those hours spent at Blockbuster looking through the new releases … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,033 of The Daily Dirt. 1. On Saturday, I made a quick run to the neighborhood supermarket for a few last-minute provisions. After all,…
Read Full Article Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch has said he thinks he can flip somewhere between four and six Republican-held House districts to Democratic control, upping his super-majority to between 82 and 84 seats, from his current 78. Which Republican districts are flippable? I talked with a high-level source close to Welch’s caucus who pointed to the…
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I just wish we could do something about that ‘Wonderful Christmastime” thing … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,032 of The Daily Dirt. 1. It’s no surprise that Paul McCartney is the richest guitar player of all time. After all, that little thing he had going for a few years called…
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He’s closing in on birthday No. 84, but he’s still an integral part of the music scene … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,031 of The Daily Dirt. 1. For much of his life, Ringo Starr has been a global icon. That’s what being the drummer of the Beatles can do…
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I’m not sure if blaming the Cubs for the amount of four-letter words used in Illinois is quite fair … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,030 of The Daily Dirt. 1. Jacob Hoff is an active social media contributor, who earlier this week offered “the top 10 states that swear the…
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Last year’s 100th reunion was a grand success. More than 100 Seward folks of all ages and from near and far joined together to celebrate. Seward family descendants have been gathering to celebrate shared lineage since 1924. Without fail, descendants have gathered — even during the pandemic in 2000. The 97th was a virtual reunion,…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024 Give or take, he hiccupped 430 million times during his life … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,029 of The Daily Dirt. 1. One of the most embarrassing occurrences — especially in public — is when a case of the hiccups arrives. Well, for all…
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MRN Publisher J. Robert Gough talks about the company’s mission, growth and focus.
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As a Republican candidate for mayor, I look forward to comparing and contrasting my vision for the future of Quincy with the Democrat/independent candidate, Linda Moore, and the current administration as the election process unfolds. I look forward to comparing and contrasting my fiscally conservative record, commitment to fixing our city streets and promoting tourism within…
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QUINCY — For the first time in nearly 80 years, you can’t listen to Quincy High School or Quincy Notre Dame sports on your radio (if you still have one of those). Muddy River News learned last week that WTAD-AM, one of five local radio stations owned by STARadio Corporation, has dropped its high school…
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Never underestimate the power of suspenders … Welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 1,027 of The Daily Dirt. 1. If you’ve reached a certain age — let’s say in your 60s or early 70s — how many of the following things have you found yourself saying more and more? 2. Did you…
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A recent flurry of editorials has been written on the dire state of our students’ reading proficiency in Quincy Public Schools (QPS), which raises the question: Who should be held accountable for only 20 percent of our third-grade students meeting proficiency standards in reading? It is important to highlight that all parties involved are good people, yet this literacy crisis…
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